| Brand | KEF | Bowers & Wilkins | | Model No | Reference 5 Meta | 803 D4 | | Wired / Wireless | Home Theatre Speaker Specification | Home Theatre Speaker Specification | | Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic | | | | Driver Diameter | Uni-Q Driver Array
MF : 125 mm Aluminum Cone
HF : 25 mm Aluminum Dome With MAT
Bass Unit LF : 4 X 165 mm Aluminum Cone | 25/490 mm | | Impedance | 4 Ohms ( Min. 3.2 Ohms ) | 8 ohm | | Sensitivity | 88dB | 90dB spl | | Frequency Response | Crossover Frequency : 450 Hz, 2.1 kHz
Frequency Response ( ±3dB ) 40Hz – 35KHz
Typical In-Room Bass Response ( -6dB ) : 25Hz
Frequency Range Free Field ( -6dB ) : Short Port : 35Hz -45KHz, Long Port : 32Hz - 45KHz
Harmonic Distortion 2nd & 3rd Harmonics ( 90dB, 1m ) : <0.5% 40Hz – 100KHz, <0.2% 200Hz – 2KHz, <0.1% 2kHz - 20KHz | 16 Hz - 35 kHz, 19 Hz - 28 kHz | | Maximum Power Input | NA | AC 100V-240 V / 50 Hz / 60 Hz | | Maximum Power Output | 50 - 400 W ( RMS )
Three-Way Bass Reflex | 50 W - 500 W ( RMS ) | | Signal to Noise Ratio | 116dB | 90 dB | | | | Noise Cancelling | | NA | | Aux Connectivity | No | No | | Weight | 60.2 Kg | 62.15 Kg | | Dimensions | Speaker : 1350 mm X 205 mm X 462 mm
Terminal & Plinth : 1402 mm X 323 mm X 467 mm | 1165 mm X 511 mm X 357 mm | | Available Colors | Black, White, Blue, Grey, Silver | Black, White, Grey, Brown | | Accessories | KEF Reference 5 Meta Home Theatre Speaker
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Warranty Information | Bowers & Wilkins 803 D4 Speaker | | Other Features | Available in 5 finishes.
Optimised cabinet design for best acoustic performance.
Enhanced crossover design fine-tuned the signal path for maximum clarity.
The Reference Series Grille set for each model is available as separate item.
With mounting inserts to secure on KEF S-RF1 Floor Stand ( available as separate item ).
Bespoke 12th generation Uni-Q with MAT driver array for exceptional acoustic accuracy.
Metamaterial Absorption Technology eliminates 99% of high-frequency distortion for pure, natural sound.
Five Models : Reference 1 Meta, Reference 3 Meta, Reference 5 Meta, Reference 2 Meta, Reference 4 Meta. | 3-Way Vented-Box System.
5-Year warranty Valid from the date of purchase for passive loudspeakers.
Technical features - Diamond Tweeter, Solid Body Tweeter-On-Top, Continuumâ„¢ Cone FST, Matrixâ„¢, Anti-Resonance Plug, Biomimetic Suspension, Turbineâ„¢ Head, Aerofoilâ„¢ Cone Bass Units, Flowport.
Our most compact headed model brings all the technical advantages of a dedicated midrange enclosure - the Turbineâ„¢ Head, with its decoupled midrange cone - to a smaller footprint that's easily accommodated in any home.
803 D4 features all the most iconic ingredients in the 800 Series Diamond range including, of course, that famous headed enclosure. It is, however, smaller than its other siblings. Step up to the 802 D4, and you’ll get both larger 200mm (8-in) bass cones and a larger 150mm (6-in) midrange driver. |
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Modern connectivity options make these systems flexible for different setups and devices. Key differences lie in output power, channel setup, and feature support, which influence performance. Advanced sound technologies play a major role in delivering a more immersive audio experience. Both systems aim to provide room-filling sound suitable for various entertainment needs. If you're comparing Bowers & Wilkins 803 D4 and KEF Reference 5 Meta, both systems are built to enhance your home entertainment experience with strong audio output and advanced features. Verdict: Choosing between Bowers & Wilkins 803 D4 and KEF Reference 5 Meta depends on your need for immersive sound and advanced audio technologies. Top Differences- Bluetooth: na vs no
- Frequency Response: 16 Hz - 35 kHz, 19 Hz - 28 kHz vs Crossover Frequency : 450 Hz, 2.1 kHz
Frequency Response ( ±3dB ) 40Hz – 35KHz
Typical In-Room Bass Response ( -6dB ) : 25Hz
Frequency Range Free Field ( -6dB ) : Short Port : 35Hz -45KHz, Long Port : 32Hz - 45KHz
Harmonic Distortion 2nd & 3rd Harmonics ( 90dB, 1m ) : <0.5% 40Hz – 100KHz, <0.2% 200Hz – 2KHz, <0.1% 2kHz - 20KHz
- Subwoofer Size: 25 mm vs 125 mm
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