Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) 801 Series 3
Bowers & Wilkins (B&W)
801 Series 3
- Condition
- Mint
- Type
- Floorstanding
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Description
Offered here is a beautiful pair of Bowers & Wilkins / B&W Matrix 801 Series 3 floorstanding speakers in Black Ash finish. The Matrix 801 Series 3 is one of B&W’s most respected high-performance loudspeakers, known for its studio-monitor heritage, deep controlled bass, natural midrange, precise imaging, and large-scale sound presentation. This pair has been carefully inspected, tested, and listened to by HQaudios. Both speakers are working properly and deliver the full, clean, detailed, and authoritative sound that the B&W 801 line is known for. Professionally Tested by HQaudios – Fully Working – Backed by Our 1-Year Warranty Condition Pair of B&W Matrix 801 Series 3 speakers Fully tested and working properly Black Ash cabinets present very well overall Normal vintage wear may be present due to age Tweeter heads, Kevlar midrange drivers, woofers, terminals, and serial label area are shown in the actual photos Actual photos show the real pair being sold Sound Character Deep, powerful, and controlled bass Clean and natural midrange Detailed high frequencies Large soundstage and strong imaging Excellent dynamic presentation Great choice for serious two-channel listening These speakers are especially suitable for: Jazz Vocal Classical Acoustic music Classic rock High-quality analog or digital playback For best performance, we recommend using a strong, clean amplifier with good current delivery. Technical Condition Both speakers have been tested under real listening conditions. Tweeters tested and working properly Kevlar midrange drivers tested and working properly 300mm woofers tested and working properly Rear binding posts are clean and functional Both speakers produce clean and balanced sound No abnormal noise or distortion noticed during testing Extended listening test completed before listing We are happy to provide additional video, sound demo, or photos upon request. Factory Specifications Brand: Bowers & Wilkins / B&W Model: Matrix 801 Series 3 / 801 S3 Type: 3-Way Floorstanding Loudspeaker System Enclosure: Vented-Box / Bass Reflex System Tweeter: 1 x 25mm Metal Dome Tweeter Midrange: 1 x 126mm Kevlar Midrange Driver Woofer: 1 x 300mm Cobex Bass Driver Frequency Response: 32Hz – 20kHz ±3dB Sensitivity: 87dB SPL, 2.83V / 1m Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms Minimum Impedance: 4 Ohms Power Handling: 50W – 300W into 8 Ohms on unclipped program Crossover Frequencies: Approx. 380Hz and 3,000Hz Dimensions: 39.7" H x 17.0" W x 22.0" D Metric Dimensions: 1008mm H x 432mm W x 560mm D Weight: Approx. 110 lbs / 50 kg each speaker Finish: Black Ash Country of Manufacture: Made in England Suggested Amplifier Pairing The B&W Matrix 801 Series 3 benefits from strong, clean amplification. These are high-performance speakers and need a quality amplifier to sound their best. Recommended amplifier types: High-current solid-state amplifier Quality integrated amplifier with strong power supply Clean power amplifier with good control over bass drivers Good matching brands may include: McIntosh Classe Bryston Krell Mark Levinson Pass Labs Accuphase Luxman HQaudios carries and services many vintage and high-end audio components. Shipping & Packing These are large and heavy speakers and will be packed with great care. Professional packing for safe delivery Tracking provided after shipment Freight or special handling may be used when necessary Each speaker weighs approximately 110 lbs before packing HQaudios has experience shipping valuable vintage and high-end audio equipment safely. We will make sure the speakers are properly secured and protected for transit. Warranty & Support This pair is backed by our 1-Year Warranty. We are happy to help with setup, connection, amplifier matching, and basic troubleshooting. Customer Service: We are here to support you. Trade-In Program We accept trade-ins on: Receivers Speakers Amplifiers Cassette decks Reel-to-reel decks Turntables Other vintage audio gear You may only need to pay the difference between your trade-in item and the item you want from us. Audio Repair & Restoration Service HQaudios also provides repair and restoration services for vintage speakers, receivers, amplifiers, cassette decks, and reel-to-reel machines. Important Notes This listing is for the pair of B&W Matrix 801 Series 3 speakers only. Accessories not shown or not mentioned are not included. Speaker stands, carts, dollies, or display platforms shown in photos are not included unless specifically stated. Actual color may vary slightly due to lighting, camera, and screen settings. These are vintage speakers, so minor cosmetic wear should be expected. Buy with confidence from HQaudios.
Condition notes
Excellent
Seller
Westlake Village, CA
★ 5.00
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