Bowers & WilkinsFormation AudioWireless

Bowers & Wilkins Formation Audio - Wireless Hi-Res Audio Hub

Transform your passive audio system into a high-resolution multi-room wireless setup with the Bowers & Wilkins Formation Audio. Experience seamless 96/24 bit streaming and perfect speaker synchronisation for the ultimate listening experience.

Key Features

• Convert your passive system into a multi-room wireless audio system
• Connect analogue devices and stream to Formation speakers
• Stream high-resolution 96/24 bit audio to your passive system
• Exclusive Formation® Wireless Technology for flawless in-room synchronisation
• Compatible with WiFi, Apple® AirPlay 2®, Bluetooth® (v4.1, Class 2), AptX HD, AAC, and SBC
• Quick and easy setup
• Synchronises perfectly with other Formation products
• Colour: Black

Product Overview

The Bowers & Wilkins Formation Audio combines decades of high-fidelity sound heritage with modern streaming convenience. It enables high-quality wireless streaming from your existing passive components such as CD players or turntables to Formation wireless speakers anywhere in your home. Featuring a high-performance analogue-to-digital converter (ADC), it ensures uninterrupted sound with no lag or breaks, even across multiple rooms. Enjoy legendary Bowers & Wilkins sound resolution with 96/24-bit streaming – the highest form of sound.

Technology Highlights

Exclusive Formation® Wireless Technology: Delivers perfected in-room speaker synchronisation for an immersive listening experience.

Perfected Speaker Synchronisation: Industry-leading 1 microsecond sync between speakers creates a seamless soundstage.

Patented Robust Mesh Network: Operates independently from your home WiFi to ensure uninterrupted audio streaming.

High Fidelity Streaming: 96/24 bit audio resolution offers twice the fidelity of leading wireless speaker brands for pure, clear sound.

Specifications

• Model: Formation Audio
• Description: Wireless Audio Hub
• Connectivity: Apple® AirPlay 2®, Spotify® Connect, Roon Ready, Bluetooth® v4.1 (Class 2), AptX HD, AAC, SBC
• Converters: High-performance analogue-to-digital (ADC) and digital-to-analogue (DAC)
• Input Voltage: 100V – 240V, 50/60Hz
• Power Consumption: Below 6 Watts (Sleep mode)
• Connections: Digital audio in (Toslink), Analogue audio in (2 x RCA), Digital audio out (1 x RCA), Analogue audio out (2 x RCA), Network (RJ45 Ethernet or WiFi), USB (service only)
• Dimensions: Height 44mm (1.7 in), Width 215mm (8.5 in), Depth 263mm (10.4 in)
• Weight: 1.0kg (2.2 lb)
• AirPlay 2 Compatibility: iPhone, iPad, iPod touch with iOS 11.4 or later; Apple TV 4K or Apple TV (4th Generation) with tvOS 11.4 or later; Mac or PC with iTunes 12.8 or later

What's in the Box

• Bowers & Wilkins Formation Audio Hub
• Power cable
• User manual