B&W DM302 Prism Bookshelf Speakers Made in England

B&W DM302 Prism Bookshelf Speakers Made in England

Compact British-made B&W DM302 bookshelf speakers featuring the innovative Prism internal cabinet system for cleaner, more controlled sound.

The B&W DM302 is a two-way, reflex-loaded standmount loudspeaker developed as part of B&W’s affordable line in the late 1990s, but with engineering trickled down from their more ambitious designs. These speakers earned strong reviews for their balanced, natural sound and surprising bass performance given their modest size. They incorporate B&W’s Prism system: the rear baffle’s inner surface is formed into an array of tapered plastic wedges that break up internal standing waves, much like the wedges in an anechoic chamber. This treatment reduces internal resonances and helps improve bass definition and perceived speed. From the outside, the rear panel appears as a honeycomb of rectangular recesses, giving the DM302 a distinctive “waffle” rear profile.

With a 1-inch soft-dome tweeter and a 5-inch pulp-cone bass/midrange driver in a front-vented enclosure, the DM302 delivers an easygoing, musical presentation well suited to both nearfield use and small-to-medium listening rooms. They work equally well as main speakers in a compact stereo system or as high-quality front or surround channels in a home theater setup. For listeners stepping up from generic “big box” speakers, the DM302 offers a taste of true hi-fi, with better imaging, more natural tonality, and a more coherent soundstage.

Description and Key Specifications:

Type: Two-way, reflex-loaded, stand-mounted loudspeaker

Drive units: 1 x 1-inch (26 mm) soft-dome tweeter, 1 x 5-inch (130 mm) pulp-cone bass/midrange driver

Crossover frequency: 3 kHz

Frequency response: 72 Hz – 20 kHz (±3 dB)

Sensitivity: 91 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)

Nominal impedance: 8 ohms (3.2 ohms minimum)

Recommended amplifier power: 25 – 100 watts continuous

Special features: B&W Prism internal cabinet system to reduce standing waves and improve bass clarity

Condition: Excellent overall condition, fully functional

Dimensions: (Height x Width x Depth) 321 x 184 x 222 mm (12.6 x 7.25 x 8.75 inches)

Weight: 4.1 kg (9 lbs) each

Compact and easy to place, these DM302 Prism speakers are ideal as monitors on stands or shelves, offering an impressively large soundstage, clear midrange, and well-controlled bass for their size. They partner well with a wide variety of integrated amplifiers and receivers and are efficient enough to perform well even with modest power.

Made in England, these B&W DM302 Prism bookshelf speakers represent an excellent opportunity to own classic British-designed monitors that still stand out for their musicality and smart engineering.

Backed by Radique Audio’s 90-day warranty and our perpetual trade-back policy, you can purchase with confidence; asking $295.