Questions & Answers for Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Air
95 Questions from the Community
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power output and frequency range please. THX in advance. Bye M.J.
- Asked by Miha J
- Jun 19, 2012
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Hay again,
thanks for the answer and I have one additional question this watts are not in rms, but like maksimum peak or ....?
And thanks again.
Best regards, Miha Jakša- Answered by Miha J
- Oct 28, 2012
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*I am a computer novice and own a Dell system. Will the Zeppelin work via a cisco wireless router and my Dell system??
- Asked by Donna H from Port Orange
- Mar 5, 2011
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But please note that you WILL need to have iTunes installed on your Dell PC to fully utilise the AirPlay functionality.... However you can still use the device without AirPlay by docking an iPod/iPhone (not sure about an iPad) directly onto the Zeppelin.
- Answered by Gary T
- Mar 7, 2011
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How good is the bass? and can I connect a separate subwoofer to it and have it play through airplay?
- Asked by Zach S from Olympia
- May 31, 2011
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The bass is very good for the size of the system. It is not a bumper by any means, but has a very natural and present sound. I don't think there is a way to connect an active sub to the system directly. The only way I can think of adding a subwoofer is by streaming music through an airport express, connect a receiver to the AUX output on the router, and connect the subwoofer and Air to the receiver. However, if you are willing to go through all of that, I'd recommend a nice bookshelf system instead.
- Answered by Sam G from Ann Arbor
- Jun 22, 2011
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Can this play music from my iTunes on my Windows based computer?
- Asked by Anthony C from Landenberg
- Jun 1, 2011
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Yes it can, make sure you have at least iTunes 10.1.
- Answered by George K from Brooklyn
- Mar 3, 2012
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Is this 802.11n compatible? or do I have to hook it up to a 802.11b/g network
- Asked by Joe B from Boston
- Oct 21, 2011
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how many watts of the output power?
- Asked by Clement W from Fort Lee
- Jul 2, 2012
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2x 25W (tweeter)
2x 25W (midrange)
1x 50W (subwoofer)
150W total- Answered by Jamie B
- Oct 24, 2012
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what's a "drive unit"? I'm looking for a system that will come with speakers for multiple rooms, not something I'm going to lug around the house.
- Asked by Daniel L from San Francisco
- Feb 26, 2012
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A drive unit refers to the individual speaker cones, of which there are 5 total in the Zep Air.
The Zep Air is a stand alone unit of ~6 kg that is not designed to be portable though it can be move fairly readily. The ideal situation, if practical (and affordable!) would be to have a unit in each of the rooms you want to have music in. All will connect to your wireless network so you can stream sound to them.- Answered by John M from Kirrawee
- Feb 27, 2012
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can i connect this to a tv and use it as a speaker for my tv
i would like to purchase one of these but is wondring if it is possible to connect to a tv to use it as a speaker for what is shown through my tv
- Asked by Geoffrey L from Perth
- Jun 22, 2011
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Yes, as long as your TV has an AUX output (also known as a headphone port). The Air will not stream audio from your TV wirelessly, but will output the audio as an auxiliary source. To change sources you either press the bottom button on the Air's remote, or tap the power button on the actual system.
- Answered by Sam G from Ann Arbor
- Jun 24, 2011
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Is there any way to connect my TV to the Zeppelin Air wirelessly so that I can listen to TV and movies through the Zeppelin Air?
Hi, I am planning to buy the Zeppelin Air and wanted to know if there’s any way to connect my TV to it wirelessly so that I can listen to movies through either both the TV speakers and the Zeppelin Air or just through the Zeppelin Air? I’m also buying a new TV so can purchase one with sufficient capabilities if needed. Thanks.
- Asked by Joshua K
- Oct 3, 2011
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There is no way to connect this wirelessly to a TV. However, you certainly could connect them via the stereo aux mini-plug (1/8-inch headphone-style jack), or via optical mini-TOSLINK (same port).
I would think that if you're planning to use it with your TV, then you'd want it placed in front of, and thus close to, your TV. So it would certainly be close enough to connect to the aforementioned jack.- Answered by John W from Houston
- Oct 16, 2011
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Can you play the new nano FM radio through these speakers?
I ask because it says you have to have the headphones attached to get the FM radio to work (as the wire to the headphones is the FM antenna) so I am assuming this means that if you plug the nano into the B&W speakers (or indeed any other docking station speakers) that you wont be able to hear the radio over them?
I have an ipod classic so that wont give me the radio option as it doesnt take Apps but would like to have a radio option that is not dependent on internet access (as is the case with the ipod touch radio App).- Asked by Catherine M
- Aug 20, 2011
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Nope, I've been looking for a way to have FM radio playing on my Zeppelin Air, but none found zo far.
When docking the iPod nano, you can't get it to play Radio. Headphone connector is on the same side as the dock connector so it won't fit. Even if you get it to fit, it will just say it doesn't have an antenna.
Maybe there is a way by connecting it to the AUX connector of the Zeppelin, but I haven't tried that yet... .- Answered by Xavier L
- Dec 28, 2011
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Is the power supply also adaptable to 220 V?
Can I swichtch the power mode from 110V to 220V?
- Asked by Günther K
- Feb 26, 2011
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Yes. The power supply of the Zeppelin air allows the unit to operate from 100v to 240v at 50Hz or 60Hz. All you need to do is change the power cord or use the supplied cord with an adapter.
- Answered by Christopher S from Melrose
- Mar 23, 2011
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While playing with GarageBand on the new iPad, will I be able to hear it through the B&W speakers ?
- Asked by Ross C from Scarborough
- Apr 16, 2012
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Yes, with a male to male 3.5mm audio cable from your iPad to the Zeppelin, or with airplay, but there will be a delay if you choose the latter option.
- Answered by Jamie B
- Oct 24, 2012
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Can you plug P5s into the Zepp Air, while plugged into a Mac? I'd like use the Zepp's DAC to bypass the DAC on my Mac. I believe the MM-1s have this.
- Asked by David N from San Diego
- Feb 11, 2012
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After further testing, I concluded that the feature I am looking for is only available on the MM-1s. For example: the MM-1s plugged via USB to a Mac; the P5s plugged into the headphone jack on the MM-1s, to utilize the built-in DAC for crystal clear sounds.
- Answered by David N from San Diego
- Feb 16, 2012
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What speakers actually sound better & have more bass? The Zeppelin Air or MM-1?
- Asked by Rowell D
- Oct 3, 2011
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The Zeppelin Air has more bass than the MM-1, but one could argue the MM-1 has a more refined and balanced sound. Also you can physically move the MM-1 speakers to provide separation, while the Zeppelin Air is an all-in-one unit.
- Answered by Sam G from Ann Arbor
- Oct 23, 2011
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Is it possible to dock an iPad 2 on it to play music or charge, or is it too heavy?
- Asked by Massimiliano D
- Mar 15, 2011
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It's not that heavy! I would have no issue, except if you bumped the iPad, it will fall off in a second. But the arm is strong enough for the weight, it is just not a solid perch.
- Answered by David J from Atlanta
- Mar 19, 2011
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Does wireless streaming work with the MacBook Air?
The description suggests yes, but the compatibility matrix displays only iPads, iPhones, iPod.
- Asked by Kelly M from Dallas
- Feb 27, 2012
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Yes, as long as you have a compatible wireless network to connect to, you can stream to Zep Air from iTunes on your MacBook, PC, notebook etc. You will need to make sure your iTunes software is up to date.
- Answered by John M from Kirrawee
- Feb 27, 2012
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What is the break-in period for the Zeppelin Air?
People have said 24-60 hours to break-in the P5s. Any comparison?
- Asked by David N from San Diego
- Feb 17, 2012
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there is'nt an actual adaptor for the zeppelin. but I also have an original one and by using an apple airport express, available on this site and an optical lead as both the express and the mk1 zeppelin have combined optical and digital jacks I have streamed music via remote app for itouch and now airplay directly from the itouch to the zeppelin for a couple of years now using the zepps onboard DAC
despite the reported improvements in the sound quality with mk11 over mk1 zep as i already had the airport express i couldn't see the big deal with the integrated Airplay- Answered by Pat F from Trim
- May 20, 2011
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i am comparing between this one and bose sounddock 10, which one has higher sound and which one has higher quality and detailed sound?
- Asked by Ali E from Cairo
- May 5, 2012
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Both have very good overall sound quality for an all-in-one iPod speaker system. The Bose produces a louder sound with "boomy" base. B&W does get impressively loud, but provides a more refined sound, with great detail, warm mids, and a natural "punchy" base. Neither have great stereo separation, and in the end each serve 2 different purposes. Bose is good if you want backyard party and grill type performance, B&W is more for audio enthusiasts wanting quick, quality music over a dinner party with some wine. This is also clear by the body design; where Bose is industrial - toss in the back seat of a car - B&W is more eloquent, sculpted and less mobile.
- Answered by Samuel G from Ann Arbor
- May 7, 2012
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It is different to the current one. It uses a new DAC that improves distortion and it now goes louder still than the old. It's also got new drive units to improve the sound even better. It takes a lot of technology and parts from the MM-1's which sound incredible so it should be a good improvement on the current speakers.
As for the difference in AirPlay and iPod/iPhone direct, only time will tell. Everyone in our office bought an original Zeppelin but we all had very different experiences with interference noise from the iPhones on the units. My gut feeling is that I'd rather do AirPlay if my Wi-Fi is good enough but my current experience of AirPlay from iPhone to Apple TV is not good with constant dropouts and in some cases a total stop. Hopefully, iOS 4.3 final build will solve these issues.
I think I would wait for reviews and user experiences before jumping in. It's on my shopping list but I'll be waiting a month or 2 for the dust to settle before parting with that kind of money.- Answered by Jeff N
- Feb 21, 2011
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