The traditional MSRP has been $800; the price has dropped recently with the release of the PX8 S2.
Features
INDUSTRY-DEFINING AUDIO PERFORMANCE - With a redesigned and optimized acoustic system, an all-new angled, ultra-high-resolution carbon drive unit, the B&W Px8 over-ear wireless headphones deliver detailed audio with superior imaging and increased clarity
NOISE CANCELLING HEADPHONES WITH MIC - The all-new active noise cancellation is designed to block unwanted noise and ensure superior musicality. Features (2) adjustable external microphones that enhance voice clarity, significantly improving call quality
PREMIUM LUXURIOUS DESIGN FOR A COMFORTABLE FIT - With soft Nappa leather and lightweight aluminum arms, and all-round improvements to ear cushion fit, this Bluetooth headset ensures optimum comfort across differing head-shapes even after extended use
EASY OUT-OF-THE-BOX SETUP - The iOS/Android compatible B&W Music App allows you to adjust EQ settings, enable voice control, switch between ANC modes, and more. Use the multi-function button on the ear cup to select from a range of different functions
PERFECT FOR AN ON-THE-GO LIFESTYLE - With 30 hours battery life from a 2-hour charge, plus quick charge support delivering 7 hours playback from a 15-minute charge, these B&W Bluetooth headphones are ideal for commuting, working in an office or travelling
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Comparison to other popular wireless headphones
I own a lot of headphones (XM4, XM6, QC Ultra, PX7 S2, and more), and the PX8 is easily my favorite for sound quality. I thought I'd hit a ceiling on the micro-details I could hear in recordings... then the PX8 took my listening to yet another level.
Sony XM6 / Bose QC Ultra: noticeably better noise cancellation and a more "fun" tuning.
PX8: more detailed and cleaner sound thanks to its carbon-cone drivers, with a tuning that's closer to reference.
Build quality is also a standout. The PX8 feels luxurious with a metal and leather body as opposed to the usual plasticy feel.
Honestly, all of headphones I compared are solid products I could recommend, but for audiophiles the PX8 is a large step above the rest. Especially at this price.
That said, I don't use my PX8 as a daily driver, so I can't comment on first hand experience. Mine have held up fine, but I also baby them a bit compared to my other nice headphones.
But the PX7 S2 being $99 is very hard to pass up if you want to stay more budget-friendly. The S2 is still a great set, even though noise cancellation isn't on par with Sony XM5/Bose QuietComfort Ultra gen1/Sonos Ace; it still blocks out a good deal, and once music is playing, everything else is drowned out. I'm not sure about the Gen 2 Ultras or XM6 Sonys, but at $99, I don't think that would be a fair comparison. Sound quality beats all of them for me, build quality is better than all (though maybe tied with Sonos Ace), and comfort is close to Bose QuietComfort Ultras (better than the standard 2023 QuietComforts for me) and Sonos Ace.
I own those, the updated PX7 S2e, and Sony 1000XM4s.
The B&Ws are superior to the Sonys in every aspect except for noise cancelling, but noise cancelling just isn't that important to me. They're massively better build quality though - night and day difference from the all plastic Sonys. Even the cheapest B&Ws feel like $300+ headphones.
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BTW the audio quality was actually very good. They were my favorite pair of headphones, that's why im disappointed. There is no reason not to stitch the headband together for a product this $.
But the PX7 S2 being $99 is very hard to pass up if you want to stay more budget-friendly. The S2 is still a great set, even though noise cancellation isn't on par with Sony XM5/Bose QuietComfort Ultra gen1/Sonos Ace; it still blocks out a good deal, and once music is playing, everything else is drowned out. I'm not sure about the Gen 2 Ultras or XM6 Sonys, but at $99, I don't think that would be a fair comparison. Sound quality beats all of them for me, build quality is better than all (though maybe tied with Sonos Ace), and comfort is close to Bose QuietComfort Ultras (better than the standard 2023 QuietComforts for me) and Sonos Ace.
PX8 is more of a splurge for an audiophile, but the PX7 S2 for $100 is basically pulling a robbery for the average listener who just wants a nice pair of phones.
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