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Bowers Wilkins P7 Wired Over Ear Headphones Black
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.1
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/10
Total Reviews
473
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201
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Sound Quality
92sound quality, b, noise, instruments, classical
+97%
-3%
" ... I choose not to listen from any other headphone. ... "
" ... Simply put, they sound superior and feel SO much more comfortable than the competitors' headphones. ... "
" ... Simply put, they sound superior and feel SO much more comfortable than the competitors' headphones. ... "
" ... Met expectations for sound quality and ease of use. ... "
" ... Met expectations for sound quality and ease of use. ... "
" ... or just relax for enjoyment and for the pleasures of music and art! ... "
" ... or just relax for enjoyment and for the pleasures of music and art! ... "
" ... Best sound I’ve experienced. ... Music will never be the same. ... "
Comfort
53comfort, p7, ears, earpads, cups
+89%
-11%
" ... Simply put, they sound superior and feel SO much more comfortable than the competitors' headphones. ... The leather used on the ear cups is also of good quality, comfortable for long periods of time and never too hot. ... "
" ... Simply put, they sound superior and feel SO much more comfortable than the competitors' headphones. ... The leather used on the ear cups is also of good quality, comfortable for long periods of time and never too hot. ... "
" ... I haven't worn anything else that is as comfortable and sounds as good as these. ... "
" ... I haven't worn anything else that is as comfortable and sounds as good as these. ... "
" ... They are very comfortable, and I have not had discomfort as some people have described. ... "
" ... They are very comfortable, and I have not had discomfort as some people have described. ... "
" ... And the leather feels like it's made of babies. ... "
" ... And the leather feels like it's made of babies. ... "
Build Quality
35build quality, top notch, p7, headband, earpads
+100%
" ... I appreciate the materials B&W used in the construction. ... Yes, the steel frames make these slightly heavier than other headphone sets, but that translates into durability. ... "
" ... I appreciate the materials B&W used in the construction. ... Yes, the steel frames make these slightly heavier than other headphone sets, but that translates into durability. ... "
" ... The design is beautiful and build quality is high. ... "
" ... The design is beautiful and build quality is high. ... "
" ... Worth every penny and unlike many they come with a case. ... "
" ... Worth every penny and unlike many they come with a case. ... "
" ... And the leather feels like it's made of babies. ... "
" ... And the leather feels like it's made of babies. ... "
Bluetooth
28pair, pairing, wireless CAT, p7 wireless, initiate
+86%
-14%
" ... The Bluetooth pairing and performance has been flawless with a range of Android devices. ... Bluetooth calling works well and the inclusion of a microphone to pipe in ambient sound during calls ensures you don't walk around talking loudly. ... "
" ... The Bluetooth pairing and performance has been flawless with a range of Android devices. ... Bluetooth calling works well and the inclusion of a microphone to pipe in ambient sound during calls ensures you don't walk around talking loudly. ... "
" ... There is an immediate connection between the headset and my phone when I turn on the headset. ... "
" ... There is an immediate connection between the headset and my phone when I turn on the headset. ... "
" ... Bluetooth sounds great but not as good as wired, but the difference between the two is marginal. ... "
" ... Bluetooth sounds great but not as good as wired, but the difference between the two is marginal. ... "
" ... Bluetooth pairing with my iPhone was very easy, once I re-read the instructions that you have to press the ON/Bluetooth button IN to pair. ... "
" ... Bluetooth pairing with my iPhone was very easy, once I re-read the instructions that you have to press the ON/Bluetooth button IN to pair. ... "
Bass
27treble, p7, mids, hip hop, edm
+96%
-4%
" ... Bass is well-balance (with iPhone music EQ "flat") and great midrange presence with no upper-level harshness. ... "
" ... Bass is well-balance (with iPhone music EQ "flat") and great midrange presence with no upper-level harshness. ... "
" ... The V-Moda's are well regarded for bass but they can't go as deep and accurate as the P7's are capable of. ... The bass however does not affect the clarity of the mid range or high end. ... "
" ... 1) They are perfect for EDM and hip hop listeners (and any other genre that has a nice bass). ... "
" ... 1) They are perfect for EDM and hip hop listeners (and any other genre that has a nice bass). ... "
" ... Bass is fantastic without being overwhelming. ... "
" ... Just slightly bass-heavy, which I like. ... "
" ... Just slightly bass-heavy, which I like. ... "
Design
24leather, top notch, sound quality, p7, luxurious
+100%
" ... The design is beautiful and build quality is high. ... "
" ... The design is beautiful and build quality is high. ... "
" ... And the leather feels like it's made of babies. ... "
" ... And the leather feels like it's made of babies. ... "
" ... They are also just gorgeous! ... "
" ... They are also just gorgeous! ... "
" ... Finally, the look awesome. ... Craftsmanship is top-notch. ... "
" ... Finally, the look awesome. ... Craftsmanship is top-notch. ... "
Device Compatibility
15nexus 5x, pairing, macbook pro, initiate, aptx
+87%
-13%
" ... The Bluetooth pairing and performance has been flawless with a range of Android devices. ... "
" ... The Bluetooth pairing and performance has been flawless with a range of Android devices. ... "
" ... There is an immediate connection between the headset and my phone when I turn on the headset. ... The ability to connect to two devices at a time is great. ... At work, I connect to both my phone and my computer. ... I find it great, but if you don't like that, you can always disconnect from one of the devices. ... "
" ... There is an immediate connection between the headset and my phone when I turn on the headset. ... The ability to connect to two devices at a time is great. ... At work, I connect to both my phone and my computer. ... I find it great, but if you don't like that, you can always disconnect from one of the devices. ... "
" ... In wireless mode you obviously can't use an amp but they can be used wired. ... I have no problem driving them with my Samsung S8+ or my iPhone 7. ... "
" ... In wireless mode you obviously can't use an amp but they can be used wired. ... I have no problem driving them with my Samsung S8+ or my iPhone 7. ... "
" ... I purchased the wired style since I have no bluetooth on my component system. ... What really struck is how good they sound on my iPhone. ... "
" ... In this review, if I do not specifically name the connection (wireless vs. wired), you can assume it is wireless on a Nexus 5X ("just" Bluetooth), and in one case I will comment on the minute difference when I use it with aptX on my 2013 MacBook Pro. ... I believe the wireless connection is what most people who buy the P7 Wireless would be using anyway, but I will also comment on how the P7 Wireless performs slightly better in the wired mode. ... - aptX: In my case, I often use the P7 Wireless with my MacBook Pro (MBP) when I am in my office. ... However, the P7 Wireless sounds "great enough" on my Nexus 5X even with "just Bluetooth" (so-called Subband Coding, or SBC). ... When you power up the P7 Wireless, it will connect to the prime device automatically. ... For me, the prime is my Nexus 5X and my secondaries are my computers. ... "
Noise Cancellation
14active, isolation, cancellation, cancelation, sound quality
+100%
" ... I do wish that noise cancelation was an option for those who choose to use it. ... As good as they are, I returned them because the lack of active noise cancelation. ... "
" ... I do wish that noise cancelation was an option for those who choose to use it. ... As good as they are, I returned them because the lack of active noise cancelation. ... "
" ... Noise canceling is not nearly as good as Bose QC35s but sound quality makes up for it. ... "
" ... Noise canceling is not nearly as good as Bose QC35s but sound quality makes up for it. ... "
" ... Noise isolation is among the best. ... "
" ... Noise isolation is among the best. ... "
" ... So if you need a wireless headphone in 2017 and if you specifically do not need active noise cancellation (ANC), I recommend the P7 Wireless: to my ears, P7 Wireless confidently blows away the wireless offerings I have tried from Beoplay, Bose, Sony, Sennheiser, Plantronics, and Beats. ... "
" ... So if you need a wireless headphone in 2017 and if you specifically do not need active noise cancellation (ANC), I recommend the P7 Wireless: to my ears, P7 Wireless confidently blows away the wireless offerings I have tried from Beoplay, Bose, Sony, Sennheiser, Plantronics, and Beats. ... "
Frequencies
14bass, treble, highs, vocals, punchy
+86%
-14%
" ... The mids are more detailed than that of cheaper headphones. ... "
" ... The mids are more detailed than that of cheaper headphones. ... "
" ... Base is clean and tight, midrange & treble are smooth and natural across the entire spectrum. ... "
" ... Base is clean and tight, midrange & treble are smooth and natural across the entire spectrum. ... "
" ... These headphones have a very rich sound with a very large soundstage, while the Senn's are very crisp and clean in the high notes, but the base is a bit punchy at times. ... "
" ... These headphones have a very rich sound with a very large soundstage, while the Senn's are very crisp and clean in the high notes, but the base is a bit punchy at times. ... "
" ... Highs are crisp, lows are profound. ... "
" ... Highs are crisp, lows are profound. ... "
Battery Life
12life, hours, recharging, great sound, tests
+100%
" ... Batt life is amazing - 10 ... "
" ... Batt life is amazing - 10 ... "
" ... - Long battery life: In my tests, I often hit 15 hours before the power LED turns red. ... "
" ... - Long battery life: In my tests, I often hit 15 hours before the power LED turns red. ... "
" ... The P7's have a built in rechargeable lithium battery and comes with a USB cord to recharge the battery. ... "
" ... The battery lasts for for than ten hours (never ran it down so far) and recharging is fast (half an hour or so). ... "
" ... The battery lasts for for than ten hours (never ran it down so far) and recharging is fast (half an hour or so). ... "
" ... The P7's have a built in rechargeable lithium battery and comes with a USB cord to recharge the battery. ... "
For Travel
11qc20, p7 wireless, frequent, airplane, air travel
+82%
-18%
" ... I can't say they're neutral but they are fun for long listening sessions. ... "
" ... I can't say they're neutral but they are fun for long listening sessions. ... "
" ... They have worked out much better than expected for travel and are super comfortable even on 4+ hour flights. ... "
" ... Looking forward to using these on an airplane to see how they hold up to cabin noise. ... "
" ... Looking forward to using these on an airplane to see how they hold up to cabin noise. ... "
" ... For air travel, go with Beoplay H9 if you absolutely care about hearing the last bit of detail when you are on an airplane ... This is because I don't like any skull pressure on a flight and I found the QC20 the best solution on travel. ... "
" ... For air travel, go with Beoplay H9 if you absolutely care about hearing the last bit of detail when you are on an airplane ... This is because I don't like any skull pressure on a flight and I found the QC20 the best solution on travel. ... "
" ... now use on plane trips, but so far this has been the purchase of the year for me. ... "
Price
11beatsx, b w, 399
+100%
" ... Worth every penny and unlike many they come with a case. ... "
" ... Worth every penny and unlike many they come with a case. ... "
" ... Are these worth the high price? ... "
" ... Are these worth the high price? ... "
" ... The price is a bit high, but you will be impressed with the effort B&W has put into these. ... I highly recommend for anyone on the fence about buying. ... "
" ... The price is a bit high, but you will be impressed with the effort B&W has put into these. ... I highly recommend for anyone on the fence about buying. ... "
" ... But as I listen to music tonight I can tell you it's worth every dollar. ... "
" ... But as I listen to music tonight I can tell you it's worth every dollar. ... "
Product Reliability
10thebear, pairing, monhts, compelled
+30%
-70%
" ... After several months of use I give these one star. ... They stopped emitting a tone to indicate they are on and the tone for connected and off no longer works. ... UPDATE 12/14/2017 ... "
" ... After several months of use I give these one star. ... They stopped emitting a tone to indicate they are on and the tone for connected and off no longer works. ... UPDATE 12/14/2017 ... "
" ... stopped working after 3 monhts ... "
" ... stopped working after 3 monhts ... "
" ... - the audio feedback that you're supposed to get when you turn them on or sync to another device stops working after a couple of months, this is super annoying. ... "
" ... - the audio feedback that you're supposed to get when you turn them on or sync to another device stops working after a couple of months, this is super annoying. ... "
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