--- product_id: 6471165 title: "Bowers & Wilkins P5 S2 Series 2 On Ear Headphones with HiFi Drivers, Wired, Black" brand: "bowers & wilkins" price: "Β₯3186" currency: JPY in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/6471165-bowers-and-wilkins-p5-s2-series-2-on-ear-headphones store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Luxurious comfort fit Advanced drive unit tech 17-hour battery life Bowers & Wilkins P5 S2 Series 2 On Ear Headphones with HiFi Drivers, Wired, Black **Brand:** bowers & wilkins **Price:** Β₯3186 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate your sound game with luxury and wireless freedom β€” don’t miss out! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bowers & Wilkins P5 S2 Series 2 On Ear Headphones with HiFi Drivers, Wired, Black by bowers & wilkins - **How much does it cost?** Β₯3186 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/6471165-bowers-and-wilkins-p5-s2-series-2-on-ear-headphones) ## Best For - bowers & wilkins enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bowers & wilkins brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Portable Elegance:** Lightweight, foldable design with a stylish quilted carry pouchβ€”perfect for the modern professional on the move. - β€’ **Hi-Fi Inspired Sound:** Drive units modeled after premium Bowers & Wilkins loudspeakers deliver rich, immersive audio clarity. - β€’ **All-Day Wireless Freedom:** Enjoy up to 17 hours of uninterrupted Bluetooth listening with aptX streaming for crystal-clear wireless sound. - β€’ **Luxurious Comfort & Style:** Crafted with real leather and memory foam earcups for a plush fit that looks as good as it feels. - β€’ **Seamless Apple Compatibility:** Fully supports iPhone, iPad, and iPod remotes and mics for effortless control on the go. ## Overview The Bowers & Wilkins P5 Series 2 headphones combine advanced drive unit technology inspired by high-end loudspeakers with premium materials like real leather for exceptional comfort and style. Offering wired connectivity with full Apple device support and a wireless variant boasting 17 hours of Bluetooth aptX streaming, these on-ear headphones deliver rich, detailed sound and passive noise isolation. Lightweight and portable with a sleek foldable design and quilted carry case, the P5 Series 2 is engineered for professionals seeking premium audio quality and sophisticated aesthetics on the go. ## Description P5 Wireless offers all the benefits and features of P5 Series 2 headphones, such as advanced drive unit technology and high-quality, luxurious, materials, but they also include Bluetooth audio streaming.These headphones have been engineered to deliver a truly revelatory sound experience, thanks to a drive unit design inspired by our Bowers & Wilkins loudspeakers. The drive units work more like Hi-Fi speakers, redesigning the suspension to leave the diaphragm dedicated to sound duties.High-quality Bluetooth aptX streaming allows Bowers & Wilkins to enter the wireless headphone market with the confidence that whatever your device, P5 Wireless can deliver the best possible sound your device is capable of supplying.P5 Wireless has a battery life of 17 hours of wireless listening in between charges. If you do run out of charge or want to use P5 Wireless with a cable for any reason we have supplied one in the box.P5 Wireless have been designed for music on the move. Light, and comfortable and wireless, they deliver pristine sound whenever you want, wherever you are. They even come with their own carry case. Review: Great Bang for the Buck! Bowers & Wilkins scores again! - These babies are my third set of headphones in my quest to find the perfect headphones. Let me just start by saying that I absolutely love them! First I tried Harman Kardon NC Premium Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones. The sound didn't bowl me over. I'm not looking for booming bass or anything like that. I just wanted something that provided a clean, accurate sound. I found the Harman Kardon's sound to be a bit too thin for my taste. Additionally, even with the noise canceling feature on, I couldn't hear my music clearly while on the plane. I sent them back. Next, I tried the Bose QuietComfort 15 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones. The first thing I didn't like about these is that, without the battery, they're useless. Secondly, the left headphone stopped working before I'd even had them for two weeks. Back they went. My next headphone was Beyerdynamic DT-880 Pro Headphones (250 Ohm). They're certainly not as sleek looking as the Bose or the Harman Kardons, but if they could deliver, I'd overlook their bulk and their cheap nylon bag carrying case. As I did with the other headphones, I took them on my next airplane trip. Unfortunately, they didn't make the grade. So much so that I ordered the Bowers & Wilkins before I even returned from my trip, and had them delivered to the hotel where I was staying so that I could use them for my return trip home. I already own a set of Bowers & Wilkins speakers for my home studio, so I was already a fan when the headphones arrived. When I pulled them out of the box, I was even more of a fan! They are the best looking headphones I've ever seen and fold in for easy transporting. As for the sound, in addition to being able to hear everything clearly during my 5 hour return flight home, I've also been using them to talk on my iPhone and to listen to music on my phone as well. Although they don't have to battery-draining "noise-canceling" feature of the other headphones, their "noise isolation" capabilities, in my opinion, work even better and I don't have to turn them on or off or constantly recharge or change the battery. I also love the smooth leather ear pads and the metal connectors. No plastic in these babies! They're the most expensive of the four I've tried, but definitely worth the extra bucks! Review: Great sound and value - I have used Sennheiser 598s for a couple of years now for general-purpose home listening, and wanted to try a pair of closed-backs to compare. I had my eye on the Beyerdynamic 770s, when I came across the B&W P5 S2 in my local Best Buy. I was able to audition them, albeit with some bland "world muzak" on a demo loop, and was mightily impressed. They were full price in-store, but the desertcart price was attractive enough to seal the deal. A few weeks in, and I am really enjoying them. The soundstage is narrower than the open-backed 598s (naturally), and they were a bit too bass-forward out of the box. But the treble is starting to open up nicely, and the mid-range is well-defined. These headphones are well made, with a "minimalist" design. Actually, I think they look very cool. I have a big head, and therefore have them extended fully, but the fit is comfortable. The pads just about cover my ears, and there is very little sound bleed in either direction. Not sure that these would be quite as portable in the "outside world" as some of the marketing suggests, but they are quite compact and fit nicely into the accompanying quilted pouch. The only slightly concerning aspect is that the cable is very lightweight and thin, and certainly doesn't give the impression of being anything approaching "audiophile" quality. I hope it's up to the task over the long haul, and it can be easily replaced. However, I would have expected something a little more substantial. At the end of the day it's the sound quality that matters - and the cable certainly seems to deliver on that front (note: I am using the universal cable supplied, not the one with mic/remote for use with a phone). Overall, I am very pleased with these headphones. ## Features - The latest edition features an all-new drive unit design, while high quality materials ensure a luxuriously comfortable fit..Connectivity Technology: Wired - Highly portable.Apple compatibility:The remote and mic are supported by iPhone 3GS and later, iPod Touch 2nd generation & later, iPad all models. The remote is supported by iPod Classic all models, iPod Nano 4th generation & later, iPod Shuffle 3rd generation & later - Series 2 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00NOOWVCE | | Additional Features | Noise Isolation | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Antenna Location | Calling, Running | | Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver | | Best Sellers Rank | #682,547 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #3,743 in On-Ear Headphones #8,300 in Over-Ear Headphones | | Bluetooth Range | 10 meters | | Bluetooth Version | 5 | | Brand | Bowers & Wilkins | | Brand Name | Bowers & Wilkins | | Built-In Media | Cable | | Cable Features | Detachable | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | iPhone 3GS and later, iPod Touch 2nd generation & later, iPad all models, iPod Classic all models, iPod Nano 4th generation & later, iPod Shuffle 3rd generation & later | | Connectivity Technology | Wired | | Control Method | Touch | | Control Type | remote,touch | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 211 Reviews | | Ear Placement | On Ear | | Earpiece Shape | rounded | | Enclosure Material | Plastic with Fabric Accents | | Form Factor | Over Ear | | Frequency Range | 20Hz - 40kHz | | Generation | 2 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00714346320240 | | Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio, USB | | Headphone Folding Features | Over Ear | | Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | | Headphones Ear Placement | On Ear | | Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | | Input-Device Interface | Wired, Bluetooth | | Item Part Number | FP36471 | | Item Weight | 0.2 kg | | Manufacturer | Bowers & Wilkins | | Mfr Part Number | P5 S2 | | Model Name | P5 Series 2 | | Model Number | P5S2 | | Noise Control | Sound Isolation | | Noise Control Features | sound isolation | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Series Number | 2 | | Specific Uses For Product | Running, Calling | | Style Name | On-Ear | | UPC | 714346320233 714346325207 714346320240 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 2-years parts and labor | | Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant | | Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Bowers & Wilkins - **Color:** Black - **Ear Placement:** On Ear - **Form Factor:** Over Ear - **Noise Control:** Sound Isolation ## Images ![Bowers & Wilkins P5 S2 Series 2 On Ear Headphones with HiFi Drivers, Wired, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81IGwxGKbeL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: P7 vs p5 s2, beside Over & On ears. What's really different ?** A: Overall weight and size. The P5 s2 is more portable, if that is important to you. **Q: How is the bass effect, and does this has sound leak in case of airplane travel, the person next to me will hear it...** A: By bass effect I guess you mean does it blow your brains out. No. I like jazz but listen most likely to classical. Given that I must say BWs are the best I've ever heard, including several on the $400 range. Revealing, balanced high to low, totally non- fatiguing. But I listen using a $1200 headphone amp which is bound to make a difference. The phones are beautifully made and comfortable. The best I've ever heard. **Q: Has anyone compared the original p5's with the p5 series 2? i had the originals and the earpads were a little hard and the sound was ok.** A: The earpads are very soft, and the sound is awesome, but mine are the bluetooth version 2 also. **Q: what model is the best to drown out airplance noise as well as being able to use on a treadmill** A: I would go for the P7's. The over ear design would probably be best for noise canceling. However, they are bigger and I'm not sure how well they would work on the treadmill. As a side note I love my P5's (series two) when coupled with a decent amp. They don't compare to my Audiez LCD3's but are a great "walking around" set of headphones. Much better than Beats or Bose. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Bang for the Buck! Bowers & Wilkins scores again! *by D***N on June 29, 2015* These babies are my third set of headphones in my quest to find the perfect headphones. Let me just start by saying that I absolutely love them! First I tried Harman Kardon NC Premium Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones. The sound didn't bowl me over. I'm not looking for booming bass or anything like that. I just wanted something that provided a clean, accurate sound. I found the Harman Kardon's sound to be a bit too thin for my taste. Additionally, even with the noise canceling feature on, I couldn't hear my music clearly while on the plane. I sent them back. Next, I tried the Bose QuietComfort 15 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones. The first thing I didn't like about these is that, without the battery, they're useless. Secondly, the left headphone stopped working before I'd even had them for two weeks. Back they went. My next headphone was Beyerdynamic DT-880 Pro Headphones (250 Ohm). They're certainly not as sleek looking as the Bose or the Harman Kardons, but if they could deliver, I'd overlook their bulk and their cheap nylon bag carrying case. As I did with the other headphones, I took them on my next airplane trip. Unfortunately, they didn't make the grade. So much so that I ordered the Bowers & Wilkins before I even returned from my trip, and had them delivered to the hotel where I was staying so that I could use them for my return trip home. I already own a set of Bowers & Wilkins speakers for my home studio, so I was already a fan when the headphones arrived. When I pulled them out of the box, I was even more of a fan! They are the best looking headphones I've ever seen and fold in for easy transporting. As for the sound, in addition to being able to hear everything clearly during my 5 hour return flight home, I've also been using them to talk on my iPhone and to listen to music on my phone as well. Although they don't have to battery-draining "noise-canceling" feature of the other headphones, their "noise isolation" capabilities, in my opinion, work even better and I don't have to turn them on or off or constantly recharge or change the battery. I also love the smooth leather ear pads and the metal connectors. No plastic in these babies! They're the most expensive of the four I've tried, but definitely worth the extra bucks! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great sound and value *by M***Y on September 11, 2017* I have used Sennheiser 598s for a couple of years now for general-purpose home listening, and wanted to try a pair of closed-backs to compare. I had my eye on the Beyerdynamic 770s, when I came across the B&W P5 S2 in my local Best Buy. I was able to audition them, albeit with some bland "world muzak" on a demo loop, and was mightily impressed. They were full price in-store, but the Amazon price was attractive enough to seal the deal. A few weeks in, and I am really enjoying them. The soundstage is narrower than the open-backed 598s (naturally), and they were a bit too bass-forward out of the box. But the treble is starting to open up nicely, and the mid-range is well-defined. These headphones are well made, with a "minimalist" design. Actually, I think they look very cool. I have a big head, and therefore have them extended fully, but the fit is comfortable. The pads just about cover my ears, and there is very little sound bleed in either direction. Not sure that these would be quite as portable in the "outside world" as some of the marketing suggests, but they are quite compact and fit nicely into the accompanying quilted pouch. The only slightly concerning aspect is that the cable is very lightweight and thin, and certainly doesn't give the impression of being anything approaching "audiophile" quality. I hope it's up to the task over the long haul, and it can be easily replaced. However, I would have expected something a little more substantial. At the end of the day it's the sound quality that matters - and the cable certainly seems to deliver on that front (note: I am using the universal cable supplied, not the one with mic/remote for use with a phone). Overall, I am very pleased with these headphones. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Good Sound For The Price, Make Sure You Get Series 2 *by G***N on June 27, 2018* A friend recommended these for use (music only) with my 32 bit LG phone. The sound is significantly better than my "mid-fi" bedroom stereo which consists of an NAD cd player, a Kenwood receiver & entry level B&W speakers (the speakers are the best part of the system; especially the Kenwood isn't good enough to show off the speaker's quality). Until recently, I hadn't used headphones since I was a teenager; with that caveat these are the best headphones I've ever heard. Others I've recently owned or heard include the Skullcandy Crusher (terrible), iHome iB95BLC, Koss SP330, & the series 1 of this model. Really the only negative I can find is the headband piece is a bit small. If you have a large head, these may not work well for you. For me they're tight, but just on this side of acceptable. 3 other quick comments: 1. I had need to s/w B&W Customer Support. They were phenomenal. Best CS I've experienced in years. 2. I purchased this set from Amazon Warehouse. They were labeled "used, like new, includes packaging which may be damaged" They actually are refurbs. While some reviewers have criticized the refurbs, I think they sound excellent; + you get a 2 year warranty & 3 months of free downloads from the B&W store. 3. This is IMPORTANT: The only cosmetic difference between the series 1 & series 2 is the color of the Bowers & Wilkins metal name plate. Series 1 is silver, series 2 is black. Amazon sent me the correct series 2 as I ordered. Unfortunately, I found out the hard way trying to save a few $'s that most of the B&W's on a competitor's site that were labeled "series 2" were actually series 1, & their is a huge difference in sound quality. The series 2's are much much better than the series 1. Highly recommended, especially at Amazon's Warehouse pricing. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/6471165-bowers-and-wilkins-p5-s2-series-2-on-ear-headphones](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/6471165-bowers-and-wilkins-p5-s2-series-2-on-ear-headphones) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-10-22*