Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature

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...

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

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

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

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.

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...

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...