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Bowers & Wilkins PM1 Bookshelf Loudspeakers Bowers and Wilkins Bookshelf Speakers and Original Stands. I have all the original boxes and the speakers are in great condition. I also have for sale my Bowers and Wilkins PV1D sub ($1200) and KECES E40 integrated amplifier $400 KECES Review: https://soundnews.net/amplifiers/power-amps/keces-e40-integrated-amp-preamp-dac-headphone-amp-review/ Condition: Very Good Payment Method: Cash on Pickup EFT Region/State: (VIC) Victoria/Australia By Intercept 2 Comments AUD $1,850 Date: May 21, 20241 yr
# Bowers & Wilkins PM1 – Buyer Notes
The PM1 is B&W's luxury compact monitor—beautifully finished, well-engineered, and a solid choice for smaller rooms or nearfield listening. At AUD 1,850, this is a reasonable asking price for used examples in good condition. New retail ran around AUD 2,800–3,350 (including stands), so you're looking at roughly 50–65% of original MSRP, which sits comfortably in the expected used market band for this model. Condition matters here; if the listing specifies "excellent," this price holds firm value.
Before committing, verify the cabinet for any veneer damage or internal rattle—B&W's Matrix bracing is robust, but the enclosure finish can show wear. Confirm all drivers are intact (1-inch aluminium tweeter, 130mm Kevlar mid/bass) and that there's no audible distortion or cone crease. Ideally, the original grille and packaging should be included. Ask the seller about amplifier requirements and whether the matching stands are negotiable—they're not essential but recommended for proper soundstage and bass response.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Bowers & Wilkins traces its origins to 1966 in Worthing, West Sussex, England, when John Bowers, a passionate audio enthusiast and former electronics shop owner, founded the company with the help of a £10,000 bequest from a satisfied customer, Miss Knight. Bowers, who had honed his speaker-building skills as a hobby while running a radio and TV rental shop with partner Roy Wilkins, launched the venture from the back of that very shop. This modest beginning fueled a relentless pursuit of audio perfection, establishing Bowers & Wilkins as a British icon in high-fidelity sound reproduction.
The brand excels in premium loudspeakers, from flagship studio monitors like the legendary 801 series—adopted by Abbey Road Studios in 1979—to accessible Domestic Monitor lines such as the enduring 600 Series. Its portfolio has expanded to encompass high-end headphones, including the iconic P5 and Zeppelin designs, alongside wireless speakers and formation systems, all emphasizing advanced driver technology, precision cabinetry, and Continuum cones for unparalleled clarity.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Bowers & Wilkins commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its engineering excellence, musical accuracy, and heritage of innovation. Far from mid-tier or niche, it rivals the elite, blending cutting-edge research from facilities like Steyning with a reputation for reference-grade performance that defines luxury hi-fi.
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