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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£700
  • Avg. price in US: ~$800
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 30 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Focal Bathys review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.8

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.6

Technical Score

20.0%

8.6

User score

Very good
7.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.6

Sound

20.0%

6.7

Features

10.0%

5.5

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

7.2

Battery

4.0%

8.7

Calls & Controls

Very good
8.6

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

8.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
(448)
United States
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4.3
(448)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

Excellent
  • 7.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

  • 7.3
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

    18.0%

    2.0

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 9.2
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 3.6
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    2.0

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Focal Bathys is a premium high-fidelity wireless headphone featuring 40mm Aluminum-Magnesium 'M'-shaped dome drivers, delivering a broad frequency response of 15Hz to 22kHz and a low harmonic distortion rate of <0.2%. Its standout feature is an integrated USB-DAC mode supporting high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/192kHz, alongside Bluetooth 5.1/5.2 connectivity with aptX Adaptive, AAC, and SBC codec support. Pros include exceptional sound detail, a spacious soundstage for a closed-back design, premium construction with real leather and magnesium, and a long battery life of 30 hours in Bluetooth mode (extending to 42 hours in USB-DAC mode). Main cons include its relatively heavy 350g weight, the inability to operate in passive mode without battery power, and active noise cancellation that, while effective, lacks the top-tier performance found in mainstream competitors like Sony or Bose.

Technical Specifications of Focal Bathys

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.6

Sound

20.0%

6.7

Features

10.0%

5.5

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

7.2

Battery

4.0%

8.7

Calls & Controls

7.6
Focal Bathys has a technical score of 7.63 points, which is higher than that of 90.4% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

8.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
(448)
United States
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4.3
(448)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

8.6
Focal Bathys has a user score of 8.59 points, which is higher than that of 73.4% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
8.6
Focal Bathys has a popularity of 8.6 points, which is higher than 67.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.8

Overall score

40.0%

6.8

Price

7.5
Focal Bathys has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is higher than 74.3% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Focal Bathys supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Focal Bathys uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Focal Bathys uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

15 Hz
Focal Bathys reaches a lowest frequency of 15 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 58.5% of headphones and equal to 5.7% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Focal Bathys supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Focal Bathys is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

8
Focal Bathys has 8 microphones, more microphones than 98.6% of headphones and equal to 1% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Focal Bathys does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Focal Bathys supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

5.1
Focal Bathys uses Bluetooth version 5.1, newer Bluetooth version than 83.9% of headphones and equal to 1.6% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

15 m
Focal Bathys offers a Bluetooth range of 15 m, higher Bluetooth range than 84.2% of headphones and equal to 6.2% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Focal Bathys supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Focal Bathys supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Focal Bathys supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Focal Bathys works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Focal Bathys supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

30 hours
Focal Bathys offers battery life of 30 hours, higher battery life than 46% of headphones and equal to 10.5% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

30 hours
Focal Bathys offers battery life with ANC of 30 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 43.2% of headphones and equal to 8.8% of headphones.
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

1.5 hours
Focal Bathys needs 1.5 hours to charge, lower charging time than 87.8% of headphones and equal to 7% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Focal Bathys supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

1,060 mAh
Focal Bathys has a battery capacity of 1060 mAh, higher battery capacity than 92.8% of headphones and equal to 0.3% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Focal
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

350 g
Focal Bathys weighs 350 g, heavier than 91.1% of headphones and equal to 0.8% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

5.7
Focal Bathys has a clamp force of 5.7, higher clamp force than 81.3% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
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Focal Bathys vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Focal Bathys supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Focal Bathys supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • EQ customization
    Focal Bathys supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
    When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Focal Bathys supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • Spatial audio support
    Focal Bathys supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Focal Bathys supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Focal Bathys offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Focal Bathys offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Focal Bathys offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Focal Bathys offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Focal Bathys includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Focal Bathys includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 7 more microphones
    Focal Bathys has more microphones than the average headphone (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
    When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2

    Focal Bathys has more microphones than the average headphone (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.8 vs 1
  • 5 m longer Bluetooth range
    Focal Bathys has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (15 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
    What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
    When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=10 m

    Focal Bathys has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (15 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.15 m vs 10 m
  • 10 mm more spacious earcup height
    Focal Bathys offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (70 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 7 mm more spacious earcup width
    Focal Bathys offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (50 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Focal Bathys supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Focal Bathys supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    Focal Bathys has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 2,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Focal Bathys has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (22,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 2 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Focal Bathys has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (104 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 0.5 hours shorter charging time
    Focal Bathys has a lower charging time than the average headphone (1.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 76.7% higher battery capacity
    Focal Bathys has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (1,060 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • USB-C charging
    Focal Bathys uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Focal Bathys has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Focal Bathys offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • 5 m longer Bluetooth range
    Focal Bathys has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (15 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
  • Clear call microphone
    Focal Bathys offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Focal Bathys includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 7 more microphones
    Focal Bathys has more microphones than the average headphone (8 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Focal Bathys reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Focal Bathys supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Focal Bathys includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • EQ customization
    Focal Bathys supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

Total
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 60.6% higher weight
    Focal Bathys is heavier than the average headphone (350 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 1.4 higher clamp force
    Focal Bathys has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.7 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    Focal Bathys has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
  • 60.6% higher weight
    Focal Bathys is heavier than the average headphone (350 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Focal Bathys is heavier than the average headphone (350 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.350 g vs 218 g
  • 1.4 higher clamp force
    Focal Bathys has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.7 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
    When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Focal Bathys has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.7 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.5.7 vs 4.3
  • 7.78x more expensive
    Focal Bathys is more expensive than the average headphone (£700 vs £90).
    Focal Bathys is more expensive than the average headphone (£700 vs £90).£700 vs £90
  • 10 dB lower max SPL
    Focal Bathys has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    What it is: Maximum safe sound pressure level
    When it matters: When high-volume headroom is part of your use case.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=116 dB

    Focal Bathys has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.100 dB vs 110 dB
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Sound

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
448 Reviews
United States
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4.3
448 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Focal Bathys?

  • Exceptional high-fidelity sound quality with a detailed and neutral profile
  • Expansive soundstage and precise imaging for a closed-back wireless headphone
  • Integrated high-resolution USB-C DAC mode (up to 24-bit/192kHz)
  • Premium build quality featuring leather, magnesium, and aluminum materials
  • Stable and generally comfortable fit for most head shapes
  • Strong battery life (approx. 30 hours) with fast charging support
  • Physical button controls are tactile and easy to use compared to touch panels

What customers dislike about Focal Bathys?

  • Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is effective but trails behind Sony and Bose leaders
  • High price point compared to other flagship wireless ANC headphones
  • Bulky and heavy design (approx. 350g) can lead to headband hotspots during long sessions
  • Noticeable noise floor or 'hiss' in some units, especially with the LED logo turned on
  • Transparency mode is often described as average or containing audible static
  • No passive mode; the headphones must be powered on even when using a wired connection
  • Subpar call quality with a muffled microphone performance
  • Simplistic and sometimes glitchy companion app with limited EQ bands

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headfonics.com
08/10/2022
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The Focal Bathys headphones are characterized by Headfonics as a premium, audiophile-focused wireless option featuring a luxurious design, excellent ergonomics, and a balanced, natural soundstage. Key pros include high-resolution audio via USB-DAC mode, versatile connectivity (Bluetooth 5.2, aptX Adaptive), and strong battery life, with 30 hours over Bluetooth and up to 42 hours in...Read more

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The Focal Bathys are premium wireless noise-cancelling headphones that successfully bring high-end audio quality to the Bluetooth market. Named after a deep-sea submarine to evoke a sense of calm and silence, they offer a big, spacious, and clear sound with a warm, full-bodied tonal balance. Built beautifully with aluminium details and thick leather ear pads, they look and feel...Read more

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16/11/2022
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The Focal Bathys ($699–$799) are high-end, wireless over-ear Bluetooth 5.1 headphones that successfully bring the French manufacturer’s audiophile pedigree into a portable, active noise-cancelling (ANC) design. A standout feature is their versatile DAC mode, which supports high-resolution 24-bit/192kHz audio over a wired USB-C connection for superior sound quality. Reviewer Jerry...Read more

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17/12/2022
Focal Bathys Review – Moving the Goalposts

The Focal Bathys stands out in the wireless noise-cancelling market by delivering an audiophile-grade, Harman-curve-inspired tuning that emphasizes balanced sound over excessive bass warmth. Its primary pros include a highly natural and articulate midrange with excellent vocal separation, a controlled and responsive sub-bass emphasis that prevents bloat, and a crisp, organic treble...Read more

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wired.com
06/03/2023
Focal Bathys Review: The Ultimate

The Focal Bathys are premium, high-end wireless noise-cancelling headphones designed for audiophiles who refuse to compromise on sound quality while traveling. The reviewer praises their stunning magnesium and aluminum design, exceptional comfort, and a generous 30-hour battery life. Sonically, they deliver a buttery-smooth performance with a wide soundstage and excellent instrument...Read more

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soundguys.com
03/05/2023
Focal Bathys Review

The SoundGuys review of the Focal Bathys highlights these headphones as a premium active noise-cancelling option for audiophiles, featuring a high-end build of black resin, aluminum, and magnesium, alongside comfortable ear pads and a durable case. The headphones offer outstanding sound detail and an expansive soundstage through Bluetooth, USB-DAC mode, and analog connections....Read more

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techgearlab.com
12/12/2025
Focal Bathys Review | Tested & Rated

The Focal Bathys are a dream for audiophiles, delivering unmatched sound quality, exceptional detail, and a highly expansive, deep soundstage for a closed-back wireless headphone. It achieves a neutral yet expressive sound profile where no single frequency dominates, allowing listeners to clearly discern fine audio textures and nuances. Additional pros include premium construction...Read more

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rtings.com
31/03/2026
Focal Bathys Wireless Headphones Review", "Focal Bathys Wireless Over-Ear Headphones Review

The Focal Bathys are premium, audiophile-focused wireless headphones that offer exceptional audio reproduction accuracy, featuring a well-balanced sound profile and an integrated USB-DAC mode for high-resolution wired listening. They boast a comfortable, premium build with effective active noise cancelling (ANC) and around 30 hours of battery life, making them suitable for travel...Read more

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hifi.de
06/08/2023
Focal Bathys Review: Elegant High-End Audio for on the Go", "Focal Bathys in the Test: Stylish High-End Headphones for Travel

The Focal Bathys is an over-ear Bluetooth headphone featuring active noise cancellation (ANC) and an integrated high-quality digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that supports high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/192kHz via a USB-C connection. Priced at 799 Euro, it delivers audiophile-grade sound quality, characterized by powerful yet unobtrusive bass, clean mids, well-defined highs,...Read more

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avguide.ch
16/11/2022
Focal Bathys Wireless Over-Ear Headphones Review", "Testing the Focal Bathys Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones

The Focal Bathys is an exceptional over-ear headphone that seamlessly blends wireless convenience with high-fidelity performance. Operating on Bluetooth 5.1, it allows for simultaneous dual-device pairing and supports a wide variety of high-quality codecs including SBC, AAC, aptX, and aptX Adaptive. For critical listening, the headphones feature a built-in USB-DAC mode that delivers...Read more

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miniklangwunder.de
27/10/2022
Focal Bathys Bluetooth ANC Headphones Review

The Focal Bathys is an audiophile-grade closed-back wireless headphone that delivers top-tier sound quality, retaining the impressive impulse behavior and dynamics of Focal's high-end wired models. Out of the box, the sound profile leans slightly bass-heavy and boomy, but it can be adjusted via a 5-band parametric equalizer in the "Focal & naim" app, which saves the settings...Read more

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likehifi.de
23/03/2026
Review: Focal Bathys Headphones

Focal Bathys Review Summary The Focal Bathys marks the French luxury manufacturer's impressive entry into the wireless market, delivering premium aesthetics and an outstanding, open soundstage that mirrors high-end wired setups. Priced at a retail UVP of €799 (with street prices starting around €550), these over-ear headphones are crafted from a high-quality mix of metal and...Read more

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areadvd.de
19/06/2023
XXL REVIEW: Focal Bathys – Luxurious Over-Ear Headphones with Bluetooth, ANC, and USB DAC Functionality

The AREA DVD review highlights the Focal Bathys as a highly luxurious, 799 EUR over-ear headphone that represents the French brand's first venture into wireless audio with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The reviewer is thoroughly impressed by its premium material choices, including a magnesium yoke, aluminum accents, real leather on the headband, and an eye-catching backlit Focal...Read more

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stereo.de
30/11/2022
Focal Bathys: Bluetooth headphones with ANC in the STEREO review

The Focal Bathys is the brand's first wireless over-ear headphone featuring Active Noise Cancelling (ANC), drawing design and size cues from its premium wired sibling, the Utopia. In terms of pros, the headphones are highly praised for their excellent build quality, eye-catching design with a finely perforated shell, and exceptionally comfortable earcups that accommodate larger ears...Read more

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cuffiewireless.it
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Focal Bathys - The review on CuffieWireless.it

The Focal Bathys is a premium pair of over-ear wireless audiophile headphones featuring built-in Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and high-end 40mm aluminum-magnesium drivers developed in-house. Designed for listener mobility, they provide authentic high-fidelity sound, an impressive 30-hour battery life with ANC enabled, and an exceptional USB-C DAC mode that supports...Read more

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global.techradar.com
15/10/2022
Focal Bathys review | TechRadar

The Focal Bathys marks Focal's impressive first entry into the wireless over-ear headphone market, delivering an outstanding and emotionally engaging audio experience. The sound is highly detailed, spacious, and refined across all frequencies, but it truly shines in its wired USB-C DAC mode, which unlocks high-resolution audio decoding up to 24-bit/192kHz. Visually, the headphones...Read more

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fwd.nl
26/11/2022
Focal Bathys – Wireless Focal

The Focal BathysGo marks the French hifi manufacturer's ambitious entry into the high-end wireless noise-cancelling market, targeting audiophiles who want premium sound without the constraints of cables. Boasting an extravagant, brand-distinctive aesthetic inspired by its costlier siblings, it features solid metal yokes, a leather headband, and thick leather earpads that offer...Read more

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