Bowers & Wilkins 802 D4 – Floor Standing Speaker

Bowers & Wilkins is a legendary British audio equipment manufacturer, founded in 1966 in Worthing, West Sussex, by John Bowers and Roy Wilkins. Renowned for its cutting-edge loudspeaker design and premium craftsmanship, the company’s flagship 800 Series—including the 802 D4—epitomises sonic excellence.

Key Technologies in Bowers & Wilkins 802 D4: Premium 3 Way Sound
The Bowers & Wilkins 802 D4: Premium 3Way Sound features a 3way, fourdriver design: a 25 mm diamonddome tweeter, a 150 mm Continuum midrange, and dual 200 mm Aerofoil bass drivers. Innovations include the Turbine™ Head midrange enclosure, biomimetic suspension, and Matrix™ cabinet bracing—all to deliver incredibly detailed, uncoloured sound.

Placement, Room Size & Acoustic Matching
Weighing a substantial 88 kg each with dimensions approximately 1218×413×602 mm, these speakers require generous room space and careful positioning—preferably with professional assistance—to truly shine. Their 90 dB sensitivity makes them efficient to drive, although a highpower or highquality amplifier enhances their dynamic expression.

Price Range and Availability in India
In India, the Bowers & Wilkins 802 D4: Premium 3Way Sound commands a premium price of approximately 50,50,000/- inclusive of the taxes and duties.

Pros and Cons of Bowers & Wilkins 802 D4: Premium 3Way Sound
Pros: Exceptional imaging, clarity, and soundstage depth; studios rely on its sibling 801 D4 as reference.Balanced, detailed midrange and treble without undue harshness.

Cons:Size and weight make placement a challenge.

Materials, Colours & Sizes Available
These speakers are offered in Gloss Black, Gloss White, Satin Rose nut, and Satin Walnut cabinet finishes, with grille options in black or grey. The build features top-tier materials—an aluminium top
plate, Connolly leather trim, and impeccable robotic lacquer finish—to ensure both form and function.

Best Known for What Kind of Music?

The Bowers & Wilkins 802 D4: Premium 3Way Sound excels across genres—classical, jazz, orchestral, acoustic, and high-resolution studio recordings—where precision, layering, and realism matter most.

FAQs
Do Bowers & Wilkins 802 D4: Premium 3Way Sound work well with vinyl and stereo setups?
Absolutely. With excellent imaging, detail retrieval, and musical engagement, these speakers perform beautifully with analog turntables and rich, dynamic stereo systems.
Are Bowers & Wilkins 802 D4: Premium 3Way Sound suitable for Indian apartment acoustics?
They can be used, but due to their size, weight, and powerful bass, proper acoustic treatment and spatial planning are essential to prevent overwhelming your room or disturbing neighbours.
Are Bowers & Wilkins 802 D4: Premium 3Way Sound warm sounding?
The 802 D4 leans toward natural and transparent rather than overtly warm. Many find its tonal balance engaging and nonanalytical.
Do I need a powerful amplifier? Yes, it requires a powerful amplifier (50W-500W into 8Ω is recommended) to drive it effectively.