Bluetooth: 5.2
Codec support: aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX, SBC, AAC
Battery life: 30hrs
Weight: 320g
Finishes: x 4 (Black, Tan, Royal Burgundy, Forest Green)
They might be three years old, but style never goes out of fashion. The Px8 are built beautifully, sound fantastic and have a good feature set. Their noise cancellation is bettered elsewhere, and they're still not exactly cheap, but the price is falling.
Pros
- Outstanding clarity
- Fast and punchy sonic presentation
- Lovely build and impressive comfort
Cons
- Limp sound at lower volume levels
- Wear on/off function can be erratic
- Lack of low volume adjustment when listening via USB cable
Bluetooth: 5.3
Codec support: aptX Adaptive 24-bit/96kHz, aptX Lossless, SBC, AAC
Battery life: 30hrs
Weight: 310g
Finishes: x 2 (Onyx Black, Warm Stone)
B&W has been busy. The Px8 S2 have better sound, more advanced noise cancellation and more features than their predecessors. There are some connection issues, and the button placement could be better, but if you've got the funds, these are the clear winner.
Pros
- Impressive spaciousness
- Sensational dynamics and detail
- Comfortable to wear
- Luxurious build
Cons
- Noise-cancelling should be better for the money
- Unergonomic controls
- A couple of app/connectivity quirks
