If the two references, Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren Edition and Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition are completely identical in substance, their shape changes. The last features the brand's emblematic orange color (present on the F1 team's cars) and the brand's original Speedy Kiwi logo, in reference to its creator Bruce McLaren, and used in Formula 1 from 1967 to 1980. Last precision, on sale exclusively in certain McLaren dealerships, this variation is limited to 60 examples.
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition, what developments?
To return to the background of the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren Edition and Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition, it should be noted that the latter benefit from some new features compared to the 2021 vintage wireless Zeppelin. On the menu, improved multiroom capabilities allowing connection with the B&W Panorama 3 soundbar and the B&W Formation series of wireless speakers.
Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition, key specifications
For the rest, the design and size of the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren Edition and Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition remain identical to that of the wireless Zeppelin. The same goes for the weight, always set at 6.5 kg on the scale. Of course, the ultra-rigid case is still developed using the finite element analysis (FEA) method. This computerized process makes it possible to model, and therefore anticipate, the reaction of a product exposed to real forces: fluid flows, waves, vibrations, heat, etc. With the aim of optimizing the manufacturing of said product. Very detailed and dynamic sound reproduction is always achieved thanks to hand-picked audio components.
B&W Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth APT-X Adaptive and Spotify Connect
The Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren Edition and Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition are still free of any connectors, or almost. The only remaining port is a USB-C port entirely dedicated to maintenance. And streaming protocols via AirPlay 2, Bluetooth 5.0 APT-X Adaptive, Spotify Connect (via Wi-Fi), or even Hi-Res Audio certification (24 bits) are present. Dezzer, Qobuz and Tidal are accessible through the Bowers & Wilkins Music app.
B&W Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition, technical specifications
Active 2.1 speaker, the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren Edition and Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition integrate five drivers, two new 25mm double dome tweeters originally developed for the Bowers & Wilkins 600 Anniversary Series speakers , two 90 mm midranges (B&W patented FST membrane) and a 150 mm woofer, all managed by a Class D power supply. To be complete on the subject, it should be noted that the FST midrange comes directly from the research and development carried out for the brand's prestigious Diamond 800 speaker series.
Immediate availability in dark gray color for the. Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren Edition, orange Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren 60th Anniversary Edition. Indicative price: 899 euros.
Reminder of the key features of the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin McLaren Edition/60th anniversary:
• Type: 2.1 connected active speakers
• Tweeters: 2 x 25 mm double dome
• Boomer : 15 cm
• Midrange: 2 x 90 mm FST
• Power: 240 W
• Bandwidth: 35-24,000 Hz
• Certification: Hi-Res Audio
• Wi-Fi compatibility
• Bluetooth 5.0 APT-X compatibility
• AirPlay 2 compatibility
• Spotify Connect compatibility
• Multiroom: yes
• Dimensions (L x D x H): 650 x 210 x 194 mm
• Weight: 6.5 kg
