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Transforming music listening experience by replacing smart speakers with bookshelf speakers

Superior Sonos models struggle to compete with Bowers & Wilkins speakers, when paired with a reliable Marantz amplifier.

Transformating music listening experience: Swapping smart speakers for bookshelf speakers
Transformating music listening experience: Swapping smart speakers for bookshelf speakers

Transforming music listening experience by replacing smart speakers with bookshelf speakers

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In the world of Hi-Fi audio, the combination of the Marantz Stereo 70S amplifier and Bowers & Wilkins 705 S3 speakers stands out as a top choice for audiophiles seeking quality Hi-Res music playback.

The Marantz 70S amplifier offers 75 watts per channel, providing ample power for the high-end Bowers & Wilkins 705 S3 speakers. The amplifier boasts high adaptability, multiple inputs, and supports Hi-Res streaming services like Tidal and Amazon Music HD via the HEOS platform, enabling direct Hi-Res playback with rich detail and dynamics.

The Bowers & Wilkins 705 S3 bookshelf speakers are designed for precision audio reproduction. They feature advanced Carbon Dome tweeters with a frequency response extending up to 47kHz for pinpoint imaging and clarity, Aerofoil bass cones for deep, articulate bass, and Continuum™ midrange cones for natural tonal balance.

Together, this setup delivers a significantly superior Hi-Res music playback performance compared to a single Sonos speaker setup. A user experience noted in a T3 review observed a transformative improvement switching from Sonos 5 to Marantz 70S + B&W 705, highlighting a richer, more immersive listening experience with the high-end amplifier and speakers.

The Bowers & Wilkins 705 S3 speakers deliver a crisper sound compared to other speakers, with a detailed and concise bass sound. They come with bass plugs to reduce bass sound when placed close to a wall, and have a separate tweeter enclosure and a carbon dome tweeter for improved sound quality.

The Marantz 70S amplifier has six HDMI inputs, an ARC connection, Phono connection, and RCAs for separates. It can be controlled through a phone app and uses the HEOS platform or AirPlay for playback, allowing direct playback from various devices. AirPlay and Bluetooth connectivity are also available.

The Bowers & Wilkins 705 S3 speakers have two sets of inputs on the back, detachable grills, and are designed for easier cable swapping. They can be mounted on stands, if desired.

In conclusion, the Marantz 70S paired with Bowers & Wilkins 705 S3 speakers is a high-fidelity solution ideal for audiophiles seeking quality Hi-Res music playback. This combination offers a large performance and sonic leap over a typical single Sonos speaker setup.

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