803 D3 vs 800 Diamond (800 D2)
The 800 Diamond (800 D2) matches the 803 D3 on sensitivity (90 dB), impedance (8Ω), high-frequency extension (28 kHz), and ways (3).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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LoudspeakersFloorstanding SpeakersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$13,500
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the 803 D3
The B&W 803 D3 is a high-end floorstanding speaker from Bowers & Wilkins' 800 Series Diamond line, introduced in 2015 and made in England. It features a 3-way bass reflex design with two 180 mm Aerofoil woofers, a 130 mm Continuum FST midrange driver, and a 25 mm Diamond Dome tweeter. The speaker offers a frequency response of 19 Hz to 28 kHz (+/-3 dB), sensitivity of 90 dB at 2.83 V/1 m, and nominal impedance of 8 ohms (minimum 3 ohms). It is recommended to be paired with amplifiers delivering 50 to 500 watts into 8 ohms. The cabinet uses a reverse wrap design for improved strength and sound dispersion, and the speaker weighs 65.5 kg. It is available in Satin White, Rosenut, and Gloss Black finishes. The 803 D3 is praised for its natural, precise sound with low distortion and excellent bass performance enabled by advanced Aerofoil bass drivers and Flowport technology.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 90 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 8Ω
- Frequency Response
- 19 Hz - 28 kHz
- Power Handling
- 500W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 50W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 500W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 3-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 7.09"
- Driver Count
- 4
- Enclosure Type
- ported
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 334 × 1160 × 498 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 65.5 kg (144 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Satin White, Rosenut, Gloss Black
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 90 dB
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency: 19-28000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions