Sony MDR7506
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
What Buyers Say
Sony MDR7506
Users consistently praise these Sony studio headphones for their exceptional sound quality and comfort, even during extended wear. Many highlight the great value for money, noting that the performance rivals far more expensive models. The adjustable fit and lightweight design are frequently mentioned as key benefits, making them suitable for both professional studio work and casual listening.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Very comfortable for long wear
- Lightweight design
- Adjustable fit for different head sizes
- Great value for money
Cons
- No negative feedback mentioned
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
| Sony MDR7506 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.62 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | — | Leather |
| Headband | — | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | — | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 63 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 106 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 | 2.990000009536743 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
Sony MDR7506
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (77th percentile)
- Strong social proof (65th percentile)
- Below average comfort (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)19th %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
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 16 of 39 specs.