B&W PX8 Noise Cancelling Headphones | Vinyl Revival | Melbourne Black

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 burgundy headphones arrived with a slightly larger hard storage case than expected, with a center compartment to store charging cable and audio plug.The instructions have a QR to download to either Apple or Google Play, to connect your headphones to your phone etc, I recommend reading the operating instructions for the buttons to switch on/off volume, N/C etc. You have an option to register to music/radio etc through the app and listen your favourite music/radio stations.The headphones feel very well made with comfortable and adjustable headband which are easy to adjust, the padded ear-pads are extremely soft and comfortable and a perfect fit around your ears with a good seal which could be used for an extended period of time and the engraved ... MoreBowers & Wilkins Px8 burgundy headphones arrived with a slightly larger hard storage case than expected, with a center compartment to store charging cable and audio plug.The instructions have a QR to download to either Apple or Google Play, to connect your headphones to your phone etc, I recommend reading the operating instructions for the buttons to switch on/off volume, N/C etc. You have an option to register to music/radio etc through the app and listen your favourite music/radio stations.The headphones feel very well made with comfortable and adjustable headband which are easy to adjust, the padded ear-pads are extremely soft and comfortable and a perfect fit around your ears with a good seal which could be used for an extended period of time and the engraved B&W name on the headphones which speaks volumes.The headphones seem be slightly heavier than my other premium brand. All the controls buttons and charging port for the headphones are positioned on the right hand side of the headphones and N/C on the left, my only issue is you can accidentally press the buttons by mistake.Listening to various music genre from internet, downloaded CDs, radios etc I can't fault the sound quality, the vocals and every instrument can be heard with a very rounded sound compared to my other premium headphones, you can alter the base and treble if you need to on the B&W App, it's everyone's personal preference.The N/C in my opinion is equal to my other premium headphones but I am sure some may disagree. The majority of my listening is in the house and its the quality of sound what is more important to me. Answering and making phone calls using the headphones are very clear with no issues.Would I recommend the Bowers & Wilkins headphones, definitely if you have the money to spare the sound quality is one of the best I've heard, and match the quality of manufacturing, with quick charging these would take some beating and the burgundy colour gives them even more of class act.

I want to recognise from the outset the B&W Px8 as superb over-the-ear headphones. On opening the box and case, you can immediately tell the quality of materials and product design are in the ultra-premium category - built with Nappa leather, aluminium and a fit that I found really comfortable.My existing over the ear headphones are a well-reviewed set of gaming headphones, but it took me a few hours to recalibrate my ears to what the Px8 deliver - warm mid-tones, rich bass (that you can adjust in the "Music | Bowers & Wilkins" app) and real audio clarity, especially at higher volumes. I enjoy dance and drum & bass music and even though I own B&W MM-1 speakers, I found myself discovering new audio details in my favourite tracks by Pendulum and Calvin Harris - a ... MoreI want to recognise from the outset the B&W Px8 as superb over-the-ear headphones. On opening the box and case, you can immediately tell the quality of materials and product design are in the ultra-premium category - built with Nappa leather, aluminium and a fit that I found really comfortable.My existing over the ear headphones are a well-reviewed set of gaming headphones, but it took me a few hours to recalibrate my ears to what the Px8 deliver - warm mid-tones, rich bass (that you can adjust in the "Music | Bowers & Wilkins" app) and real audio clarity, especially at higher volumes. I enjoy dance and drum & bass music and even though I own B&W MM-1 speakers, I found myself discovering new audio details in my favourite tracks by Pendulum and Calvin Harris - a credit to their ability. I did have to be mindful of getting carried away by turning the volume up too loud for too long though, and in contrast to some professional reviews, I didn't have any issue with the audio quality at lower volumes - it was still brilliant.These are the first headphones or earphones that I've had with active noise cancellation too, and found myself using this feature on public transport, especially the London Underground. It's not flawless, but it does make a huge difference if you want some insulation from external hubbub. In practise though I did find myself using the passthrough setting when walking overground, so that I could hear traffic better.There are a couple of niggles that I came across - my ears did get uncomfortably warm when wearing for an extended period or after exercising; maybe these would benefit from more breathable padding even if some of the ANC capability was reduced. I didn't find the app particularly useful beyond initial configuration, and as other reviewers have commented, the buttons to control volume and power are a bit clustered to intuitively click - maybe a volume wheel would be more user-friendly?But overall, these are still exceptional headphones.

The burgundy case opens flat, revealing a matching plush lining for the headphones. A compartment, holds two leads:- (1) charging or audio lead (USB C both ends) (2) audio lead (3.5mm stereo jack to USB C plug). Have patience when storing the headphones in the case, they only fit one way. "B&W Music" app downloaded and installed easily on my Samsung mobile. The headphones paired with the app and music sources (iPad, Amazon FIRE tablet, desktop windows PC and Samsung A22). The app required much experimentation and in addition to the manual, should be redesigned so all controls including the Quick Action Button can be accessed from one screen. Once the app is operational on your phone or tablet, you must experiment to optimise the headphones. The buttons on the right ... MoreThe burgundy case opens flat, revealing a matching plush lining for the headphones. A compartment, holds two leads:- (1) charging or audio lead (USB C both ends) (2) audio lead (3.5mm stereo jack to USB C plug). Have patience when storing the headphones in the case, they only fit one way. "B&W Music" app downloaded and installed easily on my Samsung mobile. The headphones paired with the app and music sources (iPad, Amazon FIRE tablet, desktop windows PC and Samsung A22). The app required much experimentation and in addition to the manual, should be redesigned so all controls including the Quick Action Button can be accessed from one screen. Once the app is operational on your phone or tablet, you must experiment to optimise the headphones. The buttons on the right earpiece are small. The indicator light is hard to interpret in strong light. The app should display a clear mimic of the Status Indicator. The diagrams and text in the manual covering the controls, are unclear and the font too small when printed (A4). These need rewriting to contain clear descriptions with diagrams for the roles of each button. The Quick Action Button modes cycle:- "noise cancelling," "pass through" and "standard," mimicked in the app. Different paired sources are selected via the app. The headphones are wonderfully comfortable and reproduction of audiobooks and music is distinct and effortless to listen to. The quality of the sound depends upon the sophistication of rendering by the input devices. Noise cancellation provides rewarding relaxation to me (as a wearer of hearing aids) by rejecting intrusive external noises which spoil enjoyment of media generally. Otherwise, I must pause to evaluate the context again before resuming. There has been no conflict of sounds (e.g. echoes) or feedback and volume levels are safely controlled at source."