Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones

Overview

The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 is B&W's original flagship wireless over-ear headphone, combining a 24-bit DSP with precisely angled 40mm Carbon Cone drivers inside an aluminum and Nappa leather frame. It uses Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive for wireless streaming, plus a USB-C wired connection for direct digital audio.

Noise cancellation and calls are handled by a 6-microphone array, with 4 mics dedicated to Active Noise Cancellation and 2 to telephony, and the aluminum arms carry diamond-cut bright metal detailing that carries through to the ear cup hinges. Nappa leather cushions with memory foam padding are built for extended comfort over long listening or travel sessions.

Rated for 30 hours of continuous playback, with a 15-minute quick charge good for 7 hours, the Px8 is available in Black Leather, Tan & Grey Leather, Galvanic Grey & Papaya Orange, and Dark Forest finishes.

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For clients across Central Ontario who want premium wireless sound without giving up all-day comfort, the Px8 remains a strong option even with the newer Px8 S2 now available. Its Bluetooth 5.2 and aptX Adaptive connection covers the vast majority of phones and laptops, and the materials and build quality are unchanged from B&W's current flagship. Use the Bowers & Wilkins Music app to manage EQ settings, multipoint pairing, and the assignable Quick Action button.

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Why the Px8 Stands Out

40mm Carbon Cone Drivers

Precisely angled drive units paired with a 24-bit DSP for reduced distortion and a wide stereo image.

Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive

Supports aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX, AAC, and SBC codecs, plus a wired USB-C connection for direct digital audio.

6-Microphone Hybrid ANC

Four microphones handle noise cancellation and two are dedicated to telephony for clearer calls.

Nappa Leather & Aluminum Build

Aluminum arms with diamond-cut metal detailing and Nappa leather ear cushions for long-term comfort.

Wear-Detection Sensor

Automatically pauses playback when you lift an ear cup, helping preserve battery life.

Buyer's Guide

Who It's For

  • Frequent travellers: Six-microphone hybrid ANC and 30-hour battery life for long trips.
  • Wireless listeners: Solid Bluetooth codec support (aptX Adaptive, aptX HD) for a wide range of phones and laptops.
  • Comfort-focused buyers: Nappa leather and memory foam ear cushions built for extended wear.

How It Compares

The Px8 shares its driver platform and build materials with the newer Px8 S2, but uses Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive rather than the S2's Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX Lossless support, and keeps the original's rounder silhouette rather than the S2's slimmer redesign. It remains a strong choice at a lower price point for buyers who don't need Lossless wireless streaming.

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Specifications

General Information
Model Px8
Brand Bowers & Wilkins
Type Wireless Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones (Each)
Available Finishes Black Leather, Tan & Grey Leather, Galvanic Grey & Papaya Orange, Dark Forest
Materials Used Nappa leather earpads and headband cushion, aluminum arms, diamond-cut metal detailing
Acoustic & Driver Specifications
Drive Units 2x ø40mm (1.6 in) dynamic full-range custom Carbon Cone drivers
Driver Orientation Precisely angled inside the ear cups to enhance stereo imaging
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.1% (1 kHz / 10mW)
Digital Signal Processing 24-bit DSP engine
Connectivity & Wireless Audio
Bluetooth Version & Profiles Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX™ Adaptive; A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, BLE GATT
Supported Bluetooth Codecs aptX™ Adaptive, aptX™ HD, aptX™, AAC, SBC
Wired Audio Interfaces USB-C charging and audio interface; USB-C to 3.5mm stereo analogue jack option
Smart Features & Microphones
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation with ambient pass-through mode
Microphone Configuration 6x microphones total (4x for ANC, 2x for telephony)
Smart Sensor Technology Wear-Detection Sensor for automatic play/pause control
Battery & Power Properties
Battery Type Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Battery Life (Continuous) Up to 30 hours of continuous wireless playback
Fast-Charge Performance 15-minute quick charge delivers up to 7 hours of wireless playback
Full Charge Cycle Duration 2 hours from empty to 100%
Dimensions & Physical Profile
Net Weight (Headphones Only) 320 grams (11.3 ounces) without carry case
Carry Case Dimensions (w x d x h) 7.44" x 2.48" x 9.17" (189 mm x 63 mm x 233 mm)
Included Accessories Carry case, 1.2m USB-C to USB-C cable, 1.2m USB-C to 3.5mm stereo audio cable

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