NEW! B&W P5 series 2 Headphones Review

[@giangvu7902]

For what they are, the asking price is not steep at all. The leather is nice (also smells good) and the premium construction are well worth it. Furthermore, the sound quality of these headphones are just phenomenal and will blow many headphones at its price range out the water.

[@larrytaylor7369]

Great review as always, I just have one piece of advice, when you're dealing with a series 1 and 2 or version 1 and 2 comparison why not just say the v1 (version 1) is not as good as the v2 (version 2) because us as subscribers know what the name of the headphone is when its listed in the video title so it would make it easier on yourself not having to say the entire name of the headphone when doing a comparison on the old model and newer models.. just my opinion though, love all your videos as always!

[@HiFiInsider]

Larry Taylor thanks for the feedback. (y) :)

[@gerardstephens3278]

I remember trying these on at Jb Hi Fi a few years ago. I felt the ears heated up against my ears after a while which wasn’t very comfortable. Haven’t looked at them since. Had some P7s which were amazing and now looking to get the PX.

[@stephenspangenberg1909]

Tsup Mike. Nice vid... I personally very much enjoy and prefer when ur unboxings include opinion. Keep up the great work. Btw, would u consider the P5 V2 a neutral headphone?

[@HiFiInsider]

Stephen Spangenberg not neutral at all. Very midrange centric.

[@rbnsmd1]

Go to P7

[@hzd1494]

Personally in my opinion, as I noticed that you (consistently mentioned about the looks) but not sound, how I see it may be different for others but I would say it's partly about looks, but Mostly about (Specs & sound) like let's be honest Any pair of headphone's could stand out from the rest but I'm certain You wouldn't want to listen to them if they sounded terrible. Just my opinion from my taste in wanting what my $ pays for.

[@1111111139]

It sounds good like a vintage two way 1970s speaker with the 5 inch mid range and the 12 inch woofer which makes for a warm mid range Drivin Sound LOL.

[@shiningyrlife]

These are portable right? Right? ... I manage to find fault with them... Idk if you guys have faced the same issue but as I walk around with this on... it pick up hissing noise due to some minor wind... really irritating..

[@Mickice]

What I discovered with these pads is they seal on your ear locking in the pressure much like an in ear would. If you are not a fan of in ears these might not be for you.

[@sequoiagrovemetal]

I assume you test wihtout equalizer so you might prefer the soun dof one over the other. it is quite different if you make both sound as good as possible to your preference. I did that and found no reason to upgrade. I use Accudio to flatten teh response and from there add the deepest bass (both lack that) and highs (both lack that). but I noticed that the P5_1 needed no higher bass, while P5_2 did, and P5_1 needed more higher treble than lower treble, and P5_2 needed more lower Teble than higher treble. But after this rebalancing I was just as happy with the sound on P5_1 as P5_2. Ill get P5_2 when my P5_1 are broken. Most headphones cant even be equalized to my liking (sennheisers for example). I also like Shure and Audio Technica M40. I couldnt equalize AT M50 to my liking though. Noone of them comes close to teh clarity and crunchiness of hte midtone in P5 1 and 2 though. that cant be equalized in.

[@xBlutchx]

i think the p5 is the best looking portables on the market along with the momentums over ears imo, however id probably get the momentum for the sound, not sure havent heard the p5 2

[@Niidea1986]

B&W P5 or AKG K712?

[@krishnaprasadprajapati3165]

How can I get a headphone 🎧 pouch ?

[@timothyt7633]

Which one is better in terms of sound quality, Sennheiser momentum's or bower and Wilkins p5 s2

[@alexwhyte2505]

Timothy T .

[@2702]

From your observation its a bit tighter? No shit, its cause its new and hasn't been stretched out. lol

[@synaesthesia2010]

do you run headphoes in before reviewing them? as the diaphragm in the drivers is considered a moving part they always start out stiff and only sound they're best after around 12 hours running in, so reviewing is usually best done after this 12 hour usage period

[@Ragingfighter1]

I love my P7's excellent

[@HiFiInsider]

Ragingfighter1 P7 are good headphones. A little on the big side though.

[@alverman5]

Anyone knows if is there a shop that sells a new P5 or is totally out of stock? I don't want buy a used headphone. Any suggestion is appreciate.

[@Saagcastic97]

Our of the two headphones, (Harmon Kardon NC, and Bowers and Wilkins P5 series 2), which one would you recommend?

[@Tiger24kicks]

P5 series 2

[@sajida7305]

is this better than bose soundtrue over ear 2 in terms of sound quality ?

[@BenJamin-wb8yb]

Great video! Is it possible to put P7's cable into the P5?

[@HiFiInsider]

no it's not possible.

[@MrThemarty915]

Mike and when the review of the Focal Spirit One S !?

[@ukstevey]

I got a pair from Amazon and im pretty disappointed to be honest - I dont know if its normal but I get a lot of popping type noises if I move my facial muscles (eating for example) but especially when im walking around listening to music. Its really irritating, I guess its the flush against the ear pads leaking air with movement?

[@paul5.2r]

+ukstevey That is for sure NOT NORMAL. I have had my version 1 P5s for a long time and they have never done that. Yours are for sure defective.

[@gabrielbergman1986]

Please make a comparison between the p5's and the p7's

[@HiFiInsider]

Gabriel Bergman P7 sounds better.

[@rbnsmd1]

Absolutely P7 more better sound.If you have more spend money just go to P7.:)

[@187nellybelly]

If I like to listen to music with a heavy bass then are these good headphones?

[@tom-iv6lc]

Try grado sr80 if you like metal or rock.

[@feelgeorge]

I bough my p5 for £140 and sold then for £124GBP and bough my P5 series 2 for £165GBP. I am really pleased with the series 2

[@BCtechB]

+hifiguy528 how does the p5 series 2 's sound compare to the p7,does it sound the same?Cuz I really like the sound of the p7,but it's too bulky

[@HiFiInsider]

BCtechB P7 still sounds better. More refined.

[@rbnsmd1]

Yes P7 more better,have good separation ,good clarity , more balance .I'am working at B&W .

[@BCtechB]

robin chen Then,is B&W planning on releasing new B&W p7 series 2?Cuz I think the earpads on the p7 are a bit stiff,if the company could improve the comfort but still leave the sound of the original p7 then it would have been perfect

[@rbnsmd1]

Maybe B&W will fix it with series 2 :) ,same as earphone c5 original with c5 titanium and c5 s2 black

[@BCtechB]

robin chen ok,then I'll wait for the p7 series 2 :)

[@guillermomartin8248]

Are these better than the Beats Studio newer ver. 2? (being wired, not wireless)

[@paul5.2r]

+Guillermo Martin Bower and Wilkins are a giant jump from Beats headphones. The P5 V1 and V2 are a TON better than the Beats Studios. Sorry to bash on Beats but they don't come anyone near Bowers and Wilkins.

[@Tiger24kicks]

They are better then all beats headphones

[@bigterrapin5472]

How would the sound quality of the P5 be compared to a bose quietcomfort 35?

[@SMFJose]

P5 Win

[@topshot9730]

Please respond hifiguy (i am a loyal subscriber) or anyone really, what should i get the beats Mixrs or the beats Studio 2.0

[@HiFiInsider]

David Rubio get new Studio. New MIXR is coming next year.

[@topshot9730]

Even if they are the wired 2.0 studios? And Thankyou very much for the response

[@feelgeorge]

Can you please tell me what kind of oil/ conditioner you use on your P5 to keep the leather in excellent condition? Any one?

[@HiFiInsider]

just any leather conditioner for car seats is fine.

[@vitacell1]

Aminal fats are the best, but smells very bad. Use this one: "Elephant Leather Preserver"

[@Davedevosiongaming]

whats your opinion on the b&o h6?

[@oscarsuasa5279]

You should get the new beats solo 2 wireless once they come out

[@adzmobile]

In summary: Series 1 = loose, Series 2 = tighter

[@2702]

Not even that, it was just tight cause it's a virgin headphone.

[@kittyjewel]

Review the parrot zik 2.0 too

[@stephenspangenberg1909]

Gotchya... Thx

[@josephyip9042]

is it only work with i phone?

[@HiFiInsider]

+Joseph Yop no...

[@angelinef.larkin7772]

It's really a good headphone. Click plus.google.com/u/0/115436804991230069758/posts/48xDQuvwaDm to get Bowers & Wilkins p5 with the best price. Have a nice day!

[@Sortirai]

I phone and android ! 2 cables.

[@RaulFuertes]

El P5 1 tiene mas bajos, es mejor que el P5 2 y P7. Es un deleite.

[@Satfgk]

Still don't like them. Too mid-bass/low-mid heavy with uneven treble response. Don't like the P7 either, too U-shaped and not natural sounding. A lot better than the P5 models in terms of resolution and refinement though.

[@tastykimchiOFDOOM]

OPPO PM3 First looks PLEASE!

[@HiFiInsider]

Semont Mentos I'll look into those. :)

[@ellacollins8635]

You can visit plus.google.com/u/0/106636097632393903840/posts/MAjstEX4koT to get the link to purchase Bowers & Wilkins P5 Wireless Headphones with the cheap price

[@Willemmoseley]

sorry but i cannot listen to that snorting in your voice, move the mic further away, made me feel ill!

[@CThienV]

P7 is very very goofy. so much so i wouldnt wear it as a portable

[@RaulFuertes]

El original Bowers & Wilkins P5 es mucho mejor!!!!!!

[@dominikpelzer7959]

Third!!

[@xXParalyzeXx]

First!

[@1bboyred1]

they dont look very sexy