BOWERS & WILKINS DM16

Pre owned. In fair condition. They show several signs of wear. Original packaging not included.

The Bowers & Wilkins DM16 is a floorstanding loudspeaker developed during the transition period between the late 1970s and early 1980s, belonging to the historic production of the British brand. The model represents one of B&W’s interpretations of that era’s design philosophy, focused on creating loudspeakers capable of combining tonal balance, accurate reproduction, and an aesthetic suitable for domestic environments.

The DM16 project is based on a configuration designed to provide natural and controlled sound reproduction, with particular attention to coherence between the different frequency ranges. The loudspeaker offers a balanced sonic presentation, with a well-defined midrange, extended high frequencies, and a low-frequency section designed to provide body and depth without becoming excessive.

The construction follows the typical design principles adopted by Bowers & Wilkins at the time, with a cabinet engineered to provide good structural rigidity and reduce unwanted vibrations. The cabinet proportions and driver arrangement contribute to uniform sound dispersion, making the DM16 suitable for different listening environments.

The model is aimed both at Hi-Fi enthusiasts looking for a classic loudspeaker with a musical character and at collectors interested in products that marked the evolution of the Bowers & Wilkins brand. Its sonic signature favors a smooth and natural listening experience while maintaining good detail retrieval and a balanced soundstage.

The Bowers & Wilkins DM16 represents a piece of British Hi-Fi history, combining a design approach focused on musical reproduction quality with a classic aesthetic that remains recognizable among vintage loudspeakers.

Technical specifications:

• Driver configuration: 1 × 26 mm tweeter with polyester woven dome; 26 mm diameter high-temperature voice coil; 1 × 100 mm midrange driver with polymide fiber matrix cone; 1 × 220 mm bass driver
• Frequency response: 65 Hz – 20 kHz ±2 dB (free-field)
• Sensitivity: 87 dB SPL (2.83 V / 1 m)
• Nominal impedance: 8 Ohms
• Overload protection: 15 W APOC (Automatic Overload Protection Circuit)
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 950 × 335 × 310/415 mm
• Weight: 35 kg