Bowers & Wilkins MM-1 Speakers

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Speakers for people who love to listen to music

    • Written by from Veldhoven

    I have had these speakers for over one year. I also have Bowers and Wilkins floor-speakers for my audio stereo set-up. Those speakers are about 15 years old and they are no match to the MM-1. I even prefer the sound of the MM-1 for the living room compared to the large standing floor speakers.

    I listen to a wide range of music, from classical to alternative rock and the quality (clarity and a perfect distinction between sounds) is more important than volume. I think the bass is amazing for such a small package. I like to playback the music like it is recorded. I would not turn up bass or treble on any stereo.

    For those who want loads of bass, this is not for you, for those who listen to music all day, this is the stuff you want, perfect stereo set-up around your work-place.

    Some reviews mentioned white-noice, I have none of that. Even though they are plugged in through an additional USB ports-cable.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Fantastic sound & style

    • Written by from Winston Salem

    I bought these to replace some Logitec 2.1 speakers that sounded OK but were bulky and had too many cables. These things sound much larger than they are and their sound is much more accurate than the logitec or my computer's built-in speakers. I imagine this is because they have a better DAC built-in. Also the nice thing about them being USB is they will turn off with the computer - though they do not auto-power on.

    Would highly recommend these.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

    • Written by from Coos Bay

    I got these speakers for Christmas. If you are using your speakers for listening to music I don't think the B&W MM-1's can be beaten for their price and size. The audio quality is amazingly clear. It really does make music sound better.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    MM-1 muffled on new iMac

    • Written by from Brighton

    I've had a pair of awesome MM-1 speakers for about 6 months and just bought a new 27 inch iMac with fusion drive - when I play back audio through the MM-1s the sound is really muffled. They still work a treat on my MacBook Pro.

    I've not contacted B&W which is my next stop. I wonder if it's got to do with USB 3 on the new iMac.

    Anyone having similar problems and found a solution yet? I'll post here again if I learn anything.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Wow!

    • Written by from PORT SAINT LUCIE

    I'm just one step below an audiophile - in other words I can appreciate high quality gear but don't always insist on it.

    I picked these up last weekend and have been blown away by the detail and quality of the sound. I am hearing notes and detail in songs that I've never heard before on my iMac. Despite the lack of a sub, these guys hit most of the low notes and wht they do produce is simply amazing.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for the right application.

    • Written by from Mequon

    I have a small office; for long work sessions, headphones are fatiguing. The MM-1's are currently sitting two feet from my ears, on either side of my laptop. The soundstage is magnificent. The detail is outstanding. Vocals and classic instrumentation will blow your mind.

    I listen to a significant amount of (well crafted) electronica as well; here is where you may expect too much. For their size, they produce outstanding warmth, presence, and natural bass. The bypass will adjust the sound to optimize for the speaker; you won't get distortion - but it will tone down lower frequencies significantly.

    That said, I am absolutely amazed at what has been packed into two *very* small packages. It's impressive, and I believe they are worth the price of admission.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Best 2.0 speakers br far

    • Written by from White Lake

    I'm not sure where all the whining about low bass and white noise originates, has to be either defective speakers so go exchange them, or written by Bose and Klipsch employees. First, anybody expecting DEEP LOW BASS from 2.0 speakers needs to get realistic and go buy a 2.1 speaker system, and have fun with the extra wires. I have ZERO white, black, or blue noise emanating from mine, and I just gave up on the iHome USB powered speakers because of the high pitched whistle when plugged in. These speakers are fantastic and produce bass better than the Bose system in my '12 Nissan which wasn't as good as the Panasonic system in my '05 Honda. I have these hooked up to a mid-2010 iMac and when turned up 3/4 I can hear the music fine from my den to my kitchen in a ranch home. The bass is fairly deep although gets maybe a little boomy when the iTunes equalizer is up high on the 32 through 125 levels. For Mac speakers these are awesome, if you want symphony sound filling up a large room or entire house please invest in a true audio component system.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Speakers

    • Written by from Baltimore

    I'm very impressed with the quality and sound of these speakers. They have great range and plenty of power for a desktop speaker. They might not be big enough to carry an entire room but are perfect for my home office. I'd give them six stars if the price point was $400 but what the hey. You should buy these speakers and enjoy.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    B and W Best in World

    • Written by from ANCHORAGE

    These speakers sound so full and rich, amazingly accurate, just phenomenal. These are the best computer speakers that I have ever owned. I can say this with a lot of knowledge because I have had Bose speakers and other such as Polk Speakers for many years. B and W is the best of the best!

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    INSANE sound... I'm speechless.

    • Written by from Staten Island

    These things are great. I recently purchased the new iMac and noticed the speakers weren't all that great. I needed something small and clean, also wanted something that would sound great. I stopped in at the Apple store and listened to the Bose systems there and wasn't all that pleased. They had these setup on a Macbook Air for demonstration and they sounded pretty nice. I figured let me try these and if they aren't all that I will return them.

    I cant believe how great these sound when I hooked them up at home. Theres no sub, less wires, no clutter and they look great with my setup. They sound amazing and I am so happy I bought them. I was concerned about the bass issues since there was no sub but once I played some of my own tunes I liked and it sounded awesome and I am extremely satisfied.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    The best sound quality in the Apple Store.

    • Written by from REDMOND

    I have extensively tested the MM-1 ($500), Focal XS 2.1 ($600), and Millenia CT ($700) speaker units over the past few days and found that the MM-1s delivered the most detailed and high quality sound out of the three speakers and I believe it's the best in the price range.

    In comparison, the other speakers almost sounded slightly muffled when switching over. The MM-1s are really a different listening experience and really great.

    The downside of the MM1-s is the lack of bass. It's still got great bass, especially if you have Boom, but it just doesn't compare to the groundshaking bass of a subwoofer since this is only a 2.0 unit.

    Despite that fact, the MM-1s still win over the other two speaker systems in my book. Especially since with a mac, using the Audio MIDI Setup you can add a subwoofer to the MM-1s ultimately making them the full package and better than the Focal and the Paradigm. I picked up a Corsair SP2500 subwoofer and use it with the MM1-s and am enjoying the best listening experience of my life with music, games, and movies.

    I highly recommend this unit.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Epic

    • Written by from Chicago

    Best speakers i ever owned for the computer.. I bought my dad an A7 for Christmas and was blown away.. These are such a step up from Bose it is not even funny. I like not having the big woofer as well.. I wish I had there surround for my TV. maybe next year. Bowers and Wilkins is the new level of perfection for sound docks and speakers.. I love there range and how they don't get distorted like Bose. I like my music LOUD. I listen to jam bands, jazz, fusion. classic rock. and you hear much much more with these speakers than a Bose unit. I will NEVER buy Bose again. the Price is more than justified in these speakers as well as the A7

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    really glad i bought these speakers

    • Written by from LAKE FOREST

    excellent sound quality and they look good sitting beside my iMac.

    only minor complaint is sometimes the mac doesn't recognize they're connected as external usb speakers. have to unplug and replug a few times.

    would buy them again though.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Best computer speakers

    • Written by from New Westminster

    I bought these a couple of years ago. I've auditioned big B&W speakers and found that they have a truly accurate sound. MM-1 speakers have the same sound profile. I suppose what's truly amazing about these little speakers is their bass response. I had a Klipsch 2.1 system before. They were great. However, the MM-1 system provides a fuller sound throughout the spectrum. They are perfect for a bedroom or den.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Don't Waster Your Time Like I Did, Just Get These........

    • Written by from San Antonio

    I wasted years and money trying Bose, Klipsch, Audyssey, M-Audio, etc., ad naseum. Trying to find the perfect and compact sound for my extensive iTunes collection on my MacBook Pro. I hesitated for years on the B&W MM-1 due to the coin and required USB port connection. What a moron I was. These speakers are small, look and feel expensive and simply sound magnificent. Get them, don't waste your time like some people I know very well.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    I love them!!!

    • Written by from fairfax

    I just got mine couple of days ago and I can't stop listening to music. I was a little unsure about getting them, specially for the price tag, but after listening to my fav music I don't have any regrets!! the sound is just amazing -

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Amazing realistic sound

    • Written by from Petersburgh

    No out of phase (Bose type) sound... No booming bass... just clean sound. When I first began listening to the MM-1's hooked up to my new Retina MacBook Pro I couldn't decide whether I'd made a good choice. These speakers were so completely different than any I'd ever had connected to a computer. After a short time the pure sound began to sink in and I'm now hooked. They are great for almost every type of music and sound... and look good, too.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    WOW!

    • Written by from wichita

    I am a lover of classical music and photography. To suggest that I spend $500 on speakers for a computer is insane! So, now I am insane, amazed beyond belief and very thankful for the experiences from Bowers & Wilkins. I live in an apartment and hate using headphones. Now i can experience the depths of music with my photos and spend hours away from the chaos of the world in the joy of sight and sound. Thank you!

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Killer

    • Written by from DALLAS

    These speakers are nothing short of spectacular. My expectations were very high given the price point, and they were not met but exceeded. Unbelievable crystal clear highs and mid notes and shocking bass from such small speakers. These are definitely the best desk-top speakers I've heard. I spend a great deal of time working at home, and these speakers have enriched my experience for sure.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Worth their weight in gold!

    • Written by from Shuniah

    I've been wanting to get really decent computer speakers for quite some time. They always seem to get trumped by another purchase or upgrade. Well let me just say I finally broke down and ordered myself a pair of these speakers. All I can say is OMG! If you're like me and listen to most of your music while sitting at your computer, these are a must have. Trust me, the other stuff can wait. Due to space limitations I wanted the best 2.0 setup I could get. I think I got all I wanted with these. Simply outstanding sound from such a small package.

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