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Offered is „802 D3“ by B&W as exhibit from the category „Standing Speaker“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 201001133 ends on 06.11.2026 at 20:36 o'clock.
Buyer's Note: Bowers & Wilkins 801 D4
At EUR 44,000 for a unit in good condition, this is a reasonable ask—neither a steal nor overpriced. Used 801 D4s typically move between EUR 38,000–50,000 depending on condition and market. "Good" suggests no major cosmetic or acoustic issues, which supports the mid-range positioning. If the speaker has been well-maintained and sits closer to EUR 42,000–44,000, it's fair value for a flagship that commands respect in any serious listening room.
Before committing, verify the tweeter and woofers haven't suffered damage or cone deterioration—age and transport are the 801 D4's weak points. Confirm the cabinet bracing is intact, check for any crossover work or repairs, and insist on hearing it play at moderate and high volumes to catch any signs of driver fatigue or resonance issues. Ideally, original boxes and documentation should be included; their absence may signal a dealer flip rather than a careful owner handoff.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Bowers & Wilkins, the esteemed British hi-fi brand, traces its origins to 1966 in Worthing, West Sussex, when John Bowers founded the company with a £10,000 bequest from a satisfied customer, Miss Knight, who admired his hobby-crafted loudspeakers. Previously, Bowers and Roy Wilkins had run an electronics rental shop after meeting in the British Army during World War II. This fortuitous legacy fueled Bowers' obsession with acoustic perfection, launching the P1 as their inaugural product and establishing a foundation of relentless innovation in speaker design.
The brand excels in premium loudspeakers across categories like floorstanders, bookshelves, and studio monitors, with iconic lines such as the 600 Series for accessible excellence and the legendary 801, adopted as Abbey Road Studios' reference in 1979. They also produce high-end headphones like the P5 and Zeppelin, formation audio systems, and select electronics, prioritizing driver technology, cabinetry, and precise engineering over amplifiers, turntables, or cables.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Bowers & Wilkins commands reverence among discerning audiophiles and professionals for its clarity, musical truth, and uncompromised fidelity. A staple in both consumer and studio environments, it embodies British precision engineering, blending heritage with cutting-edge research to sustain its status as a benchmark for premium audio excellence.
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