Condition: This B-grade merchandise comes directly from the manufacturer and consists of returned units that have been thoroughly tested by the manufacturer and refurbished for a second life. All testing and quality control are performed exclusively by the manufacturer to ensure high standards of sound quality and mechanical reliability. Each unit is cleaned and inspected and may show minor cosmetic signs of use that do not affect its functionality.
Bowers & Wilkins DB1D – High-End Active Subwoofer
Condition: This B-stock unit comes directly from the manufacturer and consists of returned units that have been thoroughly inspected and refurbished by the manufacturer for a second life. All tests and quality checks are carried out exclusively by the manufacturer itself, to ensure the high standards of sound quality and mechanical reliability. Each unit is cleaned, inspected, and may show minor cosmetic marks that do not affect its function.
A new benchmark in bass
The DB1D is Bowers & Wilkins' new flagship subwoofer and marks the current high point of bass development from the British heritage manufacturer. Designed as the perfect sonic partner for the acclaimed 800 Series Diamond speakers, it combines uncompromising power with the precision Bowers & Wilkins has long been known for — setting a new benchmark for what a high-end subwoofer can achieve today.
Two Aerofoil drivers in perfect balance
At the heart of the DB1D are two 12-inch Aerofoil drivers, arranged in a balanced, opposing configuration. This particular construction is no coincidence: because both drivers move in sync but in opposite directions, the vibrations generated within the cabinet cancel each other out. The result is bass that isn't lost to uncontrolled resonance, but instead channels all its energy directly into the room — deep, powerful, and remarkably well-defined. The Aerofoil cones themselves are a proprietary Bowers & Wilkins development: their wall thickness varies across the surface, making them exceptionally rigid yet lightweight. This enables extremely fast, impulse-accurate bass reproduction that renders even complex musical passages and dynamic film scenes without delay or smearing.
2000 watts of concentrated power
The two drivers are powered by a 2000-watt Class D amplifier from Hypex. This amplifier output is no mere number for its own sake — it delivers enormous power reserves that never falter, even at high volumes and with the most demanding film content. At the same time, the digital amplifier technology operates highly efficiently and stays pleasantly cool even under full load — a benefit that shows both in energy consumption and in the system's long-term durability.
Intelligent sound adaptation through digital signal processing
To ensure this concentrated power performs at its best in any listening room, Bowers & Wilkins has equipped the DB1D with intelligent digital signal processing. A built-in digital preamplifier with Dynamic EQ automatically adjusts the sound character to the listening situation, so the bass stays full and balanced even at lower volumes, rather than sounding thin or imprecise. This is complemented by an automatic Room EQ system that detects and corrects the room's acoustic characteristics — without any additional measurement equipment.
App-based setup — simple and precise
Control and setup are handled by the dedicated Bowers & Wilkins Subwoofer App for iOS and Android. Using the smartphone's microphone, it performs automatic room correction, helps find the optimal placement for the subwoofer in the room, and allows fine-tuning of crossover frequency, level, and tonal balance. What often requires laborious manual work with external measurement equipment on many high-end subwoofers takes just a few minutes with the DB1D — intuitive, precise, and requiring no prior expertise.
Beautifully designed for demanding spaces
The DB1D stays true to form on the outside as well: its ultra-rigid, heavily damped cabinet is not only acoustically well thought-out but also blends unobtrusively into sophisticated living and listening spaces thanks to its clean, understated design language and high-quality build. As a result, the DB1D becomes far more than just a powerhouse for low frequencies — it's an audiophile statement, designed equally for music lovers and home cinema enthusiasts who accept nothing less than the best.
Manufacturer/EU Responsible Person:
Company name
D&M Germany GmbH
Address
Poensgenstraße 7, 41334 Nettetal-Kaldenkirchen
Phone
00494921571208-0
