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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2

Name: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
Brand: Bowers & Wilkins
Price: 799 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9.5

Premium wireless over-ear headphones focused on luxury materials, refined sound, improved ANC, and high-quality Bluetooth audio.

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Connectivity
Basic Information
Technical Specifications
Usage

Features
Audio Performance
Physical Characteristics
Performance Ratings
Alternatives
FAQ

Connectivity

Connection Type 📶

The primary method used to connect the headphones to audio devices, indicating whether they use wired connections, wireless technology, or both options.

Wireless + Wired Option

These headphones feature both wireless technology and wired inputs allowing users to choose their preferred connection method. Click to see all.
Battery Life 🔋

The number of hours the wireless headphones can operate on a single charge, typically measured during standard usage with default settings.

30 hours

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Battery Life Type 🔋

Classification of battery performance based on duration range, providing an easy-to-understand category for the headphones' operational time between charges.

Standard (20-30 Hours)

Over-ear headphones with standard 20-30 hour battery life provide reliable daily use with a balance of features and performance. Click to see all.
Multipoint Connection 🔗

Indicates whether the headphones can connect to multiple devices simultaneously, allowing seamless switching between sources without reconnection.

No
Bluetooth Codecs Supported 📡

Bluetooth codecs determine audio transmission quality in wireless headphones, affecting sound quality, latency, and compatibility with different source devices.

SBC

Over-ear headphones with SBC codec use the standard Bluetooth audio transmission format supported by all Bluetooth audio devices. Click to see all.

AAC

Over-ear headphones with AAC codec support deliver high-quality wireless audio especially optimized for Apple devices. Click to see all.

AptX Adaptive

Over-ear headphones with aptX Adaptive support intelligently balance audio quality and connection stability based on wireless conditions. Click to see all.

AptX Lossless

Basic Information

Brand 🎧

Brand name or manufacturer of the over-ear headphones, identifies the company that designed and produced the headphones.

Bowers & Wilkins

Bowers & Wilkins over-ear headphones combine British audio heritage with premium materials and refined sound for sophisticated listening with excellent detail. Click to see all.
Price 💲

Current market price of the over-ear headphones, representing the cost to purchase new from authorized retailers.

799 USD
Price Range 💸

A classification of over-ear headphones by price bracket, making it easier to filter and compare products within specific budget categories.

High-End

High-end over-ear headphones offer premium audio quality and advanced features for discerning listeners Click to see all.
Primary Use Case 🏢

Primary Use Case refers to the optimal situation or environment for using the headphones, tailored to maximize specific listening experiences based on design features and sound characteristics.

Home Listening

Home listening headphones prioritize comfort and sound quality over portability Click to see all.
Made In 🌎

Country where the headphones are primarily manufactured , which can influence perceptions of quality , design philosophy , and craftsmanship.

Not Specified

Technical Specifications

Connectivity 🔗

The method by which headphones connect to audio sources , including wired connections , wireless technologies , and hybrid options that support multiple connection types.

Bluetooth

These headphones connect wirelessly to devices using Bluetooth technology for cable-free audio streaming. Click to see all.

USB-C

These headphones connect via USB-C ports for digital audio transmission and charging capabilities. Click to see all.

Wired (3.5Mm)

These headphones connect with standard 3.5mm audio jacks compatible with most smartphones Click to see all.
Driver Type 🔊

The technical mechanism used to produce sound , representing the fundamental technology that converts electrical signals into audible soundwaves.

Dynamic

These headphones use traditional dynamic drivers that create sound through a moving coil mechanism for balanced audio performance. Click to see all.

Usage

For whom 👥

The primary user demographic for whom the headphones are designed , reflecting use case priorities and feature emphasis.

Audiophiles

Over-ear headphones for audiophiles deliver exceptional sound quality with high-resolution audio reproduction for discerning listeners. Click to see all.

Luxury Buyers

Commuters

Over-ear headphones for commuters feature effective noise cancellation and portable designs to create peaceful listening environments during travel. Click to see all.
Purpose 🏃

Specific activities or use cases where the headphones excel , highlighting optimal usage scenarios based on design and features.

Premium Wireless Listening

Travel

Over-ear headphones for travel feature noise cancellation and foldable designs to block ambient sounds during flights and commutes. Click to see all.

Casual Listening

Over-ear headphones for casual listening prioritize comfort and balanced sound for everyday enjoyment of music without fatigue. Click to see all.

Features

Noise Cancellation 🔊

Indicates whether the headphones feature active noise cancellation (ANC) technology that electronically reduces ambient sounds and external noise.

No
Microphone Quality 🎙️

Rates the performance of the built-in microphone for making calls, voice recordings, or gaming communication, based on clarity and noise rejection.

Very Good For Calls

Headphones with very good call microphones deliver excellent voice clarity with effective background noise reduction Click to see all.
Detachable Cable 🔗

Detachable cable feature allows users to replace cables when damaged, upgrade to better quality cables, or switch between different cable lengths and styles.

No
Equalizer Options 🎚️

Equalizer Options describe the available sound customization tools, allowing users to adjust frequency response based on personal preference or listening material.

App-Based Custom EQ

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