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Bowers & Wilkins MATRIX 801 Series 3 User Manual

Matrix, 801 series 3, Floor-standing loudspeaker system product summary

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MATRIX

801 Series 3

Floor-standing loudspeaker system

Product Summary

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.

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.

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.