[BeoPlay H9i review] So good, so Bang & Olufsen! vs Bose and Sony ANC Headphones | DHRME #70

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A special thanks to Bang & Olufsen for providing us with the H9i for us to test.
In this video we give you the full review of the Bang and Olufsen BeoPlay H9i and compare them to the Sony WH-1000XM3 and Bose QC35 II.
Which would you pick and why? Let us know in the comments below.
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Bang and Olufsen BeoPlay H9i specifications (Amazon):
Experience the ultimate in luxurious design and exceptional sound quality with Beoplay H9i wireless Active Noise Cancellation headphones from Bang & Olufsen. Elegant over-ear headphones feature advanced ANC, Transparency Mode, an intuitive touch aluminum interface and up to 18 hours of playtime.
Improved ANC capability blocks human voices at low frequencies
Heightened sound quality with new bass port for more powerful sound
Two dedicated microphones provide enhanced voice quality
Proximity sensor pauses playback when headphones are removed and resumes when they are replaced
#BangandOlufsen #Headphones #H9i

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🎧 Buy the B&O Beoplay H9i: geni.us/BOH9i

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Love your reviews guys keep up the bickering too, a laugh along the way is highly appreciated lol

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Thanks mate. Cheers!

[@chrishunt9675]

Cheers guys, best review I've seen on the H9i's yet! But more importantly, hilarious.

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[@jonmnelson]

Excellent review! I got these at the discounted price and love them.

[@DHRME]

Thank you! And well done! :)

[@CircularsTV]

Very informative thank u guys.

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Our pleasure!

[@soulvibe3284]

Great review guys and I am going to be getting a pair of these.

[@DHRME]

Enjoy! They’re pretty good!

[@robertschepis3685]

Thanks, you helped me make my decision.

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Good to hear!

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I really enjoyed your commentary! You provided a great balance of humor and making your points very well. To me, the h9i’s are by far the best looking headphones.

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[@JoeGillian0]

Thanks for this great review!

[@DHRME]

You are most welcome! What was helpful in particular and what wasn't? Just asking for feedback to improve!

[@JoeGillian0]

@@DHRMESure, First your videos are always entertaining.and funny You give accurate and sufficient Information about confort and sound quality and little details. I think indeed the way ambiant mode work on Sony is strange :-) Comparison to other headsets help to make to a better purchase decision. Look of those B&O headphones is goof too

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Thank you for the feedback!

[@baldnbearded]

OMG THAT BEARD!!!!!!!

[@saab_9]

please review H95

[@meduis9637]

Fairly late comment but wanted to add a note on the H9i Proximity Sensors (PS). DRHME’s advice on lifting both cups to activate PS absolutely did the trick (I had no problems with PS since day one thanks to their advice) until I connected to the B&O app. Moment I did that, the PS function became problematic: working only at times and sometimes not at all. After a few trial and errors, I finally realised the headphones work so much better when NOT connected to the app. So, these days I only access the app for equaliser settings after which I promptly disconnect, and a few other things that needs fiddling with ie ANC, PS n etc. Use the app sparingly and you’ll be ok.

[@mrtyreus0]

I was lucky enough to find the H9i headphones barely used for 125 US $.

[@nir8924]

Regarding comfort : give it some time. Had the same issue with the h6 but they get softer (or maybe I just got used to them)

[@jamestaylor833]

I've had the B&O H9i's since April 2018 and for the first week i was making the mistake of switching them on when on my head, which as you so rightly mention impacts the performance of the proximity sensors. However, even after 2 years of countless hours of commutes, office days and flights they are still fantastic headphones and hold up really well. If you take time to break them and stretch out headband a little, they become much more comfortable. The H9I's were my first pair of ANC headphones and now sit within my collection, alongside my Bose NC 700 and Bowers & Wilkins PX7's which are also great performers. It's hard to go wrong with the H9i if you can get them at a good price.

[@DHRME]

We could not agree more!

[@akshpatel3116]

How do you think they compare to the Bose 700s and the Sony XM4s? Because I'm in the market for a pair, but not sure what to get, considering the B&O H9 3rd Generation instead of the H9i.

[@jamestaylor833]

@@akshpatel3116 it’s a tough call as there is no perfect set and they all have strengths and weaknesses but personally if I was going to choose I’d go with either the Sony XM4 or the Bose NC 700’s as both will offer better ANC and improved long term comfort over the H9i or H9 3rd Gen. The Bose have flatter sound signature, can also be adjusting using the app EQ and have a comfortable and light headband and superior microphones to all but the AirPods Max, whereas the H9’s are good, they do however cause some discomfort after a few hours of wearing, but it’s minor. I have listened to the Sony XM4 in store and they sound nice and rich, however, I’m just not a fan of the build quality especially the material on top of headband, it looks and feels cheap and like it can tear and damage easily. So basically I’d say it like this, if you can get the Sony or Bose under €300 then either will be a great choice. However if the H9 or H9i can be had for under €200 then it’s worth considering. The H9 has better battery life over the H9i but the H9i has a removable battery whereas the H9 does not. Bose NC 700 have had some connection Issues when connected to multiple devices, but the recent November firmware seems to have fixed this. All 3 have decent companion apps, but the Sony app offers more control and options, with Bose coming in second. .I would also check out the Bowers PX7 as these sound very nice too maybe again not as comfortable as the Sony or Bose, but overall I think the Bose are my go to for most situations. Hope this helps.

[@akshpatel3116]

@@jamestaylor833 Very informative, thank you very much, I am more of a bass heavy listener, that is the reason I am staying slightly away from the Bose 700s, and comfort is a big deal for me, because I wear them for really long periods of time, so the Sony is looking really good in my eyes, I have considered the PX7, but there are not many reviews of the comparison between the two XM4s and PX7s, with pricing, I'm getting the the 700s for €280+- , from Amazon Germany whereas, the XM4s are €330+-, and the PX7s are around €250, whereas the B&O H9 3rd Generation are at the €350 mark, any suggestions with that information?

[@jamestaylor833]

@@akshpatel3116 I think based on what you want then for then the Sony’s are what you want! The PX7 is worth a listen if you get a chance, but I think the XM4’s will please you more.

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Thanks mate.

[@archier589]

Hello, Fellow owner of the H9 3s here, wanted to know whether a dac or amp would improve the audio experience or is the impedance too low for any noticeable effect to be observed? considering headphones are turned off and running through 3.5mm. Thank you!

[@ItsaDaPope-a]

Awesome guys! Have you had a chance to try the 3rd gen H9? I'm trying to get a sense of if it's worth it to get the new over the old. And - #keepitcornyyo

[@benjmiester]

Did you ever find out the differences? I'm currently in the same boat, but this comment is a year old now...

[@daves3108]

Can you tell me. Which Anc headphones do you find the loudest? I like loud sounding headphones I had the Sony 1000x original ones and they just didn't get loud. Can you help me out with a recommendation? I'll subscribe,

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Another entertaining and educational video guys. No apple juice for me . Still not worth $350 IMO. You 2 need to some stand comedy routine on your channel.

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Thanks again Doc! Maybe we should. ;)

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No!!

[@chrishunt9675]

Was the color speckled control panel a limited thing? Can only seem to find this on the green edition. Unless the amazon photos are detailed or incorrect.Thanks.

[@thepurpleperp4564]

i was also curious, took me a while, but I think it's called "Clay" mobius-luxury.eu/bang-olufsen-headphone-beoplay-h9i

[@akshpatel3116]

Really nice review, but anyone have any knowledge on how they compare to the SONY WH-1000XM4s, I am in the market for a pair, but I'm looking at alternatives as well, this seems to be a good contender, but I'm still not sure, leaning more towards to B&O H9 3rd Generation.

[@jamestorres5582]

I Bought mine for a hundred bucks . Used . They work flawlessly and they're better than any fan boy crap .

[@bobwillington4987]

I’m really enjoying this review - but I’m slightly captivated by this guys beard. It’s fantastic. Sorry but it’s true.

[@simonepangrazzi8254]

Hey there! I want to buy this and I love everything of this headphone but I need the ANC... Is this so bad or is just a bit worse than the mx3?

[@blopido]

Simone Pangrazzi I would say considerably worse but the Sony’s are just on another level. Depending on your needs you could may be able to manage!

[@chillvibes2052]

I have my own pair, the sound of these headphones are absolutely incomperable to anything ive tried. The noise cancelling is good, but you cant use it while walking, because these headphones cant handle the bumps of you're feet (sounds strange I know but trust me when you use them youll figure out what I mean). Overall I would never trade my pair for anything else, the sound is just extraodinary it's like you're in a different world....

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@@chillvibes2052 thanks

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And as a bonus you can wear them on Halloween for nice Princess Leia look.

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😂

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[@ElindorBG]

whats that mold on them ?

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[@jarjared3522]

From what I've read the new Beoplay H9 3rd Gen fixed the comfort, ANC, and battery life (no more removable battery) complaints of the H9i. I did also hear the bass is deeper and more polarizing on the new H9 3rd Gen. The question I want answered is if the H9 3rd Gen enough of an improvement to choose over the H9i?

[@DHRME]

We've heard the same Edward, but unfortunately haven't had a copy of the H9 so can't really compare!

[@ShehZad]

i am yet to buy one, but yes the improvement is much better than the H9i. Thats what i have heard from a user over seas!

[@ShehZad]

what are the connection options between H9i and macbook, and how do you connect them?

[@DHRME]

Just using Bluetooth. What do you mean by ‘options’?

[@ShehZad]

i have a mac mini and my keyboard and trackpad both are connected via bluetooth to my mac mini at the same time. so do i need to connect H9i via 3.5mm cable or H9i will work via bluetooth? any idea about this scenario?

[@DHRME]

Sorry. Not quite sure how many simultaneous connections are allowed. Can you test with another Bluetooth device?

[@DG-jq8gh]

wait are these good to go to the gym with???

[@jcru40]

You can get a case for $20 bucks on amazon

[@fredbosch540]

test b&o 3 version

[@saby8765]

So, none of the consumer ANC headphones give on par audio experience like a wired audiophile headphone does, B&O, in that sense, is much like the Corvette which tries to be a Ferrari. Sony m3 and m4 are consumer ANC headphone, which has beefy base, made out of plastic and true to what they are. if this B&O doesn't do noise cancelling properly, can't hold charge, don't know if over-the-ear or on-the-ear then what's the use of brushed aluminium and cowhide leather?

[@DHRME]

XM3 and XM4 sound vastly different.

[@atosetto]

Guys, can you review the H9 3rd Gen???

[@DHRME]

We’ll put on the wishlist 😉

[@keanua1852]

these days things break so quickly and if they made well people will upgrade them after a year

[@charlesa1234]

What is the color of that H9i?

[@DHRME]

Natural

[@charlesa1234]

@@DHRME which is the best color of H9i?

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What a beard...

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Two big but's! 😂 I can't!

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Where is damn comparison? VS stands for?! Wasted 5 minutes..