How does the Bathys compare with the Bose QuietComfort Ultra or Sony WH-1000XM5?

The Bathys has the edge on sound detail and build materials. Bose and Sony cancel noise more effectively and are lighter and more travel-friendly.

Can I use the Bathys wired?

Yes. It has a 3.5mm jack and a USB-C input that works as a DAC with a computer or phone, bypassing Bluetooth.

How long does the battery last?

Focal rates it at over 30 hours. Noise cancelling and volume affect real-world runtime.

Are the earpads replaceable?

Yes. Focal designed the earpads to be easily replaceable.

Does it have a transparency mode?

Yes. A transparency mode lets outside sound in so you can talk without removing the headphones.

The headphones come with a carrying case and cables for wired use, including a 3.5mm cable and a USB-C cable.

Focal Bathys Wireless Closed-Back Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones

Q: Where is the Focal Bathys Wireless Closed-Back Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones cheapest?

At eBay, for $509.99, 27% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the Focal Bathys Wireless Closed-Back Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 39 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the Focal Bathys Wireless Closed-Back Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones?

15 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Amazon, Accessories4less, Music Direct, Headphones.com.

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What reviewers say

4.7 / 539 ratings

Owners rate the Bathys highly, praising its sound quality and build. Most criticism centers on noise cancelling that is good but not class-leading, and on its size and weight for travel.

What people mention

Sound qualityPraisedOwners describe a detailed, dynamic sound with impact that stands out among wireless ANC headphones.
Noise cancellingCriticisedReviewers say ANC works but does not match the quietest Bose and Sony models.
BuildPraisedThe aluminum frame, magnesium yoke and leather headband are seen as premium and durable.
ComfortMixedPads are soft and replaceable, but some find the headphones heavy over long sessions.
BatteryPraisedOwners report comfortably more than 30 hours per charge.
ControlsMixedPhysical buttons are reliable, though some want touch controls and deeper app settings.

About the Focal Bathys Wireless Closed-Back Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones

The Focal Bathys is a pair of wireless closed-back headphones with active noise cancelling. They use 40 mm (1 5/8") aluminum-magnesium 'M'-shaped dome drivers made in France. The drivers are lighter and smaller than those in Focal's other headphones, and the sound is tuned for use on the move.

The construction is aluminum, with magnesium yokes. The headband is real leather and microfiber. The earpads are replaceable. The Focal flame logo on each earcup has a white backlight that can be turned on.

There are two noise-cancelling modes. Silent is for noisy places such as planes and trains. Soft is for concentrating at home or in the office. A transparency mode lets in outside sound. Buttons on the headphones control the features, including the Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice assistants. The Focal & Naim app adds an equalizer, other sound settings and a Mimi Hearing test that adapts the sound to your hearing.

Type

Wireless closed-back headphones with active noise cancelling

Drivers

40 mm (1 5/8") aluminum-magnesium 'M'-shaped dome, made in France

Bluetooth

Bluetooth 5.1

Codecs

SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive

Wired connections

3.5 mm (1/8") jack, USB-C

USB-DAC mode

Up to 24-bit / 192 kHz