B&W Matrix 801 Series 3 Studio Monitor Speakers (Pair) – Professionally Restored – 1-Year Warranty

Professionally Restored by HQaudios – Fully Tested – Backed by Our 1-Year Warranty.

Up for sale is a beautiful pair of Bowers & Wilkins Matrix 801 Series 3 studio monitor speakers, professionally inspected, serviced, and tested by HQaudios. The B&W Matrix 801 Series 3 is the legendary studio reference monitor used by EMI/Abbey Road and Deutsche Grammophon, featuring a Kevlar midrange, patented Matrix bracing, and a decoupled tweeter-on-top head.

This pair is ideal for buyers who appreciate authentic vintage audio, detailed presentation, quality build, and the peace of mind of purchasing from a trusted restoration-focused seller.

Key Highlights

• Matched pair of B&W Matrix 801 Series 3 studio monitors
• 300 mm (12″) Cobex-cone bass driver
• 126 mm (5″) Kevlar-cone midrange in a decoupled head
• 25 mm (1″) metal-dome tweeter
• Patented Matrix honeycomb bracing; 32 Hz – 20 kHz
• Professionally inspected, serviced, and fully tested by HQaudios
• Backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Warranty

Sound Character

The Matrix 801 S3 is renowned for its neutral, authoritative, and deeply revealing sound: a powerful 12″ bass driver, a detailed Kevlar midrange in its own decoupled enclosure, and an airy metal-dome treble. A true reference monitor.

Cosmetic Condition

This pair is in Excellent restored vintage cosmetic condition. The cabinets, drivers, controls, badges, labels, and terminals are shown clearly in the photos.

As with most vintage audio equipment, there may be normal signs of age and previous use, including small marks, light scratches, or minor finish wear as shown. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.

Technical Condition

These speakers have been professionally inspected and tested by HQaudios technicians under real listening conditions.

Service / inspection may include:

• All drivers tested for proper operation
• Crossover network inspected
• Level controls checked and treated (if equipped)
• Input terminals checked and cleaned
• Cabinet structure and driver surrounds inspected
• Grilles and badges inspected
• Real-world listening test completed
• Final quality check before shipment

After inspection and testing, these speakers perform properly and are ready to enjoy.

Specifications

Note: Specifications are provided from published manufacturer and reference documentation for the B&W Matrix 801 Series 3 and should be verified using the rear labels or original manual when exact figures are critical.

Suggested Pairing

As a demanding load (8 ohm nominal, 4 ohm minimum), the 801 S3 rewards a powerful, stable amplifier rated 50–300 W into 8 ohms.

Video Test & Sound Demo

Please contact us through our store contact page if you would like to hear a video test of this pair before ordering. We are happy to provide additional video, sound demo, or photos upon request.

Trade-In Program

Do you have vintage audio equipment that you would like to trade in? We may accept receivers, amplifiers, speakers, cassette decks, reel-to-reel decks, turntables, and other classic audio gear. Please contact us with photos and details.

Shipping & Packaging

We understand that vintage speakers require careful handling. This pair will be professionally packed with strong protection to help ensure safe delivery.

• Careful protective wrapping
• Strong boxing and internal cushioning
• Extra protection for cabinet corners and driver areas
• Tracking information provided after shipment
• Freight shipping may be used for heavy items

1-Year HQaudios Warranty

This item is backed by our 1-Year HQaudios Warranty covering proper functional operation under normal home use.

Warranty does not cover misuse, physical damage, unauthorized repair, damage caused by incorrect connection, improper matching, or shipping damage after delivery.

HQaudios – Vintage Audio Restored with Care.
Professionally Restored – Fully Tested – Carefully Packed – 1-Year Warranty.