The new version is so much more precise and controlled in this region. The biggest differences are heard in the bass. While retaining a broadly similar sonic character, the 606 S2 Anniversary Edition prove significantly more capable than their predecessors. Given the modest nature of the engineering changes we weren’t expecting much of a difference in the sound. We use the 606 S2 with a range of equipment, from our reference set-up of Naim ND555/555 PS DR music streamer and Burmester 088/911 Mk3 amplifier right through to Marantz’s more price appropriate CD6007/ PM6007 CD player and amplifier combination, and the speakers work well with it all. B&W makes a dedicated option called the STAV24 and it’s good value at £94 ($249, AU$349). A slight angling towards the listening position helps to firm up the stereo image.Īny standmounter is heavily reliant on its support, so it pays to budget for sturdy stands. Use the bungs only if you have to, because things sound less natural and fluid with them inserted into the speakers. Ideally, you should place the speakers at least 50cm into the room and well away from side walls if possible. There’s a rear-firing dimpled reflex port to tune the lows, though there are foam bungs to block it if bass starts to dominate. The tweeter is a 25mm reinforced aluminium dome, and here it’s combined with a 165mm Continuum-coned mid/bass driver. The drive unit combination, unchanged of course, is hugely capable and well proven.
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