Thanks. That's what I wanted to know. I'll be curious if anyone with big ears can comment, but I know I can at least try on the Bose around me, so having a reference to those will help for online ordering the remaining. I am actually hoping the XM3 might be around me to try anyway; although, I suspected what you noted. I should probably bring myself to IEM type devices, but I can't.
Am I missing any other options? The io6 sound like they might not be very comfortable; although the driver size suggests they might fit my ears and be worth a try.
It was a treat to read your posts and relive my experience, although I started at around page 36. I also have learned A LOT reading the informed opinions of some people here.
My first foray into bluetooth headphones was in 2015 with the Jaybird Bluebuds X which I still own and use daily. I know, not the best around but still good enough.
I’m now (finally) in the market for a serious pair of around ears.
I still haven’t bought the PX7, but I will, as soon as these present times calm down. My first absolute priority is sound. But all the rest must also make good sense.
I tried most of the cans in a similar price point and here’s my (very short, as there’s a lot of info elsewhere) take:
(in no relevant order)
B&O H9 - great sound, great features... but round earcups. Who has round ears? Come on.
Dali I-O6 - amazing sound, although a bit tame on bass. Round earcups... again.
Sennheiser M3W - Great sound, not so great features, not a fan of the aesthetics.
Sony XM3 - all is good but too much bass, so... out.
Bose QC35II or NC700 - linear trademark sound, awesome features, great comfort. 2nd version better than the 1st in some features. Maybe my second choice but just maybe not exciting enough soundwise.
B&W PX - Awesome sound, awful comfort.
Did not try the Lagoons or the AT’s or any other but read much about most.
PX7’s - haven’t tried, haven’t held, nothing. But from what I’ve heard/seen/read these must be the ones. And they will be, soon.
Cheers all!