{"product_id":"bowers-wilkins-b-w-nautilus-805-speakers-cherry-finish-w-stands","title":"Bowers \u0026 Wilkins Nautilus 805 Speakers - Cherry Finish","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe B\u0026amp;W Nautilus 805's are exceptional stand-mount\/bookshelf speakers and represent the very best B\u0026amp;W has offered in this form factor - ideal for smaller listening rooms. A new current version pair would retail for around $10,000, and that’s before factoring in the stands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs part of B\u0026amp;W’s 800 Series, the Nautilus 805 incorporates the company’s hallmark technologies. Highlights include woven Kevlar mid\/bass drivers, a dimpled bass Flowport designed to reduce air turbulence, and B\u0026amp;W’s renowned Matrix cabinet construction for superior rigidity and clarity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s also worth noting that this particular pair was manufactured during the early years of the Nautilus range. Early models like these do not feature B\u0026amp;W’s later diamond tweeter, resulting in a slightly less bright, more relaxed presentation compared to newer versions - a trait many listeners actually prefer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis matching pair is in excellent condition overall. They will include their original steel stands for an additional $600 if you select that option in this listing during purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are also \"Red Cherry\" variants, probably the most beautiful finish available for this speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original boxes are also  included and will ensure safe transit. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkyFi Cosmetic Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery light marks on the veneer as shown in the listing photos. Overall excellent shape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand Background:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellence, uncompromised, and uncompromising. The world’s most famous recording studios demand Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins 800 Series loudspeakers, for no other reason than they represent the pinnacle of sonic supremacy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOwnership:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSecond Owner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eConnections:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 Way binding Posts, Bi Wireable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral Sound:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmooth, uncolored, undistorted natural and clean\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCosmetic Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8\/10 = Very Good. Excellent front faceplate, one minor flaw on chassis side or top. See our detailed rating description \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skyfiaudio.com\/pages\/our-rating-scale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorking Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorking perfectly and tested in our lab and listening room.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnit and box\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePacking:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Manufacturers Packing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003etwo-way, stand-mounted, reflex-loaded dynamic loudspeaker\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDrive-units per Speaker:\u003cbr\u003eOne 1\" (25mm) metal-dome cooled tweeter\u003cbr\u003eOne 6.5\" (165mm) woven-Kevlar bass\/midrange cone with 1.24\" (32mm) voice-coil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrossover frequency:\u003cbr\u003e3 kHz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrossover slopes:\u003cbr\u003eThird-order Butterworth alignment with 49Hz cutoff\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrequency response:\u003cbr\u003e49 Hz - 22 kHz, ±3dB\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSensitivity:\u003cbr\u003e88 dB\/W\/m (2.83V)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNominal impedance:\u003cbr\u003e8 ohms (minimum: 4.6 ohms)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmplifier requirements:\u003cbr\u003e50W minimum, 120W maximum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaximum recommended cable impedance:\u003cbr\u003e0.2 ohms\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinishes:\u003cbr\u003eCherrywood, red-stained cherrywood, black ash\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer:\u003cbr\u003eB\u0026amp;W Loudspeakers Ltd., Meadow Road, Worthing BN11 2RX, England, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e16.3\" (415mm) H by 9.4\" (238mm) W by 13.5\" (344mm) D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e20 lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Cables:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Kimber Kable - 8TC Ascent Series Speaker Cables - SkyFi Audio\" href=\"https:\/\/skyfiaudio.com\/products\/kimber-kable-8tc-8-tc-ascent-speaker-cables-pair-new\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKimber Kable - Speaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e - Good\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Kimber Kable - MONOCLE XL Summit Series Speaker Cables - SkyFi Audio\" href=\"https:\/\/skyfiaudio.com\/collections\/our-kimber-kable-collection\/products\/kimber-kable-monocle-xl-speaker-cables-pair-new\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKimber Kable - Speaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e - Better\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Kimber Kable - BiFocal XL Summit Series Bi-Wire Speaker Cables - SkyFi Audio\" href=\"https:\/\/skyfiaudio.com\/collections\/our-kimber-kable-collection\/products\/kimber-kable-bifocal-xl-speaker-cables-bi-wire-pair-new\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKimber Kable - Bi-Wire Speaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e - Best\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTesting Process:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur speaker evaluation process starts with a visual inspection of all drivers. We are looking for damaged or deteriorating woofer surrounds, dented tweeter domes, and cone damage. We also inspect the speaker connection points for loose or broken connectors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the initial visual inspection we connect the speakers to a reference amplifier with our preferred test tracks. With the speakers placed with proper distance we listen to each driver to make sure that they are producing the intended frequencies with no signs of distortion or rattle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring listening tests with test tracks we check for proper stereo imaging and bass response at various listening levels. If there are any audible signs of issues, the speakers are taken to the bench where we perform a frequency sweep to isolate the issue so that it can be resolved by component repair or replacement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur subwoofer evaluation process starts with a visual inspection of all drivers. We are looking for damaged or deteriorating woofer surrounds, cone damage, or rubbing voice coils. We also inspect the input connections for damage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the initial visual inspection we connect the sub at our bench and perform a sine wave sweep from about 200 Hz down to around 10 Hz. During this sweep we are listening for excessive rattle or other signs of improper function.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the sweep passes we then increase the input level to evaluate how the woofer performs at high output levels. If the woofer has built-in crossover adjustments or multiple connection options these features are tested at this time. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe complete the subwoofer evaluation by feeding the unit with an audio signal in conjunction with our house music system to see how it responds to low frequency content in real world conditions while paired with a full range system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bowers \u0026 Wilkins","offers":[{"title":"Speakers Only - No Stands Included","offer_id":48160695779582,"sku":"107509","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Add Original B\u0026Wl Stands","offer_id":48160695812350,"sku":"107510","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/3275\/9084\/files\/bowers-wilkins-nautilus-805-speakers-cherry-finish-713.jpg?v=1778273822","url":"https:\/\/skyfiaudio.com\/products\/bowers-wilkins-b-w-nautilus-805-speakers-cherry-finish-w-stands","provider":"SkyFi Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}