Over-Ear
Focal Bathys
86Outstanding
$799
Full review dataFocal Bathys vs Technics EAH-T700: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Focal Bathys comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 86. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Focal Bathys - Outstanding overall at around $799.
Over-Ear
Technics EAH-T700
58Average
$449
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Focal Bathys
Sound9.5
Noise cancelling7.5
Battery8.5
Value7.0
Technics EAH-T700
Sound5.5
Value5.0
Specifications
| Spec | Focal Bathys | Technics EAH-T700 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $799 | $449 |
| HearWiki score | 86 / 100 · Outstanding | 58 / 100 · Average |
| Released | 2022 | 2018 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 40mm Aluminium/Magnesium ‘M’-shaped dome | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 50 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 15Hz-22kHz | 3Hz-100kHz |
| Impedance | - | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 102 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | - |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 | - |
| Codecs | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC | - |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes | No |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 30 h | - |
| Battery life (ANC on) | 30 h | - |
| Quick charge | 5 hours in 15 minutes | - |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | Yes | No |
| ANC type | hybrid | none |
| Transparency mode | Yes | No |
| Companion app | - | No |
| Custom EQ | - | No |
| Wear detection | - | No |
| Controls | - | none |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 350 g | 470 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | Yes | No |
| Calls | ||
| Microphones | 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
Technics EAH-T700
The Technics EAH-T700 is a premium closed-back over-ear headphone with a dual-driver dynamic design and high sensitivity, aimed at audiophiles using portable hi-res players. While its build quality is excellent and it can deliver distortion-free sound, its tuning is divisive—critics point to harsh treble and exaggerated frequencies that undermine musicality. Comfort issues like heat buildup and head pressure, plus a lack of a padded case, further hold it back at its price point.
- Pro:Excellent build quality and premium materials
- Pro:Distortion-free output with high sensitivity
- Pro:Two-driver dynamic design for detailed sound
- Con:Harsh treble and uneven frequency tuning
- Con:Uncomfortable heat buildup and head pressure
- Con:No protective padded case included
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