Focal Bathys MG
Focal
84 Overall Score
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Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII
Beyerdynamic
45 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Focal Bathys MG
88 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews
The Focal Bathys MG are widely praised for their exceptional sound quality, with reviewers noting a wide soundstage, clear mids, and tight bass. While the ANC and transparency mode are good, they are not class-leading compared to Sony or Bose. Comfort is generally excellent even for larger heads, but the high price and the need for power when using the analog cable are noted drawbacks. Overall, these are considered top-tier wireless headphones for audiophiles, though some question the value relative to the original Bathys or wired alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Wide and deep soundstage
- Clear mids and crisp highs
- Tight and punchy bass
- Comfortable for long sessions
Cons
- Very high price
- Must be powered on for analog cable use
- ANC not class-leading
- Carrying case fits too snugly
- Transparency mode has slight hiss
Sound quality 7
Comfort 5
Noise cancellation 4
Price value 5
Build design 3
Connectivity 3
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Focal Bathys MG | Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.35 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | velour |
| Headband | Leather | memory foam |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | TESLA.45 |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 45 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 22 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 80 Ω | 30 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC | Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Premium Tesla studio headphones for mixing, mastering and editing (open-back) - Black |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| ANC Type | Silent, Soft, and Transparent | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2★ | — |
| Multipoint | ✗ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 3 m |
| Range | 15 m★ | 3 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 30 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 1.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min for 5 hours playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Capacity | 1,060 mAh★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Focal & Naim | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Focal Bathys MG
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong anc (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII
- Strong sound (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Focal Bathys MG
No current pricing available
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII
Verdict
Winner: Focal Bathys MG
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 38 specs.
