Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
What Buyers Say
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
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
The Focal Clear MG Professional headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their exceptional clarity, comfort, and build quality, especially among professional musicians and composers. However, some users find them overpriced and unimpressive compared to cheaper alternatives, with a narrow soundstage and a need for EQ correction to address muddiness in the low end. Overall, they are praised for detailed, warm-neutral sound but criticized for not being a universal fit for all listeners.
Pros
- Exceptional clarity and detail
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Excellent build quality
- Warm-neutral sound signature
- Easy to drive with basic devices
Cons
- Narrow soundstage for open-back
- High price point
- Muddy low end without EQ correction
- Unimpressive sound for some listeners
- Coiled cables may be too short
Scores
Specifications
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | open |
| Foldable | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | — |
| Ear Cushion | Leather | memory foam |
| Headband | Aluminum, Leather | aluminium |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 55 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back Headphones, Black |
| 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 | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back Headphones, Black | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back | Focal | Black | 55 Ohms | Over Ear | Open Ear | Focal | Black | 55 Ohms | Ov |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 6.35mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 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
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
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Pricing
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 offers 3.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 36 specs.
