The Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Is Here: Wireless Headphones with Smart Sound and Serious Style

Bowers & Wilkins is back in the headphone game with the all-new Px7 S3, and this one isn’t just a refresh—it’s a full-on glow-up. Building on the solid bones of the Px7 S2e, the Px7 S3 takes everything that worked, retools what didn’t, and throws in some future-facing features that make it clear B&W is aiming to make your favorite playlist—and your daily Zoom calls—sound a whole lot better.

New Look, New Fit, Same B&W Sophistication

Let’s start with the outside, because yes, it matters. The Px7 S3 has slimmed down compared to its predecessor. It hugs your head a bit more closely, but not in a clingy, uncomfortable way. Think of it more like your favorite hoodie—cozy, familiar, and surprisingly flattering. The earcups are padded with memory foam that feels like it was molded just for you, making all-day listening a reality, whether you’re chained to a desk, taking a long-haul flight, or just avoiding small talk at the coffee shop.

Even the carry case got a makeover—smaller, easier to pack, and designed to fit in the tighter spaces of your bag without squishing like a soft-shell taco.

All About That Sound (Because Of Course It Is)

What really makes the Px7 S3 shine is what’s going on under the hood. At the heart of these headphones are re-engineered 40mm biocellulose drivers—basically, fancy speaker parts designed to be both lightweight and rigid for better sound. B&W didn’t just tweak one thing—they revamped nearly everything about how the drivers are suspended, powered, and positioned. The result is a cleaner, punchier sound that feels more alive. There’s less distortion, more detail, and a satisfying richness that doesn’t fall apart when the volume’s up.

And for the first time in one of their over-ear models, Bowers & Wilkins added a discrete headphone amplifier. That means more energy, more presence, and yes, more goosebumps when that one song hits.

Whether you’re streaming through a high-res service like Qobuz or TIDAL, or just bumping your downloaded favorites, the Px7 S3 supports aptX Adaptive 24/96 and aptX Lossless. These wireless codecs help make sure the sound stays crisp and full, even over Bluetooth. If you’re still a fan of wired listening, there’s a 3.5mm cable and a USB-C cable tucked into the case, and yes, both support high-resolution audio.

ANC That Doesn’t Muffle the Music

Let’s talk noise cancellation. The Px7 S3 isn’t just trying to hush your surroundings—it’s trying to do it without messing with the music. B&W has built its own ANC (active noise cancellation) technology in-house, and this time it’s powered by eight microphones. Four track the world around you. Two monitor what’s coming from the drivers. Two focus on your voice. All of them work together like a small army of audio ninjas, blocking out ambient noise and making sure your calls sound like you’re in a quiet room, even if you’re pacing down a busy street.

For anyone who spends a lot of time on calls, the Pure Voice tech comes in clutch. It isolates your speech and tones down the chaos around you, which means fewer “Wait, what?” moments on your next virtual meeting.

Power That Lasts (and Then Some)

Battery life? Expect around 30 hours with ANC on. That’s enough for a couple of workdays or a week of commuting without recharging. And if you forgot to juice them up before running out the door, a 15-minute pit stop gives you another seven hours of playtime. That’s lunch break to after-hours playlist without breaking a sweat.

Take Control with a Tap—or an App

Bowers & Wilkins knows that not everyone wants to pull out their phone every time they need to adjust something. The Px7 S3 has redesigned physical buttons on both earcups for volume, play/pause, power, and quick toggles between ANC modes or your phone’s voice assistant. They’re shaped and spaced to be easy to use without needing to look.

Prefer a bit more customization? The B&W Music app gives you access to a five-band EQ, with presets you can save. Want to hear it the way the engineers intended? Toggle on True Sound mode and trust the team at the Southwater Research Establishment (yes, that’s really what it’s called) to handle the tuning.

The app also lets you adjust wear sensor sensitivity, so the headphones know exactly when they’re on your ears—or not—and act accordingly.

Looking Ahead: Spatial Audio and Bluetooth LE

Later this year, Px7 S3 owners will get a couple of major feature drops via over-the-air updates. The first is support for spatial audio—a processing trick designed to make sound feel more immersive and multidimensional, as if you’re sitting in a recording studio or concert hall. It’s a subtle but significant upgrade for folks who care about sonic realism.

The second is Bluetooth LE Audio, which brings along support for Auracast. In simple terms, this will allow one device to broadcast audio to an unlimited number of nearby headphones. Think sharing your playlist with friends at the park, or everyone in a gym tuning in to a shared workout mix. LE Audio also introduces LC3, a new codec that promises better quality than standard Bluetooth, even at lower bitrates.

Built to Last, Designed to Impress

The Px7 S3 isn’t just smart—it’s stylish. It comes in three colors: Anthracite Black, Indigo Blue, and Canvas White, each with detailing that matches the premium look.

And when wear and tear eventually catch up? Both the ear cushions and the headband are replaceable, so you don’t have to give up your favorite headphones just because they’ve been through a few too many red-eye flights.

So, What’s the Catch?

At the time of writing, pricing and availability for the Px7 S3 in North America and Latin America have not been announced, likely due to the ever-changing tariff landscape. But if you’re already mentally adding them to your shopping cart, keep an eye on the Bowers & Wilkins website, where a “Notify Me” option will be available soon.

Until then, it’s safe to say the Px7 S3 has all the right moves: serious sound chops, comfort for days, and just enough future-proofing to make it worth the wait.