Bowers & Wilkins Formation Bass Subwoofer

🧾 Overview

Bowers & Wilkins Formation Bass is a compact wireless subwoofer engineered to extend and tighten the low end of Formation systems. With dual opposed long-throw drivers, a 250-W digital amplifier, DSP and Dynamic EQ, it delivers deep, controlled bass with elegant, room-friendly design.

✅ Key Features

✅ Dual opposed 165 mm (6.5 in) long-throw woofers for low distortion
✅ 250 W digital amplifier with DSP and Dynamic EQ for optimized response
✅ Wireless integration with Formation Duo, Wedge, Bar and Flex systems
✅ Ethernet or Wi-Fi networking; setup and control via Bowers & Wilkins Home app
✅ Compact sealed enclosure for fast, accurate bass and easy placement
✅ Auto LFE handling when paired with Formation Bar (Dolby Surround content)
✅ Low standby consumption (<6 W) and quiet auto-power management
✅ Premium finish in Black to match the Formation series

📦 What’s in the Box

📦 Formation Bass subwoofer
🔌 Mains power cable (region-specific)
📖 Documentation pack

🔄 Compatibility

✔ Designed exclusively for the Bowers & Wilkins Formation ecosystem (not a standalone Bluetooth/AirPlay endpoint).
✔ Pairs via the B&W Home app; auto-routes LFE when used with Formation Bar; augments Duo/Wedge/Flex in stereo or multiroom setups.

📦✈️ Shipping & Returns

📦 Insured worldwide delivery
🔄 14-day return policy
🛡️ 2-year EU warranty

📝 Reviews

⭐ “250 W powering twin 6.5in drivers… small, but at 12.5 kg it’s a bit of a beast.” — What Hi-Fi? (Formation Bar & Bass hands-on)
⭐ “The Bass is tight and responsive, without a hint of delay between the Formation products.” — AVForums (Formation Bar review)
⭐ “Expensive for what it is, but delivers excellent performance and a gorgeous design for the Formation ecosystem.” — Home Theater Review

⚠️ Warning

⚠️ Warning: Adding Formation Bass may cause migrating picture frames, mysteriously buzzing décor, and an uncontrollable urge to replay every movie trailer at “reference.”