Roland V-Drums VMH-D1
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
What Buyers Say
Roland V-Drums VMH-D1
The Roland V-Drums headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their sound quality, comfort, and build. Users praise the clear, powerful audio with excellent bass drum reproduction and low latency, making them ideal for electronic drum kits. However, one detailed negative review criticizes the sound as dull and compressed, the ear cups as too small, and the cable design as insecure for drumming. Overall, most verified buyers find them a great value for the price range.
Pros
- Clear and powerful sound
- Excellent bass drum reproduction
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Solid build quality
- Low latency for e-kits
Cons
- Ear cups too small for some
- Sound can be dull and compressed
- Cable lacks secure locking mechanism
- Flimsy included pouch
- Drum hook feels gimmicky
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Scores
Specifications
| Roland V-Drums VMH-D1 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | Leather |
| Headband | cushioned headband | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dual-diaphragm | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | — | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 3 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Roland V-Drums VMH-D1
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Roland V-Drums VMH-D1 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 39 specs.
