French company Focal is known for its range of high-fidelity audio systems and recently introduced its first line of wireless headphones with Active Noise Cancellation technology, the Bathys. The Focal Bathys are $800, and while they’re closest in functionality to Apple’s $549 AirPods Max, they’re far more premium than anything Apple offers.
Mac rumors Videographer Dan Barbera has been testing the Focal Bathys to see how they measure up to the “AirPods Max” and whether they’re worth the premium price.
As a spoiler, these headphones have some of the best wireless sound available, but the active noise cancellation is a bit disappointing at this price point. Be sure to watch Dan’s video for a full overview of the headphones’ design, functionality, battery life, and sound quality.
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