Bowers & Wilkins - Px7 S2e Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Forest Green

I own the previous model of the Px7 S2 and was curious about the new “evolved” edition. Outwardly, they look the same except for the nice blue color scheme (they have other colors but I felt the blue is muted enough to give a nice minimalistic finish). They feel really comfortable over my ear and the padding are very soft as they nestle against my head. The foaming in the padding are softer and they angle perfectly against my head. I can actually have these on my head for longer in the day without it pressing or causing pressure. Where they really excel is in the noise free and clear sounding. Listening to music or videos sound amazingly crisp and clear. This is where the evolved designation comes in, as they are “tuned by their expert acoustic engineers”. They definitely do sound better than last years model. When listening to podcasts or when in meetings, voices (both mine and others on the call) also come out clear as well. The microphones are able to pick up my voice and reduces any background noises that are in the same room as me. Utilizing the app is another great feature, as you can customize the equalizer or utilize the noise cancellation feature. Battery life has been very good, they are stated to last about 30hours on a single charge. They sync with my phone and tablet very seamless and am very glad with this newer edition.

The Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e Wireless Noise Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones in the stunning Ocean Blue color variant are some of the best headphones I have had the pleasure of using to date. Let me start by saying, these headphones are nothing short of a masterpiece. First and foremost, the design of these headphones are true testament to elegance and sophistication that Bowers & Wilkins have made here. The Ocean Blue finish is really sleek, and the build quality on these are exceptional. The headphones are not only aesthetically pleasing but also incredibly comfortable to wear. The memory foam ear cushions are lightweight and never once did they feel sweaty to me after wearing them for a 5 hour flight. These are perfect for long listening sessions. Bowers & Wilkins has truly outdone themselves when it comes to the sound quality in this department. The audio is nothing short of great. The headphones deliver a rich, detailed soundstage with deep, punchy bass, clear and crisp mids, and sparkling highs. Whether I was listening to music, an immersive action movie, or a funny podcast, the PX7 S2e headphones handled every genre with finesse, allowing me to hear nuances in my favorite tracks that I had never noticed before.The noise cancellation technology in these headphones is simply outstanding. It effortlessly blocked out all the background noise. Whether I was traveling on a noisy airplane, working in the office, or simply relaxing at home, the noise cancellation feature created a serene, uninterrupted listening experience. The PX7 S2e comes with a nice sturdy carrying case that has a pocket flap that stores the charging cable along with a 3.5mm headphone jack to USB-C adapter. The 3.5mm adapter is very clutch, especially if you’re someone who travels a lot and wants to use the entertainment screen on a plane, so you don't have to use those uncomfortable earbuds they give you. The battery life of the PX7 S2e headphones is impressive, offering hours of continuous playback on a single charge. The quick charge feature is always a nice addition, which provides hours of usage with just a short charge. This convenience ensures that my music and podcast are always within reach. I also appreciate the intuitive button controls on the ear cups, with the 3 buttons on the right ear cup allowing me to adjust the volume, skip tracks, and answer calls with ease. Then on the left ear cup there is one button with the ability to switch between ANC and pass through Audio. The headphones seamlessly connect to all of my devices via Bluetooth/power switch, where you just hold it up for a couple of seconds and it will go into pairing mode and you’re good to go. The bluetooth connection on these are Phenomenal, in that I have had zero connection issues between my devices and they pair super easy with everything. Overall, the Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e Wireless Noise Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones in Ocean Blue are a true auditory delight. Their exquisite design, unparalleled sound quality, top-notch noise cancellation, and comfortable fit make them some of the best wireless headphones you can get. I am thoroughly impressed and can confidently say that they have elevated my listening experience to new heights.

This is my first pair of Bower + Wilkins headphones though not my first foray into the world of luxury premium audio products. That said, it probably comes as no surprise that the latest iteration of their entry-level wireless Bluetooth headphone, the Px7 S2e (‘E’ for evolved), delivers a deliciously satisfying listening experience. These headphones are designed with style and beauty in mind second only to its exceptional sound quality. The headphones come with a velvet-lined, zippered protective case that cleverly stows the USB-C to USB-C charging cable and USB-C to 3.5mm wired cable in a magnetic compartment in the middle. The minimalist monotone color palette used throughout complements soft curves and clean lines in its handsome yet durable construction. Adjusting the flexible headband feels smooth and seamless and is free of any creaks or clicks, and they fold flat for storage. These cans are weighty at around 11 oz but don’t feel heavy because of how well-balanced they are. The leatherette-lined headband offsets and distributes the weight, and the clamping force is firm but not uncomfortably tight. I like that oval ear cups are tall and wide with angled interiors, giving your ears more room inside the cup without adding bulk, and the soft leather pads create a good seal around the ear for isolation. This design also helps contain and direct the sound from the 40mm drivers into your ear canals. Upon powering on the headphones for the first time, my smartphone detected it immediately and even prompted me to download the accompanying B&W Music app. After creating an account or logging in, you’ll add the headphones to the app by pairing over Bluetooth 5.2, so you can change its settings. By default, noise cancelling is enabled, and it works well thanks to its use of 6 microphones to detect and eliminate background noise. The mics are also used when making hands-free calls for clear noise-free pickup of your voice. Alternatively, you can use the USB-C for a wired connection (up to 24-bit/48kHz), if your Bluetooth codec doesn’t support aptX Adaptive or HD for hi-res audio transmission. Pressing the quick action key on the left earpiece switches to pass-through mode which lets the mics pickup audio so that you can listen to your surroundings without taking the headphones off. Pressing once more toggles ANC off, but just note that without pass-through audio, the passive isolation of the ear cups is still quite good and sounds around you will be dampened. You can also change the function of this key to activate a voice assistant instead, so you can ask your AI questions, make calls, send texts, and control your IoT devices. The position of the key is convenient and places it just under your thumb when cupping the earpiece with your left-hand. The power switch and playback controls are similarly placed on the right ear cup. Since there are three physical keys to press, the middle multi-function button (MFB) is textured so you can differentiate and identify it, which also gives you a reference point to locate the volume buttons above and below it easily. For track skipping forward or back, you’ll double and triple press the MFB. In the app you can view the headphone’s battery life, which can last up to 30 hours on a full charge which takes only 2 hours. If you need a quick top up, just 15 minutes of charging can deliver 7 hours of runtime. There’s also an automatic standby feature that will put the device in low power after 15 minutes of inactivity and an adjustable wear sensor that automatically pauses what you’re listening to if you take the headphones off (or lift an ear cup off your ear) and resumes when you replace them. Both of these features can be toggled off in the app as well. The only EQ adjustments you can make in the app are to boost or reduce the treble or bass by up to +/- 6dB. There is no advanced control that will allow you to adjust the mid-ranges or get more granular. Ostensibly, this is because the sound engineers at B&W have already tuned the drivers to give you the most accurate listening experience, as recorded, though some music streaming apps may allow you to apply additional EQ adjustments. Speaking of, the sound that the Px7 S2e delivers natively is truly enjoyable. A bit bass heavy perhaps, but in a good way. Even so, the sound overall was full and detailed with bright trebles and rich, clean textures. The headspace and sound stage both felt adequately spacious though not large, per se, which is typical of closed back headphones. However, I found the stereo separation and imaging to be clean and precise. Overall, the listening experience with the Px7 S2e is satisfying, immersive, and comfortable even over longer listening sessions. You can pair them with up to two Bluetooth source devices simultaneously, and the battery lasts all day on a single charge. I also like the option of using them wired, though I found the volume levels are somewhat reduced when doing so.

This review is for the Bowers& Wilkens (B&W) PX7 S2 headphones. I am thrilled to review these headphones because I am a huge fan of Bowers & Wilkens. I will not, however, give these headphones special treatment. I will review these headphones on their own standing in how they perform listening to music. I am not an audio snob, but I am an audiophile. I love music, and I love audio equipment that correctly reproduces music. After trying out numerous speakers for my home listening room, I settled on a set of B&W speakers. I did so because of the quality, nothing more. I listened to speakers costing 4 – 5 times more, and they didn’t sound much better if any at all. First impression: My first impression of the B&W PX7 S2 headphones was “typical B&W.” Upon opening the box, I saw the carry case that B&W provides for the headphones. It wasn’t a headphone bag, it was a high quality, rigid, fabric-covered form-fitted carrying case with a pocket for cables and a small charger. The headphones sat perfectly in the case. The headphones are a beautiful two-tone blue. They look elegant and expensive, a lot more expensive than they are. When I put them on, they were extremely comfortable. They seem to have found a perfect balance of grip without being too tight. The real test will be if they still feel that comfortable after a few hours of use. The pairing/power button is a slide on/off/momentary button that feels solid. It provides a good amount of resistance to make sure you don’t accidentally activate the momentary function. The other buttons are spaces appropriately, with the middle button being textured to help you identify where your finger is without having to count or remove your headphones. The USB port is both a charging port and a music port. If you have a headphone amp and want to listen to music through it, you can with the supplied USB to 3.5mm stereo cable. Test Setup: For this test, I used a Bluetooth connection to my Samsung S22 Ultra. I used Apple Music for the source, and played music from the genres of 60s – 90s rock, bluegrass, freak-folk, ska, metal, hip-hop, funk, rock operas, mellow, and instrumental piano. I spent about 4 hours on the first sitting, working through the entire list of genres. Later, on my second test, I listened to specific artists that I am familiar with so I could listen to songs I know and love and compare them to how I know they sound with my speakers and other headphones I use and love. I listened to Randy Newman, Dire Straits, Tami Neilson, Philip Glass, Efrem Bergman, Ludovico Einaudi, Rush, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, The Holy Modal Rounders, Anthrax, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Social Distortion. Performance: On the first test session, I went through about 100 songs in about 4 hours. I was expecting to hear the headphones differ in performance when going from one genre to another. But what I found was that the headphones performed equally well across the entire spectrum. The highs were very crisp without being abrasive. The mids were bright, full, and did a great job on the ends of their spectrum, blending beautifully with the highs and lows. The bass was punchy and tight, and I never got them to distort, no matter how hard I drove the bass. Next, I moved to the second test session, listening to fewer songs and artists, but spending time with each one. I started with Randy Newman, because his music is not redundant in that every song is its own song, and each song on an album is different than the rest. On his Land of Dreams and Sail Away albums, the headphones performed beautifully. The quality of the music was equal across both albums, with each song working the highs, mids, and lows differently. The piano sounded like I was there, and the imaging was quite nice, not something you get from all headphones. The next album I listened to was Dire Straits’ Love Over Gold. This is one of my favorite albums ever. It is a hidden gem, as I don’t find too many people who have even heard of it; even people who like Mark Knopfler and Dire Straits. The PX7 S2’s performed equally well on this album. The music really opened up, and the headphones did a great job reproducing the music, especially the instruments like the guitar on quieter pieces of music. As I went through the other artists, the headphones never ceased to amaze me. On some of my older music, the headphones did not make it sound better, but reproduced it like it sounded on a turntable back then. But when I played newer music, especially hip-hop, funk, and EDM, the mids were tight and bright, and the lows were deep and punchy. Never did the headphones strain from any music genre. Other features include a 30-hour battery. I believe this to be true, as I have not had the need to charge them up after the initial charge. The total charge time is 2 hours, and with a 15-minute charge, you will get 7 hours. Also is improved DSP for sound quality, 6 microphones – 4 for ANC and 2 for the telephone. There is only one feature on these headphones that are not excellent, and that is the noise cancellation. It does reduce noise, there is a clear difference. And it does so without affecting the music quality. But I have tested headphones that eliminate outside noise, and the PX7 S2s don’t quite eliminate the noise. Conclusion: The B&W PX7 S2 headphones are remarkable headphones. They performed beautifully in every genre I threw at them. They sounded better than headphones I have listened to that cost twice as much. The other headphones I have sound good but can’t maintain the same level of musical quality across the entire spectrum like these headphones. Some are weaker in the bass range, and one can get harsh in the highs if pushed. The B&W PX7 S2 headphones are replacing all of them and are my reference headphones going forward. In addition to the sound, these headphones are very comfortable. After multiple 4-hour long listening periods, my head and ears never got tired. The memory foam earpads cover the ear but do not put any pressure on it. These are some of the most comfortable headphones I have worn. I highly recommend the Bowers and Wilkens PX7 S2 headphones. Final thoughts: The thing to keep in mind with these headphones is how good they sound for the price. Headphones I have listened to in the same price range don’t sound this good. And with ANC technology and a wired connection in addition to Bluetooth, these headphones are a win-win.

The Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e Wireless Headphones offer a premium audio experience with a sleek design that caters to the audiophile in you. The standout feature is undeniably the sound quality – the headphones deliver a rich, well-balanced audio profile that truly immerses the listener in their favorite tunes.The build quality is impressive, featuring a sturdy yet lightweight construction. The ear cups are plush and comfortable, making extended listening sessions a joy. The design exudes a sophisticated elegance.The active noise cancellation (ANC) is commendable, effectively blocking out ambient noise for an immersive listening experience. The adaptive nature of the ANC adjusts seamlessly to your surroundings, whether you're in a bustling coffee shop or enjoying a quiet evening at home. The battery life of the PX7 S2e is impressive, providing ample usage on a single charge. Quick charging is an added convenience for those on the go. The inclusion of USB-C for charging is a welcome modern touch.However, no product is without its flaws. The price is a slight drawback. Additionally, the headphones lack customization options for the sound profile. Unlike some competitors in the market, the PX7 S2e does not offer an equalizer for users to fine-tune the audio according to their preferences. This limitation might disappoint users seeking a more personalized audio experience. In conclusion, the Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2e Wireless Headphones are a top-tier choice for audio enthusiasts who prioritize exceptional sound quality and premium design. Despite some minor drawbacks like price and limited customization, the overall experience is superb. I would rate the PX7 S2e a solid 4.5 stars out of 5, acknowledging its excellence but leaving room for future improvements in user interface and customization features.

Bowers & Wilkins - Px7 S2e Over-the-Ear Headphones - Ocean Blue If you receive these as a gift you will know you are loved. They are a beautiful package, with a rich case carefully cradling the precious technology inside. And they sound wonderful. The explanation for that look on your face is best explained by sharing them, if only for a minute, with nearby onlookers. These are a memorable experience for all the right reasons. SETUP: The newer Bluetooth versions have greatly increased the simplicity and reliability of connecting to your devices and even made connecting to a couple of devices easier. I downloaded the B&W Music App that provides connections or links to several streaming services. I’m an iTunes user, so these were not useful, and frankly, in the way, permanently. It’s my only complaint in the entire review and limited to the App. It’s at the bottom of this intrusive (for me) list of music sources that I found the tab that brings me to a suite of headphone management tools, such as environmental controls (noise cancellation, passthrough) and a simple Treble/Bass slide control. CONTROLS: More useful and exceptionally easy to find and engage are the set of controls embedded on the headphone cups, themselves. The right cup buttons from the bottom are Volume Down, Pause, Volume Up and a spring loaded On/Off button. I love having a distinct, direct action On/Off button. In fact, I really prefer these raised buttons that don’t leave me hunting and guessing about my choices. On the Left Headphone Cup is the easy-to-find button which selects Noise Cancellation, Passthrough and Neither. I like nifty technology. But playing hide and seek with controls you typically use by touch alone is not progress. B&W gets this all correctly. This makes our lives easier. Yet another reason to grin. I needed to make a phone call during my listening session and both of us on the call were quite comfortable with the clarity. low noise, and volume of the voices. The B&W Px7 S2e are also very comfortable, with a reasonable amount of head and ear clamping, and a soft feel both resting on my balding head and along the side of my face. There is a bit of heat build-up over a few hours around my ears but the comfortable ear cups just need to be pulled away for a half minute to cure that. NOISE CANCELLATION: The only button on the Left headphone cup makes applying noise cancellation fast and reliable. I found the removal of middle to lower background noise frequencies to be obvious and effective when the sound was steady or droning. Even background voices took a giant step away when I applied the ANC. It’s not the absolute silence that at least one other headphone can achieve. However, what B&W achieves results in no effect on the quality of the program sound when ANC is engaged, There was no hissing. I couldn’t hear any adverse impact on music or voices, other than the background noise in the surrounding environment faded away. PERFORMANCE: The B&W Px7 S2e present every type of performance in a lively, natural, and accurate staging that balances all the elements in the soundscape created by the artists and/or producer. I could easily see these headphones used in a studio. The B&Ws manage to capture the widest range of audio frequencies while also reproducing the dynamic range of a program. They are smooth. They emphasize no particular frequency, although the bass energy could be bigger than I prefer. This was easy to control using the 2-band equalizer. The B&Ws manage to reveal subtleties in the performance that I’m not sure I’ve heard before. When I first placed them on my head I was surprised by the liveliness of these first songs, because I’m more familiar with a laid-back sound in many headphones. These B&Ws present a very realistic reproduction of music and accompany video programs perfectly. They are well worth comparing to other headphones in price brackets near and above their price. Very highly recommended. I think others will find themselves explaining their silly grins, too.

I have owned Bowers & Wilkins’ P7 (wired) headphones for years and have loved the build quality and the smoothness of their sound signature since day one. I couldn’t wait to see what their newest wireless headset with active noise cancellation, the Px7 S2e (the “e” stands for “evolved”), sounded like. B&W refers to these headphones as “entry level”, but all things are relative when your flagship speaker system has an MSRP of $100,000. Most people will equate “entry level” with $30 phones from a big box discounter, but these are not those. B&W has basically two over-the-ear headphones in their lineup, these and the Px8. There is the “original” Px7 S2 still being sold that the S2e evolved from, and there is also a McLaren Edition Px8 which is essentially a different trim of the “regular” Px8. The Px7 S2e has inherited some technical prowess from the Px8 in the form of the 24-bit digital signal processing, but lacks the carbon cones in the drivers of the Px8. However that does not make the Px7 S2e a slouch when it comes to music reproduction. The drivers in the ear cups are angled to produce a better focused sound stage, are a generous 40mm in diameter, and have the same low <0.1% total harmonic distortion of the top of the line product. You can see how technology marches on, as my P7 have a <0.3% THD spec. When you reach a certain price point in audio equipment, the sensory experience of the feel of materials and the visual elegance of the product takes on almost the same importance as the music reproduction. A Bowers & Wilkins product is a joy to hold in your hands as well as an optic treat for your eyes, and the Px7 S2e does not disappoint in either department. The world would be a better place if everything was designed as well and was built with as much care and pride. But these headphones are not simply form over function as the simple yet effective controls are laid out in an easy to comprehend configuration that can be navigated easily by feel. The right ear cup has four buttons positioned along the back edge that you operate with your right thumb and from the top down are a slide switch for on, off, and pairing, the volume up button, the multi-function button that controls play, pause, skip forward, and skip back, and lastly the volume down button. There is a small LED indicator immediately below the on/off switch to indicate if the headphones are turned on, charging, or in pairing mode. The multi-function button also comes into play when using the headphones for a phone call, as it controls answering a call, hanging up, rejecting a call, merging two calls, or muting the microphones. There is but a single button on the back edge of the left ear cup called the “Quick Action” button and it controls either the “Environmental Controls” which is toggling through Noise Cancelling On, Pass-Through On, Noise Cancelling and Pass-Through Off. “Pass-Through” allows some external sounds from the environmental or conversations to be heard without removing the headphones. Using the free Bowers & Wilkins Music app on your smartphone, the Quick Action button can instead be programmed to control the voice assistant on your listening device that is connected to the headphones. The ear cups contain sensors that can tell if one or both earpieces have been removed from your ear(s). The programming that is playing will be automatically paused when you lift an ear cup away from your head such as to listen to someone speaking to you, and if you remove the headphones completely, they will enter a power saving standby mode until you again place them on your head. The included accessories are a 45” charging cable which is USB-C to USB-C (no charging adapter is included), a 45” USB-C to 3.5mm mini phone plug to use with devices that do not have Bluetooth connectivity but have the appropriate jack, and a cloth-covered, form-fitted carrying case to hold the headphones that has a magnetically-latched compartment for the cords. The case should be billed as a storage case rather than a carrying case as it does not have a handle making it more suitable to be stowed in luggage rather than being toted about on its own. Having had the two big powerhouse brands in active noise cancelling headphones in our house, I can say the B&W technology is just as good in real-world use. Four microphones for noise cancelling and two microphones for voice make talking on the phone with the Px7 S2e a pleasurable experience even when discussing your car’s extended warranty. With colder weather approaching in many places, these over the ear headphones are a great accessory for listening to entertainment or catching up on phone calls when out for a walk as they help keep your ears warm in a way that ear buds just cannot do. The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e comes in four monochromatic colors, blue, green, light gray, and black. All are pleasant, softly muted colors that complement the luxury appearance of the materials. The padded surfaces are not leather, but are a very good simulation and in no way distract from the expensive feel of the headphones. If you are looking for a great gift for the music lover in your life, or simply as a way to reward yourself, I can’t think of a better way than with this strikingly beautiful audio gear.

I have never used Bower Wilkins products so this was a first.... I have always heard of Bower Wilkins brand reputation before but never had a chance to use their products. So I was super excited to try these headphones out. Setup was a snap. Downloaded the app from Google store and Paired with Bluetooth... Took all but 1 min. Comfort and feel is really good.. All day use is definitely a possibility because the foam is nice and squishy and the pressure is good. Headphones seal nicely. Use of noise cancelling and pass through ambient is good and easy to control. Sound quality is really good. I streamed Dolby Atmos and it held up fine. Treble and Bass are easy to control and distinct in sound. Super easy to control with right hand operation primarily and left hand button. So not bad Bower Wilkins. Phone calls were good. No problems there. Battery life is good. 3 almost full days (5 hours each day) use and I am down to 50% battery life. Comes with soft case and the headphones are just the right size and stores down nice and compact. Color of metallic blue is nice and different from the standard black or gray. Overall. Great headset for those of you who need to wear these all day long and need a super comfy headset. Added plus..... Great sounding headphones. I would recommend this product.. nicely done.

Amazing headphones with very crisp sound and solid ANC! I love the manual buttons which make them super easy to operate. Feels good on the head. No discomfort with hours of wear. These were a solid upgrade from the Bose NC 700.