Bang & Olufsen | Beoplay H9i Review | Versus Bose, B&W, and Sony!

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    This is my review of the H9i, In this video I offer some comparisons to the Bose, Bowers & Wilkins PX, and Sony WH1000M2
    I hope I helped you make a better purchase decision!
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    Bang and Olufsen Beoplay H9i

Komentáře • 127

  • @Eleventhearlofmars
    @Eleventhearlofmars Před 5 lety +34

    To make sure proximity sensor works well you need to keep your headphones flat when you switch on until the light goes out, only then place them on your head, the proximity sensor should work perfectly then, a lot of people don’t realise this and switch them on when they’re already on their head for example, that’ll mean the proximity sensor isn’t set properly and will cause you problems.

    • @6ix6ear
      @6ix6ear Před 5 lety +1

      big tip!!

    • @jamestaylor833
      @jamestaylor833 Před 4 lety

      !00% this is very true I had this very issue - switch on wait for the light, beep and then your good to go.

    • @WilliamAlanPhoto
      @WilliamAlanPhoto Před 2 lety

      This is the pro tip that should be tagged on the headset right out of the box!

  • @Feve96
    @Feve96 Před 5 lety +4

    One of very few headphones review videos I was actually able to finish. Delightful experience.

  • @warsshan
    @warsshan Před 5 lety +7

    Well done !! By far the best review on the H9i which I just bought off amazon for $359, can't wait for the delivery. Keep up the good work!! Sub n liked.

  • @Pepniti
    @Pepniti Před 5 lety +6

    I’ve had them for 7 months now and they are really good 👍

  • @WilXuH
    @WilXuH Před 5 lety +4

    Awesome review, congrats! I went for B and O mostly because of the build quality, because I have a giant head and headphones usually break... What a surprise I had with it all around!!

  • @professorXcross
    @professorXcross Před 4 lety +19

    Tobi brought me here, and I'm impressed! I wonder why this is in his playlist showcasing his music? Do you listen to Tobi Lou? lol

  • @amerraja5595
    @amerraja5595 Před 6 lety +9

    Awsome review! Helped me a lot deciding which ANC headphone to buy. I’m going for these. Keep it up!

  • @LegendTheAnonymous
    @LegendTheAnonymous Před 4 lety +1

    Now this is a high quality review! I was contemplating whether I should buy this or the 3rd gen but that doesn't have a removable battery so I settled with these. I just ordered them and can't wait to try them. I have had the Beoplay H6s for 6 years now and they are great, however they lack noise cancelling. The build looks almost identical to the H6s, but it will be interesting to see how the sound compares.

    • @HiddenExp
      @HiddenExp Před 2 lety

      Hi! I've the H6 2nd Gen, how do you compare it to the H9i? Better sound quality?

  • @renotanumber
    @renotanumber Před 5 lety +6

    Perfect video, subscribed and hoping your channel grows. That is quality content right there.

  • @josephmuise
    @josephmuise Před 4 lety +1

    Great review! This is the most detailed description of the H9i’s sound signature I’ve found - it’s very helpful (I’m quite picky when it comes to sound). I would be interested in hearing your thoughts on the Beyerdynamic Lagoon ANC as well.

  • @someguydudeGAME
    @someguydudeGAME Před 6 lety +71

    How the shit do you only have 30 subs? This video is superb. Great review.
    On question, though: what codecs were you using on each? Sony has their own LDAC and that makes a difference.

    • @michaelcolley5272
      @michaelcolley5272  Před 6 lety +4

      I appreciate the compliment :) The LDAC support on the sony is nice but I really wanted to change the equalizer settings, In order to do so you have to disable the "High Quality mode" which was disappointing to me. The amount of bass it has is a little too much for my liking. As always, sound is very subjective. Thank you for watching !

  • @uptown3636
    @uptown3636 Před 5 lety

    Best review of H9i on youtube. Can't wait to see this channel grow to thousands of subscribers.

  • @mrtyreus0
    @mrtyreus0 Před 2 lety

    About a year ago I bought the B&W H9i off of a subreddit for $125.00. Best deal ever.

  • @SamuelDrives
    @SamuelDrives Před 5 lety +2

    Awesome review, don't stop making these great videos!😄

  • @olegisonen
    @olegisonen Před 5 lety +17

    So did b&o fix the problems you describe?

  • @frosti7
    @frosti7 Před 5 lety

    Totally agree, 8:55 - these manage to sound neutral but yet super fun at the same time

  • @jonnyh9388
    @jonnyh9388 Před 5 lety +1

    A useful and informative video. Many thanks for posting such a high quality product!

  • @svenkle
    @svenkle Před 5 lety +3

    Very nice review. Great writing and beautiful video and staging. Only one grammatical nitpick: sibilance, not “cymbalance”

  • @jamestaylor833
    @jamestaylor833 Před 4 lety

    Great review, really like my H9i also, just currently trying the B&W PX7 and Bose 700 series.

  • @jaegervand2112
    @jaegervand2112 Před 4 lety

    Great review! Your observations are on point, unlike most reviewers out there. The sound quality takes a hit when noise cancelling is engaged, but, to me, they still sound better than Sony and Bose. Also, they are very revealing for a wireless consumer headset, which I think is the reason for what can be looked on as "problematic" sibilance - meaning while the 4000-8000Hz area get's nasty on Genesis's "Duke" or "Genesis" albums, it sounds wonderful on Dire Straits' "Brothers in Arms" or The Weeknd's "Blinding Lights". I`m curious to hear if the h9 3gen manage to be more forgiving, while maintaining the quality and honest presentation of the h9i.

  • @DistrictFresh
    @DistrictFresh Před 6 lety

    Thanks! Grabbing a pair as an early bday gift! Even better that they are on sale this week!

  • @d.b.cooper2277
    @d.b.cooper2277 Před 6 lety +2

    Getting mine tomorrow, can't wait!

    • @JeraldJamesCapao
      @JeraldJamesCapao Před 6 lety

      D. B. Cooper how was it?

    • @d.b.cooper2277
      @d.b.cooper2277 Před 6 lety

      Jerald James Capao They're great, no regrets buying these.
      But from what I've learned you should try them out next to B&W PX to find what suits you best comfort-wise and what sound you prefer. Might differ from my opinion.

    • @Karnage420111
      @Karnage420111 Před 6 lety +1

      Uhhhh so you survived the fall?

    • @renardzinnurov61
      @renardzinnurov61 Před 5 lety

      And how is it?

  • @thenionx
    @thenionx Před 6 lety

    Great video. I just purchased the H9i myself. I was curious about what other were saying about them and if they felt the same as I did a out certain aspects. Suffice to say, I agreed with alot of your points

  • @geoffreyroy6496
    @geoffreyroy6496 Před 4 lety

    Really good review! Thank you so much. Keep it going.

  • @Shredass
    @Shredass Před 4 lety

    Amazing review! Thank you! You deserve more subscribers! Cheers!

  • @glacial1461
    @glacial1461 Před 5 lety +2

    Is it weird that I own both the B&W PX and the B&O H9I and love them both? H9I is my daily, but the clarity and accuracy of the PX are incredible. For wireless that is lol.

  • @HifiCentret
    @HifiCentret Před 4 lety

    I don't know about the Bose but the Sony is quite easy to open. So if the battery wear out before the rest of the headphone it is actually relatively easy to replace. It even sits in a nice holder. However finding a replacement may be an issue. But finding a (low power) LiPo which you can solder in should be no problem.

  • @LegendTheAnonymous
    @LegendTheAnonymous Před 4 lety +1

    Just received my pair! I am pretty happy! Sound with ANC off is pretty much the same as my H6s. Clarity definitely takes a hit with ANC on, which is a bit of a bummer, but it is not terrible.
    As for the EQ, I am still making up mind. The pinching action for the soundstage honestly sounded terrible to me. Extremely artificial and not really usable.
    Right now I have the EQ somewhere between Warm and Relaxed. Especially with vocals high pitched notes tend to be slightly piercing. Does anyone know what is the best setting to get rid of that?
    Other than that, I have absolutely not issues with comfort, and build is phenomenal too. So, while no bluetooth headphone is perfect, this seems to be a pretty good choice overall.

  • @random-videos
    @random-videos Před 6 lety +1

    Damn your reviews are great! Continue your work

  • @Fluterra
    @Fluterra Před 5 lety

    Awesome review! Thank you! I agree that the replaceable battery is a Huge plus.

  • @aveynar
    @aveynar Před 5 lety

    Just came across this video tonight. Watched this on my phone with the h9I headset I've had for about three months now, lol. I've always coveted bang and olufsen sound equipment since I was about 13 or 14. Saw a bookshelf stereo system that had this proximity sensor glass panel that slid open when you reached towards it to put in a CD or touch buttons. Damn thing was $2000 at sharper image and this was back around the early 90's. I'm definitely not gainfully employed, but always dreamed from afar. These are probably the only b and o equipment I'll ever afford, and they were worth every penny. Only thing I don't like is the equalizer. Can't stand it. Searched for some different apps and came across an 11 band equalizer that makes these things unreal. Only downside for said app is that it is a music Player as well and it's a huge pain in the ass to organize music files to. Especially albums that you rip from CD to computer then move to phone. Other than that, I have found ear candy heaven.

    • @cheeseontoastbrah
      @cheeseontoastbrah Před 5 lety

      That would have been the b&o overture system, cool little system I have one myself.

    • @aveynar
      @aveynar Před 5 lety

      @@cheeseontoastbrah aww, no way! I envy you, sir.

  • @kilianrumpenhorst6786
    @kilianrumpenhorst6786 Před 5 lety +5

    Have you tested the voice call quality? Which one of the headphones you had would you say has the best call quality?

    • @yeezet4592
      @yeezet4592 Před 5 lety +1

      I do not have the Sony’s but the bangs were more clear in loud environments. Otherwise no difference.

  • @sadsack1981
    @sadsack1981 Před 3 lety

    Hey Michael, excellent review. How did they handle up against marks and scratches?

  • @ozpage3819
    @ozpage3819 Před 3 lety

    Great review- buying now!

  • @maryesp1912
    @maryesp1912 Před 2 lety

    Only missing is the part where.....if u need to re-set battery if white light is on steady you then need to open the the left metal cap off and I'm struggling to turn it . It is impossible for me so I'm stuck! This part was designed poorly!

  • @mattcurtis8209
    @mattcurtis8209 Před 3 lety

    Brilliant effort Brilliant Review 👍

  • @Ipuffyy
    @Ipuffyy Před 6 lety

    subbed, fantastic review. Keep making videos!

  • @gretzkyan
    @gretzkyan Před 5 lety

    Great review! Helped me make my choice.

  • @horacegrimsby2870
    @horacegrimsby2870 Před 5 lety

    Great comprehensive review.

  • @verveblack
    @verveblack Před 5 lety +1

    Beoplay falls off the head easily right? Review the P5 wireless please! 😁 Would love to hear the comfort & sound issues of the P5 as it has a smaller earcup than the PX so no digging into jaw.

  • @SilverLakeKingdom
    @SilverLakeKingdom Před 5 lety +3

    When connected with cable does anc work or not? Bose qc35ii doesn't not have anc if connected with cable.

    • @madmoose2492
      @madmoose2492 Před 5 lety

      Wdym?

    • @frosti7
      @frosti7 Před 5 lety

      ANC can be turned on/off when using a cable,
      Also they play passivly without battery with a cable

    • @madmoose2492
      @madmoose2492 Před 5 lety

      @@frosti7 yeah it is 35 hours with ANC with a cable

  • @letthemadnessspeak
    @letthemadnessspeak Před 5 lety +1

    I really love everything about H9i except one thing that almost no-one mentions and I'm very curious why... These are quiet. Max volume is really not enough for me, bose in compare are about 25-30% louder... that's why I am going to return them. 580$ - that's the price in Poland. Too much for a headphones that need some loudness booster software. Or maybe there is so other way around...? This is really huge thing for me since I use over-ear wireless headphones mostly for sports and they need to bang! I love everything about my new h9i except of that and im really torn apart if should return them. Is it really regular?

    • @mihaidarktm6447
      @mihaidarktm6447 Před 5 lety

      letthemadnessspeak i thought the same thing first couple of days, then i got used with it. I listen most through spotify and there is a equalizer, it helps. Also, there are many headphone amplifiers to buy, if u’re interested.

  • @mrFAhR3Nh3iT
    @mrFAhR3Nh3iT Před 5 lety +1

    How would you compare these to the B&W P7 wireless? I hate the PX....similarly as you stated, they feel like someone is crushing your head. I had to buy used P7 wireless because they are now discontinued. I don't care for the Bose QC's. The Sennheiser PXC550 sounds good, but they feel cheap. I can wear the P7 wireless all day, as long as the ambient temperature isn't too hot.

  • @Geemeel1
    @Geemeel1 Před 3 lety

    Great review!! thanks X

  • @lostintheheatofitall
    @lostintheheatofitall Před 6 lety

    Excellent video man! Keep up your good work! Shame you only have so few subs.. one more is for sure tho.
    Anyways, you should use another or an other pop filter for your microphone. ;)

  • @RxPravda
    @RxPravda Před 6 lety +2

    Is there a feature to mute the music and drop the noise cancelation so as to hear everything that’s going on outside without lifting the headphones off your ears?

    • @michaelcolley5272
      @michaelcolley5272  Před 6 lety +2

      Yes, this is called transparency mode which is done by swiping up. In my other edit I explained it more but I chose to keep it out of the video because it would take too long. I find it works really well, better than the Sony.

    • @RxPravda
      @RxPravda Před 6 lety +1

      Michael Colley thank you very much for your reply. Great review and video quality.

    • @Eleventhearlofmars
      @Eleventhearlofmars Před 5 lety +1

      Pravda the H9i are definitely the best Bluetooth headphones on the market, all aspects of these headphones are quality. Transparency mode is excellent.

  • @windsaw151
    @windsaw151 Před 4 lety

    Is there are teardown somewhere or can anybody confirm the quality of the headphone jack?
    I use my headphones predominantly wired. I am asking because on the ANC headphone I used to have the jack broke off after about a couple dozen of uses. First I got a replacement because I still had warranty. Then it broke off again. I tore it apart and noticed that the jack was only soldered on the surface with pads only 1mm wide. It had to break eventually.
    I will only buy another headphone if I get the confirmation that the quality of the mount of the jack is decent.

  • @AltRockLover
    @AltRockLover Před 4 lety

    They are truly a beautiful set of headphones but I couldn’t justify spending that kinda money for a single pair!

  • @Sonasegura
    @Sonasegura Před 5 lety +3

    with bluetooth on. it sounds very low. You do not hear so louder the music.

  • @cjgermann9871
    @cjgermann9871 Před 2 lety +4

    Who else came here from Tobi Lou

  • @Chrisrussow
    @Chrisrussow Před 5 lety

    This review was great!

  • @conn911
    @conn911 Před 6 lety

    Good video, purchased them.

  • @area25472
    @area25472 Před 6 lety

    Hey I’m in need of advise! I’m looking for a headset/gaming headset that has “dual connections”, meaning I can use it on my Windows PC and connect to my iPhone at the same time (for calls and maybe music), is there even such thing?! I’m currently looking towards Sennheiser HD1, Sennheiser PXC 550 and ASUS Strix Fusion 700. Let me know what you think and any advise is very appreciated. Thanks!

  • @sinngsg9
    @sinngsg9 Před 5 lety

    I'm thinking of getting B&0 after my Sony's MK1 head band cracked I'm interested to see how they compare to the 1st gen Sonys. I'm after something I can wear all day at work I found the Sonys to be great for this but don't like the idea of them cracking again

  • @autotech2143
    @autotech2143 Před 5 lety

    Still can't adjust the individual tones on the B&Os as of the latest update. I just got mine this weekend and I am not sure if I'll keep them. The bass is lacking. I was debating about getting the V-moda crossfade 2. What do you think about the V-modas?

    • @e5m956
      @e5m956 Před 4 lety

      Can you adjust EQ through your phones native EQ? That's what I do with my S10 and Sony WH-1000XM3.

  • @jiyahbj
    @jiyahbj Před 6 lety

    So Michael Colley I have had the B&W px,Sony 1000 xm2 and the Bose qc 35 and now the B&o h9i and find them to sound magnificent except for the breaking up of the highs on certain songs I got all of them from Best buy using my geek squad warranty no problem except I no the workers are happy I haven't been there in a while but I thought about giving the Sennheiser pxc 550 or hd1 a shot what do you think?

    • @Enrique-sy3nc
      @Enrique-sy3nc Před 5 lety

      Joseph Davenport did you try the pxc550? I currently have the 1000xm3 and I’m thinking about trying the h9i, what do you think? Which did you like better?

  • @LyndanTylor
    @LyndanTylor Před 5 lety

    What a great review! You've helped me a ton. Thank you so much, sir!

  • @erkantopuz4500
    @erkantopuz4500 Před 6 lety

    which one is better?

  • @Angel-AbC9
    @Angel-AbC9 Před 5 lety

    You should get your hands on the Master and dynamic mh40 for review

  • @lorseyjones4807
    @lorseyjones4807 Před 6 lety

    Phenomenal headsets for me 😊

  • @marcusdawson3740
    @marcusdawson3740 Před 5 lety

    Why doesn’t this video have more views?

  • @MH-hb5wv
    @MH-hb5wv Před 5 lety

    Where can I find your case for your Beoplay h9i? You show it in your video min. 5:20. thx. Br

  • @charlesa1234
    @charlesa1234 Před 3 lety

    So is PX vs H9i in sound quality?

  • @gabrielcamberos3662
    @gabrielcamberos3662 Před 2 lety +2

    Tobi Lou sent me

  • @Gus-px7hd
    @Gus-px7hd Před 5 lety

    good review, thx

  • @graemeyetts3465
    @graemeyetts3465 Před 2 lety

    I'm listening with my H83rd Gen phones

  • @mahalia5812
    @mahalia5812 Před 5 lety +6

    anyone else come from tobi lou? don't exactly know how i got here lol.

  • @dimitrilevampire
    @dimitrilevampire Před 6 lety

    But it has Bluetooth 4.2 instead of 5…and not support aptx hd or even aptx ?

    • @michaelcolley5272
      @michaelcolley5272  Před 6 lety +4

      Sadly no, I still justified this purchase because I only use apple devices which only has AAC, The newer versions of android also support AAC. Lastly, it is very indistinguishable between codecs when you are on the go. If I want super high quality I would stay with wired.

    • @changym1980
      @changym1980 Před 5 lety

      From the spec aptx is supported

  • @sahilgogia
    @sahilgogia Před 6 lety

    I am confused between this and bose qc 35. Please suggest

    • @michaelcolley5272
      @michaelcolley5272  Před 6 lety +5

      These sound so much clearer than the 35, plus I had nearly 10 replacements of the qc35 simply due to defects.

    • @vwsz
      @vwsz Před 6 lety

      35 sounds muddy

    • @kiwiz751
      @kiwiz751 Před 5 lety

      how about comfort wise

    • @peterfuto621
      @peterfuto621 Před 5 lety

      have both now.Bose are pretty comfortable, but looks cheap and sound is just so boring compare to h9i.
      Lifeless and flat.

  • @Karnage420111
    @Karnage420111 Před 6 lety +12

    Bought these off a crackhead for 100 bucks. Happy as hell.

    • @Eleventhearlofmars
      @Eleventhearlofmars Před 5 lety +3

      Karnage420111 he must of robbed them then? That’s a bargain ffs, were they brand new in box? I’d be happy as well for that price.

    • @Ldj8000
      @Ldj8000 Před 5 lety +2

      He got any more🤣🤣

    • @Eleventhearlofmars
      @Eleventhearlofmars Před 5 lety +2

      Ldj80 what crack?🤣🤣

    • @Mr215Alive
      @Mr215Alive Před 5 lety

      Stop lying

    • @uptown3636
      @uptown3636 Před 5 lety

      Glad you like them--I always strive to please my customers. Now I wish I had charged you more than $100.

  • @0cool966
    @0cool966 Před 4 lety

    small ear cups is a no no

  • @ronbarzilai5705
    @ronbarzilai5705 Před 5 lety +1

    *Sibilance

  • @tnhungau
    @tnhungau Před 6 lety

    Shame that for such beautiful products, the sound quality does not match once ANC is on

    • @Eleventhearlofmars
      @Eleventhearlofmars Před 5 lety

      nguyen hung Tran have a try at tweaking the sound in the app because there are infinite possibilities to get quality back up there with ANC on.

  • @YTmiguelrdr
    @YTmiguelrdr Před 5 lety

    Have these H9i. Are the best headphones ever.

    • @YTmiguelrdr
      @YTmiguelrdr Před 5 lety

      @EugeneDaVanquisher yes of course, I have b&o headphones since 2013 H6, then A2 speaker, H5, now H9i and the sound is great.

    • @ayylmao8562
      @ayylmao8562 Před 4 lety

      Miguel D
      As someone that used the H6, how would these compare to that old wired model?

  • @richdennis7046
    @richdennis7046 Před 6 lety

    Hi. I'm thinking of purchasing a set of these. I want a hard case for it. Any recommendations?

    • @buenahora001
      @buenahora001 Před 6 lety

      Rich Dennis I’m selling my H9i along with a hard case I bought for them. Let me know if you’re interested.

    • @richdennis7046
      @richdennis7046 Před 6 lety

      Andrew Buenahora how much you looking for? I'm in the UK just so you know.

    • @michaelcolley5272
      @michaelcolley5272  Před 6 lety

      I have no particular recommendations as I don't like my current case. In the case I have now it moves around, but reading reviews of other cases that seems to be the general issue with all of them.

  • @simonboesen8569
    @simonboesen8569 Před 5 lety

    Ipx rating on these?

  • @teamscoobydoo
    @teamscoobydoo Před 5 lety

    you can replace the battery on the Sony's and Bose...

    • @teamscoobydoo
      @teamscoobydoo Před 5 lety

      www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Sony+MDR-1000X+Noise+Cancelling+Headphone+Teardown/89218

  • @Eleventhearlofmars
    @Eleventhearlofmars Před 5 lety

    Cymbalance?? Sibilant you mean, surely?

  • @yggdrssil00
    @yggdrssil00 Před 5 lety

    With all the premium materials, these must be pretty heavy

  • @razorized
    @razorized Před 6 lety

    Some malapropism in your analysis with equivocate and 'simbilance' lol but otherwise nice review

  • @ozzzy222
    @ozzzy222 Před rokem

    I have ,sony xm3. Xm4. Bose 700, bang o. H9i 3rd. First bang olufsen😍