[Bowers & Wilkins New Product] 60 Years in the Making: 800 Series Diamond D5

The new D5 series introduces numerous new technologies and design refinements to further solidify its position as the world's most acclaimed iconic high-end loudspeaker series.

60 years in the making: This new series, the culmination of 60 years, is the ultimate embodiment of founder John Bowers' 'True Sound' philosophy. Like all other Bowers & Wilkins loudspeakers, it is designed to reproduce recorded music as faithfully as possible to the artist's intent.

The new 800 Series Diamond D5 introduces a wide range of acoustic, mechanical, and electrical improvements aimed at elevating the category-defining performance already established by the previous series to new heights.

Clad in four sophisticated new finishes – Stealth Black, Warm White, Light Walnut, and Dark Walnut – it embodies breathtakingly luxurious and lustrous aesthetics.

Orders for the 800 D5 series in Japan are scheduled to begin in autumn 2026. The official order start date, shipping period, and suggested retail prices will be announced once confirmed.

With the launch of the new series, production of the existing 800 D4 series, including the 801 D4 Signature and 805 D4 Signature, has already ended at the Worthing factory in the UK. While shipments of existing stock to Japan are expected until around autumn this year, some models and finishes are expected to sell out early, so early consideration is recommended.

For inventory status of the 800 D4 series, including Signature models, please contact your nearest Bowers & Wilkins dealer.

Bowers & Wilkins, a globally renowned British high-end audio brand celebrating its 60th anniversary, announces the all-new flagship loudspeaker '800 D5 Series'. The 5th generation 800 Series Diamond, which continues to feature the iconic diamond dome tweeter known worldwide as the symbol of the series, introduces numerous new technologies and design refinements to further solidify its position as the world's most acclaimed high-end loudspeaker series.

The new 800 Series Diamond, the culmination of 60 years, is the result of decades of exceptional engineering and relentless experimentation and refinement. From its iconic design where science shapes art to the latest achievements of Bowers & Wilkins' most advanced audio engineering, this is the most advanced loudspeaker series we have ever created, the ultimate embodiment of John Bowers' 'True Sound' philosophy. Designed to reproduce recorded music as faithfully as possible to the artist's intent, like all other Bowers & Wilkins loudspeakers, the new 800 D5 series will equally captivate discerning Hi-Fi enthusiasts and music industry professionals seeking the most realistic sound possible.

The new 800 Series Diamond consists of 7 models. The lineup includes the 2-way stand-mount speaker '805 D5', the 3-way floor-standing speakers '804 D5', '803 D5', '802 D5', and the series flagship '801 D5'. For home theater, two high-performance center channel speakers, 'HTM81 D5' and 'HTM82 D5', complete the system.

A Refined Icon

The latest generation 800 Series Diamond is the ultimate expression of our relentless pursuit of the perfect loudspeaker.

The 800 Series Diamond fuses acoustic and mechanical excellence with elegant and purposeful design. Its stunning detail and luxurious finishes are the result of the highest level of craftsmanship. In a design where everything exists for a reason, it is the details that truly matter.

Throughout the series, the 800 Series Diamond exudes overwhelming luxury and lustrous beauty. From the new top plate, spine, and plinth to the refined drive unit pod, tweeter body, trim rings, and grille, the optimized design details are further accentuated by all-new finishes and upgraded, more durable paintwork. As always, every 800 Series Diamond loudspeaker is honed by our unwavering determination to create better products and meticulously crafted by the team in Worthing, UK. The result is an unprecedented level of finish befitting Bowers & Wilkins' flagship loudspeaker.

All finishes for the new series have been refreshed from the previous 800 D4 series. In the 800 D5 series, Satin Rosewood is replaced by 'Dark Walnut', inspired by the limited edition '801 Abbey Road Limited Edition'. Dark metal detailing and Connolly black leather trim harmonize beautifully, presenting a new definition of sophisticated modern luxury. A new 'Stealth Black' finish has also been added. Combined with dark metal detailing, it creates a more cohesive aesthetic across the dark-toned cabinet and various materials. The lineup also includes 'Warm White', evolved from the previous generation's white model. It features a warmer, more modern tone accented with champagne-colored details. The new 'Light Walnut', which also uses champagne-colored metal details and a turbine head assembly painted to match the body color, completes the attractive color range. The DB series subwoofers (in black and white finishes) will also be updated to the new 'Stealth Black' and 'Warm White' finishes to better match the speakers.

In addition to these new finishes, the new D5 series implements stricter manufacturing tolerances to further enhance the already highly regarded texture. By minimizing seams between parts, concealing fasteners, and significantly reducing panel gaps, a more