- 6-1/2″ active subwoofer
Delivers authoritative bass for high-impact home theater audio. - Integrated Class D amplifier
Supplies 250W RMS power for high volume levels and minimal distortion. - Wireless design
Makes it easy to place the subwoofer in an area that suits your sonic needs and preferences. - 10-150Hz frequency response
Delivers booming lows for an immersive soundscape.
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Bowers & Wilkins – Formation Bass Dual 6-1/2″ 250W Powered Wireless Subwoofer – Black
$576.00 Save:$323.00(36%)
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Description
Additional information
| Weight | 26.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10.2 × 11 × 10 in |
| Amplifier Class | D |
| Product Depth | 10.2 inches |
| Wi-Fi Built-in | Yes |
| Color | Black |
| High-Pass Crossover | None |
| Maximum Frequency Response | 0.15 kilohertz |
| Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor | 2 years |
| Enclosed | No |
| Low-Pass Crossover | None |
| Works With | Amazon Alexa |
| Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts | 2 years |
| Wireless | Yes |
| Product Weight | 26.5 pounds |
| Input(s) | None |
| Integrated Amplifier | Yes |
| Model Number | FormationBass |
| Woofer Size | 6.5 inches |
| Speaker Type | Floorstanding |
| Minimum Frequency Response | 10 hertz |
| Product Height | 10 inches |
| Indoor Or Outdoor Use | Indoor |
| Product Name | Formation Bass Dual 6-1/2" 250W Powered Wireless Subwoofer |
| Brand | Bowers & Wilkins |
| Subwoofer Type | Powered |
| Color Category | Black |
| RMS Power | 250 watts |
| Product Width | 11 inches |
| UPC | 714346330379 |
Reviews (35)
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TB16 –
This is an absolutely awesome sound system that blows away anything from Sonos or Bose. Whether you are listening to the TV or just high fidelity audio, this system does it all. It’s easy to set up, sounds great, modular so you can add additional components and has a very cool and unique design.
deepswayze –
Absolutely epic speakers. Infuriatingly glitchy app interface. It is truly shocking and disappointing that Bowers would release this incredible lineup of speakers with an app this unreliable. Set up is clunky and that’s the highlight of the interface. Once you’re up and running, if you ever get there you’ll want to prepare yourself for perpetual speed bumps. Sometimes the sub engages with the sound bar and sometimes it decides it wants to stay asleep. Switching a speaker from Bluetooth to WiFi requires you “reset” the speaker through the app, which is like taking a 5 minute recess from recess. And if you don’t do a reset after connecting via Bluetooth the speaker will simply remain “on” for all perpetuity, which is nice. Of course this is assuming you can connect to the speaker(s) at all, which is not a mathematical certainty. As superior as these speakers are to something like Sonos I’m offended that Bowers would have the audacity to charge the kind of money they’re peddling these things for knowing full well how embarrassingly unreliable this interface is. My mind is blown.
darthvapor –
Perfect add to your Formation sound bar. It is an expensive system, but will no longer need to replace mediocre systems because of subpar products. My buyers remorse was gone in two days since I know I won’t be purchasing mid tier systems once a year. Think of it as an investment that you can build over time.
NEWMACK –
WELL WORTH THE COST IT IS WIRELESS BUT DOES THE JOB
Jspi57 –
Bowers and Wilkins puts together a amazing surround sound wireless system. The base with the sound bar is fantastic and makes movies come alive.
Jchelsea –
If you are looking for Boom Box bass, ignore this sub.
If you are looking for clarity and true bass, then spend the extra money.
They use Bowers and Wilkins products in Abbey Road Studios, what does this tell you?
Personally, I have never heard better for the price range.
Ussatlanta –
Was online with tech support for hours only to find out that the product is defective! Very disappointed. Will have to figure out a way to return it to Best Buy.
anncamtim –
I switched over my home entertainment sound, and it is GREAT!!
Hank –
I got a formation wedge and love it but it definitely has some missing lows. I thought this would solve it, but man I got this bass added and it is SUPER weak. I have my bass at +12 db maxed out in the app and it is the low end of the SVS subs i use. I barely can hear my sub and sometimes have to put a hand near it to make sure it works/is even working. Is this normal for everyone else? The bass is tight because it doesn’t have any oomph…no store near me has anymore in stock nor are any stores open for me to check if mine is just bad…or is this how they built it. I wish i could put a regular sub with my formation wedge. the next 30 days I will have to decide to maybe just go with bookshelves. Wanted to save space but the lack of options with the formation series makes you spend top dollar for subpar performance bass wise…
i wouldnt say im super picky audioholic but i do have the SVS SB12 and to compare too and this would be the SB12 at the 10% setting lol…
AndoverMA –
I own the Formation Duo. Reading other reviews I didn’t think I’d need the bass. I was wrong. The bass adds to the user experience. Great subwoofer
Slb731 –
Well worth the money. Super happy with the purchase.
Chill –
This is such a nice looking sub that seems to small to have such a great sound. You can hear the different tones in bass. Pair this with any of the formation speakers.
preludejr10 –
The Formation bass just add depth to the lower end of the Formation bar. It easy to use as plug and play
fourxmotion –
Paired this will the Formation Bar and the bass was terrible. Also it lost pairing with the bar numerous times. Never worked as expected given the B&W reputation. Could not return it fast enough.
Suzanne –
Easy to install, great sound. The Bluetooth sometimes has been an issue, otherwise is great
Hom34lone –
Awesome sound, very nice quality, will be purchasing one more to get same bass effect on both sides of my media room
Deimos951 –
Sounds great and blends perfectly with the sound bar.
Sonos –
Sounds good but connectivity is not the best. Would get Sonos if I were you.
CE74 –
The entire Bowers &Wilkins system was highly disappointing. The audio had drops and skips. The speakers would fall out of sync. I returned it all and got a Bose system for half the price.
Selva –
I initially bought just the wedge, then felt the need for sub. This does not disappoint, makes my def tech system sound ordinary . I have it in my living room , quite large with high ceilings and this fills that space perfectly. I tried to move the sub once unplugging power and relocating, it stopped working. I have to factory reset both wedge and bass to get it working. It’s as simple as two clicks to do that and it works flawlessly again. I can see how it could be frstrating if u did not know how to fix it.
J24360 –
What a bass.. you need big house or room for this. it is great wifi speaker.
maybe seems little expensive, but for B&W it is average price
BADBUY –
Too complicated to hook up. Doesnt qork with a mesh wifi system
ndesign –
excellent quality however, still working out with integration with other components ‘s issue…
Formation –
Awful app and doesn’t stay connected. No service to speak of if it is working the sound quality is pretty good. But most of the time it’s a heavy paper weight
Homeowner2019 –
Poor base quality. I expected a movie theater experience. The Sonos subwoofer is much better. I can actually feel the base when watching movies and listening to music. I regret purchasing this subwoofer and the sound bar. It was much more expensive and doesn’t have the same high quality sound as the Sonos. That app is not as user friendly or multi functional either.
Billk –
Works with the Formation Bar very well that needed a little more bass .I also feel that hooking it up with a Ethernet cable helps it stay connected more consistently.It really shines with the music plus it is very easy set up with the app with the bar .
Hodedo –
Adds a huge sound to a large room without knowing it’s there
Mskinni –
Disappointing $1000 purchase.
Family decided to watch Obi one and this sub disconnected and would not sync up with formation sound bar. And it’s not the first time we have been disappointed. Look for other options.. B&W is disappointing for the money.
Klipsch or martin Logan are better options.
Emjay –
I really like this wireless subwoofer—can move it aepround if necessary and it keeps picking up the signal with no problem. Looks nice and neat for a piece of audio equipment and doesn’t take up too much space. Am liking thus Bower & Wilkins product a lot thus far.
SpringsCards –
Super cool looking subwoofer that packs a punch. Must be combined with the W&B soundbar though. And managing the config of the soundbar and the woofer is done thru the B&W app. However, that part is straight forward. Only negative is the price of B&W products. I bought both the soundbar and woofer as returned, open box items to save hundreds of dollars. Very competitive products at a discount but not at full price.
JHawk –
Essential addition to the Formation Sound bar. It really takes the sound to the next level. Love the option to turn it up or down in the app. Watching regular TV I turn it down. Movies its FULL BLAST! I did not have any issues with setup with the app.
Greg –
What’s all the hype about this speaker. I heard more bass coming out my Flex Speakers.
ViacheslavK –
B&W is the best equipment for any task, from small stereo, till large format Theatr.
Ruuster13 –
I own ALL the formation products. This bass packs a proper punch. Works excellent paired w the Duo’s for low end support for 2 channel stereo and perfect for the 5.1 when setup with the Bar and Flex’s for surrpund sound. Owned 2 years now and zero complaints or issues. I own 2 of these.
HappyAsAClam –
Bass is excellent. Looks beautiful and sounds great.