Over-ear noise-cancelling wireless headphones from Bowers & Wilkins with 40 mm carbon drive units, Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX Lossless and eight microphones. Bowers & Wilkins lists 30 hours of playback, and 7 hours from a 15 minute charge.
Bowers & Wilkins says that compared to the original Px8, Px8 S2 delivers its best sound quality ever from a sleeker headphone silhouette. The headphones are crafted from Nappa leather and die-cast aluminium.
Bowers & Wilkins on Px8 S2
Why you will love it
Carbon drive units and 24-bit DSP
Each earcup has a 40 mm dynamic full-range carbon driver. Bowers & Wilkins lists high-performance DSP with a dedicated amplifier/DAC and a true 24-bit audio connection.
Bowers & Wilkins says the 24-bit DSP and custom-designed drive units give a focused and engaging listening experience.


Noise cancellation and calls
Bowers & Wilkins lists Active Noise Cancellation and says Px8 S2 offers more immersive noise cancellation. There are 8 microphones in total, 4 in each earcup.
For calls, Bowers & Wilkins lists the ADI Pure Voice algorithm.
aptX Lossless, multipoint and USB-C
Px8 S2 supports aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX Classic, AAC and SBC over Bluetooth 5.3. Bowers & Wilkins also lists multipoint connectivity, Apple MFi support and Google Fast Pair.
The USB-C port is used for charging and as an audio interface. A USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable is supplied.

Design and Bowers & Wilkins Music app
Bowers & Wilkins says the slimmer silhouette has been ergonomically tested for comfort. Materials are leather and aluminium.
The Bowers & Wilkins Music app lets you set the type of noise cancellation you need and adjust a five-band EQ, according to Bowers & Wilkins.
Is it right for you?
A great fit if you…
- Want over-ear noise-cancelling headphones with wireless and USB-C audio
- Use a phone or source that supports aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, AAC or SBC
- Want leather and aluminium materials and carbon drive units
Worth knowing
- Battery life of 30 hours is Bowers & Wilkins' playback figure
- Bluetooth is wireless; the supplied USB-C to 3.5 mm cable is for wired listening
- Bowers & Wilkins lists Px7 S3 with bio-cellulose drivers and a fabric finish, if you want to compare
- Todds lists two finishes: Black and Warm Stone
Build your system
Px8 S2 works with any Bluetooth or USB-C source.
- Compare: See the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 headphones, which Bowers & Wilkins lists with bio-cellulose drivers and a fabric finish
- Earbuds: See the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8 earbuds or Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 earbuds
- More headphones: Browse headphones
Specifications
Audio and wireless
| Wearing style | Over-ear noise-cancelling headphones |
|---|---|
| Drive units | 2 x 40 mm dynamic full-range carbon driver |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with aptX Lossless |
| Codecs | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX Classic, AAC, SBC |
| Technical features | High-performance DSP with dedicated amplifier/DAC, true 24-bit audio connection, 5-band customisable EQ plus TrueSound mode, multipoint connectivity, Active Noise Cancellation, USB-C charging and audio interface, Apple MFi support, Google Fast Pair |
| Microphones | 8 in total (4 per earcup) |
| Voice call algorithm | ADI Pure Voice |
Battery and charging
| Battery type | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
|---|---|
| Battery life | 30 hours playback |
| Fast charge | 15 minute charge = 7 hours playback |
| Charging | USB-C |
Physical
| Weight | 0.31 kg (headphones) |
|---|---|
| Carry case dimensions | 177 mm (w) x 60 mm (d) x 234 mm (h) |
| Materials | Leather, aluminium |
Specifications from Bowers & Wilkins' Australian Px8 S2 page, checked November 2026.
What is in the box
- Px8 S2 headphones
- Carry case
- 1.2 m USB-C to 3.5 mm stereo jack audio cable
- 1.2 m USB-C to USB-C cable
Questions people ask
How long does the battery last?
Bowers & Wilkins lists 30 hours of playback, and 7 hours of playback from a 15 minute charge.
Which Bluetooth codecs does it support?
aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX Classic, AAC and SBC, over Bluetooth 5.3.
Can I use it with a cable?
Yes. Bowers & Wilkins supplies a 1.2 m USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable, and the USB-C port works as an audio interface.
Does it have noise cancellation?
Yes. Bowers & Wilkins lists Active Noise Cancellation and 8 microphones.
What is in the box?
The headphones, a carry case, a USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable and a USB-C to USB-C cable.