Bowers & Wilkins 804 D5 Floorstanding Loudspeaker

Bowers & Wilkins 804 D5 – Reference floorstanding loudspeaker for audiophile soundscapes

The Bowers & Wilkins 804 D5 combines the pioneering technologies of the renowned 800 Diamond series in an elegant and living-room-friendly floorstanding loudspeaker. Designed for discerning music lovers and hi-fi enthusiasts, it offers exceptional, reference-level sound performance and impresses even in smaller listening environments with remarkable precision, dynamics, and spaciousness.

Reference sound for discerning music lovers

At the heart of the 804 D5 is the legendary Diamond Dome tweeter, housed in the characteristic solid body tweeter-on-top enclosure. This design minimizes unwanted resonances and enables exceptionally precise high-frequency reproduction. With a crossover frequency of up to 70 kHz, the tweeter delivers the finest details, impressive transparency, and an exceptionally open soundstage.

For the midrange, the 804 D5 utilizes the proven Continuum™ cone, housed in a newly developed aluminum midrange enclosure. This results in the reproduction of voices, instruments, and the finest sonic details with remarkable naturalness and authenticity. Music gains in expressiveness, presence, and emotional depth.

Powerful bass reproduction with Aerofoil™ technology

Two powerful Aerofoil™ woofers deliver controlled, fast, and deep bass. Combined with the innovative reverse-wrap enclosure, this creates an impressive foundation that reproduces even demanding musical passages with authority and precision. The bass remains controlled, dynamic, and free from unwanted coloration at all times.

Advanced technology for maximum sound purity

The Bowers & Wilkins 804 D5 benefits from the latest developments of the current 800 Diamond series. The optimized Matrix™ bracing significantly reduces cabinet resonances and creates ideal conditions for pristine music reproduction.

Additional stability is provided by the aluminum frame reinforcement, the newly developed aluminum top panel, and the aluminum midrange enclosure. Together, these measures ensure more precise spatial imaging, improved detail resolution, and an exceptionally realistic soundstage.

An advanced base with optimized mass damping further reduces vibrations and contributes significantly to the impressive clarity and control of the playback.

Scientifically developed design

The striking appearance of the 804 D5 is based on sound acoustic principles. The cabinet is crafted from a single, curved form and stabilized by a solid aluminum back. This construction reduces internal reflections and improves sonic purity across the entire frequency spectrum.

The distinctive tweeter-on-top further contributes to music being reproduced with the highest precision, exceptional spaciousness and impressive detail.

Exclusive workmanship and high-quality surfaces

Besides its outstanding sound quality, the Bowers & Wilkins 804 D5 impresses with its luxurious craftsmanship. High-quality materials and the exclusive Leather by Connolly finish underscore the speakers' premium status and make them a visual highlight in any listening room.

The 804 D5 is available in the following versions:

• Stealth Black
• Warm White
• Light Walnut
• Dark Walnut

Technical data

Construction principle

• 3-way bass reflex system

Chassis configuration

• 1 × 25 mm Diamond Dome tweeter
• 1 × 130 mm Continuum™ FST midrange driver
• 2 × 165 mm Aerofoil™ woofers

Technologies

• Diamond Dome Tweeter
• Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top
• Continuum™ Membran
• FST™ midrange driver
• Anti-Resonance Plug
• Biomimetic Suspension
• Matrix™ chassis bracing
• Aerofoil™ bass diaphragms
• Flowport™

Frequency response

• 19 Hz – 24 kHz (±3 dB)

Frequency range

• 20 Hz – 35 kHz (-6 dB)

sensitivity

• 89 dB

Harmonic distortions

• < 1 % (90 Hz – 20 kHz)
• < 0.3 % (120 Hz – 8 kHz)

Nominal impedance

• 8 O (minimum 3.0 O)

Recommended amplifier power

• 50 – 1,000 watts at 8 O

Maximum recommended cable impedance

• 0.1 O

Dimensions and weight

Dimensions (H × W × D)

• 1,101 × 308 × 392 mm (incl. tweeter, base, front grille and connections)

Housing dimensions

• Width: 238 mm
• Depth: 337 mm

Weight

• 40.3 kg per speaker