OneOdio A71
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
What Buyers Say
OneOdio A71
The OneOdio A71 headphones are widely praised for their excellent sound quality, especially the punchy bass and clear highs, making them a great value for the price. Comfort is a standout feature, with soft ear cushions that allow for long listening sessions, though some users note the headband can feel tight after a few hours. A few reviewers experienced issues with the cable connection or a weakening spring mechanism over time, but customer service was responsive in replacing faulty cables. Overall, these are highly recommended for casual listening, gaming, and light studio use, with the caveat that the cable may need replacement.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with punchy bass
- Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Great value for the price
- Good noise isolation
- Swiveling ear cups for monitoring
Cons
- Unstable connection with phone via adapter
- Spring mechanism weakens over time
- Cable may fail after a month of use
- Headband can feel tight after hours
- Ear pads may get hot in summer
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
Scores
Specifications
| OneOdio A71 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.25 kg★ | 0.31 kg |
| Ear Cushion | protein leather | Leather |
| Headband | adjustable and stretchable | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 24 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | OneOdio A71 Hi-Res Studio Recording Headphones - Wired Over Ear Headphone with SharePort, Monitoring Mixing Foldable Headset with Stereo Sound, 3.5/6.35MM Jack for PC Computer DJ Guitar-Navy Blue | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive |
| 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 | 3 m | — |
| 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 |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
OneOdio A71
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong comfort (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd 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
OneOdio A71 offers 11.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 9 of 35 specs.
