Roland V-Drums VMH-D1
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
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 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
| Roland V-Drums VMH-D1 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | Leather |
| Headband | cushioned headband | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dual-diaphragm | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 50 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 24 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | 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 |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
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 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
Roland V-Drums VMH-D1 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 89 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.
