And then I listened to the same music with the Bathys connected to my desktop computer in USB DAC mode. This brought things from really good to even better. There was an unmistakable boost in clarity. Strings sounded more defined. Vocal harmonies were more distinct. The sound was more open.

6moons

Bathys – Focal’s first wireless noise-cancellation hi-fi headphones – is a combination of exclusive technologies, refined design and comfort. With its Aluminum/Magnesium speaker drivers and Active Noise Cancellation technology, it delivers pure high-fidelity sound with the promise of an immersive listening experience. Bathys is the perfect companion in all your travels. 

Bathys incorporates Bluetooth® 5.1 and active noise cancellation technologies, providing freedom of movement, ease of use and perfect insulation. Its patented Aluminium/Magnesium “M” dome speaker drivers, made in France using technologies from the best Focal headphones, deliver high-fidelity, detailed, precise and dynamic sound reproduction. With its Active Noise Cancellation system, Bathys immerses the listener in deep silence for a full listening experience, even in the noisiest environments. Its integrated USB-DAC mode offers a resolution of up to 24 bits at 192kHz – a guarantee of high sound quality! Supplied with two cables and a carrying case, these benchmark Bluetooth® headphones will enhance all your travels.

Type Closed-back wireless headphones with active noise cancelling Bluetooth technology® 5.1 Multipoint Bluetooth range® >15m Bluetooth frequency range® 2402MHz - 2480Mhz Audio codecs SBC, AAC, aptX™ Adaptive, aptX™ Battery life 30 hours Bluetooth® Noise Cancelling 35 hours Jack mode 42 hours USB DAC Voice assistants Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa Other features Google Fast Pair Speaker drivers 15/8" (40mm) Aluminium-Magnesium ‘M’-shaped dome, made in France Frequency response 15Hz to 22kHz Harmonic distortion rate <0.2% @1kHz Microphones 8 Weight 0.77lb (350g) Carrying case supplied 97/16"x81/4"x23/4" (24x21x7cm) Control application Focal & Naim, iOS and Android compatible Connections Bluetooth® / Jack 3.5mm / USB-C®

And then I listened to the same music with the Bathys connected to my desktop computer in USB DAC mode. This brought things from really good to even better. There was an unmistakable boost in clarity. Strings sounded more defined. Vocal harmonies were more distinct. The sound was more open.