800-820-6460
800-820-6460
An entire cinema in one elegant soundbar.
The power and definition to immerse you in your favorite movie soundtracks or bring your music to life, with the discreet good looks to fit into any home. Formation Bar will put you right at the heart of the action.
Be center-stage, no matter where you sit
Hear every detail
Nine high-quality drivers, including a dedicated three-driver center channel, delive even the finest details in full.
Get surrounded
Formation Bar can partnet easily with Bass and Flex to create a high-performance wireless surround-sound system.
Ultimate compatibility
Able to play 24-bit/96kHz audio via the Bowers and Wilkins Music App, Wi-Fi, Apple AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, Roon, and Spotify Connect.
Front-row power
The Bar's 240 watts of power is more than enough to deliver even the most action-packed Hollywood soundtrack in full.
Complete control
Control your entire Bowers & Wilkins wireless audio system using our Music app for iOS and Android. Organize your speakers into groups, integrate your favorite streaming services, and enjoy an unrivaled combination of high-resolution audio performance and absolute convenience.
Wireless revolution
Formation is our exclusive wireless technology – it guarantees a flawless listening experience, no matter how extensive your system. Using a robust, independent network, our wireless speakers deliver perfect room-to-room synchronization and outstanding sound.
Features & specs
General
Design Bar
Amplification Self-powered
Separate Subwoofer Optional
Wireless Surrounds Optional
Number Of Channels 3.0
Surround Formats
Dolby Digital Yes
DTS No
Dolby Atmos No
DTS:X No
Audio Enhancements
Dialogue Enhancement No
Auto Volume No
Virtual Surround Surround mode
Audio Connections
Optical Digital Inputs 1
Coaxial Digital Inputs None
HDMI ARC Input No
HDMI eARC Input No
3.5mm Stereo Analog Inputs None
RCA Stereo Analog Inputs None
USB Type-A Input No
Subwoofer Output Wireless
Audio Specs
Tweeter 1" Dome (3)
Midrange None
Woofer 2.5" Cone (6)
Subwoofer Driver Not Given
Enclosure Acoustic Suspension
System Frequency Response 40-28k Hz
Sound Bar RMS Power 240
Subwoofer RMS Power N/A
Video Connections
HDMI Inputs None
HDMI Outputs None
Video Specs
HDMI Video Pass-through Resolution N/A
HDR Video Compatible No
Control
Includes Remote Yes
Voice Control Alexa optional
Control by App Apple iOS, Android
HDMI CEC No
Remote IR Passthrough No
Learns TV Remote Yes
Audio Streaming
Bluetooth Connectivity Built-in 4.1
Apple AirPlay ---
Chromecast built-in ---
Files on Your Network No
Wi-Fi Networking
Built-in Wi-Fi Version 802.11 b/g/n
Bands 2.4 GHz
Other Info
Wall-mountable Yes
Mounting Bracket Included Yes
Sound Bar Size (inches) 4-3/8H x 48-15/16W x 4-5/16D
Sound Bar Weight 12.1 lbs
Subwoofer Size (inches) No Subwoofer
Subwoofer Weight N/A
