CDM 2

About the CDM 2

The B&W CDM 2 is a stand-mount/bookshelf loudspeaker system produced between 1995 and 1998 in England. It features a 2-way bass reflex design with a 165mm Kevlar cone woofer-midrange driver and a 25mm (1 inch) metal alloy dome tweeter. The speaker has a frequency response of 70 Hz to 20 kHz (±2 dB), an efficiency of 87 dB (2.83V/1m), and an impedance of 8 ohms (minimum 4.5 ohms). It is recommended to be paired with amplifiers delivering 30 to 120 watts. The cabinet is finished in real wood veneers such as black ash, cherry wood, or walnut red, with rounded baffle edges to reduce diffraction and improve stereo imaging. The CDM 2 includes two pairs of gold-plated terminals for bi-wiring and bi-amping. The enclosure is solid and well-braced to minimize vibrations, contributing to clear and balanced sound reproduction. The speaker weighs 7 kg and measures 316 x 220 x 242 mm (H x W x D). It is praised for its clear, balanced sound with a realistic stereo image and is considered a high-value option for music lovers seeking quality sound from a compact speaker.