B&W PX8 S2 headphones review

[R2D2]

10 out of 10 for sound quality:

https://www.avforums.com/reviews/bowers-wilkins-px8s2-wireless-headphone-review.22974/

 

[Al ears]

Wish they would produce a simple wired version.....

 

[R2D2]

Wish they would produce a simple wired version.....

Yes, that would be good. 👍

 

[Shrek]

i got my eyes on these 🥹

 

[bigboss]

Wish they would produce a simple wired version.....

B&W have totally ditched wired headphones.

Focal do these: https://www.avforums.com/reviews/focal-hadenys-headphone-review.22181/

 

[R2D2]

B&W have totally ditched wired headphones.

Focal do these: https://www.avforums.com/reviews/focal-hadenys-headphone-review.22181/

This seems a good price for them:

Focal Hadenys Open Back Headphones

The Focal Hadenys Open Back Headphones combine contemporary design with audiophile quality. Focal speaker drivers deliver a warm sound with precision.

www.hifix.co.uk

 

[Al ears]

B&W have totally ditched wired headphones.

Focal do these: https://www.avforums.com/reviews/focal-hadenys-headphone-review.22181/

A pity because my P7's were excellent. They would need to be closed back.

 

[jjbomber]

10 out of 10 for sound quality:

https://www.avforums.com/reviews/bowers-wilkins-px8s2-wireless-headphone-review.22974/

I think these could be the best-sounding headphones I’ve ever tested | Stuff

Bowers & Wilkins’ newly-announced range-topping noise-cancelling headphones, the PX8 S2 are already making a good impression

www.stuff.tv

 

[jjbomber]

10 out of 10 for sound quality:

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 review: luxury headphones heaven

These top-end headphones are out-of-this-world impressive

www.t3.com

 

[R2D2]

Wish they would produce a simple wired version.....

I am pretty sure these are wired too:

MSN

For better performance. 👍

 

[Al ears]

I am pretty sure these are wired too:

MSN

For better performance. 👍

Not that I could see. Anyway I still wouldn't be able to take them to work because of the inbuilt lithium batteries.
Plus I wouldn't want to pay for all the other fitted bits that I wouldn't use.

 

[R2D2]

Not that I could see. Anyway I still wouldn't be able to take them to work because of the inbuilt lithium batteries.
Plus I wouldn't want to pay for all the other fitted bits that I wouldn't use.

USB-C cabling?

 

[Al ears]

USB-C cabling?

Isn't that for recharging them?
....No, I see you are correct and can bypass the wireless bit via a USB-C cable, still no good to me.
Even so, not quite what I want.

 

[R2D2]

Isn't that for recharging them?

I think it could be but why would that result in better performance then?

 

[R2D2]

Why does it also have a jack 3.5mm cable too, how does that work?

Px8 S2 - Over-ear noise-cancelling headphones | Bowers & Wilkins - Great Britain

A statement of headphone excellence

www.bowerswilkins.com

 

[R2D2]

Yes, it does seem to be for charging, shame, don’t get in how that results in better performance perhaps they are talking about the USB jack cable then?

 

[Al ears]

Why does it also have a jack 3.5mm cable too, how does that work?

Px8 S2 - Over-ear noise-cancelling headphones | Bowers & Wilkins - Great Britain

A statement of headphone excellence

www.bowerswilkins.com

Ah, yes I see it does include a USB-C to 3.5mm jack cable as well....so you can actually connect them to a DAP or anything with a built in headphone amp.

 

[R2D2]

Ah, yes I see it does include a USB-C to 3.5mm jack cable as well....so you can actually connect them to a DAP or anything with a built in headphone amp.

Just spoken to B&W chat and it will make a wired connection but you have to use this:

USB C to Aux Audio Dongle Cable Cord(Pack of 2), Type C to 3.5mm Female Headphone Jack Adapter for iPhone 15 Pro Max/15 Pro/15 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S23/S22/S21 Ultra, iPad Pro, Pixel: Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy USB C to Aux Audio Dongle Cable Cord(Pack of 2), Type C to 3.5mm Female Headphone Jack Adapter for iPhone 15 Pro Max/15 Pro/15 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S23/S22/S21 Ultra, iPad Pro, Pixel at Amazon UK.

www.amazon.co.uk

 

[R2D2]

So looking on B&W website again I think I can use my B&W PX8 the same way:

Px8 - Over-ear noise cancelling headphones | Bowers & Wilkins - Great Britain

Px8 is our flagship wireless headphone. It's the ultimate combination of exceptional performance, premium materials, intelligent technology, and smart features. Available in a range of elegant finishes, including our classic Tan and Black models, as well as the striking Royal Burgundy and...

www.bowerswilkins.com

I just need the above adaptor?

 

[R2D2]

Yes, I have just hooked them up to an old iPhone with headphone jack and I have wired headphones again and they sound awesome!

 

[Al ears]

Yes, I have just hooked them up to an old iPhone with headphone jack and I have wired headphones again and they sound awesome!

Glad to hear hit.
Still not for me as I would always be using them wired.

 

[R2D2]

Glad to hear hit.
Still not for me as I would always be using them wired.

The good thing with the B&W battery it lasts a real long time, unlike other battery headphones. Like months.