{"product_id":"focal-bathys-wireless-noise-cancelling-headphones","title":"Focal Bathys Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eFocal Bathys Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — Deep Black \u0026amp; Dune — Product Description\u003c\/title\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrench Hi-Fi Engineering, Built for Travel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Focal Bathys is a wireless, closed-back headphone with active noise cancellation. It's Focal's first headphone to combine Bluetooth, ANC, and its own driver design in one package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 40mm aluminum\/magnesium 'M'-shaped dome driver handles the sound. Frequency response spans 15Hz to 22kHz, with distortion under 0.2% at 1kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThree ANC modes are on hand: Silent, Soft, and Transparent. Eight microphones handle both noise cancellation and voice calls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis pair comes in Deep Black, a finish Focal added later for a more understated look. Dune, a warmer tan tone, is also available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThree Ways to Listen, One Set of Headphones\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBluetooth 5.1 with multipoint pairing connects to two devices at once, using SBC, AAC, aptX, or aptX Adaptive codecs. Battery life reaches 30 hours over Bluetooth with ANC active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA USB-C connection unlocks USB-DAC mode, decoding up to 24-bit\/192kHz for the best sound from a computer or phone. In that mode, battery life stretches to 42 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 3.5mm cable is also included, for a fully passive connection that runs up to 35 hours on a charge. A 15-minute quick charge adds 5 more hours of listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 350 grams, the Bathys has real heft. A padded headband and earcups help keep it comfortable over longer listening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eChristian Thomas reviewed the Bathys for SoundGuys. He called it \"one of the best sets of headphones out there,\" praising its \"accurate representation of the frequency spectrum.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHe noted the ANC won't take \"titles from Sony or Apple.\" Even so, its bass attenuation still cuts outside rumble by roughly 75%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAlex Bracetti reviewed it for Gear Patrol on November 10, 2022. He wrote that Focal's M-dome drivers and Hi-Res Audio support \"ensure the Bathys sound spectacular.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHe noted the ANC is \"satisfactory\" for what was Focal's first attempt at the technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Are These Headphones Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequent travelers who don't want to compromise on sound.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reviewers praised its accurate, detailed sound alongside its noise cancellation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone who wants a true hi-fi source, wired or wireless.\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-DAC mode and a 3.5mm cable both let you bypass Bluetooth compression entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListeners juggling two devices.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bluetooth multipoint keeps a phone and a laptop both connected at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone who wants a distinctive, French-designed look.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Black and Dune both stand out from typical black or silver headphones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot the right fit if class-leading ANC is the top priority.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reviewers found it competent but not on the level of the best noise-cancelling headphones from Sony or Apple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePair the Bathys over Bluetooth with your phone, tablet, or computer, and switch between two paired devices without repairing. Use the onboard controls to switch ANC modes or answer calls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect the included USB-C cable to a computer for USB-DAC mode, the highest-resolution way to listen. The included 3.5mm cable works with any standard headphone jack, wireless or not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCharge the Bathys over USB-C, using the same cable as its digital audio connection. The included carrying case keeps it protected in a bag while traveling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the Focal Bathys:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/digital-audio\/digital-to-analog-converters\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e if you want an even higher-resolution wired source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphones\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eOther headphones\u003c\/a\u003e to compare against Focal's own house sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/headphones\/headphone-amplifiers\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e for driving the Bathys over its wired 3.5mm connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/cables\/digital-cables\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital cables\u003c\/a\u003e if you want to upgrade its USB-C connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use these headphones wired?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. A 3.5mm cable is included for a passive wired connection, and USB-C unlocks a higher-resolution USB-DAC mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow long does the battery last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUp to 30 hours over Bluetooth with ANC on, 35 hours over the 3.5mm cable, or 42 hours in USB-DAC mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I connect it to two devices at once?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Bluetooth 5.1 multipoint keeps it paired to two devices simultaneously, so you can switch between them without re-pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDeep Black and Dune are both available, giving you a choice between an all-black look and a warmer, lighter tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFocal covers the Bathys for one year against manufacturing defects, under its standard consumer electronics warranty tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDarko Audio compares the Bathys to other high-end wireless headphones:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3b9cQEBkc6E\" title=\"FOCAL Bathys review -- BETTER than Apple AirPods Max? 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