Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature

36 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
sound (16)
design (13)
durability (10)
comfort (7)
usability (5)

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price (6)
treble quality (1)
soundstage (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 36 reviews of Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature. The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Opinions about the usability and comfort are on the whole positive. The durability and design also get good views, whereas many are critical about the treble quality and soundstage. There are some mixed opinions about the reliability and bass quality.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Ryan Waniata (digitaltrends.com)

Bowers & Wilkins P9 review

Like a supercar, the bass-ey P9 are fun to take out on the track, but they're not practical for most of us.

Gorgeous and accurate upper register ; Rich and powerful midrange ; Sleek and stylish design ; Robust build quality ; Luscious bass response

Bass is often overpowering ; Tight clamping force

The P9 are capable of amazing moments, but their propensity to overpower elements with overwhelming bass in some of our favorite songs is tough to justify for a pair of headphones that cost just under $1,000. When we listen to a pair of top-tier cans...

Dec, 2016

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Expert review by : Vlad Savov (theverge.com)

Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature review: Beats deluxe

The Beats by Dre promise, the thing that's driven millions of people to spend hundreds of dollars on headphones for the first time, is an intoxicating mix of premium design and bombastic sound....

The bass is bananas ; Premium materials and collapsible design ; Choice of cable lengths and a Lightning option ; Easy to power with a smartphone

Heavy and bulky for portable headphones ; Condensed soundstage ; Treble is a little too polite ; Cost is hard to justify

Feb, 2017

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Expert review by : Todd Cooperider (hometheaterhifi.com)

Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature Headphone Review

The Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature Headphones represent the top of the company's offering, and exemplify their 50+ years of developing reference-level...

Very impressive sound quality. ; Classy, luxurious styling. ; Comfortable fit. ; Clarity throughout. Strong bass. ; Multiple cable options provided. ; Risk-free trial with free 60 day returns. ; A version in black leather

A version in black leather

THE BOWERS & WILKINS P9 SIGNATURE HEADPHONES Provide Exceptional Sound Quality, Great Looks, And Impeccable Craftsmanship For Just $899.

Jun, 2017

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Expert review by : Theo Nicolakis (techhive.com)

Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature Headphones review: Exquisite design, gorgeous sound

B&W knows how to celebrate. The British audio company is marking its 50th anniversary with a set of to-die-for cans.

Best headphones B&W has ever produced ; New angled drivers produce sweet, natural, and balanced sound ; Luscious, comfortable fit and luxurious industrial design

Lends a dark coloration to some recordings (or is that just the insane low-end frequency: 2Hz?) ; Tight-fitting headband needs time to break in ; Priced out of reach for many

Happy birthday, B&W, and congratulations on this awesome achievement. The beauty of the P9 Signature is surpassed only by its first-rate audio performance. Expensive? Yes, $900 is a whole lot of lettuce. But the price tag isn't over the top for what's...

Nov, 2016

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Expert review by : Steve Guttenberg (soundandvision.com)

Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature Headphones

Performance Build Quality Comfort Value

Unlike nearly every other speaker company that jumped into the headphone market with a complete line, Bowers & Wilkins has released just one (or two) headphones at a time. The P5 on-ear was first out of the gate in 2010; then the C5 in-ear and P3...

Mar, 2017

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Expert review by : Richard Easton (trustedreviews.com)

Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature

Bowers & Wilkins is celebrating its 50th anniversary, which is a significant achievement for the British audio firm. In the past, the company has ushered in new milestones with limited editions – loudspeakers with some serious audiophile appeal, but an...

Bowers & Wilkins' delightful anniversary headphones are a birthday present for everyone.

Oct, 2016

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

B&W P9 Signature review

A worthy pair of headphones to commemorate B&W's 50th birthday

Stunning midrange clarity ; Superb detail levels ; Weighty, agile bass ; Precise but exciting character ; Comfortable and sturdy build

Bass a touch on the rich side for neutral ears

Their price tag will be a consideration, but the B&W P9s wholly make up for it in the way they sound

Oct, 2016

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Expert review by : Rik Henderson (pocket-lint.com)

Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature headphones preview: For those serious about their music

It was only a short while ago when Bowers & Wilkins unveiled the P7 Wireless, a wire-free version of its then flagship headphones and they are top quality - worthy of a premium tag for sure. However, the company has just gone one better. There are now...

Oct, 2016

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Expert review by : Chris Martin (techadvisor.co.uk)

Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature review

Looking for the best over-ear headphones with exceptional design and sound quality? Then read our Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature review.

If you can stomach the price, the Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature are an outstanding pair of over-ear headphones. They look great, sounds incredible and are even fairly portable. They are a fitting 50th anniversary product but we wouldn't blame you if...

Dec, 2016

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Expert review by : Theo Nicolakis (pcworld.in)

Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature Headphones review: Exquisite design, gorgeous sound

What's the best way to celebrate your 50th year of existence? High-end audio brand Bowers & Wilkins is marking the milestone with the launch of an all-new set of flagship headphones: The P9 Signature.

Nov, 2016

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