Bowers & Wilkins DM550 User Manual

DM550
Stand-mount/Bookshelf loudspeaker system
Product Summary
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The tailored two-way closed box design incorporates a 6in bass/midrange driver with a
large magnet assembly thrusting high pressure sound reproduced to precise limits dictated by
the dimensions of small enclosure.
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A one piece moulding has been used to strengthen the cabinet rigidity between drivers and
front baffle. The metal-domed high frequency unit dictated by CAD allows the simplest of
crossovers to be used. All of which increases cost-effectiveness without impairing linearity.
Technical highlights
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B&W's Tweeter technology ensures that the sound remains focused and time sensitive and
that the stereo image is presented with unparalleled three dimensional accuracy.
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The cabinets feature a specially designed high density front baffle which achieves almost
Matrix-like stability in strengthening overall enclosure construction. The bevel edges of the front
moulding reduce diffraction and improve dispersion.
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The crossover components use heavy gauge wire throughout and new drivers guarantee not
only high reliability but ensure that top specifications are met.
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Drive Units
Frequency Response
1 x 26mm high-frequency with
aluminium dome, One 26mm coil on
aluminium former, wound with polymide
resin and heat cured
1 x 160mm bass/midrange with
composite short fibre, 26mm coil on
high temperature former, wound with
polymide resin and heat cured
75Hz – 20kHz ± 2.5dB on reference
axis
Sensitivity
Nominal Impedance
Power Handling
Dimensions
Finish
87dB spl(2.83V 1m)
8 ohms
10W – 75W into 8 ohms on
unclipped programme
Height: 352mm Width: 204mm
Depth: 243mm
Black ash or walnut vinyl

Bowers & Wilkins DM550 Specifications

General

Brand	Bowers & Wilkins
Model	DM550
Category	Speaker System
Language	English

Summary

Product Summary

Two-Way Closed Box Design

Features a 6-inch bass/midrange driver with a large magnet for high-pressure sound reproduction within small enclosure limits.

One-Piece Moulding Construction

Strengthens cabinet rigidity between drivers and front baffle, allowing simpler crossovers for cost-effectiveness and linearity.

Technical Highlights

B&W Tweeter Technology

Ensures focused, time-sensitive sound and unparalleled three-dimensional stereo imaging accuracy.

High-Density Front Baffle

Provides Matrix-like stability, strengthening enclosure construction and improving dispersion via bevelled edges.

Crossover Component Quality

Utilizes heavy gauge wire and new drivers for high reliability and adherence to top specifications.

Speaker Specifications

Drive Units

Details the 26mm high-frequency unit with aluminium dome and the 160mm bass/midrange unit with composite short fibre.

Frequency Response

Specified as 75Hz - 20kHz ± 2.5dB on reference axis.

Sensitivity

Rated at 87dB spl (2.83V 1m).

Nominal Impedance

Stated as 8 ohms.

Power Handling

Ranges from 10W to 75W into 8 ohms on unclipped programme.

Dimensions

Height: 352mm, Width: 204mm, Depth: 243mm.

Finish Options

Available in Black ash or walnut vinyl.