Monoprice Monolith M565C
Monoprice
38 Overall Score
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
Bowers & Wilkins
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Monoprice Monolith M565C
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
88 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
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
Sound quality 11
Build quality 8
Comfort 9
Noise cancellation 7
Value for money 6
Battery life 3
Scores
Budget
Studio
Gaming
Music
Work
Calls
Commute
Specifications
| Monoprice Monolith M565C | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.07 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | faux leather | Leather |
| Headband | padded headband | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 106 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Freq Max | — | 24 kHz★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Monoprice Monolith M565C Over Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones - Black/Wood With 106mm Driver, Closed Back Design, Comfort Ear Pads For Studio/Professional | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | proprietary active noise cancellation |
| Transparency | — | ✗ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes★ |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
Pros & Cons
Monoprice Monolith M565C
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average connectivity (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
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
Pricing
Monoprice Monolith M565C0.158score per dollar
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-3080.107score per dollar
Monoprice Monolith M565C offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 14 of 29 specs.
