Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
RØDE NTH-100M
What Buyers Say
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, build materials, and comfort. Reviewers consistently praise the detailed, immersive audio with excellent instrument separation and balanced bass, though some note the ANC is slightly behind Bose and Sony. A few users mention the high price and minor comfort issues with the headband, but most agree the premium experience justifies the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and detail
- Excellent build quality and premium materials
- Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Great instrument separation and soundstage
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC not as good as Bose or Sony
- Headband comfort issues for some users
- Strong clamping force for some
- Bass not as punchy as competitors
RØDE NTH-100M
The RODE NTH-100M headphones receive generally positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and build. Users appreciate the clear microphone and noise isolation, making them suitable for podcasting, editing, and conferencing. However, some report durability issues like broken headbands or wire shorts, and the fit can be tight or cause discomfort after long use. A few users experienced allergic reactions to the ear cushion material or found the microphone less effective for professional setups.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable ear cushions
- Clear microphone
- Good noise isolation
- Sturdy build quality
Cons
- Heavy weight causes ear pain
- Tight fit initially
- Durability issues (broken headband, wire short)
- Microphone not working for some
- Allergic reaction to ear cushion material
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308 | RØDE NTH-100M | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.31 kg★ | 0.36 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | Alcantara, memory foam |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | Alcantara |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 24 kHz | 35 kHz★ |
| Impedance | — | 32 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive | RØDE NTH-100M Professional Over-ear Headset for Media, Broadcast, Podcasting, Content Creation, Streaming, Working From Home,Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | proprietary active noise cancellation | — |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 2.4000000953674316 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes★ | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | 1 |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Detachable Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri | — |
| App | Bowers & Wilkins Music | — |
Pros & Cons
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
RØDE NTH-100M
- Strong mic (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong sound (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
No current pricing available
RØDE NTH-100M
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 10 of 33 specs.
