804D2 vs Sonus Faber Sonetto III
The Sonetto III's sensitivity is 89 dB against the 804D2's 90 dB, its impedance 4Ω against 8Ω, and its woofer 6" against 6.5". Both share ways (3).
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LoudspeakersFloorstanding SpeakersDiscontinued
Estimated price (community-sourced)
$4,500
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About the 804D2
The Bowers & Wilkins 804D2 is a premium three-way, reflex-loaded floorstanding loudspeaker designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional clarity and dynamic range. It features a 1-inch (25mm) diamond dome tweeter for ultra-high frequency detail, a 6-inch (150mm) woven Kevlar FST (Fixed Suspension Transducer) midrange for natural, distortion-free midrange, and two 6.5-inch (165mm) Rohacell cone bass drivers for deep, controlled bass. The cabinet is constructed using B&W's Matrix technology for reduced resonance, and the speaker supports bi-wiring and bi-amping with dual binding posts. The 804D2 is renowned for its pin-sharp clarity, wide dispersion, and robust power handling.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 90 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 8Ω
- Frequency Response
- 38 Hz - 28 kHz
- Power Handling
- 200W
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 50W
- Max. Amplifier Power
- 200W
Speaker Design
Driver configuration and enclosure design
- Configuration
- 3-way
- Driver Type
- dynamic
- Driver Size
- 6.5"
- Driver Count
- 4
- Enclosure Type
- ported
- Crossover Frequency
- 350 Hz
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 238 × 1020 × 351 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 20.87 kg (46 lbs)
- Available Colors
- Piano Black, Rosenut, Cherry
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 90 dB
Impedance: 8Ω
Frequency: 38-28000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions