Bowers Wilkins
ActiveOverview
Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) is a British company founded in 1966 that produces consumer and professional loudspeakers and headphones.1 Acquired by Sound United in 2020, it offers products including wireless speakers, soundbars, high-end studio monitors, floorstanding speakers, and headphones for various markets.12
History
Founded in 1966 by John Bowers in Worthing, West Sussex, England.12 The company expanded into high-fidelity audio, with its 800 Series Diamond range used in studios like Abbey Road and Skywalker Sound.2 Acquired by Sound United in October 2020.1
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| 800 Series Diamond (flagship floorstanding speakers) | audiophile-grade studio monitors | $10,000 - $40,000 |
| Formation Series (wireless speakers) | high-end wireless multi-room audio | $800 - $4,000 |
| Zeppelin (wireless speaker) | premium all-in-one streaming speaker | $800 - $1,000 |
| PX Series (wireless headphones) | high-end noise-cancelling headphones | $400 - $700 |
| Pi Series (true wireless earbuds) | premium wireless earbuds | $150 - $400 |
| Soundbar Series (TV soundbars) | high-performance home theater soundbars | $800 - $2,000 |
Manufacturing
Products are designed in the United Kingdom with a focus on engineering and research.3 Manufacturing details are not specified in available sources, but the company emphasizes in-house development of audio technology.
Notable Products
- 800 Series Diamond - Flagship speaker line used in professional studios like Abbey Road.
- Zeppelin - Iconic wireless speaker combining streaming and high-fidelity sound.
- PX8 - Over-ear wireless headphones with advanced noise cancellation.
- Formation Duo - Wireless floorstanding speakers for multi-room audio systems.
- Panorama 3 - Dolby Atmos-enabled soundbar for home theater.
Reputation
Enthusiasts and professionals regard Bowers & Wilkins for its acoustic precision and use in high-profile studios.2 Strengths include innovative materials and faithful sound reproduction; criticisms may involve high pricing relative to competitors.
Sources (6)
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bowers_&_Wilkins
- https://brentview.com/audio/about-bowers-wilkins/
- https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-us/about-us.html
- https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-us/our-story.html
- https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-us/our-story/everything-we-are.html
- https://native.com/work/bowers-and-wilkins