For a long time I chose and tried several models from Bose QC 1, BaW PX8S1 or Sony XM6. And I've learned that perfect headphones probably don't exist. And in fact, it's not even PX7s3. But. The only blemish is the insanely bad ANC. Possibly also Aware mode. Or rather, as long as you play the music loud, it's fine. However, if you want to "relax" or listen to a podcast undisturbed, for example on public transport or somewhere where there are people, BaW absolutely can't filter out most of the ambient sounds, not to mention the voice. Sure, it's a question of whether to listen to podcasts on 10k headphones, but given how much of a difference it makes against Bose or Sony, it's worth mentioning. Compared to these two, the headphones are also quite heavy and the wearing is good thanks to the quality materials and weight distribution, but after some time they feel on the head. Of course there is sweating on warm days when it comes to hoodies, but that's probably normal when you have large areas of leather or leatherette on your head. I'm not an audiophile, so I find them excellent sound-wise and I think that in this price range you can count on excellent sound as far as blue tooth connection is concerned. The possibility of transmitting sound via cable, then, takes this to another level. The main advantage of these headphones is the workmanship and materials used. Sure, the PX8 series is a level up, but even next to the PX7s3, the plastic Bose and downright crappy XM6 look like a litre of marketplace headphones. The aluminum just looks ultra-premium. The workmanship of the headstock is also excellent. Also slim design, where the earlobes are flat compared to the competition and the "Daddy effect" is minimal here. They look simply luxurious and elegant on the head. Also thanks to its design, which is not foldable (but I see no reason why it should be, I would not fold the headphones for 10k and put them in a bag somewhere in my backpack), but again when removed they sit perfectly on the neck without any obstruction unlike the others and can be comfortably walk in them. Connection is fast and reliable, notifying you with a tone and beep when a second device is connected. But this doesn't work very well, or rather, it happens that the headphones crackle a lot and the signals are cancelled. Not always, but it shouldn't happen at all. And now for the price. Ten thousand for headphones is a big amount, but in the premium headphone segment such a starter. And yes. You'll know the difference. And yes, it's worth the money. Are they better than the competition? It depends on what you want from the headphones. I ended up getting the BOSE QC ULTRA 2 gen and I have to say that the sound is great with both, but the weight and ANC is definitely better with the BOSE and I probably prefer them and wear them in the office. But then again, I'd rather take the PX7x3 out because they just look so much better and are more practical. And as long as the PX8s2s are over 14k, they are also the best value for money choice not only from BaW, but probably overall ( I don't count the tragic Sony XM6s that fall apart in your hand and were almost right out of the 14k on sale for 9 )
