Focal Bathys MG Bathys MG Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear
The 40mm magnesium drivers with M-shaped domes, crafted in France, deliver precise, high-resolution audio with aptX Adaptive support and a 30-hour battery life. The USB-C DAC mode unlocks 24-bit/192 kHz playback, while the leather headband and memory foam earpads provide long-wearing comfort. These headphones are best for audiophiles seeking a distraction-free, high-fidelity wireless experience at home or in the studio.
form factor over-ear
driver type Dynamic
driver size mm 40
impedance ohms 80
Wireless Yes
active noise cancellation Yes
open closed back closed
bluetooth version 5.2
73 Overall Score
Price CA$1,699
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong mic (98th percentile) 98th
- Strong sound (96th percentile) 96th
- Strong connectivity (80th percentile) 80th
- Strong anc (78th percentile) 78th
Cons
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
What owners think
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.8 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
| Headband | Leather |
Audio
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Drivers | 1 |
| Freq Min | 10 |
| Freq Max | 22000 |
| Impedance | 80 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
Noise Control
| ANC | Yes |
| ANC Type | Silent/Soft |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| Multipoint | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 1.2 |
| Range | 15 |
Battery
| Battery Life | 30 |
| Charge Time | 1.5 |
| Fast Charging | 5 hours in 15 minutes |
| Charging | USB-C |
| Capacity | 1060 |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 8 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | No |
| Detachable Mic | No |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | Focal & Naim |
| Volume Limiting | No |
| Gaming Mode | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Focal Bathys MG Bathys MG Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear | Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT | JBL Live 770NC | Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 30 | 40 | 42 | 40 | - |
| Impedance Ohms | 80 | 48 | - | 60 | 32 | 32 |
| Wireless | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | 30 | 30 | 30 | 60 | 65 | 24 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Bathys MG Bathys MG Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear | 78 | 98.3 | 76.7 | 95.5 | 71.7 | 28.7 | 80.1 | 47.9 |
| Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 Compare | 97.5 | 91 | 92.2 | 90 | 71.7 | 79.2 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.5 | 99.3 | 95.8 | 99.4 | 71.7 | 50.3 | 97.4 | 97.5 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Compare | 97.5 | 84.8 | 76.7 | 97.6 | 88.9 | 79.2 | 98.8 | 59.5 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.1 | 97.2 | 84.6 | 91.4 | 50.3 | 99.9 | 91.5 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 87.2 | 78.1 | 95.8 | 47 | 68 | 79.2 | 99.2 | 66.2 |
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