Bowers & Wilkins today announces the new 800 Series Diamond D5, the fifth generation of its flagship loudspeaker line. Celebrating 60 years of continuous innovation, the D5 series represents the most advanced realization yet of the brand’s True Sound philosophy, delivering audio reproduction that is more accurate, detailed, and emotionally engaging than ever before.
An Icon, Elevated
The 800 Series Diamond has long been regarded as the reference standard in high-end loudspeakers. The new D5 generation builds on this legendary foundation with a comprehensive suite of acoustic, mechanical, and aesthetic refinements that push performance to unprecedented levels.
Every model in the lineup features significant upgrades while remaining true to the core principles that have made the 800 Series the choice of demanding audiophiles, recording studios, and audio professionals worldwide.
Luxurious New Design and Finishes
The D5 series showcases a dramatically enhanced aesthetic with four stunning new finishes:
- Stealth Black
- Warm White
- Light Walnut
- Dark Walnut (inspired by the acclaimed 801 Abbey Road Limited Edition)
All finishes benefit from improved, more durable lacquering processes and tighter manufacturing tolerances. New design details include a redesigned aluminum top plate, refined driver pods, an upgraded turbine head, and a completely new base with enhanced visual integration. The result is an even more luxurious and cohesive appearance that exudes modern high-end craftsmanship.
Major Technological Advancements
The 800 Series Diamond D5 incorporates numerous performance-enhancing technologies:
- Space Frame Bracing — A new aluminum bracing system at the rear of the cabinet significantly reduces resonances for a quieter, more neutral enclosure.
- Enhanced Matrix™ — Further stiffened bracing around the drivers for even lower unwanted cabinet noise.
- New Aluminum Top Plate — Increases structural rigidity at the top of the cabinet.
- Tuned Mass Damping — Implemented in the new aluminum base of all floorstanding models to control resonances more effectively.
- Signature-derived Components — Lower-distortion motor systems, improved crossover components, and higher-quality internal wiring drawn from the 800 Series Signature models.
- Aluminum Midrange Housing (804 D5) — Brings Turbine Head-like performance to a more conventional floorstander.
These advancements result in greater openness, higher resolution, improved dynamics, and a more believable three-dimensional soundstage.
Complete Model Lineup
The new 800 Series Diamond D5 consists of seven models:
- 801 D5 — €50,000 The flagship, setting a new benchmark for high-end loudspeakers.
- 802 D5 — €37,000 Exceptional performance in a slightly more accessible package.
- 803 D5 — €30,000 Compact floorstander with Turbine Head design.
- 804 D5 — €18,000 Discreet floorstander with new aluminum midrange housing.
- 805 D5 — €12,000 Compact two-way standmount loudspeaker.
- HTM81 D5 — €12,000 (each) Three-way center channel for 801/802 systems.
- HTM82 D5 — €10,000 (each) Three-way center channel for 803/804 systems.
Optional Stands:
- FS-805 D5 — €1,800
- FS-HTM D5 — €1,300 (each)
Availability
The new Bowers & Wilkins 800 Series Diamond D5 will be officially unveiled at HIGH END Vienna 2026 and will be available from September 9, 2026 through authorized Bowers & Wilkins dealers worldwide.
With the D5 generation, Bowers & Wilkins reaffirms its position at the absolute pinnacle of loudspeaker design, delivering the most refined, accurate, and emotionally compelling sound reproduction the brand has ever achieved.
