With a Bluetooth 5.1 connection, active noise reduction, superior acoustic design and a USB-DAC mode, the Focal Bathys closed wireless headphones have all the qualities for a high-fidelity audio experience. This model is made of noble materials and has a stylish finish.
Wireless closed-back headphones - Active noise reduction - Bluetooth 5.1 aptX Adaptive - USB DAC 24 bits/192 kHz - 30h battery life - Jack/USB-C
With a Bluetooth 5.1 connection, active noise reduction, superior acoustic design and USB-DAC mode, the Focal Bathys closed wireless headphones have everything you need for a high fidelity audio experience. This model is made of noble materials and has an elegant finish.
Exceptional sound
The patented driver membrane of the Focal Bathys headphones is made of aluminium/magnesium and combines with the "M" shape of the dome to provide a dynamic, detailed and balanced sound. With its closed design, these high fidelity circum-aural headphones will deliver their potential for pure listening.
The active noise reduction technology offers two modes to meet all your expectations. The Silent mode is perfect for places with high ambient noise, while the Soft mode is ideal for concentration. The Transparent mode makes it possible to perceive the surrounding noise if necessary.
Mobile listening
The Focal Bathys mobile headphones integrate Bluetooth 5.1 technology with aptX Adaptive support. Listen to your music in total freedom with a maximum autonomy of 30 hours (Bluetooth + noise reduction). In wired mode, these headphones provide up to 35 hours of listening time. Finally, this model has a USB-DAC mode offering playback with a resolution of up to 24 bits/192 kHz.
Finally, 8 microphones with Clear Voice Capture technology ensure clear and audible conversations.
Aesthetic jewel
With its exceptional design, this Focal model will be a treat for your ears as well as for your eyes. Aluminium structure, leather and microfiber headband and elegant shells: benefit from all the know-how of the French brand.
And for a personalised experience, theFocal & Naim application gives access to numerous settings.
Main features:
Closed circum-aural wireless headphones
Nice bass extension, tonal balance
40mm aluminium/magnesium dome driver (French made)
Active noise reduction: 2 modes available (Soft, Silent)
Transparency mode: perceive the surrounding sounds
Bluetooth 5.1 connection with support for aptX, aptX Adaptive, AAC and SBC codecs
Google Fast Pair
Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa compatible
Integrated USB-DAC mode: up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution
8 Clear Voice Capture microphones: clear and audible conversations
Compared with the SONY XM4 and BOSE 700, which I've owned and used for several years, these headphones offer an outstanding sound experience. The sound is clear, rich, detailed and, above all, full. This is already the case with Bluetooth, but wired (USB-C) with a very high quality file, it's quite simply an extraordinary experience, akin to those headphones costing several thousand euros.
The only downside is that the noise cancellation is far from perfect, compared with SONY.
The headphones are heavy, too, but the design is so good that I can wear them for hours without discomfort, a feat of ergonomics. The headband is perfectly padded and the ear cushions are very thick.
I can't recommend it highly enough.
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by DNVG
Posted on 11 Mar 2023
Product bought from LDLC on 14 Feb 2023
Number of reviews: 2Average rating: 10
In my opinion, the best wireless headphones on the market and with the BIG plus of the USB DAC mode!
I have now had this headset for about 3 weeks.
I tested it for AUDIO listening in Bluetooth (APTX Adptive) on my Xiaomi 13 pro it is very good, the sound is much more pleasant, more open, than that of my SONY WH-1000XM3, the voice is much more present and much less muffled. The use of noise reduction does not affect the use of the headphones in BT.
I also used these headphones in USB DAC mode on a PC (Windows 11) and on my Xiaomi 13 pro with USB Audio Player PRO, there, the sound becomes extraordinary (if the source is of good quality, I use TIDAL).
I must admit that I was originally looking to replace my SONY 9.1 headphones (SONY MD-RHW700DS) for my TV (which is now out of order).
This Bathys headset works very well and the sound is very good in Bluetooth on my LG TV (very good spatialization... almost as good as with my old SONY).
I have no problem of delay between sound and image on this one (I use LG Sync).
On my phone everything is perfect (except maybe the little problem of the first connection but then everything is OK).
On my PC or on my phone (with USAPP), it's perfect with TIDAL as the source.
In short, I am very happy with my purchase, I finally have a real headset that can boast of being audiophile (in USB DAC).
As far as LDLC is concerned, everything has been perfect (I've been a loyal customer since almost the beginning).
I'm a loyal customer since the beginning of the company. However, as usual, I had a problem with CHRONOPOST, who didn't respect the delivery time (it's difficult in Marseille), and threw the parcel over the gate (I was at home), even though the parcel was against signature...
I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to get a refund, but I'm sure I'll be able to get a refund if I don't.
So everything is perfect (except for the delivery... but I was refunded).
NOTE: I just have a small problem with the USB cable supplied which is already not working properly (not too important but it is not serious from FOCAL).
