This versatile subwoofer complements the rest of the CM range with the powerful, deep bass that has come to be expected from Bowers & Wilkins subwoofers.
This versatile subwoofer complements the rest of the CM range with the powerful, deep bass that has come to be expected from Bowers & Wilkins subwoofers.
Wrapped in an exquisitely veneered cabinet, the 10 inch voice coil paper/Kevlar® driver is driven and controlled by the mega efficient 500W audiophile standard Class D amplifier and switch mode power supply, delivering immense power when the signal demands.
This combination can move vast amounts of air yet not lose any of the control that is necessary for accurate low-frequency output.
| Description | Active closed-box subwoofer system |
| Drive units | ø300mm (12 in) paper/Kevlar® cone long-throw driver ø76mm (3 in) dia voice coil - dual suspension diecast chassis |
| Frequency range | -6dB at 18Hz and 25/140Hz adjustable (EQ at A) |
| Frequency response | ±3dB 25Hz – 40/140Hz adjustable (EQ at A) |
| Bass Extension | -6dB at 18Hz (position A) -6dB at 23Hz (position B) -6dB at 28Hz (position C) |
| Amplifier Power output: | Amplifier Power output: 500W Rated power consumption: 94W Standby: 0.8W Idle (ON no signal) 11.8W Input impedance: 33kΩ Signal / noise: >80dB |
| Functions: | Input level (line in) Input level (speaker in) Low-pass filter frequency Low-pass filter bypass (line in only) Bass extension Bass roll-off alignment Auto sense on/standby Phase switch |
| Inputs | Line In (RCA Phono) Speaker in (Binding post) 12v trigger (3.5mm jack) |
| Low-pass filter | Active 4th-order, variable cut-off frequency |
| Height: | 395 mm (15.5 in) not including feet |
| Width: | 395 mm (15.5 in) |
| Depth: | 432mm (17.0 in) including grille and controls |
| Net weight | 24.5kg (54 lb) |
| Finish |   |
| Cabinet: | Gloss Black |
| Grille: | Black |
The CM1 may be ideal for smaller spaces, but don’t let the size of this bookshelf speaker fool you. Thanks to the quality of its construction, it’s capable of producing a sound that’s a match for its bigger brothers.
On a bookshelf or a speaker stand, the CM5 will give you a wonderfully big, expansive sound even if you don’t have the floorspace to match.