A B&W with exceptionally transparent sound. Whereas its predecessors emphasized the midrange more, the D3 series operates more within the natural spectrum than before—but in the way B&W likes to see (read: hear) it! Vocals are rendered fully in the foreground. The bass from these “small” floorstanding speakers goes quite deep when paired with a good amplifier. Feel free to ask for advice!
The Bowers & Wilkins 802 D3 is a floorstanding speaker known for its accurate and detailed sound reproduction. With a slim design, it fits into living rooms as well as studio environments. The 802 D3 is equipped with a Diamond tweeter and a Continuum cone midrange driver, providing a natural and clear sound. The Turbine Head construction minimizes cabinet resonances, keeping the sound pure and undistorted. In addition, the Aerofoil bass units contribute to a tight and deep bass response. The solid enclosure and advanced internal bracing provide stability and reduce unwanted vibrations. With these features, the 802 D3 offers a listening experience that appeals to enthusiasts and professionals alike.
Technical Features: Diamond tweeter, Continuum cone FST™, Anti-Resonance plug, Turbine head, Aerofoil cone bass drivers, Flowport™, Optimized matrix, Solid-body tweeter
System: 3-way bass-reflex system
Drivers: 1x 25mm (1 in) diamond dome tweeter, 1x 150mm (6 in) Continuum cone FST™ midrange, 2x 200mm (8 in) Aerofoil cone woofers
Frequency range: 14 Hz to 35 kHz
Frequency response: 17 Hz to 28 kHz (+/-3 dB from reference axis)
Sensitivity: 90 dB (on-axis at 2.83 Vrms)
Harmonic distortion: 2nd and 3rd harmonics (90 dB, 1 m on-axis)
The Bowers & Wilkins 802 D3 was designed with absolute precision by the R&D team led by engineer Laurence Dickie. The cabinet is made of solid plywood with an aluminum Turbine Head to minimize resonance. The diamond tweeter and Continuum midrange cone deliver exceptional clarity. Internal wiring is supplied by Mundorf, and everything is hand-assembled in the United Kingdom.
Bowers & Wilkins was founded in 1966 by John Bowers in Worthing, England. The first loudspeaker, the P1, was assembled by hand in a workshop behind an electronics store. In 1968, the company was officially registered as B&W Loudspeakers Ltd. In 1974, the brand introduced the DM6, followed by the 801 in 1979, a model used in recording studios. Bowers & Wilkins developed several models in the 800 Series in the following years. In 1998, its R&D center, the Steyning Research Establishment, was opened. In 2015, the company introduced the 800 Series Diamond. Lead designers such as Laurence Dickie and later John Dibb contributed to product development. In 2020, Bowers & Wilkins was acquired by Sound United LLC. It is headquartered in the United Kingdom.
