Super 3i vs Bowers & Wilkins CM5
The CM5's sensitivity is 88 dB against the Super 3i's 94.5 dB, its low-frequency extension 52 Hz against 55 Hz, and its high-frequency extension 22 kHz against 20 kHz. Both share impedance (8Ω).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$500 - $695
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About the Super 3i
The Omega Super 3i is a versatile and popular compact monitor speaker featuring a proprietary 4.5" RS5 full-range driver with no crossover, designed to deliver a fuller, warmer sound with deeper bass without sacrificing clarity or the electrostatic speed the original was known for. It has a sensitivity of 94.5 dB at 8 ohms and requires as little as 2 watts of power, making it highly efficient and suitable for tube or solid-state amplifiers. The speaker's cabinet is handcrafted in the USA, available in a matched French walnut finish with mirror-imaged sides for both aesthetic appeal and acoustic performance. Dimensions are approximately 14"H x 7.5"W x 11"D, making it ideal for small to medium-sized rooms or larger desktop setups. It comes with a 10-year warranty covering parts and labor for workmanship defects. The Super 3i is praised for its coherence, naturalness, and imaging, though pairing with a subwoofer is recommended for extended bass response due to the 4.5" driver size limitations.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 94.5 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 8Ω
- Frequency Response
- 55 Hz - 20 kHz
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 2W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 1-way
- Driver Type
- full-range
- Driver Size
- 4.5"
- Driver Count
- 1
- Enclosure Type
- sealed
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 190.5 × 355.6 × 279.4 mm (W × H × D)
- Available Colors
- Matched French walnut veneer, other finishes
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 94.5 dB
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency: 55-20000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions