CLEARANCE SALE: Bowers & Wilkins 805 D4 - Standmount Speakers in Black | Ex-Demonstration

Diamond Performance. Desktop Dimensions.

What: Diamond tweeter standmounts with reverse-wrap cabinet and Continuum driver technology
Savings: 23% off RRP - Save £2,000 on the finest compact monitors in production
Why Buy: The most advanced standmount B&W has ever created, now at floorstander pricing
Perfect For: Audiophiles demanding flagship performance without sacrificing living space

Design Excellence

These ex-demonstration 805 D4 speakers in pristine gloss black represent the culmination of everything Bowers & Wilkins has learned about standmount design since the original Matrix 805 graced Abbey Road Studios. The reverse-wrap cabinet - a first for the 805 line - brings the acoustic advantages previously reserved for larger models, while the elongated Solid Body Tweeter housing stretches to 30cm, creating an even more effective acoustic environment for that precious diamond dome.

Our professionally maintained ex-demo pair showcases the flawless piano black finish that takes B&W's craftsmen days to perfect, complemented by genuine Leather by Connolly detailing on the aluminium top plate. Every curve, every angle, every material choice serves the singular goal of musical transparency. This Clearance Sale represents an extraordinary opportunity to own what What Hi-Fi calls "arguably the most insightful and detailed sounding pair of speakers at this level."

The Opportunity

The 805 D4 demolishes the traditional compromises of standmount design. Where previous generations asked you to sacrifice bass extension for cabinet size, the new reverse-wrap construction and optimised Flowport deliver genuine 42Hz response - deeper than many floorstanders. Where compact speakers typically struggle with scale, these create soundstages that extend far beyond their physical boundaries, courtesy of that diamond tweeter's phase-perfect dispersion.

At this ex-demo price, you're essentially getting Signature-level technology for less than the standard model's RRP. The diamond dome remains B&W's crown jewel - fifteen years after introduction, they still haven't found better. Combined with the Continuum cone's exceptional self-damping and the Matrix bracing's cabinet silence, you're hearing technologies that recording studios worldwide trust for mastering your favourite albums. This isn't just a smaller 804 - it's a precision instrument optimised specifically for nearfield excellence.

Key Features

• Genuine 25mm diamond dome tweeter - Synthetic diamond's ultimate stiffness for 35kHz extension
• 165mm Continuum bass/mid driver - Woven composite with class-leading self-damping
• Reverse-wrap cabinet construction - Single continuous curve eliminates baffle diffraction
• 30cm Solid Body Tweeter housing - Elongated aluminium tube with two-point decoupling
• Matrix internal bracing - Interlocking panels reinforced with aluminium at stress points
• Front-firing dimpled Flowport - Turbulence reduction for cleaner bass response
• External rear-mounted crossover - Isolated from cabinet pressure, doubles as heatsink
• 88dB sensitivity with benign impedance - Works beautifully with quality 50W amplification

Performance Excellence

The 805 D4 achieves what AVForums calls "a master class in timing and integration" - the rare standmount that sacrifices nothing to its larger siblings except ultimate scale. The diamond tweeter delivers high frequencies with a combination of crystalline clarity and organic warmth that eludes even beryllium alternatives. Cymbal strikes possess authentic metallic shimmer without brightness. Violin harmonics soar effortlessly. The treble isn't merely extended; it's truthful in ways that transform familiar recordings.

That Continuum driver brings midrange magic usually reserved for three-way designs. Vocals emerge with startling presence - not projected forward artificially, but existing in their own acoustic space. The transition between drivers is so seamless that the speaker effectively disappears, leaving only music. Bass response defies physics, reaching below 40Hz in-room with the kind of texture and control that reveals the character of different acoustic instruments, the pitch of bass drums, the scale of recording venues. This is studio monitor accuracy delivered with genuine musical soul.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Response: 42Hz - 28kHz ±3dB
• Frequency Range: 34Hz - 35kHz -6dB
• Sensitivity: 88dB/2.83V/m
• Impedance: 8 Ohms nominal (4.6 Ohms minimum)
• Recommended Amplifier Power: 50 - 120 Watts
• Drive Units: 1 x 25mm diamond dome tweeter, 1 x 165mm Continuum bass/midrange
• Crossover Frequency: 3.5kHz (first order)
• Dimensions: 44cm H x 24cm W x 37.3cm D
• Weight: 15.6kg each
• Cabinet: Bass reflex with front Flowport

What's Included

• Bowers & Wilkins 805 D4 speakers in Gloss Black (matched pair)
• Original premium packaging and documentation
• Foam port bungs for room tuning
• Jumper cables for single-wire connection
• Magnetic grilles (removable)
• Full manufacturer warranty cards
• Setup and positioning guide

Why Martins Hi-Fi

As authorised Bowers & Wilkins dealers for over three decades, we understand what makes the 805 special - it's always been the thinking audiophile's choice. Our ex-demonstration pair has been meticulously run-in using the same protocols as Abbey Road Studios, ensuring perfect driver compliance and crossover settling. These speakers carry the full manufacturer warranty and our commitment to setup excellence. We'll help you achieve the magical integration that makes these standmounts compete with speakers at twice the price.

Experience diamond perfection in compact form - only one ex-demonstration pair available in black.