Formation Duo

Name: Formation Duo
Brand: B&W
SKU: FP38024

Inimitable Bowers & Wilkins sound – wirelessly.

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Formation Duo

Elegant hi-res wireless speakers

The Formation Duo wireless speaker uses cutting-edge technologies like Carbon Dome Tweeter-on-Top and Continuum™ drivers to deliver the audio quality Bowers & Wilkins is renowned for. Wireless hi-res sound, without compromise. *Stand/s not included.

Apple® AirPlay 2® Technology
Spotify® Connect
Roon Ready
Bluetooth In
Dolby Digital
Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
Digital Amplifier
Dynamic EQ

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"The quality of Bowers & Wilkins speaker engineering, is very much on show in the star turn of the range, the Formation Duo."

HiFi Critic - Audio Excellence Award

"Best multi-room speaker for audio purists"

T3 - 5 Stars

"Above all, the Duo sounds fun."

Hi-Fi Choice Recommended Award

Bowers & Wilkins sound, no need for wires

Tweeter-on-Top

Our Carbon Dome Tweeter-on-Top delivers crisp, clean, natural treble (and looks pretty good while it does so).

Continuum cone

Adopted from our high-end 800 Series Diamond, the Continuum cone unlocks all the detail and punch of your favorite songs.

Hi-Res sound

Duo works with the Bowers & Wilkins Music App, Wi‑Fi, Apple® AirPlay 2®, Bluetooth, Amazon Music, Roon and Spotify Connect – to a 24-bit/96kHz hi-res standard.

The power to move you

There are 125 watts driving each Formation Duo speaker – that’s more than enough power to let your music thrill you.

Wireless revolution

Formation is our exclusive wireless technology – it guarantees a flawless listening experience, no matter how extensive your system. Using a robust, independent network, our wireless speakers deliver perfect room-to-room synchronisation and outstanding sound.

Enjoy the music you love, instantly. Use the Bowers & Wilkins Music app to connect and control your devices and stream from a growing selection of compatible streaming services.

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Formation Duo

Details & Specifications

Size & weight

Net weight 10.6kg (23.4 lb)
Dimensions Height: 395mm (15.6 in)
Width: 197mm (7.8 in)
Depth: 305mm (12 in)

Technical details

Drive units 1x ø25mm (1 in) Carbon dome high-frequency
1x ø165mm (6.5 in) Continuum cone bass midrange
Frequency response 25Hz to 33kHz
Technical features Apple® AirPlay 2® technology
Spotify® Connect
Roon Ready
Bluetooth In
Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
Digital Amplifier
Dynamic EQ
Description Wireless High Performance Speaker System
Amplifier power output 2 x 125W
Input voltage 100V – 240V – 50/60Hz
Power consumption Below 6 Watts (Sleep)
Connections Network (RJ45 Ethernet or WiFi)
USB – service only
Bluetooth Bluetooth® v4.1, Class 2
aptX HD
AAC
SBC
AirPlay 2 compatibility iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with iOS 11.4 or later, Apple TV 4K or Apple TV (4th Generation) with tv OS 11.4 or later, Mac or PC with iTunes 12.8 or later.

Finishes

Cabinet finishes Black
White

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Formation Duo

Formation Duo

Bowers & Wilkins sound, no need for wires

Tweeter-on-Top

Continuum cone

Hi-Res sound

The power to move you

Wireless revolution

Enjoy the music you love, instantly. Use the Bowers & Wilkins Music app to connect and control your devices and stream from a growing selection of compatible streaming services.

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