{"product_id":"bowers-wilkins-805-d5-stand-mount-speakers","title":"Bowers \u0026 Wilkins - 805 D5 - Bookshelf Speakers","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins 805 D5 Reference \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReference 800 Series Diamond Sound in a Compact Form\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins 805 D5\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most compact loudspeaker in the 800 Series Diamond range, delivering reference-level clarity, precision and musical scale from an elegant stand-mount design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for smaller listening rooms and premium systems where space is limited, the 805 D5 combines a \u003cstrong\u003eDiamond dome tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Body Tweeter-on-Top\u003c\/strong\u003e, a 165 mm Continuum™ cone bass\/midrange driver and an extensively reinforced reverse-wrap cabinet. Despite its modest proportions, it produces a spacious soundstage, lifelike detail and impressive low-frequency control. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiamond Dome Tweeter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 805 D5 features Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins’ renowned \u003cstrong\u003e25 mm Diamond dome tweeter\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered to reproduce high frequencies with exceptional clarity, openness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond combines very low mass with outstanding stiffness, pushing the tweeter’s break-up frequency to approximately 70 kHz. By moving unwanted resonance well beyond the audible range, the 805 D5 can reveal subtle recording details without introducing harshness or excessive brightness. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSolid Body Tweeter-on-Top\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than placing the tweeter within the main cabinet, Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins houses it in a rigid \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Body Tweeter-on-Top\u003c\/strong\u003e enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeparating the tweeter from the bass and midrange driver helps reduce interference caused by cabinet vibration. The elongated housing also minimises diffraction around the driver, supporting sharper stereo imaging and a more natural sense of space around voices and instruments. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e165 mm Continuum Cone Driver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated \u003cstrong\u003e165 mm Continuum cone bass\/midrange driver\u003c\/strong\u003e reproduces vocals, instruments and low frequencies with exceptional control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Continuum cone is designed to behave smoothly across its operating range, avoiding the abrupt resonance characteristics associated with some conventional cone materials. This helps the 805 D5 deliver natural vocals, clearly defined instruments and a balanced presentation across a wide range of music. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAnti-Resonance Plug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Resonance plug\u003c\/strong\u003e is positioned within the Continuum driver to improve mechanical control and reduce unwanted cone behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis refinement helps maintain clarity through the midrange, allowing fine textures and musical details to remain focused even during complex or dynamic passages. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEnhanced Matrix Cabinet Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the cabinet, Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins’ upgraded \u003cstrong\u003eMatrix™ bracing system\u003c\/strong\u003e reinforces the enclosure and reduces unwanted resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterlocking internal panels create a more rigid structure, while aluminium Space Frame Bracing and an aluminium top section provide additional stability. By reducing cabinet vibration, the 805 D5 can produce a cleaner background, more precise imaging and a more convincing soundstage. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReverse-Wrap Cabinet Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 805 D5 cabinet is formed from a continuous curved structure rather than a conventional flat-fronted box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis reverse-wrap construction reduces reflections around the drive units and moves the main cabinet join towards the rear. A solid aluminium spine locks the structure together, improving rigidity while giving the speaker its distinctive 800 Series Diamond appearance. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlowport Bass Reflex Technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins’ \u003cstrong\u003eFlowport™\u003c\/strong\u003e bass-reflex system helps the 805 D5 produce deeper and more controlled low frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe port’s carefully shaped, dimpled surface reduces turbulence as air moves through the cabinet. This helps minimise unwanted noise and compression, particularly during bass-heavy music or higher-volume playback. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImpressive Performance for Smaller Listening Rooms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it is the smallest loudspeaker in the 800 Series Diamond range, the 805 D5 offers a stated frequency response of \u003cstrong\u003e42 Hz to 28 kHz, ±3 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a wider frequency range extending from \u003cstrong\u003e34 Hz to 35 kHz at -6 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact dimensions make it particularly well suited to apartments, dedicated listening rooms and premium systems where a full-sized floorstanding speaker may not be practical. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Premium Amplification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 805 D5 has an 88 dB sensitivity rating, an 8-ohm nominal impedance and a minimum impedance of 4.6 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins specifies a broad recommended amplifier range of 50 to 1,000 watts into 8 ohms on unclipped programme material. A high-quality amplifier with stable current delivery will help reveal the speaker’s dynamic capability, tonal detail and bass control. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePurpose-Built FS-805 Speaker Stands\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor optimum positioning and stability, the 805 D5 can be mounted on the matching \u003cstrong\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins FS-805 speaker stands\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese bespoke stands are available in Black and Titanium finishes and are designed to place the speakers at an appropriate listening height while providing a secure acoustic foundation. FS-805 stands are sold separately. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Cabinet Finishes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins 805 D5 is available in four premium finishes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStealth Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark Walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight Walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStealth Black and Dark Walnut versions are supplied with black grilles, while Warm White and Light Walnut models feature grey grilles. Matching Leather by Connolly trim completes the refined cabinet design. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference stand-mount loudspeaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost compact model in the 800 Series Diamond range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 mm Diamond dome tweeter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Body Tweeter-on-Top enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e165 mm Continuum cone bass\/midrange driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-Resonance plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced Matrix internal bracing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium Space Frame Bracing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium cabinet top section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurved reverse-wrap cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid aluminium rear spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowport bass-reflex technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e42 Hz–28 kHz frequency response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e88 dB sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with bespoke FS-805 stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in four premium finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReference stand-mount loudspeaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVented-box system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Frequency Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × 25 mm Diamond dome tweeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass\/Midrange Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × 165 mm Continuum cone driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34 Hz–35 kHz at -6 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 Hz–28 kHz, ±3 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88 dB at 2.83 Vrms\/1 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.6 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Amplifier Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–1,000 W into 8 ohms on unclipped programme\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Recommended Cable Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 ohm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarmonic Distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 1% from 90 Hz–20 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarmonic Distortion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 0.3% from 120 Hz–8 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e439 mm including tweeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e241 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabinet Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e322 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepth with Grille and Terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e363 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.4 kg per speaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabinet Finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStealth Black, Warm White, Dark Walnut and Light Walnut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrille Finishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack or grey, depending on cabinet finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Stand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins FS-805\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe official information sheet describes the enclosure as a “3-way vented-box system”, although its published drive-unit configuration lists one tweeter and one combined bass\/midrange driver. The table above therefore uses the neutral description \u003cstrong\u003evented-box system\u003c\/strong\u003e to avoid reproducing that apparent inconsistency.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bowers \u0026 Wilkins","offers":[{"title":"Stealth Black","offer_id":45295612199027,"sku":"FP44695","price":19900.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Walnut","offer_id":45295612231795,"sku":"FP44903","price":19900.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Walnut","offer_id":45295612264563,"sku":"FP44911","price":19900.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Warm White","offer_id":45295612297331,"sku":"FP44938","price":19900.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2109\/2929\/files\/Bowers-Wilkins-805-D5-Bookshelf-Speakers-australia-Stealth-Black.png?v=1785485004","url":"https:\/\/www.theaudiotailor.com.au\/products\/bowers-wilkins-805-d5-stand-mount-speakers","provider":"The Audio Tailor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}