Over-Ear
Focal Bathys
74Good
$800
Full review dataFocal Bathys vs Focal Bathys MG: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Focal Bathys MG comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 80. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Focal Bathys MG - Great overall at around $1499.
Over-Ear
Focal Bathys MG
80Great
$1,500
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Focal Bathys MG leads on 4 of 7 measures.
- Focal Bathys
- Focal Bathys MG
HearWiki score
74
80
Sound
9.2
9.6
Noise cancelling
6.8
8.4
Battery
7.6
7.7
Calls
8.1
7.8
Value
7.4
6.2
Price (USD)
$800
$1,500
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Half a step newer
Focal Bathys MG (2024) against Focal Bathys (2022). The Focal Bathys MG edges ahead on platform, but only just: Bluetooth 5.2 against 5.1.
- Bathys2022
- Bathys MG20242 yr newer
What differsBathysBathys MG
- Bluetooth
- 5.1
- 5.2
Platform
Level on: Top codec, Multipoint pairing, USB-C, Transparency mode, Custom EQ, Companion app.
Specifications
BathysBathys MG
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Over-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $800
- $1,500
- HearWiki score
- 74
- 80
- Released
- 2022
- 2024
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Discontinued
- Driver
- 40 mm dynamic
- 40 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- dynamic
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 40 mm
- 40 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 15 Hz - 22 kHz
- 10 Hz - 22 kHz
- Bluetooth
- 5.1
- 5.2
- Codecs
- SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
- SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive
- Multipoint pairing
- Yes
- Yes
- Wireless range
- 15 m
- 15 m
- Battery life
- 30 h
- 30 h
- Battery life (ANC on)
- -
- 30 h
- Full charge time
- 90 min
- 90 min
- Wireless charging
- No
- No
- Active noise cancelling
- Yes
- Yes
- Transparency mode
- Yes
- Yes
- Companion app
- Yes
- Yes
- Custom EQ
- Yes
- Yes
- Wear detection
- -
- No
- Controls
- -
- buttons
- Voice assistant
- Alexa, Google Assistant
- -
- Weight
- 350 g
- 350 g
- Water resistance
- none
- -
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- Yes
- Yes
- Connector
- 3.5 mm
- USB-C
- Microphones
- 8
- 8
What reviewers said
Focal Bathys
The Focal Bathys are premium wireless over-ears that blend high-fidelity audio with everyday convenience. They feature adaptive ANC, a USB-C DAC mode for hi-res wired listening, and support for aptX Adaptive, making them a top pick for sound-focused users who also want wireless flexibility. While their noise cancellation is solid but not the absolute best in class, their impressive battery life and versatile connectivity options stand out in the premium segment.
- Pro:Excellent sound quality with detailed, dynamic drivers
- Pro:USB-C DAC mode enables high-resolution wired audio
- Pro:Strong battery life, often exceeding rated figures in tests
- Con:ANC is competent but not class-leading
- Con:High price point limits accessibility
- Con:Real-world wireless endurance may fall short of claims in some scenarios
Focal Bathys MG
The Focal Bathys MG is a premium wireless over-ear headphone that pairs hybrid active noise cancellation with a magnesium driver design for a natural, balanced sound signature. It offers extensive Bluetooth codec support, multipoint connectivity, and a robust feature set, though its standout audio quality comes at a very high price. With around 30 hours of battery life and a comfortable 350-gram build, it targets audiophiles seeking a top-tier wireless experience.
- Pro:Excellent natural and balanced sound quality
- Pro:Comfortable fit for long listening sessions
- Pro:Effective hybrid noise cancellation
- Con:Very high asking price
- Con:No wireless charging support
- Con:Lacks wear detection sensor
Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.
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