Bookshelf Speakers — B&W (Bowers & Wilkins) 805 D4 Signature

The 805 D4 Signature is a bookshelf speaker from Bowers & Wilkins' 800 Series Diamond range, made as a special edition of the standard 805 D4. The 800 Series sits at the top of the B&W speaker catalogue, and in the company's Signature range this model is joined by the 705 S3 Signature.

Key specs that matter

B&W specifies a response of 42Hz to 28kHz, 88dB sensitivity, an 8 ohm nominal impedance and suitable amplifier power of 50 to 120W, all matching the standard 805 D4. Each cabinet measures 44.0 x 24.0 x 37.3 cm and weighs 15.55kg, identical in size to the standard model.

Pairing

An easy 8 ohm load and moderate sensitivity mean the 805 D4 Signature works with a mid-power integrated amplifier and asks for no unusual current delivery.

Alternatives

The standard 805 D4 shares essentially the same acoustic specification at a lower price, without the Signature edition finish.