URGE TO SPLURGE? Focal Bathys vs Bowers and Wilkins PX8 vs Bang and Olufsen H95

You got that URGE to SPLURGE! The real question is - do you need to do that for the Best Noise Canceling Headphones! Let’s take a look at the Focal Bathys, the Bowers and Wilkins PX8 and the Bang and Olufsen H95.
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#FocalBathys #bowersandwilkins #bangandolufsen #Px8 #H95
00:00 Introduction, ANC and Transparency
01:50 Connectivity and Extras
03:52 Microphones and Calls
05:39 Battery Life
06:04 Comfort and Build Quality
08:56 Sound, Sound, Soundicle
13:25 Which one should you get?

[@bozardo101]

Thank you for reviewing these!!! It brings a good perspective. The Focal are good for sound quality, but not Air Pod Max level of ANC. That's really good to know. I still might invest in the Focal sometime in the future. I've wanted to know how much sound quality of music they bring to the table.

[@Silverjerk]

Honestly, I have no idea how you controlled yourselves and didn’t complete the natural rhythm with “test, test, test…icle, 1, 2, 3.” I definitely did in my head. Great review as always, guys.

[@djstutterchicago87]

Incredible amount of discipline!😂

[@AaronFigFront]

Same

[@larrymtz83]

Haha same

[@TravisTejas]

As always, appreciate your content and spot on reviews!

[@DHRME]

Thanks a lot Travis!

[@angisensual56]

I´ve always enjoyed very much your reviews, you make one of the most detailed ones : )

[@derrickcrocker4265]

Been waiting on a showdown like this!

[@staray1282]

Hey do you guys know if the DAC mode on Bathys is anything special compared to the Usb mode on Beoplay and Bowers and Wilkins? Feels like a marketing gimmick by Focal as all of them do USB DAC mode, unless the other two aren’t able to process actual HiRes music. Otherwise, why did Focal put so much emphasis?

[@diamondhellspawnscorpion]

I absolutely love the sound of Bang & Olufsen H4's which I bought from Drop 3 years ago.. Now if I were to upgrade based purely on sound profile, which one is most likely to be similar to H4's sound profile? Any Help would be greatly appreciated.. I'm contemplating about QC45's & H95's.. Any other options would be helpful.. Thank you

[@achange3529]

I have the H95 and love them. ANC is not that strong but for me the sound was the most important thing. Having music playing and ANC, shuts of outside noises. The most annoying thing for me is when wearing them with a mask on. Those two things together put to much pressure on my ears and can hurt them. Pressure points I guess. After 3-4 hours on a plane it might start to hurt…. But its okay and really comfortable without the mask and the sound is great.

[@shanew7361]

How do I switch from Bixby to Google Assistant on the H95 using a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone? Also, can the H95 read text messages and respond to them with voice?

[@joetoe9207]

Outstanding review in my opinion. Thank you!

[@hristescualexandru9816]

why does the mic positioning changes while recording(mic test segment)?it sounds like it was the phone mic the one that was used.

[@winkie4625]

The main issue with sample music is that no one really knows how it's supposed to sound IMO. Everyone is just saying: This sounds better to me, but this is no guarantee that the headphone chosen because of the sound profile of the specific track would be the winner when trying a different song. I have harsh sounding CDs which nearly hurt in the ear when using neutral headphones which I otherwise prefer, and I have muffled CDs which live up when using headphones with an otherwise uncomfortable emphasize in the treble region. In the end it's not that easy... Btw, I tried the Focal and the B&O and the latter did not work out for me, especially for the price. The ANC and the sound were nothing special and it also did not get loud enough IMO. In addition, the ANC had quite a loud background hiss which was absent in the Focal.

[@mosankoane4938]

Wow I was soo excited for this review but no sound samples? Come on!! That's the exciting part about a review.

[@ravic1754]

Would these also be good for watching movies? I looking for headphones primarily for music and a little bit of media consumption such as watching movies.

[@shanew7361]

How do I switch from Bixby to Google Assistant on the H95 using a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone? Also, can the H95 read text messages and respond to them with voice?

[@aliamir5912]

I am not an audiophile person l, and I am torn between A800 and H95, beside the material quality, what else makes the H95 better ?

[@mesbahsourov1988]

I am becoming kind of a audiophile watching your videos. loving your reviews more and more. keep up the good works.

[@DHRME]

Glad you like them! We’re not audiophiles ourselves. 🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️

[@tdmduc]

@@DHRME maybe secretly....you are becoming one?😋

[@peterwood2633]

Excellent review guys thank you

[@DHRME]

Cheers Peter!

[@iConcerao]

I've been using the Bang Olufsen H95 for months on a daily basis and i would say it's the best experience I've had.

[@benb2464]

Are you sure thats the right mic audio for the Bathy's in wind? how is it panning stereo? Seems like its the handycam / phone mic.

[@MagdielLopez]

I got the H95 about 5 months ago and I received the Bathys this morning and to my surprise the H95 sounds a lot better to me. The voices and instruments sound very crisp on the H95. The only issue I have with the H95 is the volume as they mentioned in the video but I fixed that with Wavelet app and turning up the gain.

[@shanew7361]

How do I switch from Bixby to Google Assistant on the H95 using a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone? Also, can the H95 read text messages and respond to them with voice?

[@yusif.heybatov]

That is because they have been burned during these 5 months of playback 😅

[@XdekHckr]

I don't understand why anyone would buy old earphones like h95 or focal, it's just pointless, why not getting new px8? lol.

[@MagdielLopez]

@@XdekHckr I have the PX8 and my cousin have the PX8 McLaren. They don't compare to the H95 or the Focal. Garbage.

[@MagdielLopez]

@@shanew7361 I never tried that. Not sure

[@kona328WH]

Solid reviews by the way.

[@Zehpee]

Hey there, thank you very much for an awesome video! I have tried Mandy premium True Wireless IEMs and only loved the Beoplay EX. Is the sound signature of the H95 comparable to the one of the Beoplay EX? Thank you very much in advance, Chris

[@Otjeg]

Very good review! Still bought PX8 (but in black) - waiting for the delivery.

[@DHRME]

It's very good! Enjoy!

[@shanew7361]

I bought the H95 and PX8 lol waiting on the PX8 to be delivered today. The H95 are pretty good.

[@bauxi11]

Thank you for this review. I‘ve got the H95 and I love it. They should only be a bit louder. But they are not comparable to the Momentum 4s. The H95 are worth the higher price as they deliver so much better sound quality not to talk about the materials . . . But if you need a superb sounding headphone that can also make a bit Party the Momentum 4 is just perfect. Party is not what the H95 is built for. It’s high end listening and enjoy every nuance of your music.

[@eddyray666]

Too bad the M4 are horribly imbalanced for a lot of people.

[@zombieimpact2790]

@E. R. That's why there is an in app equalizer😂

[@eddyray666]

@@zombieimpact2790 I meant from left to right, detective.

[@Mogyipapazuglo]

is the volume difference very noticeable?

[@bauxi11]

@@Mogyipapazuglo yes it is.

[@klc2578]

Great review, yes I agree the b&o h95 is sound better than focal.

[@julianread1996]

The design of the H95 is super impressive in my opinion as well as the engineering in them.

[@shanew7361]

How do I switch from Bixby to Google Assistant on the H95 using a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone? Also, can the H95 read text messages and respond to them with voice?

[@shonen84]

This is the definitive comparison between these three high end Bluetooth headphones! Thanks so much! Vele groeten uit België xD

[@DHRME]

De groeten!

[@Viewer13128]

My question is now whether the H95 has "enough" sub-bass. For example, if it has more sub-bass than the ZMF Verite Closed or just a bit more sub-bass than the OG Hifiman Arya, that would be a "yes" for me.

[@murph8411]

The one thing I don’t like is the b&of power switches. They press in and slide and both my h7 and h9 3rd gen have failed. Taking them apart and adjusting the spring switch a bit helped for a short while with my h7 but they failed again and ended up I couldn’t pair them with a new device or turn them off and on. I could just fix them in one position.

[@Angel-AbC9]

Isn't the focal to bulky big for out doors wearing ? It's not like sony or bose ect. Looks like all there other headphones big, focal

[@barrylattuca5352]

Are you planning a review of the Master and Dynamic MW75’s?

[@WorthlessDeadEnd]

I was *_not_* expecting to hear anyone say Dime's name. Thank you for that. Respect!

[@DHRME]

🤘

[@Sunday_Morning570]

Great review, Thanks! I subbed.

[@DHRME]

Welcome on board!

[@DoKaTS]

How does it sound Vannda - Time to rise ? Very bassy song and a lot of differents instruments.

[@BrianVallotton]

Thanks guys! You saved me a bunch of money! Keep up the good work. I will stick to my Soundcore Q45s for wireless and use my 58X and Ananda's for wired. I have to admit I would love to have the Bathys but only if it was going for half of its asking price.

[@DHRME]

Our pleasure! That’s a good enough setup for home!

[@karolykrausz5534]

Normally I would go with you HOWEVER since I tried the Soundcore Q45s and then the Beoplay H95 I'm blown away. The sound quality of the Beoplay was from another dimension. No comparison at all, zero. It's like you want to compare a Mercedes C class with the S class. You can do is but it does not make any sense.

[@banestock]

Thanks for delivering on this guys! Was looking forward to it!

[@DHRME]

More to come!

[@Mriamrody]

Gooiedag! I just started viewing your headphones/earbud reviews and I find them very interesting and informative. Thanks for putting them out. I have a request. Can you do a review on either the KEF Mu7, or Mu3? I'd be interested in hearing your opinion on either of these. Anyway, thanks for your videos. Doei!

[@DHRME]

Thank you and stay tuned 😉

[@seefeel2043]

Good review I must say!

[@thequiroz1000]

Does your beard double as a sound wave canceller? Can you use as acoustic isolation in a listening room?

[@romankhanakbari8328]

Hello Can you suggest one bass and good quality sound headphone or earbuds..i was using 1000xm4 but new update destroyed my buds . Now wanna buy new with lots bass and good sound

[@tdmduc]

Wow just wow. You have pointed me in a total different direction with this video . I like Focal products all the way and now you wanna make me buy a B&O🤯

[@tdmduc]

@DHRMEofficialpage and now....?

[@DHRME]

That was SPAM! Sorry

[@DHRME]

Henk - hope you didn't transfer any money - lots of spam on the channel the last day.

[@jlingo8977]

you are right, I own all there and I kept on going to H95 again, something addictive about H95. the midrange or the bass.

[@shanew7361]

How do I switch from Bixby to Google Assistant on the H95 using a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone? Also, can the H95 read text messages and respond to them with voice?

[@Amateur2k]

LATER EDIT: Below is my personal and very subjective view: I bought the B&O H95 1 month ago. Yesterday I put them on sale (as second hand, having lost a big amount of money). Here's why: I wasn't blown away by the sound (in perfect wifi conditions, with ANC off, tidal as source). Then I went to the HIFI store and listened to the PX8, I was blown away, they sound "fuller" with a flavor of warm sound out of the box, that's a sound signature well expected from someone coming from HiFi reference systems. Last, but not least I listened to the Momentum 4s and that's where things don't make sense: they sound the best compared to the much more expensive alternatives, the sound stage is unbeatable.

[@poti732]

@@dekkerfraser i tried every Beoplay headphones in store with the guy controling it on the app on how it sounds. They are sounded boxy and strange compared to all of the other high end headphones that i have. I wanted to buy one , i was READY TO PAY FOR IT and i didnt.. it was nothing close to the moneys worth. It was from Tidal Hifi so the quallity should be very good but no , it wasnt. Didnt even come close. I had an airpods max with me which is not the best for its price but has a nice clean sound and the cheaper airpods max kicked the shit out of the beoplay headphones .

[@Amateur2k]

@@dekkerfraser Do you mean modifying that "radial" minimalistic sort of EQ to get what? A bit more base? This is the full experience? Or you mean that soundstage feature they removed from the app 1 year ago? Please help us with some directions

[@Josecunyat]

Seems like you are not after reference analytical sound... but more after a commercial V shaped sound. Is important to know and understand what you are after to get to understand what reviewers say and how to understand what they say... Sad that you had to spend so much money to get to know that. I think I would enjoy the H95... but for now I am happy with my QC35 for on the go.

[@godpianist3997]

Really? I tried the px8 vs the focal today and the Sound stage of the px8 was just horrible. To be honest it sounded like you were cramped in a room with no air and the focals just sounded a thousand Times wider. Now I'm tempted to go to the store again and try both again because here I go, reading a KZbin comment, talking about a Sound stage that I thought didn't even really exist. Btw I'm trying to find smth comparable to my dt770 pros in terms of Sound so maybe we just have different tastes...

[@Amateur2k]

@@godpianist3997 Did I say anything about Focal? In terms of soundstage focal is in another, obviously superior league. In my original comment I was comparing the consumer-sounded-like products of H95 vs. PX8 vs Momentum 4, and the latter 3 times cheaper than H95 were better for me. Again, Focal is a different reference league.

[@superboy305]

Yeah yall earned a new fan, gotta sub

[@DHRME]

Thanks Chris

[@ranadheerreddy1333]

V-MODA crossfade 3 wireless review or comparison please? Thank you guys!!

[@donnytramp6955]

How do these compare with the M&L 5909

[@NatePhysicsTutor]

Not enough reviews are commenting on the frequency response issue with the Focals. They very much more in FR over a range of various clamping forces. I had both the Focals and the PX8s and the Focals were unusable for me. For my head size the FR shift make them sound weak and lifeless. I was disappointed because I love the other products from that company. But reviewers should note that the FR shift on the Focals seems to be greater than many of the competitors, so head size matters a lot.

[@asan1050]

ThanksMuch!

[@anoopjacob6689]

Am hearing Duende now in my px8 (with no experience in h95 or bathys). Can’t think of a way how this song could be rendered any better. 😅

[@peternacken4730]

Thanks for the quick ANC disclaimer ... :D

[@aeromaniac13]

Great vid! Do you have that link for the full list of ANC headphones?

[@DHRME]

Coming soon ...

[@seanjoe1704]

h95 headband too tight. is there anything I can do to make it more loose ?

[@DHRME]

You can slide it out and make it looser.

[@jonathanbarnes7641]

Can you please do a faceoff head to head between )Mark Levinson No. 5909. And the versus 2)EDIFIER STAX SPIRIT S3?

[@raikkonen48]

In terms of sound quality ONLY, is Stax Spirit S3 better than this trio?

[@gianlucaalessia5538]

Honestly if dropping in price I'd go go p7xs2. I thought they blew away the sonys and airpods. Haven't tried the momentum 4. Still as far as style, sound and build quality I'd choose them

[@isaachaze1]

great job guys. i'll stick with my h95s.

[@seanjoe1704]

I really love my h95. impossible to replace them with APM.. no way..! for me, sound quality is everything.

[@shanew7361]

How do I switch from Bixby to Google Assistant on the H95 using a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone? Also, can the H95 read text messages and respond to them with voice?

[@kona328WH]

I agree the H95 look the most classy. I will have a go at their 30 day trial and see if they are worth the money. My fave pair of cans are Momentum 3 over ears and Soundcore Liberty 3 Pros.

[@anthonyberryman3443]

They have a sale currently on, picked them up from the U.K. website for £549 saving £230.

[@alateralus88]

@@anthonyberryman3443 i have both, i love the h95, but the momentum 3 sound better. The h95 are more comfortable and becomes my main one because of it.

[@kona328WH]

@@anthonyberryman3443 just had a look on the UK site and they are 779£

[@raphaelmeillat8527]

Too bad they didn't use the black version of Px8... Looks classier

[@karolykrausz5534]

@@anthonyberryman3443 I did the same with German Amazon 😀😀😀.

[@wadec6799]

F all these and I will keep my soundcire space 45 for 108 bucks when I got em lol.... dhrme hope you guys are well and man you 2 get better each video... great job guys!!

[@DHRME]

Haha can't go wrong with them QC45s Wade!

[@davidzweiback9554]

H95 vs MD M75?? Thoughts

[@choshun8]

During your phone test, when it came to the ‘test’ word I expected a different longer word 😁

[@ravington666]

Great review but why no mention of the B&O equalizer ??

[@jeremythornton2464]

I purchased a week ago from Amazon for £464.57 the B&O H95’s . I have a collection of Headphones and these are the Best sound and comfort , excellent review guys

[@DHRME]

Enjoy them Jeremy!

[@NZtechfreak]

Should have my Bathys in a few days, auditioned it yesterday and the first great sounding wireless can for my tastes for listening to music. Have the Senn M3 and Sony XM3, with the latter being unlistenable for me and the former being a little better but not still good enough to actually want to outside of situations where there is no alternative (the XM3 offloaded to my partner and the M3 relegated to Netflix/Crunchyroll/KZbin duties). Not displacing the Abyss Phi TC from my head at my desktop, but will see plenty of use outside of that.

[@ValdemarDeMatos]

@Murray Are you happy with the Bathys so far?

[@NZtechfreak]

@@ValdemarDeMatos Very much so

[@ValdemarDeMatos]

@@NZtechfreak Cool, thanks 👍

[@NZtechfreak]

@@ValdemarDeMatos No worries. I should add my phone has Apt-X Adaptive, and from comments at Head-Fi from people who have compared sources with and without that codec it improves sound quality to a noticeable degree. Quite a few users report hissing with transparency mode enabled, I never use it so no drama for me and may be patched at some point in any case, but worth noting for now if you would use transparency mode a lot (would suggest trying it if this matters especially to you, people's sensitivity to hiss varies considerably). If you try them out make sure to play with the angle of the pads, fit can alter perceived frequency response a fair amount.

[@jyexe525]

Hello guys! I hesitate between H95 or Focal Celestee …

[@hans-jurgenschuster4025]

Beim hören mit dem B&O H95 musste ich weinen. Der Kopfhörer transportiert das Gefühl der Künstler. Das war für mich ein sehr emotionales Erlebnis! Ich war sehr überrascht!

[@shanew7361]

How do I switch from Bixby to Google Assistant on the H95 using a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone? Also, can the H95 read text messages and respond to them with voice?

[@DavidKnowles]

This was the review I was looking for. Thank you. I've listened to them all and I agree. I loved the BO H95 because songs on it were fun and beautiful. Shame about the noise cancelling though. Are you planning to review the Kef mu7?

[@DHRME]

We've written to them. If we buy any more, we may have to sell our cameras! 😱

[@DavidKnowles]

@@DHRME Ha ha, nice. Btw. Looks like you shoot those cameras in Leiden. I'm from Katwijk, hoi, hoi 👋

[@DHRME]

Hoi. We're based in Utrecht. Are you the guy who makes balanced armature drivers? Dag dag!

[@DavidKnowles]

@@DHRME Utrecht! Whoda thunk it. Now my clog breaks. I'm not the that guy. I'm another completely different one. Bless you two. Namaste 🙏

[@DHRME]

@@DavidKnowles Haha take care David!

[@erice5964]

Need to add the Mark Levinson 5909 and the M&D MW75 to the party as well!

[@seunbaek2037]

Mw75 is nono . U wont like it as soon as put them on ur head

[@spread888gospel]

Which one for jazz music ?

[@lite441]

Thank you very much for the review! The choice is obvious: Bang & Olufsen H95.

[@xaxb4178]

Thank you so much!!! I got the H95 (renewed condition) and its one my best life's purchases! Its ANC is excellent imho. Can someone please help list some underdog great artists/songs?

[@DHRME]

Good choice!

[@mrguru091]

Question I'm looking at the Bang and olsen H95 this weekend. I listened to all types of music basically Nine inch nails, Metallica, Nirvana, Alice in chains and some rap and house. Do u think the H95s would be good for those diff genres of music?

[@DHRME]

Yup we think so. Less so for rap / house maybe.

[@mrguru091]

@@DHRME ok thx and would u say those r the best for all those genres of music or would u recommend something else?

[@deneel7744]

Zijn jullie van plan de Dali iO 12 te reviewen

[@BrianVallotton]

Quick question: Have you guys ever considered reviewing DAPs? I recently bought the Shanling M6 Ultra and it has been a joy to use. The mid tier DAPs are an answer to many peoples audio challenges. I highly recommend the M6 Ultra. About 900.00 U.S. Thanks again.

[@DHRME]

Have considered them for sure! But with so many headphones coming in, don't have time haha

[@BrianVallotton]

@@DHRME Do you a favorite DAP that you guys keep around for testing headphones?

[@DHRME]

@@BrianVallotton No DAPs right now

[@manz5377]

Wow focal and px8 in NZ are both around 1.35k nzd, while the H95 is 1.9k nzd. Guess the focal is the much better buy here.

[@FruitoftheLoops]

might I suggest, "pop pop popsicle, ice ice icicle, test test testicle..." the next review? Great comparison!

[@gilmoskovich7304]

Music recommendations : Neuroticfish, Diorama, Mesh, Felix Marc, The Anix, System Syn, De/Vision, S.I.T.D, Covenant, Camouflage, Minerve, Melotron, Kult of red pyramid, VNV Nation, And One, Funker Vogt, Assemblage 23, Iris, Cause & Effect, Heliophile, Cygnosic, Tenek, Solitary Experiments, Cephalgy, Zynic, Harmjoy, Neuropa, Neuroactive, A spell inside, Colony 5, Lights of Euphoria, Chvrches, Xenturion Prime, Cryo, Imperative Reaction, Vanguard, Eisfabrik

[@vjs857]

What is the reason for Focal headphones being expensive? I tried this headphone and the sound quality is almost the same as the Sony xm5 headphone But this much more expensive well than sony xm5 and sony has a much better noise canceling and conversational microphone Does this headphone have a special feature to have this price?

[@GEFELICITEERD45]

Think the Name

[@jamestorres5582]

I have a pair of BnO's hi9 . I love them . My Bowers n Wilkins px7's took a dump on me not even barely 2 yrs . 1 channel went out .

[@tobychillaanes1713]

they need 50 hours of listening before they can sound max. maybe sounded a bit low out of the box but after 50 hours they sound better and controlled

[@iu1191]

Probably the very best video of this type. I have watched it multiple times. You guys are amazing, and your attitude is just fabulous. Love it, Love it, Love it. If you have a moment some songs that I use to test headphones and speakers. Can't they be good - Fenomenon Drwondeep Huila - Maxwell Lover's Rock - Sade False Alarm - Mohito Mix - Becky Hill Hold On My Heart - Genesis More Than a Feeling - Boston Soundstage and range of sound. Sweetest Taboo (LIVE) - Sade (Can the device make you feel like you are in the crowd) Explorations in Space and Time by Jamey Haddad (and some others) is - A binaurally recorded album - it is effective and powerful to listen to - especially track #1 - Stank These are all helpful in assessing Imaging. This album is binaurally recorded, so I really like using it to test stage and Imaging. Some are pretty mainstream - some need a search to find them. Thanks to Darko Audio for suggesting this album. Love to hear your thoughts on any of these tracks. By the way, have the H95 on order - I found them 2nd hand for a steal.

[@shanew7361]

How do you like the H95? Debating between the PX8 or the H95.

[@iu1191]

@@shanew7361 Hey there, I have to say I really like the H95...I really do. I am a Sennheiser person. I have had their headphones for over a decade at this point. I like that Sennheiser style and sound. Then I bought some H6 headphones on a whim. They were amazing, and I have had 3 pairs now culminating in the H95. I have the Sennheiser Momentum 4 and the Bang and Olufsen H95. I went into a store and listened to the Bowers and Wilkins Px8 to compare them. The Px8 are fantastic. They are luxurious and warm feeling. They really envelop you in sound, and I loved the sound of them. I then compared them to the H95, and the differences became clearer. The H96 are a little more revealing in delicate highs, and the base is much more controlled. It is there and has the right feel, but it is a kind of bass on purpose, and you can feel the hand on it making sure it doesn't stray into everything. The Px8 have a somewhat looser bass. It is nothing like the Sony MX5 or some other bass-heavy cans. This is still controlled, but it does stray into more of the other regions and colours them somewhat. It is NEVER unpleasant and does not make anything sound bad. I just prefer the control (NOT restriction) of the bass on the H95. I also appreciate the comfort of the H95 more. They are stiff, and when putting them on, I still find them a little stiff, but once they are on, they become like a part of my head. They don't clamp too hard, and they don't fall off - I get minor annoyance and can wear them for long periods. I didn't get a long-term feel of the comfort of the Px8. The Px7 are so uncomfortable that even though they have great sound, they are a definite NO from me for comfort. If I am not comfortable, I just won;r wear them. I found the mids on both the H95 and the Px8 to be present and clear. Depending on the production of the track of music and possibly the quality of the file, you may experience different qualities regarding the sound stage. Still, for what I was listening to, I did not see a specific advantage for either over the other. Overall I prefer the H95, and if they were in a store at the same price, they are the ones I would pick. The Px8 sound a little like the Sennheiser Momentum 4, except they feel like the materials of the driver are of a better class. They seem to fraw more out o the music, and you seem to be able to get a little more information from them if and only if you are in a quiet room and are concentrating - otherwise, all of these will be much of a muchness. The ones that really impressed me were the Focal Bathys. They added something a little different to some of the tracks, and on some tracks, I liked them more than the H95, and on some, I liked the H95 more. In some ways - like "Can't They Be Good" by Fenomenon - I would give blood to own the Bathys. They were so silky and open yet enveloping - Goodness me. Standing in the store, I wondered about the look on my face as some people might have surmised I might be behaving inappropriate thoughts. Goodness me, they were smooth. On some tracks, the H95 did a more pleasing job to my ears. I was happy to be going home with the H95 but was looking longingly at the case where the shop assistant locked the Bathys up after using them. I think I agree with DHRME - To my ears - and I emphasise, this is a subjective assessment - the H95 are the best of the bunch overall, but the Bathys are a very special headphone and the Px8 are also special but less so than the other two. If you want to save some money - having a look at the Sennheiser Momentum 4 and comparing them to the Px8 - might be a thing to do. In fact - if you can get them new at a good price, then the Sennheiser Momentum 3 might be a good comparison for the Px8. (The battery life is dire, and the noise cancelling is nothing of note, but the sound quality is amazing) They have the sound quality to rival much more recent and much more expensive headphones and might be a good comparison. Let me know what you think. I wish I could be clearer & briefer, haha- I hope this has been helpful.

[@shanew7361]

​​​​@@iu1191 Thanks for the information. I'm still waiting for the PX8 to arrive today. However, I've been using the H95 for a day now. They sound prerty good. How do I switch from Bixby to Google Assistant on the H95 using a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone? Also, can the H95 read text messages and respond to them with voice?

[@DHRME]

Will check it out. Darko knows his music for sure!

[@brunoturcotte2706]

Hi ! Another song for testing : Bubbles from Yosi Horikawa

[@troensvitnesbyrd]

Thanks for a nice review, and after have tried a couple of these models, I can agree that Beoplay H95 indeed is a excellent headset. I will also like to point out to mistakes mention in this video. according to the manufacture, PX8 has 30 hours battery with ANC enabled, not 25 hours. It was also mentioned that. H95 whas the lightest among these three. This is not correct. PX8 is 320 g, H95 is 323 g and Bathis is 350 g.

[@DHRME]

Thank you for those corrections - appreciate it! The weight distribution does make it feel like the H95 is the lightest though!

[@seunbaek2037]

H95 can only deliver low ends clearly here. Best feeling when you listen orchestra or hifi ost with H95

[@jyexe525]

Hello sir, I hesitate between Focal Celestee or H95

[@shanew7361]

How do I switch from Bixby to Google Assistant on the H95 using a Samsung Galaxy S20 phone? Also, can the H95 read text messages and respond to them with voice?

[@XdekHckr]

I don't understand why are you trying to say that cheaper and older headphones would be better (h95 is not better than px8). That's illogical, captain

[@zap...]

I just auditioned the Focal Bathys and the B&O Beoplay H95 against my Soundcore Q45. The ANC winner was the Q45 by a mile. Heres where things got strange. The Bathys sounded like something was not right. Nothing seemed balanced with the Bathys and when pausing the music and just having ANC turned on full, the noise cancelling sounded like one side was cancelling more sound than the other. It felt really odd. Is this normal? Maybe it was building pressure? The H95 did a much better job with ANC and generally sounded better - warmer and balanced. And the H95 felt better on my medium sized head. I was shocked how disappointing the Bathys were. The Bathys did not outshine my Q45's by much at all in bluetooth mode. The H95 are great but too expensive at $900. But I sure as hell won't give my money to Focal knowing what I know about the H95. Please bring back the sale prices B&O! I would jump on these for $750.

[@rodpinfold8824]

Flying over to The US and a few internal flights. €599 PX8 exciting and less accurate sound and best built. €799 Bathys sound bleed and cranky build issues however more audiophile sound orientation. €269 Momentum 4 better bang for buck. What are your experience and views?

[@DHRME]

Agree on all fronts!

[@sergei-prokofiev]

Lol dude I never knew you lived in oog in al. I Live there too😊😊😊 Btw do you know if there is any difference between the b&w px8 and the px8 007

[@heywoodx5353]

no difference. just a fancy color.

[@zap...]

What are people getting for real world battery life of the H95?

[@TheIrishMedievalArcher]

Please help me. Which one is the loudest??? PX8 or Bathys??? Please 🥹

[@AVICK_22]

Thanks guys for your videos, I want to upgrade my XM4 and was looking for B&W PX8 and after your reviews I'm pretty sure I will go for B&O H95. I'm looking for confort mainly and sound quality so I guess that wil be a good choice. Ty!

[@shanew7361]

I purchased the PX8 and the H95, and I returned he PX8. The sound wasn't as crisp, and the app was quite limited. However, I did enjoy the sound and the comfort of them, just not as much as the H95. I also got the H95 for $733 new, lol.

[@XdekHckr]

what are you talking about h95 are cheaper than px8. Why they would be worse?@@shanew7361

[@i3kel]

Does the B&O have a removable battery like older models?

[@joaoveiga3382]

No

[@GEFELICITEERD45]

Yes the same battery model are 3 years old

[@djfx549]

@dhrme - I own both the Bathys and PX8. I tried BO H95 and the sound characteristics is not my preferred choice. Not sure how your analysis found the BO is consider better sound between Bathys and PX8.

[@hunterg.6310]

Which do you prefer sound wise, ANC, and overall?

[@HeiligerBimBam9]

because they got it for free, they even mention it in the video. Influencers be like...

[@wojciechpatalas6660]

I was torn between px8 and Bathys. And although I am all Focal team I ended with PX8. Just preferring pure joy of listening over technical precision. H95 is just not in theirs league. Sound is bland at best, ANC is weak and they just feel flimsy in hands. I wonder why so many YT channels pushing them so hard? 😂😂

[@djfx549]

@@hunterg.6310 PX8

[@djfx549]

@@wojciechpatalas6660 BO give YT reviewers free stuff... 😀

[@yourtubisfilled7164]

Great overview. The best advice is at the end of the video though. Hold out before you click that buy button :P

[@HSNG10]

If only B&O collaborates with Sony. Sony provides the ANC tech and B&O the sound engineering and overall headphone design. That headphone will be a killer.

[@whitemint9970]

B&W px8 is soft and good. And I hope the battery gets fixed soon.

[@denislemieux7294]

@DHRME What about the newly released Master & Dynamic MW75? $599.00 oooh…. They look sweet.

[@seunbaek2037]

No…. Dodge them fr. Before testing sounds it is not ergonomically designed

[@VitiateTheImmortal]

Trying to decide between bathys and H95s here. Lol tough choice i fear the low volume with B&O but love the design

[@xo121w]

B&O suck. PX8 much better

[@DinaSan1]

Which one of these presses the least on the crown? My crown's pretty sensitive 😅

[@DHRME]

Focal / B&O. But everyone's heads are different!

[@DinaSan1]

@@DHRME Thanks! :D

[@Andyhandle]

Does the B&O have an inbuilt DAC, that's something very useful for me, more so for home listening, including for source devices that have usb c🙂 For now I'm making use of my Edifier stax spirit s3 for wireless headphones (they sound better wired). But the app and usability (and issues with comfort) mean I'm looking for a replacement!

[@DHRME]

Yup you can play via USB

[@Andyhandle]

@@DHRME forgot to mention, great review. You bring out lots of great points. I like what I'd heard of the Focal and for my intended use. However, it's expensive. I'm wondering about just going for AirPods Pro 2 for use out and about, size being a key difference, though I like the idea of spatial audio. At home using wired IEMs and headphones (occasionally going for headphones outdoors when it's cold and dry, to act as earwarmers).

[@tonytramonti5828]

These are on offer now in a shop in Bulberhampton so if you wanna go you go to hill and go down.

[@neilp8049]

Been watching you guys forever! What in your opinion is the best headphone for bassheads that you’ve tried?

[@DHRME]

The Cleer Alpha!