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Bowers & Wilkins P5 Portable on-ear headphones with in-line remote and microphone (Ivory)

Item # 749P5W

The P5s don't look like any other headphones, either.

The P5s don't look like any other headphones, either.

Item # 749P5W

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About the Bowers & Wilkins P5

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For excellent sound and comfort, try out this luxury "ride"

The P5s don't look like any other headphones, either. Functional yet refined, they're crafted from aluminum, polished stainless steel, and leather — you won't find any plastic on these babies. Their soft, sheepskin-padded earcups use memory foam to conform to the shape of your ears for hours of listening comfort. The noise-isolating, closed-back design keeps the outside world where it belongs while allowing just enough ambient sound in to keep you in touch with your surroundings. And because the noise reduction is passive, no batteries or active electronics are ever needed.

For excellent sound and comfort, try out this luxury "ride"

Whether you're riding to work, traveling cross country, or just relaxing at home, the P5 Mobile Hi-Fi headphones from Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) will bring you closer to your favorite music. Nothing but pure, natural, detailed sound without any of the "amped up" boomy bass or sizzly treble you often hear with other headphones. That's because B&W, whose professional monitor speakers are found in some of the world's finest recording studios, designed the P5s to reproduce the sound of the original recording as accurately as possible.

Headphones, angled view

Folding design

Industrial art you'll want to wear

The P5s don't look like any other headphones, either. Functional yet refined, they're crafted from aluminum, polished stainless steel, and leather — you won't find any plastic on these babies. Their soft, sheepskin-padded earcups use memory foam to conform to the shape of your ears for hours of listening comfort. The noise-isolating, closed-back design keeps the outside world where it belongs while allowing just enough ambient sound in to keep you in touch with your surroundings. And because the noise reduction is passive, no batteries or active electronics are ever needed.


Headphones with iPod

Built-in controls for iPod® and iPhone®

A remote built into the headphone cable lets you conveniently control music playback without having to dig your iPod or iPhone out of your pocket. You can even take calls on your iPhone hands-free, thanks to the in-line microphone. (See "Details" below, for a list of compatible iPods and iPhones.) The removable headphone cord attaches to just one earcup, so you won't have to deal with tangles. And the earcups fold flat to fit nicely in the supplied storage case.

From the review Bowers & Wilkins P5 headphones -- substance and style

"They were light enough for on-the-go listening with my iPod, and they did a fine job when I was ready for a serious listening session at home. Not everyone can afford a specialized set of headphones for every application (me neither). The Bowers & Wilkins P5 headphones may be made for the iPod and iPhone, but I think they're a good all-purpose choice for whatever type of listening you do — and you'll look incredibly cool wearing them, too."


— Ralph, Crutchfield Blog Editor and A/V Writer

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Product highlights:

  • portable on-ear headphones with closed back, noise isolating design
  • in-line remote to control playback and adjust volume on iPod, iPad®, and iPhone*
  • built-in microphone on remote for receiving calls on an iPhone
  • soft, sheepskin leather covered earpads and headband for exceptional comfort and durability
  • large 40mm Mylar® diaphragms and ultra-linear neodymium magnets for rich, detailed sound
  • frequency response: 10-20,000 Hz
  • impedance: 26 ohms
  • sensitivity: 115 dB at 1kHz
  • detachable straight cord with standard stereo mini plugs (3.5mm on player end, 2.5mm on headphone)
  • detachable mic/remote control cord with stereo mini plugs (3.5mm on player end, 2.5mm on headphone) for use with select iPod/IPhone models
  • full-size 1/4" headphone jack adapter included
  • quilted fabric storage case with magnetic closure for headphones and portable player
  • weight: 6.9 ounces
  • warranty: 2 years

  • *Note: Remote and microphone are supported only by iPhone 3GS/4G, iPod nano (4th/5th generation), iPod classic (120GB/160GB), iPod touch (2nd/3rd generation), and all iPads. The remote is also supported by iPod shuffle (3rd generation). Audio is supported by all iPhone and iPod models.
  • MFR # FP34053

What's in the box:

  • On-ear headphones
  • Detachable 4' headphone cable with in-line remote and mic terminated by a male 3.5mm connector on one end and a male 2.5mm connector on other end (installed)
  • Detachable 4' headphone cable with a male 2.5mm connector on on one end and a male 3.5mm connector on other end
  • 1/8" to /14" adapter
  • Carrying pouch
  • Instruction booklet
  • Quickstart
  • Warranty information

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More details on the Bowers & Wilkins P5

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Features & specs

General
Fit Style On-ear
Earcup Type Closed
Earcup Width x Height 2.3125" x 2.9375"
Noise-canceling No
Bluetooth No
Bluetooth Version ---
Single-earbud Operation ---
Mic For Taking Calls Yes
Voice Assistant Access
Amazon Alexa No
Google Assistant No
Siri No
Connectors
3.5mm No
1/4" Yes
Lightning No
4.4mm balanced No
XLR4 balanced No
2.5mm No
Other None
Specs
Frequency Response 10-20k Hz
Sensitivity 115 dB
Impedance 26 Ohms
Weight 6.9 ounces
Cord Length 48"
Parts Warranty 2 Years
Labor Warranty 2 Years

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Features

Overview: The Bowers & Wilkins P5's high-quality sound and luxury materials are supported by smart design and user-friendly features. The Bowers & Wilkins P5 noise-isolating on-ear headphones offer natural, highly-detailed sound to give you a listening experience that is as close to the original recording as possible; along with a luxurious comfortable, stylish fit.

Natural Sound: Behind P5's natural sound are specially developed ultra-linear neodymium magnets and highly optimized Mylar diaphragms to keep music sounding rich, pure, and incredibly detailed; with no need for artificial adjustments.

Noise Isolation: A closed-back design, with rigid metal faceplates and sealed earpads, ensures that all the detail and dynamic range of your music is kept intact, while preserving just enough ambient sound to give you a sense of place.

Life-Long Comfort: P5 headphones are very easy on the ears, thanks to an ergonomic design and a headband and earpads crafted from the finest quality New Zealand sheep's leather. Durable and hardwearing, yet remarkably soft and supple, it makes long listening sessions feel more comfortable.

Detachable Headphone Cables: The Bowers & Wilkins P5 headphones are compatible with any device with a headphone output. The P5s are supplied with two cables, one of which, the MFI cable, provides extra functionality for select Apple iPod and iPhone models. The leather earpads are magnetically attached, and can be quickly removed to swap the supplied cables (one cable with in-line iPod/iPhone remote, one cable without remote).

Note: The included cables feature a male 3.5mm connector. There is also a 1/8" to 1/4" adapter included.

Made for iPod/iPhone: The Bowers & Wilkins P5 headphones feature an iPod/iPhone-approved cable with an in-line remote and microphone, for easy speech and device control. The "Made for iPod/iPhone" cable allows easy control of an iPod (these include track switching and volume control), and the microphone facilitates calls on an iPhone.

iPod/iPhone Model Generation Audio Playback Music Control Mic Phone Control
shuffle 1st Y N N N
2nd Y N N N
3rd Y Y N N
4th Y Y N N
dock connector 3rd Y N N N
clickwheel/color screen 4th Y N N N
mini 1st Y N N N
2nd Y N N N
video 5th Y N N N
classic 80GB Y N N N
120GB Y Y Y N
160GB Y Y Y N
iPod nano 1st Y N N N
2nd Y N N N
3rd Y N N N
4th Y Y Y N
5th Y Y Y N
6th Y Y Y N
iPod touch 1st Y N N N
2nd Y Y Y N
3rd Y Y Y N
4th Y Y Y N
iPhone 2G Y N N N
3G Y N N N
3GS Y Y Y Y
4 Y Y Y Y
4S Y Y Y Y
iPad 1 Y Y Y N
2 Y Y Y N

Note: Requires latest iPod/iPhone software update. The remote and mic are supported by iPod nano (4th/5th/6th gen), iPod classic (120/160GB), iPod touch (2nd/3rd/4th gen), and iPhone (3GS/4/4S). The remote (only) is also supported by the iPod shuffle (3rd/4th gen). Volume controls are not compatible with the iPhone (2G/3G). Audio is supported by all iPod models.

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