B&W HTM81 D4 Reference Centre Channel Speaker

Name: B&W HTM81 D4 Reference Centre Channel Speaker
Brand: B&W
SKU: HTM81 D4-Satin White
Price: 12000.0 CAD
Availability: InStock

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B&W' largest centre-channel speaker is designed to partner the 801 D4 and 802 D4. A powerful performer, it has both the scale and the midrange extension to perfectly match the quality of its illustrious stablemates. Available with an optional matching floor stand for the perfect installation.

HTM81 D4 mounts two Aerofoil bass cones in twin solid aluminium bass pods, each of which is clamped into an aluminium plate fixed to the stiffest part of its curved cabinet. Formed as single pieces of metal, these stiff structures provide the perfect mechanical location for those powerful bass cones.

Innovation is at the heart of everything B&W does. They question, they examine, they understand and then they evolve. They use computer modelling to explore and reimagine every aspect of loudspeaker design.

Diamond Dome Tweeter: Reproduces high frequencies with unmatched precision and smoothness, enhancing dialogue clarity.
Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top: Machined from a single block of aluminum, this decoupled housing minimizes resonance and disperses high frequencies with openness and air.
Continuum™ Cone FST™ Midrange Driver: Ensures lifelike vocal performance and accurate midrange reproduction.
Biomimetic Suspension: Replaces the traditional fabric spider to minimize air pressure and coloration, revealing the finest midrange details.
Twin Aerofoil™ Bass Drivers: Lightweight yet rigid carbon-fiber/foam-core drivers deliver deep, punchy bass with exceptional control.
Aluminium Bass Pods: Precision-formed metal pods anchor the bass drivers to the cabinet’s most rigid point, enhancing low-end response.
Matrix™ Internal Bracing: Interlocking internal bracing reduces resonance and ensures a cleaner, more believable soundstage.
Anti-Resonance Plug: Integrated into the bass drivers to suppress distortion and enhance low-frequency articulation.
Flowport™ Technology: Rear-firing port design reduces air turbulence, improving bass clarity and efficiency at high volumes.
Reference-Grade Integration: Acoustically and aesthetically matched to the 801 D4 and 802 D4 for seamless home theatre performance.

*Stand Not Included

Bowers & Wilkins is a British company that specializes in high-end audio equipment, including loudspeakers, headphones, and wireless speakers. The company was founded in 1966 in Worthing, England, and has since become a well-known brand in the audio industry, known for its innovative designs and high-quality sound. Bowers & Wilkins' products are used in a variety of settings, from home entertainment systems to professional recording studios. The company's loudspeakers have been used in some of the world's most famous recording studios, including Abbey Road Studios in London and Skywalker Sound in California.

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What makes the HTM81 D4 a reference-level centre speaker?

The HTM81 D4 uses the same high-end technologies as B&W’s flagship 801 D4 and 802 D4, including the Diamond tweeter, Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top, and dual Aerofoil bass drivers. It delivers the scale, dynamics, and precision needed to anchor a high-end home theatre system.

What speakers should I pair with the HTM81 D4?

It is designed to match perfectly with the 801 D4 and 802 D4 in terms of acoustic signature, output scale, and finish—ensuring seamless integration across the front soundstage.

Do I need a stand for this speaker?

Yes, for optimal performance, we recommend pairing this speaker with dedicated speaker stands (sold separately) to ensure proper height, stability, and sound dispersion.

Is the Solid Body Tweeter-on-Top just a design element?

Not at all. It's precision-milled from a single block of aluminum to drastically reduce resonance and optimize high-frequency dispersion, resulting in a more open, airy sound.

A closeup on a B&W HTM81 D4 Reference Centre Channel speaker in satin white finish.

At the centre of it all

The centre-channel speaker is arguably the most important in home theatre – and the HTM81 D4 has an enviable array of advanced technologies to reinforce that point, including Solid Body tweeter-on-top, a decoupled Continuum™ Cone midrange drive unit and twin 200mm (8-in) Aerofoil™ bass cones.

Aerofoil bass cone

Our Aerofoil bass cone technology remains an outstanding solution to the conundrum of combining low mass and high stiffness in bass cones, thanks to its carbon-fibre skin and variable-profile foam core. Now, we have added the foam Anti-Resonance Plug for lower distortion and even cleaner bass.

Diamond dome tweeter

One of our most significant accomplishments over the past two decades, the ultra-stiff, supremely accurate Diamond dome tweeter is the perfect combination of low mass, exceptional stiffness and outstanding accuracy. 15 years after we introduced it, we haven’t found a better tweeter dome technology.

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