The new Zeppelin Pro Edition builds on the iconic shape of the existing Zeppelin, last updated in 2021, adding some subtle but effective upgrades to the smart design that only add to its already considerable appeal. This includes two all-new finishes – Solar Gold and Space Grey – together with a revised downlight that now offers user-selectable choice over 15 separate colors, each with brightness adjustment options.
As with all previous Zeppelin speakers, the new Zeppelin Pro Edition is a complete and powerful music system in one elegant enclosure. The key to its improved performance is the upgrade with titanium dome tweeters – as found in the latest generation of the Bowers & Wilkins 600 Series loudspeakers – which are mounted at the far edges of the enclosure and are fully isolated from vibrations running through the cabinet generated by other, larger drive units.
The new tweeters are paired with 90mm midrange drivers using Bowers & Wilkins proprietary Fixed Suspension Transducer (FST) technology – as used in all the company’s premium floor-standing speakers. These drivers have been upgraded with increased cone damping, reducing the effects of cone break-up leading to a more open midrange sound. Along with revised DSP tuning designed to make the most of the potential of these new drivers, the result is described by Bowers & Wilkins as “an even more revealing, room-filling sound.”
Finally, a 150mm subwoofer is on hand to add deep, detailed and refined bass to the open, high-resolution sound of the combined system. Mounted centrally at the heart of the Zeppelin Pro Edition’s structure, its design is carefully optimized to avoid unwanted ‘rocking’ of the cabinet as it operates, resulting in a cleaner-sounding and more agile bass delivery.
The Zeppelin Pro Edition also has multiroom functionality built-in, allowing wireless connectivity with other new Zeppelins or a multiroom system based on Bowers & Wilkins’ own Formation range of high-resolution wireless speakers. Able to stream via AirPlay2, Bluetooth aptX Adaptive and Spotify Connect, the Zeppelin also gives users access to all the music streaming services available from the Bowers & Wilkins Music app, including Deezer, Last.fm, Qobuz, TIDAL, TuneIn and many more. This also means seamless interaction with Bowers & Wilkins’ range of wireless headphones or earbuds, which can also be controlled by the same Music app.
The upgraded Zeppelin Pro Edition is available for $799 USD, now in Space Grey or Solar Gold.
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