Why I put my Bose QuietComfort headphones away shortly after testing this competitor
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Why I put my Bose QuietComfort headphones away shortly after testing this competitor
"Few headphones perfectly blend design, sound quality, and everyday utility. Sony's headphones sound great, Bose's headphones have great design qualities, and Apple's headphones perform remarkably well with other Apple devices. Conversely, brands like Focal, which offer headphones with exceptional sound quality and minimal digital features, have a $1,200 asking price and weaker noise-canceling capabilities. Still, to many people, the consumer-friendly sound of the most popular headphones isn't good enough -- they want an elevated sound without compromising the most valuable software features."
"It's challenging to compare Bowers & Wilkins' headphones to options from Bose and Sony because Bowers & Wilkins excels in two critical categories: external design materials and internal audio component materials. You won't find faux leather or coated plastic finishes on the Px8 S2. Instead, the Px8 S2's headband and ear pads are covered in nappa leather, the aluminum yokes sport an exposed braided cable, and the earcups sport aluminum accents. The higher-quality materials not only give the Px8 S2 a more refined and elegant"
Bowers Wilkins focuses on combining high-quality audio, premium materials, and useful consumer features. The Px8 S2, the second-generation flagship, adds an upgraded Qualcomm chipset, stronger noise cancellation, improved wireless audio streaming, and new internal components. The Px8 S2 resembles the Px7 S3 in overall design but uses higher-end materials such as nappa leather for the headband and ear pads, aluminum yokes with exposed braided cable, and aluminum earcup accents. Those material and internal upgrades aim to deliver an elevated sound experience while preserving everyday utility, at a higher price point than many competitors.
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