Description
With the new 800 Series for its 60th anniversary, Bowers & Wilkins underscores its commitment to uncompromising perfection. The interplay of diamond tweeters, Space Frame Bracing, and proven developments from the Signature Series redefines audiophile peak performance.
Bowers & Wilkins 802 D5 – Reference standard
for stereo and home cinema
The 802 D5 was designed for reference-class stereo sound and impressive home cinema experiences. As the second-largest speaker in the 800 D5 series, it combines a sophisticated cabinet design with advanced driver technology and a clear focus on precision, control, and spatial imaging.
3-way bass reflex system with elaborate cabinet
The 802 D5 is designed as a 3-way bass reflex system. The improved Matrix™ design reduces resonances, while the aluminum frame bracing and aluminum cabinet top contribute to the stable construction. The shape of the cabinet follows a continuous curve and is stabilized by a solid aluminum back to reduce reflections within the cabinet.
Diamond tweeter with
Tweeter-on-Top
The diamond dome tweeter is housed in a firmly integrated Tweeter-on-Top enclosure. This construction supports particularly clear and precise high-frequency reproduction with an open sense of space. Fine details, voices, and acoustic nuances especially benefit from this design.
Continuum midrange driver
in a decoupled Turbine Head
For the midrange, the 802 D5 uses a Continuum™ diaphragm FST™ midrange driver in a decoupled Turbine Head. This allows voices and instruments to be reproduced with rich detail and vibrancy.
Controlled bass
from two 8-inch bass drivers
The two 8-inch Aerofoil™ diaphragm bass units are firmly installed in the Reverse-Wrap enclosure. This concept stands for controlled and precise bass reproduction and makes the speaker interesting even for demanding home cinema applications. A separate subwoofer is no longer strictly necessary.
Design and
finishes
The 802 D5 is available in Stealth Black, Warm White, Light Walnut, and Dark Walnut. Depending on the cabinet finish, the matching grille is either black or grey. The Leather by Connolly upholstery is color-coordinated and underlines the high-quality claim of the 800 Diamond series.
Recommended room size
and distance
from the wall
We recommend a minimum room size of 25 square meters for this speaker. However, the speaker can also easily fill rooms over 50 square meters. The distance from the wall should be at least 50 cm to the back wall and side wall to prevent disturbing bass booming and to maintain precise spatial imaging. However, 1 meter or more is optimal.
Pros and cons
at a glance
Reasons to choose the Bowers & Wilkins 802 D5:
- 3-way bass reflex system
- Diamond dome tweeter in Tweeter-on-Top design
- Continuum™-FST™ midrange driver in Turbine Head
- Two 8-inch Aerofoil™ bass units
- Matrix™ design, Reverse-Wrap cabinet, and aluminum bracing
- Four cabinet finishes with matching grille colors
What you should know about the
Bowers & Wilkins 802 D5:
- The speaker requires a powerful amplifier of at least 100 watts RMS at 8 ohms and optimally 200 to 400 watts at 4 ohms
- The speaker needs a certain distance from the wall (described above)
Properties
Specifications
General
- Product type: 3-way bass reflex system
- Dimensions W × H × D: 41.3 × 121.8 × 58.9 cm including plinth; Depth including grille and terminals: 55.6 cm; Width cabinet only: 34.5 cm
- Weight: 91.35 kg per piece
- Frequency range: -6 dB 14 Hz – 35 kHz
- Frequency response: 17 Hz – 28 kHz ± 3 dB
Features
- Diamond dome tweeter
- Tweeter-on-Top design with solid housing
- Continuum™ cone FST midrange
- Anti-resonance plug
- Biomimetic suspension
- Turbine Head
- Matrix™
- Aerofoil™ cone bass units
- Flowport™
Chassis
- 1 × ø 25 mm Diamond dome tweeter
- 1 × ø 150 mm Continuum™ FST midrange
- 2 × ø 200 mm Aerofoil™ cone bass units
Audio
- Sensitivity: 90 dB
- Harmonic distortion: 2nd and 3rd harmonic at 90 dB, 1 m
- Harmonic distortion: < 1 % 70 Hz – 20 kHz
- Harmonic distortion: < 0.3 % 100 Hz – 8 kHz
- Nominal impedance: 8 O, minimum 3.0 O
- Recommended amplifier power: 50 W – 1000 W into 8 O unclipped
- Maximum recommended cable impedance: 0.1 O
Finishes
- Cabinet: Stealth Black
- Cabinet: Warm White
- Cabinet: Light Walnut
- Cabinet: Dark Walnut
- Grille: Black for Stealth Black and Dark Walnut
- Grille: Grey for Warm White and Light Walnut
Scope of delivery
- B&W 802 D5
- Covers
- Bi-wiring jumpers
- Spikes
- Loudspeaker feet
- Mounting accessories
- Documents
Downloads
Manufacturer information
802 D5
The Bowers & Wilkins 802 D5 floor-standing speaker combines a diamond dome tweeter, a Continuum midrange driver in a separate Turbine Head enclosure, and two 200mm Aerofoil bass drivers – delivering natural vocals, the finest sound details, and deep, powerful bass that brings a concert atmosphere into your home.
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Description
With the new 800 Series for its 60th anniversary, Bowers & Wilkins underscores its commitment to uncompromising perfection. The interplay of diamond tweeters, Space Frame Bracing, and proven developments from the Signature Series redefines audiophile peak performance.
Bowers & Wilkins 802 D5 – Reference standard
for stereo and home cinema
The 802 D5 was designed for reference-class stereo sound and impressive home cinema experiences. As the second-largest speaker in the 800 D5 series, it combines a sophisticated cabinet design with advanced driver technology and a clear focus on precision, control, and spatial imaging.
3-way bass reflex system with elaborate cabinet
The 802 D5 is designed as a 3-way bass reflex system. The improved Matrix™ design reduces resonances, while the aluminum frame bracing and aluminum cabinet top contribute to the stable construction. The shape of the cabinet follows a continuous curve and is stabilized by a solid aluminum back to reduce reflections within the cabinet.
Diamond tweeter with
Tweeter-on-Top
The diamond dome tweeter is housed in a firmly integrated Tweeter-on-Top enclosure. This construction supports particularly clear and precise high-frequency reproduction with an open sense of space. Fine details, voices, and acoustic nuances especially benefit from this design.
Continuum midrange driver
in a decoupled Turbine Head
For the midrange, the 802 D5 uses a Continuum™ diaphragm FST™ midrange driver in a decoupled Turbine Head. This allows voices and instruments to be reproduced with rich detail and vibrancy.
Controlled bass
from two 8-inch bass drivers
The two 8-inch Aerofoil™ diaphragm bass units are firmly installed in the Reverse-Wrap enclosure. This concept stands for controlled and precise bass reproduction and makes the speaker interesting even for demanding home cinema applications. A separate subwoofer is no longer strictly necessary.
Design and
finishes
The 802 D5 is available in Stealth Black, Warm White, Light Walnut, and Dark Walnut. Depending on the cabinet finish, the matching grille is either black or grey. The Leather by Connolly upholstery is color-coordinated and underlines the high-quality claim of the 800 Diamond series.
Recommended room size
and distance
from the wall
We recommend a minimum room size of 25 square meters for this speaker. However, the speaker can also easily fill rooms over 50 square meters. The distance from the wall should be at least 50 cm to the back wall and side wall to prevent disturbing bass booming and to maintain precise spatial imaging. However, 1 meter or more is optimal.
Pros and cons
at a glance
Reasons to choose the Bowers & Wilkins 802 D5:
- 3-way bass reflex system
- Diamond dome tweeter in Tweeter-on-Top design
- Continuum™-FST™ midrange driver in Turbine Head
- Two 8-inch Aerofoil™ bass units
- Matrix™ design, Reverse-Wrap cabinet, and aluminum bracing
- Four cabinet finishes with matching grille colors
What you should know about the
Bowers & Wilkins 802 D5:
- The speaker requires a powerful amplifier of at least 100 watts RMS at 8 ohms and optimally 200 to 400 watts at 4 ohms
- The speaker needs a certain distance from the wall (described above)
Properties
Specifications
General
- Product type: 3-way bass reflex system
- Dimensions W × H × D: 41.3 × 121.8 × 58.9 cm including plinth; Depth including grille and terminals: 55.6 cm; Width cabinet only: 34.5 cm
- Weight: 91.35 kg per piece
- Frequency range: -6 dB 14 Hz – 35 kHz
- Frequency response: 17 Hz – 28 kHz ± 3 dB
Features
- Diamond dome tweeter
- Tweeter-on-Top design with solid housing
- Continuum™ cone FST midrange
- Anti-resonance plug
- Biomimetic suspension
- Turbine Head
- Matrix™
- Aerofoil™ cone bass units
- Flowport™
Chassis
- 1 × ø 25 mm Diamond dome tweeter
- 1 × ø 150 mm Continuum™ FST midrange
- 2 × ø 200 mm Aerofoil™ cone bass units
Audio
- Sensitivity: 90 dB
- Harmonic distortion: 2nd and 3rd harmonic at 90 dB, 1 m
- Harmonic distortion: < 1 % 70 Hz – 20 kHz
- Harmonic distortion: < 0.3 % 100 Hz – 8 kHz
- Nominal impedance: 8 O, minimum 3.0 O
- Recommended amplifier power: 50 W – 1000 W into 8 O unclipped
- Maximum recommended cable impedance: 0.1 O
Finishes
- Cabinet: Stealth Black
- Cabinet: Warm White
- Cabinet: Light Walnut
- Cabinet: Dark Walnut
- Grille: Black for Stealth Black and Dark Walnut
- Grille: Grey for Warm White and Light Walnut
Scope of delivery
- B&W 802 D5
- Covers
- Bi-wiring jumpers
- Spikes
- Loudspeaker feet
- Mounting accessories
- Documents
Downloads
Manufacturer information
802 D5
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