Bowers & Wilkins
Bowers & Wilkins MM-1
A solid mid-range pick in the home audio speakers line-up, with Powered desktop speakers up front.
58/100
Powered desktop speakersBlack
£420best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Active (powered)
- Scores 58/100
- Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile
Scored against the home audio speakers classWhere the Bowers & Wilkins MM-1 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Form factor
Form factorPowered desktop speakers
Active (powered)Yes
Design
Weight (each)1.7 kg
FinishBlack
Watch it in action
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Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowBowers & Wilkins MM-1 vs Klipsch Klipsch RP-502S II PAIR OF PASSIVE Surround Speakers Ebony
Bowers & Wilkins MM-1Klipsch RP-502S II PAIR OF PASSIVE Surround Speakers Ebony
| Bowers & WilkinsBowers & Wilkins MM-1This page | KlipschKlipsch RP-502S II PAIR OF PASSIVE Surround Speakers Ebony | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58 /100Better | 50 /100 |
| Form factor | Powered desktop speakers | Surround Speaker |
Who it's for
Is the Bowers & Wilkins MM-1 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable home audio speaker for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need reference-grade sound and features, in which case a higher-tier home audio speaker is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Bowers & Wilkins MM-1 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 58/100 against other home audio speakers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the Bowers & Wilkins MM-1?
Its active (powered) stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the KEF Q Concerto Meta?
The KEF Q Concerto Meta scores 59/100 versus this one at 58/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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