Description
The Bowers & Wilkins 803 D5 is the most compact 800 Series Diamond model to feature the iconic Turbine Head configuration. Delivering reference-quality B&W audio performance across a wider range of living and listening spaces.
As well as our Diamond dome tweeter and Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top, 803 D5 features new innovations, including enhanced Matrix™ with Space Frame Bracing and an Aluminium Top Plate with damping collar, ensuring the most precise and compelling sound possible. Available in Stealth Black, Warm White, Light Walnut, and Dark Walnut, with matching Leather by Connolly trim, the 803 D5 is uncompromising in both performance and design.
Ultimate drive unit technology
Pairing our most advanced and innovative drive unit technology, the 803 D5 delivers our purest sound ever. The Diamond dome tweeter pushes break-up frequency to 70kHz, delivering exceptional clarity, precision and openness, and the Continuum™ cone delivers voices and instruments with lifelike detail.
Optimised for pure performance
Every model in the new 800 Series Diamond range benefits from enhanced technology. An upgraded Matrix™ design reduces resonance and creates a more believable soundstage, while aluminium Space Frame Bracing and an all-new aluminium top section within the cabinet help deliver an even more spacious and immersive sound.
Crafted to be better by design
The 800 Series Diamond looks this way for a reason. Its shape is dictated by the science of sound. Our cabinets are formed from a single continuous curve, locked in place by a solid aluminium spine, so cabinet reflections are reduced. Complemented by the Tweeter-on-Top and Turbine Head, musical performance is always as precise as possible.
SPECIFICATIONS
Technical features
Diamond dome tweeter
Solid body Tweeter-on-Top
Continuum™ cone FST midrange
Anti-Resonance plug
Biomimetic Suspension
Turbine Head
Matrix™
Aerofoil™ base cones
Flowport™
Description
3-way vented-box system
Drive units
1x ø25mm (1in) Diamond dome high-frequency
1x ø130mm (5in) Continuum cone FST midrange
2x ø180mm (7in) Aerofoil™ bass
Frequency range
-6dB 16Hz to 35kHz
Frequency response
19Hz to 28kHz (+/-3dB)
Sensitivity
90dB
Harmonic distortion
2nd and 3rd harmonics (90dB, 1m on axis)
<1% 80Hz – 20kHz
<0.3% 100Hz – 8kHz
Nominal impedance
8Ω (minimum 3.0Ω)
Recommended amplifier power
50W – 1000W into 8Ω on unclipped programme
Max recommended cable impedance
0.1Ω
DimensionsHeight: 1165mm (45.8 in) including tweeter and plinth
Width: 301mm (11.9 in) cabinet only, 359mm (14.1in) including plinth
Depth: 473mm (18.6in) including grille and terminals, 499mm (19.6in) including plinth






































