{"product_id":"bowers-wilkins-htm71-s3-centre-channel-speaker","title":"Bowers \u0026 Wilkins HTM71 S3 Centre Channel Speaker","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins HTM71 S3 Centre Channel Speaker\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins HTM71 S3 Centre Channel Speaker delivers exceptional dialogue clarity and precise vocal reproduction, making it the ideal anchor for any home theatre system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered with B\u0026amp;W's signature Continuum cone technology and a refined tweeter design, this speaker excels at reproducing the full frequency range with remarkable detail and coherence. Perfect for film and music enthusiasts, the HTM71 S3 integrates seamlessly with matching Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins speakers to create a cohesive soundstage. Its compact, elegant design fits naturally into modern entertainment setups without compromising acoustic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're watching blockbuster films or enjoying your favourite albums, this centre channel speaker ensures every word and note is delivered with precision and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"bowers \u0026amp; wilkins htm71 s3 centre channel speaker melbourne hi fi\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/Screen_Shot_2026-07-16_at_11.27.31_am_600x600.png?v=1784165280\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-performance 700 Series center channel speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur flagship centre-channel speaker features a Carbon Dome drive unit housed in a Tweeter-On-Top enclosure, a 130mm (5in) Continuum Cone FST™ midrange driver – particularly important for clarity with dialogue – and twin Aerofoil™ Profile bass cones. It’s the perfect partner for the 705 S3, 703 S3 and 702 S3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUncompromising vocal performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe HTM71 S3 now features Tweeter-on-Top technology, ensuring perfect integration with similarly equipped 700 Series models in a surround sound system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"bowers \u0026amp; wilkins htm71 s3 centre channel speaker melbourne hi fi2\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/Screen_Shot_2026-07-16_at_11.30.52_am_600x600.png?v=1784165475\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA house for high frequencies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan\u003e700 Series features the latest generation of our iconic Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top housing. Its new, more elongated form incorporates a longer tube-loading system to produce an even more free and open sound with high frequencies. The carefully decoupled housing is milled from a single solid block of aluminium to better resist resonance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharper details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Dome tweeters are purpose-built for the 700 Series. Delivering a dramatic improvement on the aluminium double dome tweeter, they raise the breakup threshold to 47kHz, for pinpoint imaging accuracy and detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTruly amazing sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThanks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto its composite construction, the Continuum™ cone avoids the abrupt transitions in behaviour that can impair the performance of a conventional drive unit. The result is a more open, neutral performance that delivers voices and instruments with precision and transparency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/Screen_Shot_2026-07-16_at_11.34.46_am_600x600.png?v=1784165706\" alt=\"bowers \u0026amp; wilkins htm71 s3 centre channel speaker melbourne hi fi3\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean and clear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery three-way loudspeaker in the new 700 Series has a dedicated midrange cone using four key Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins technologies: the Continuum cone, FST™, Biomimetic Suspension and midrange decoupling, the latter ensuring minimal interference from the operation of the loudspeaker’s bass drivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA triumph of science\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeveloped \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eusing advanced computer modelling techniques, the Aerofoil™ Profile bass cone has variable thickness, providing stiffness and rigidity where it’s needed most. The result: deep and dynamic bass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"bowers \u0026amp; wilkins htm71 s3 centre channel speaker melbourne hi fi4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/Screen_Shot_2026-07-16_at_11.38.13_am_600x600.png?v=1784165925\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specifications-wrapper expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-productid=\"FP43419\" class=\"group-name\" aria-controls=\"specifications-list\" aria-expanded=\"true\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specifications-list d-block\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eNet weight: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e17.45kg\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eHeight: 165 mm cabinet only\u003cbr\u003e233 mm including tweeter\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 628 mm cabinet only\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 318 mm cabinet only\u003cbr\u003e356 mm including grille and terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specifications-wrapper expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-productid=\"FP43419\" class=\"group-name\" aria-controls=\"specifications-list\" aria-expanded=\"true\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specifications-list d-block\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eDrive units: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e1x ø25mm (1 in) Decoupled Carbon Dome high-frequency\u003cbr\u003e1x ø130mm (5 in) Continuum cone FST midrange\u003cbr\u003e2x ø130mm (5 in) Aerofoil Profile bass\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eFrequency range: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e45Hz - 33kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eFrequency response: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e50Hz - 28kHz ±3dB\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eHarmonic distortion: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m on axis)\u003cbr\u003e\u0026lt;1% 90Hz - 22kHz\u003cbr\u003e\u0026lt;0.5% 120Hz - 20kHz\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eNominal impedance: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e8Ω (minimum 3.1Ω)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eRecommended amplifier power: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e30W - 200W into 8Ω on unclipped programme\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e89dB spl (2.83Vrms, 1m)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eTechnical features: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eDecoupled Carbon Dome tweeter\u003cbr\u003eSolid Body Tweeter-on-Top\u003cbr\u003eContinuum™ cone FST™ midrange\u003cbr\u003eAerofoil™ Profile bass cones\u003cbr\u003eFlowport™\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eDescription: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e3-way vented-box system\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eMax recommended cable impedance: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003e0.1Ω\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specifications-wrapper expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-productid=\"FP43419\" class=\"group-name\" aria-controls=\"specifications-list\" aria-expanded=\"true\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinishes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci class=\"fa fa-chevron-up\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specifications-list d-block\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eCabinet finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eGloss Black, Satin White, Mocha\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"name\"\u003eGrille finishes: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"value\"\u003eBlack, Grey (Satin White only)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bowers \u0026 Wilkins","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":52225347453229,"sku":"FP43214","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mocha","offer_id":52225347485997,"sku":"FP43338","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rosenut","offer_id":52225347518765,"sku":"FP43710","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Satin White","offer_id":52225347551533,"sku":"FP43419","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/4842\/files\/Untitled-22June2023at16.24.16-2026-07-16T120813.741.png?v=1784167815","url":"https:\/\/www.melbournehifi.com.au\/products\/bowers-wilkins-htm71-s3-centre-channel-speaker","provider":"Melbourne Hi Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}