The Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Pro has a sizeable physical presence, measuring 650 mm wide, 210 mm tall, and 194 mm thick, with a total volume of 26481 cm³ and a weight of 6600 g. It houses five drivers, including a built-in subwoofer measuring 150 mm, and the control panel is positioned directly on the unit for straightforward access. A detachable cable is included, offering some flexibility in setup. The speaker does not offer water resistance, RGB lighting, a touch screen, or a remote control, and no travel bag is included in the package.
The Zeppelin Pro includes a built-in subwoofer and delivers a total audio output power of 5 x 48W across its five-driver array. Its frequency response spans from 35 Hz up to 24000 Hz, covering a wide range from deep low-end reproduction to the upper limits of audible detail. The speaker does not feature a noise-canceling microphone.
The Zeppelin Pro is equipped with a rechargeable battery and includes a battery level indicator to keep track of remaining charge. Its rated battery life is listed at 0 hours, indicating the speaker is designed for use while connected to a power source rather than for standalone cordless operation. The battery is not removable, and wireless charging is not supported.
The Zeppelin Pro connects wirelessly via Bluetooth 5, with support for aptX Adaptive and AAC codecs, while aptX, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency, aptX Lossless, and LDAC are not available. AirPlay is supported for wireless audio streaming, whereas Chromecast, Auracast, Bluetooth LE Audio, and Wi-Fi are absent. On the wired side, the speaker includes one USB Type-C port but lacks a 3.5 mm audio jack socket, an AUX input, a 3.5 mm male connector, a microphone input, and an external memory slot. NFC pairing, DLNA certification, and Ethernet connectivity are also not featured.
The Zeppelin Pro can be used wirelessly and supports smartphone remote control, allowing playback management from a connected device. Voice prompts are present to assist with operation, though voice commands are not supported. Fast pairing is not available, and the speaker does not include a mute function, a built-in radio, or the ability to function as a power bank.
The Zeppelin Pro supports stereo pairing, allowing two units to be linked together for a stereo sound configuration. It also features Spotify Connect, enabling direct streaming from the Spotify platform without requiring a continuously active host device.
