Px8 S2 McLaren Edition
Flagship sound. Iconic McLaren design.
The Px8 S2 McLaren Edition is the newest expression of the partnership between Bowers & Wilkins and McLaren Automotive and McLaren Racing. It fuses the exceptional wireless sound and luxurious materials synonymous with Bowers & Wilkins' flagship over-ear headphones with a bold new McLaren-inspired design.
McLaren inspired
The Px8 S2 McLaren Edition features all-new design details that reference McLaren’s iconic performance and sporting heritage. Inspired by the iconic colour of founder Bruce McLaren’s early racing cars, this distinctive Papaya finish is still used on McLaren’s Formula 1 Team cars to this day.
Design highlights
Anthracite Grey Nappa leather across every primary surface and metallic Papaya-coloured earcups assert a bold new elegance while the embossed McLaren logo on the headband completes the look.
Audio partners
The relationship is built on firm technical foundations, something that has already been recognised with three iF DESIGN awards for the performance audio system integrations of Bowers & Wilkins into the McLaren Speedtail, GT, and Artura.
Px8 S2 are the best headphones Bowers & Wilkins has ever made, with every core element reimagined to deliver no-holds-barred performance. Our new state-of-the-art headphone redefines our flagship design to deliver our best sound quality, maximum comfort and elevated feature-rich listening.
To deliver a new reference in headphone listening, the Px8 S2’s Carbon Cone drive units have been optimised to further reduce distortion and enhance audio resolution at up to 24-bit/96kHz quality. Incorporating an all-new mechanical design, ergonomically tested for supreme comfort and fit, Px8 S2 features new, slimmer earcups dressed in fine Nappa leather, connected by aluminium arms with exposed cable detailing. The result is an effortlessly desirable headphone that pairs exceptional sound with luxurious and elegant design.
With its all-new and upgraded technologies, Px8 S2 is engineered for the discerning listener. Eight microphones and our powerful, proprietary ANC banish outside intrusions, making listening and taking calls even more personal.

Ultimate sound quality
Px8 S2 McLaren Edition is engineered to deliver our ultimate headphone sound quality, ensuring you hear every detail with precision and clarity — and get the most out of your music. By combining a high-resolution 24-bit DSP with custom-designed 40mm Carbon Cone drive units featuring an upgraded motor system and chassis, Px8 S2 McLaren Edition offers unrivalled audio performance. When paired with high-resolution music, the results are unforgettable.
Exceptional sound, wirelessly
Whether you are listening to music, watching movies or playing games, Px8 S2 McLaren Edition makes it sound exceptional. The latest in high-resolution capable wireless audio technologies — aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive — allow Px8 S2 McLaren Edition to adjust dynamically to optimise performance and connection reliability.
More music, less noise
Block out the world and enjoy the ultimate immersive listening experience. A total of eight precisely positioned microphones and next-generation voice processing algorithms enable Px8 S2 McLaren Edition to deliver outstanding noise cancellation and pristine call quality wherever you are. Our proprietary ANC shuts out unwanted intrusions yet retains your music’s dynamics and energy, even in noisy environments.
Crystal-clear calls
Px8 S2 McLaren Edition uses precisely positioned microphones and next-generation voice technology to ensure crystal-clear call quality. Don’t miss a thing – find your focus in every conversation.
Premium design, perfect fit
Px8 S2 McLaren Edition is a joy to wear all day long, offering comfortable, extended listening, thanks to luxurious memory foam earpads that perfectly encapsulate and cushion your ears in fine Nappa leather. The sleeker headphone silhouette is based around an all-new ergonomically tested design and slimmer earcups connected by aluminium arms featuring exposed cable detailing.
Complete control
Enjoy your headphones effortlessly with the optional Bowers & Wilkins Music app. Integrate your favourite streaming platforms, receive personalised recommendations that help you discover future classics, launch your phone’s voice assistant and select the type of noise cancellation. And now, with a new five-band EQ, tailoring your music to your taste is more precise than ever.
What's Included
- Px8 S2 McLaren Edition Headphones
- Carry Case
- 1.2m USB-C to 3.5mm stereo jack audio cable
- 1.2m USB-C to USB-C cable
- 2-year warranty
Specifications
Technical Features
High-performance DSP with dedicated amplifier/DAC
True 24-bit audio connection
5-band customisable EQ + TrueSound mode
Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX Lossless technology
Multipoint connectivity
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
USB-C charging and audio interface
Fast charging support
Apple MFi Made For iPhone® support
Google Fast Pair
Wearing Style
Over-ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones
Bluetooth Codecs
aptX Lossless
aptX Adaptive
aptX HD
aptX Classic
AAC
SBC
Microphones
8 mics total - 4 mics per earcup
Voice Call Quality Algorithm
ADI Pure Voice
Drive Units
2 × ø 40mm dynamic full-range carbon driver
Battery Life & Charging
30 hours playback
15-minute charge for 7 hours playback
Dimensions (Carry Case)
177 mm (w) × 60 mm (d) × 234 mm (h)
For hygienic reasons, there are no returns on headphones once opened.
All in-stock headphones are available for personal demonstration in-store. We encourage you to try before buying to ensure satisfactory sound, fit, and functionality.
If an item is defective upon receipt, please notify us within 30 days of purchase so we can arrange an exchange. For issues following 30 days, we will work with you and the manufacturer within the scope of each brand’s warranty and service policies.