Bowers & Wilkins 805 D3 800 Series Bookshelf Speakers - Black (Each)


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805 D3 - Compact Diamond

The 805 D3 is the only loudspeaker of its size and type to feature studio-grade technology in the form of a Diamond dome tweeter.

 

Unique performance

The exceptional 805 D3 is the only stand mount loudspeaker in the world to feature studio-grade technology in the form of a Diamond dome tweeter. It’s capable of delivering pristine sound from a relatively slight dimensions, allowing even those people with smaller listening rooms to experience True Sound.

 

 

Solid body tweeter

The Diamond dome tweeter is housed in a solid piece of aluminium. This mechanically inert structure provides an incredibly rigid platform from which the tweeter can deliver crystal clear sound.

Continuum cone

The Continuum cone delivers pristine midrange performance by effectively negating the break-up behaviour that can adversely effect this all-important part of the spectrum.

 

 

Diamond Dome Tweeters

Incredibly light, yet unbelievably rigid, Diamond is the ultimate tweeter material. Delivering the most revealing, natural treble you will ever hear.

 

Specifications
Technical featuresDiamond tweeter
Anti-resonance plug
Continuum cone bass mid
Solid body tweeter
Tweeter on top
Optimised matrix
Description2-way vented-box system
Drive units1x ø25mm (1 in) diamond dome high-frequency
1x ø165mm (6.5 in) Continuum cone bass midrange
Frequency range34Hz to 35kHz
Frequency response (+/-3dB from reference axis)42Hz to 28kHz
Sensitivity (on axis at 2.83Vrms)88dB SPL (2.83Vrms at 1m)
Harmonic distortion2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m on axis)
<1 % 70Hz - 20kHz
<0.6% 120Hz - 20kHz
Nominal impedance8Ω (minimum 4.6Ω)
Recommended amplifier power50W - 120W into 8Ω on unclipped programme
Max. recommended cable impedance0.1Ω
Dimensions (H x W x D)424 x 238 x 345mm
Net weight12.6kg (28lb)

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