Bowers & Wilkins MATRIX 801 Series 3 Specifications

MATRIX™801 Series 3

Floor-standing loudspeaker system

Product Summary

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The Matrix 801 features a system that delivers the demanding range of frequency and
dynamic responses required in a studio environment. Launched in 1979, it quickly
established itself as the definitive studio reference monitor - with more than 80% of the
classical recordings monitored through the Matrix 801.

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To deliver low frequency acoustic output, the bass driver must disperse a significant amount of
air. The Matrix 801 has a highly linear, high efficiency motor system which delivers the long
throw and symmetrical field required to produce an outstanding low frequency response. As a
home Hi-Fi Monitor it is without equal.

Technical highlights

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Description
Drive Units

Frequency Response
Sensitivity
Nominal Impedance

3 way vented-box system
1 x 25mm metal dome - high frequency
1 x 126mm Kevlar®- midrange
1 x 300mm Cobex®- bass
32Hz – 20kHz ± 3dB on reference axis
87dB spl(2.83V 1m)
8 ohms (minimum 4 ohms)

Power Handling

Dimensions

Finish

50W – 300W into 8 ohms on
unclipped programme
Height: 1008mm Width: 432mm
Depth: 560mm
Black Ash, Walnut, Rosewood.
Grille: Black Cloth

Kevlar®: B&W developed and patented the method of using Kevlar® for
loudspeaker cones to reduce unwanted standing waves. DuPont originally
created Kevlar® for use in bulletproof vests.

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Tweeter on top: B&W's Tweeter on top technology ensures that the sound
remains focused and time-sensitive and that the stereo-image is presented
with unparalleled three dimensional accuracy.

Matrix: The basic construction of nearly all loudspeakers is exactly the same ­panels of wood-based materials, bonded to form a rectangular box. B&W
studied and evaluated how each aspect of cabinet behaviour and the
efficiency of various materials and construction methods affects sound.