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Bowers & Wilkins 804 D4
Rs.1,285,420.50

KEF Reference 1 Meta
Rs.1,250,000.00
Brand
Bowers & Wilkins
KEF
Model No
804 D4
Reference 1 Meta
Wired / Wireless
Home Theatre Speaker Specification
Home Theatre Speaker Specification
Driver Type
Dynamic
Dynamic
 
Driver Diameter
25/460 mm
Uni-Q Driver Array
MF : 125 mm Aluminum Cone
HF : 25 mm Aluminum Dome With MAT
Bass Unit LF : 165 mm Aluminum Cone
Impedance
8 ohm
4 Ohms ( Min. 3.2 Ohms )
Sensitivity
89dB spl
85dB
Frequency Response
20 Hz - 35 kHz, 24 Hz - 28 kHz
Crossover Frequency : 450 Hz, 2.1 kHz
Frequency Response ( ±3dB ) 45Hz – 35KHz
Typical In-Room Bass Response ( -6dB ) : 30Hz
Frequency Range Free Field ( -6dB ) : Short Port : 40Hz -45KHz, Long Port : 37Hz - 45KHz
Harmonic Distortion 2nd & 3rd Harmonics ( 90dB, 1m ) : <0.5% 40Hz – 100KHz, <0.2% 200Hz – 2KHz, <0.1% 2kHz - 20KHz
Maximum Power Input
AC 100V-240 V / 50 Hz / 60 Hz
NA
Maximum Power Output
50 W - 200 W ( RMS )
50 - 200 W ( RMS )

Three-Way Bass Reflex
Signal to Noise Ratio
90 dB
111dB
 
Noise Cancelling
NA
Aux Connectivity
No
No
Weight
36.85 Kg
18.2 Kg
Dimensions
1071 mm X 391 mm X 306 mm
Speaker : 440 mm X 205 mm X 422 mm
Available Colors
Black, White, Grey, Brown
Black, White, Blue, Grey, Silver
Accessories
Bowers & Wilkins 804 D4 Speaker
KEF Reference 1 Meta Home Theatre Speaker
User Manual
Warranty Information
Other Features
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, Aerofoilâ„¢ Cone Bass Units, Flowport.
For listeners who crave the performance of an 800 Series Diamond tower speaker but prefer a more conventional aesthetic, the 804 D4 is the perfect choice. Its new cabinet and plinth make it our best-performing 804 yet.
804 D4 is perhaps more conventional in appearance than other floor-standers in the 800 Series Diamond range, but it’s every bit as sophisticated. Its new Reverse-Wrap cabinet is both a mechanical and acoustic revolution in its class, and its new plinth ensures rock-solid, accurate bass response too.
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.

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Key Differences

Support for technologies like Dolby Atmos and DTS enhances the depth and realism of sound. Both models are designed for movies, music, and gaming, delivering a cinematic experience at home. Connectivity features such as Bluetooth and HDMI ensure compatibility with a wide range of devices. Bowers & Wilkins 804 D4 and KEF Reference 1 Meta are powerful home theatre speaker systems designed to deliver immersive surround sound with modern audio technologies. Key differences lie in output power, channel setup, and feature support, which influence performance.

Verdict: Both systems are competitive, and the right option depends on your room size, usage, and feature requirements.

Top Differences

  • Bluetooth: na vs no
  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 35 kHz, 24 Hz - 28 kHz vs Crossover Frequency : 450 Hz, 2.1 kHz Frequency Response ( ±3dB ) 45Hz – 35KHz Typical In-Room Bass Response ( -6dB ) : 30Hz Frequency Range Free Field ( -6dB ) : Short Port : 40Hz -45KHz, Long Port : 37Hz - 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