Bowers & Wilkins has unveiled the Px8 S2, a pair of premium wireless headphones designed to deliver a high quality audio experience. An evolution of the Px8, this new model pushes the British brand’s standards even further, thanks to a combination of high-end components, meticulous design and advanced features. Available in black or beige, the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 are already available to pre-order at €729. What do they offer that sets them apart in the premium noise-canceling Bluetooth headphones sector?
Faithful, immersive sound reproduction
The Px8 S2 feature 40mm Carbon Cone transducers specially designed to limit distortion and guarantee precision across the entire audio spectrum. Combined with a 24-bit DSP processor, they ensure faithful reproduction of recordings, with deep bass, a balanced midrange and chiseled highs. These headphones are at the service of the music and the artist’s intention, meeting the demands of audiophiles.
Modern connectivity and efficient noise cancelling
Compatible with the aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codecs, the Px8 S2 offer high-resolution wireless listening. Bluetooth 5.3 multipoint connectivity enables simultaneous connection to multiple devices, facilitating transitions between smartphone and computer. Eight microphones provide high-performance active noise cancelling, filtering out ambient noise while preserving the energy of the music. This configuration also optimizes call quality, made clearer thanks to ADI Pure Voice technology.
Comfort, autonomy and sound customization
The closed-back over-ear design of the Px8 S2, with an aluminum headband and nappa leather ear pads, combines aesthetics, robustness and comfort for long listening sessions. The Bowers & Wilkins mobile app lets you customize the sound with a 5-band equalizer and TrueSound mode. In terms of battery life, these headphones offer up to 30 hours of listening time, and feature a fast-charging mode (7 hours of autonomy in 15 minutes). They come with two audio cables (USB-C to 3.5mm jack and USB-C to USB-C) and a hard carrying case.
Summary
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 are high-end Bluetooth headphones combining a studio-quality sound reproduction, effective noise reduction and a refined design. They are aimed at audiophiles, professionals and all users seeking optimum listening comfort, whether on the move or at home. Available in black or beige, they are now available to pre-order at €729.
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Q&A
The Px8 S2 features a new 24-bit DSP, optimized carbon transducers and TrueSound mode for an even more faithful sound reproduction. It also benefits from improved noise reduction and smoother Bluetooth multipoint compatibility.
Yes, the Px8 S2 is compatible with iOS and Android. It supports the main Bluetooth codecs (aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, AAC, SBC) and works with the Bowers & Wilkins mobile app for sound customization.
Yes, they come with two cables: one USB-C to 3.5mm jack and one USB-C to USB-C. This enables high-quality wired listening sessions, even without a Bluetooth connection.
The headphones offer up to 30 hours of autonomy. A 15-minute quick charge provides around 7 hours of listening time.
Yes, the Px8 S2 incorporates eight microphones and ADI Pure Voice technology to ensure clear calls, even in noisy environments.
The headphones come in two elegant finishes: black and beige.
