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When it comes to wireless speakers, there are only a handful I would call truly iconic, and the storied Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin is one. If you're a fan of the brand, you will be happy to hear that the company has updated its speaker to what is now called the Zeppelin Pro.
The $799 Zeppelin Pro has the same stereo design as before, upgraded with titanium dome tweeters at each end, paired with 90mm FST midrange drivers. The middle of the unit features a 150mm "subwoofer" mounted to reduce vibration and physical movement of the cabinet.
The cabinet is 8.3 inches high by 25.6 inches wide by 7.6 inches deep, and weighs a hefty 14.6 pounds (6.6 kg). The speaker comes in two new finishes – solar gold and space gray – together with a revised, dimmable downlight with a choice of 15 separate colors.
The speaker offers plenty of connection options, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It also supports the company's own Formation system, plus AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect.
The Zeppelin helped create the high-end wireless speaker category, and B&W now has a lot more competition than when it debuted, though the speaker's distinctive looks and "all-in-one" sound should help it stand above the pack.