Spacious, refined and entertaining sound ; Celebrates all genres of music ; Good standard of build and finish

Requires some system-matching ; Expensive by ‘entry level’ standards ; Worthwhile alternatives at similar money

The most affordable route into Bowers & Wilkins passive loudspeaker ownership could quite easily prove the gateway drug into a lifelong habit…

Improved clarity, refinement and openness ; Punchy, dynamic and lively sound ; Knows how to have fun ; Classy build and finish

Sweet treble can sound a touch forward ; Needs care with system matching ; Price rise over predecessors

B&W’s latest entry-level 607 S3 speakers win us over with a clean, refined and detailed sound that’s also entertaining in spades