Bowers & Wilkins 805 D4 2-Way Bookshelf Speaker
- World Wide Stereo now offers the Bowers & Wilkins 805 D4 bookshelf speakers, now $8,000.00 (originally $10,000.00).
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Editor's Pick: As the only bookshelf speaker in the flagship 800 Diamond series, the 805 D4's core advantage lies in its near-complete inheritance of the family's signature technology: the top-mounted, independent solid aluminum waveguide diamond tweeter delivers exceptional high-frequency extension and airiness, making the presence of string micro-dynamics or vocal details incredibly outstanding. The Continuum mid-bass driver, paired with the D4 generation's upgraded reverse-wrapped wooden cabinet and aluminum rear spine, keeps cabinet resonance extremely low, resulting in clean, crisp mid and low frequencies with clear lines. Aesthetically, the Connolly premium leather and curved solid wood craftsmanship elevate its texture to top-tier furniture quality.
Honestly, there are two things to consider before choosing it: First, it's a speaker with extremely high potential but also quite demanding of power—it really tests the control and current output of your front-end amplifier; a basic entry-level amp won't easily drive it to its full potential. Second, as a bookshelf speaker, due to its physical size, its extreme low-frequency depth and impact naturally can't match the floor-standing models in the same series (like the 804 D4).
But if you're willing to pair it with a well-controlled amplifier and set it up properly, the 805 D4's soundstage, tonal purity, and industrial design will allow you to enjoy the purest high-end audio experience in the two-channel realm with minimal footprint.
