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.

 

[Jasonovich]

B&W have totally ditched wired headphones.

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

I love the design integrity and quality of construction of the Focal headphones. The Elegia's I use to own, were an eye stopper when I got on the train.
Crocodile Dundee comes to mind, I see some commuters staring, particularly the cool brigade with their tinny wireless headphones.....Nah that's not a knife...

Dynamic closed back headphones can sound pretty good, planars on the other hand very difficult to design good sounding closed backs, Sundara? A few maybe?

I commute with my FiiO FT1's cans, these closed backs, are like the Fosi's of the headphone world, excellent sounding, why waste your money on inferior Bluetooth headphones, not unless you prefer the convenience of not having wires dangling around your neck. Changing the batteries every two weeks is not only bothersome and costly, it's also adds toxicity to the environment.

 

[R2D2]

I love the design integrity and quality of construction of the Focal headphones. The Elegia's I use to own, were an eye stopper when I got on the train.
Crocodile Dundee comes to mind, I see some commuters staring, particularly the cool brigade with their tinny wireless headphones.....Nah that's not a knife...

Dynamic closed back headphones can sound pretty good, planars on the other hand very difficult to design good sounding closed backs, Sundara? A few maybe?

I commute with my FiiO FT1's cans, these closed backs, are like the Fosi's of the headphone world, excellent sounding, why waste your money on inferior Bluetooth headphones, not unless you prefer the convenience of not having wires dangling around your neck. Changing the batteries every two weeks is not only bothersome and costly, it's also adds toxicity to the environment.

Why do you have to change the batteries? Don’t you just simply charge them?

 

[Jasonovich]

Why do you have to change the batteries? Don’t you just simply charge them?

OK 😊 The last time I owed one was yonks, when batteries were the norm!

Rechargeable, it's much kinder to the environment; are these still as effective and long lasting in 5 years time?
I'm sort of using mobile battery longevity rule. When I first got my OnePlus phone, a charge would last a day and half on full usage and now, I have to charge everyday.
Granted you don't use your wireless headphone continuously like your phone, so I'm probably gathering too much hay.

Not a great fan at the moment but who knows, if the sound quality improves with the advancements in technology, I may warm to it. 🙂