[FenderP]

  Hear differently ? yes and no, you know if there is difference between 2 differents devices or not ? Two H7 should have the same sound, if not there is one with a default. Ok so I will try it at store if I found the H9.

A good example: I've heard the 1000X. There's not a lot of bass on it. You say there is so much more bass. Order a pair of H9s or go into a store with your DAP.

 

[DoKaTSuYa]

 
A good example: I've heard the 1000X. There's not a lot of bass on it. You say there is so much more bass. Order a pair of H9s or go into a store with your DAP.

Yes, there is so much more bass compare to the H7 especially when you activate ANC on the Sony.

 

[greg631]

I've read people travel with these.
I agree they look AMAZING and attract attention.
 
Is it just me, or does anyone else worry about theft?
 
Thanks.
 
Greg

 

[FenderP]

As I'm breaking in my new NW-WM1A, I've been switching between the Space One and the H9. The thing that sticks out at me soncially is that the H9 is more "relaxed" if you will. The Space One is a more up front, lively presentation which makes it appear to have more detail and resolution. The H9 does have good low bass, but you don't feel it in the same way as the Space One (think Moog Taurus pedals). The H9 does have good detail - make no mistake.
 
The 1A drives the H9 better than the ZX1, so it's been easier to do comparisons. I added a touch of EQ on the 1A for the non-DSD files and it's amazing what a tweak here and there can do. At first blush, you may think the sound of the H9 is more "flat" in comparison. A good example is the album "All the World's s Stage" by Rush (new 2015 192/24 mastering). But it's not, really. Once you account for the slight volume difference between the two, they're more similar than different in many ways. The differences are interesting, but none are "deal killers", so it boils down to preferences in what you like in terms of sound.
 
If I can equate it to anything, the Space One is more like listening to all solid state and a clean signal chain while the H9 is warmer - not quite an all tube setup per se, but those kinds of sonic differences are how I'd characterize them. Warm tends to have slightly less accurate but pleasing bass ("wooly"), whereas solid state can have lots of punch but may not be what you want for all kinds of music.
 
It's been interesting because both have pros and cons. Having used the Space One on very long flights, I know it's not fatiguing, but I can tell the H9 definitely would not be.
 
 
Just thought I'd update my impressions.

 

[FenderP]

  I've read people travel with these.
I agree they look AMAZING and attract attention.
 
Is it just me, or does anyone else worry about theft?
 
Thanks.
 
Greg

 
As someone who travels a lot, no. I've had a lot of headphones - never an issue.

 

[greg631]

   
As someone who travels a lot, no. I've had a lot of headphones - never an issue.

Good to hear.... Was referring to those who use on their commute.
 
The LIRR and NYC Subway are both part of mine.

 

[buzzlulu]

Hi
I am going to post this question here and on the B&W P7 wireless thread - since those are the two bluetooth headphones which I currently am demoing at my house.
I have only been posting on these threads after a many year long absence and I want to know how my old Grado RS1 is considered when compared to today's headphones?  Back in the day when I was active here (2003/4 and 2008) Grado's were all the rage as they were really the only high end phones available.  Today there are millions of cans around.  How have the Grado's aged?  Still considered a contender - or rather a dinosaur?  I have to admit the P7 wireless and H9 are both pretty impressive - even more so considering the fact that there are no wires.  How do the Grado's stack up?  Have not had the chance to hit up the attic and find them - together with my old LaRocco PPA.

 

[mikeb3408]

I think I've said it before but since it was asked again I'll pipe up that I have the P7W, H9, H6 and H6 2nd Gen and the H9 IMHO don't sound anything like either the H6's. I think the H6 is the best headphone at any price I have ever heard but alas I want/need Bluetooth.

How does the P7W compare with the H6?

 

[brokenhat]

How does the P7W compare with the H6?

 
I believe the H6's sound much better and if you don't need ANC and don't mind a cable I would get them, also much cheaper.

 

[JonC]

As I'm breaking in my new NW-WM1A, I've been switching between the Space One and the H9.

Still sticking to the Space One as your preferred set? One complaint I hear occasionally about the H9 is that the bass overwhelms the mids - sounds like you don't hear that.

 

[FenderP]

Still sticking to the Space One as your preferred set? One complaint I hear occasionally about the H9 is that the bass overwhelms the mids - sounds like you don't hear that.

 
I'm not sure re: Space One vs. H9. I'm leaning that way. I think I may have passed my return period for the H9. I think what I wrote before sums it up well: clarity/punch of the Space One vs. warmth/relaxed (but still fairly detailed) of the H9. The great equalizer is the comfort. I may just hang on to the H9 until my Japan trip and see which fares better. I already have used the SO on long flights. I know how that is.
 
As far with bass overwhelming the mids, take a song like Rush's "Driven" which is pretty crunchy and Geddy drops to a low D. You can EQ on the 1A to get the right balance. I can see where if you're not dickering with EQ a touch where the bottom end can be all bloom which can obscure some of the upper bass/lower mids. I think that's part of the "warm" sound. I think people are used to more attack, which can make it seem "mushy" but it's really not. Make sense? If anything, with ANC on, it tames some of the woofiness of the H9 vs. when it's off.
 
Another very midrange-y song  at points with a ton of bass is "Castle Walls" by Styx. It's a different presentation on both. You really "feel" the rumble of the Taurus pedals on the SO. The H9 drops low with good articulation on the Taurus, but you don't feel it as much. The SO has more air (example, the tom fills of John Panozzo). The SO feels bigger in terms of presence, almost like you're in the middle of the action, where as the H9 you're a few rows back in the audience. Both are pleasing, just in different ways. 
 
Where I do feel the H9 is weaker is the upper treble. I've noticed a touch of sibilance, and it's got that slightly artificial mushy thing which pretty much no one else but me can hear on things like cymbals. I'm using uncompressed music so that isn't it. Cymbals sound much better on the SO. A great example is "Hemispheres" by Rush - listen to the beginning.

 

[pilotISguy]

Has anyone been able to charge theirs over 90%? When I check the charge % via my iPhone, the max it shows is 90% shown on the 'Batteries' widget. I have tried with multiple iPhones and an iPad. I also got a replacement H9 from Amazon, same issue. The indicator light on the headphones turns a solid green when done. I'm hoping/assuming it's either a software issue with iOS or the H9 firmware. I'm going to contact B&O.

Edit: When it's plugged in and charged it says 100%. But as soon as I disconnect, it shows 90%.

 

[Thatton8769]

Has anyone been able to charge theirs over 90%? When I check the charge % via my iPhone, the max it shows is 90% shown on the 'Batteries' widget. I have tried with multiple iPhones and an iPad. I also got a replacement H9 from Amazon, same issue. The indicator light on the headphones turns a solid green when done. I'm hoping/assuming it's either a software issue with iOS or the H9 firmware. I'm going to contact B&O.

Edit: When it's plugged in and charged it says 100%. But as soon as I disconnect, it shows 90%.

I didn't even notice until you said something but it seems like mine says 90% on a full charge as well.

 

[pilotISguy]

  I didn't even notice until you said something but it seems like mine says 90% on a full charge as well.

Well that makes me feel better. It's surely software related. ~Waiting patiently for B&O to put out a firmware update =)

 

[Mestizo75]

Hi
 
Bought these headphones today. They sound amazing, the comfort is top!
But they sound a little LOW at top volume.
The B&W P7 Wireless sound much higher at top volume.
I own BeoPlay H8, H9 and B&W P7 wireless.