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Pi8 Anthracite Black

Name: Pi8 Anthracite Black
Brand: Bowers & Wilkins
SKU: BOWERS-WILKINS-PI8-ANTHRACITE-BLACK

Reference in-ear True Wireless earbuds

Model FP44962

Pi8. The new reference in earbuds. Class-leading audio performance, bespoke ANC and crystal-clear call quality with the comfort and elegance of a highly considered earbud design.

At a glance

All specifications

Driver size: 12 mm
Battery life (hours): 6.5
Drive Units: 12 mm Carbon Cone
Wireless Charging Support: Yes
Water Resistance: IP54 (earbuds)

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Features6
Downloads3
Awards and press7

Overview

The reference-quality Pi8 redefines the earbud category: its no-holds-barred specification sets a new benchmark for engineering excellence.

About Bowers & Wilkins

There’s nothing quite like experiencing the True Sound of a performance. At Bowers & Wilkins, our dedicated engineers develop and integrate the highest calibre of performance audio technology into our products. The result allows you to hear music and movies with the striking accuracy and realism of the original recording, with nothing added and nothing taken away.

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Features

Premium design, perfect fit
Pi8’s highly considered industrial design combines premium materials, an ergonomic form factor and four ear tip sizes to ensure a comfortable listen for every user.
Carbon Cone drive units
Reduced distortion and improved high-frequency detail capture nuances in your music that other headphone drive units miss.
Smart charging case
Pi8 offer 6.5 hours of earbud life, fast charging and additional battery life in their charging cases. Connecting to an iPhone or Android device is simple, and the smart charging case’s retransmission feature allows you to connect Pi8 directly to your favourite audio source.
Work, stream, call
Advanced noise cancellation that automatically adapts to your surroundings and three microphones per earbud ensures uninterrupted sound and call performance no matter where you are.
Direct streaming, complete control
The Bowers & Wilkins Music app provides industry-first headphone music streaming, plus simple setup and control that makes Pi8 smart, intuitive and easy to use. Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play
Find your perfect earbuds
If you’re a Pi7 S2 user, upgrade to Pi8 and elevate your listening. Hear your music the way it was meant to be heard with the precision of Pi8’s Carbon Cone drive units; don’t miss a beat thanks to aptX™ Lossless sound quality and immerse yourself for longer with extended battery life.

Specifications

Driver size: 12 mm
Battery life (hours): 6.5
Model code: BOWERS-WILKINS-PI8-ANTHRACITE-BLACK; Quote it when you ask a specialist.

Size & Weight

Weight: Earbuds: 7g (each) Charging case: 46g
Dimensions (Charging Case): 65 mm (w) x 29 mm (d) x 52 mm (h)

Technical details

Wearing Style: In-Ear Noise-Cancelling True Wireless Earbuds
Technical Features: High-performance DSP with dedicated DSP and amplifier/DAC True 24-bit audio connection 5-band customisable EQ + TrueSound™ mode Bluetooth 5.4 with aptX™ Lossless technology Multipoint connectivity Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) Audio retransmission from charging case (aptX™ Adaptive) Wireless and USB-C charging Fast charging support Apple MFi Made for iPhone support
Bluetooth Codecs: aptX™ Lossless aptX™ Adaptive aptX™ Classic AAC SBC
Drive Units: 12 mm Carbon Cone
Microphones: 3 per earbud for telephony and ANC
Battery Type: Rechargeable Lithium-ion (earbuds and charging case)
Battery Life & Charging: Up to 6.5 hours for earbuds (with ANC on) Additional 13.5 hours from charging case Charge time = 2 hours 15-minute charge = 2 hours playback
Wireless Charging Support: Yes
Water Resistance: IP54 (earbuds)
Audio Inputs: Earbuds: Bluetooth Charging case: USB-C & 3.5 mm analogue jack (wireless audio retransmission via charging case)
Accessories: Extra Small / Small / Medium / Large ear tips 60 cm USB-C to USB-C charging cable 80 cm 3.5 mm jack to USB-C audio cable

Finishes

Finishes: Anthracite Black Dove White Jade Green Midnight Blue Dark Burgundy Pale Mauve

Downloads

Pi8 ManualManual · English · PDF, 9.4 MB
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Pi8 Quick Start GuideQuick start guide · English · PDF, 1.2 MB
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Pi8 Information SheetDatasheet · English · PDF, 24.1 MB
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Awards and press

These earbuds offer the most zealous, nuanced, detailed and balanced audio I've heard in a true wireless earbuds design.
TechRadar, 11/2024
An absolutely fantastic sounding pair of wireless earphones that deliver epic clarity.
Stuff, 11/2024
B&W's new premium wireless earbuds, the Pi8, sound fantastic.
WHAT HI-FI, 10/2024
High-end in-ears deliver peerless audio quality.
Tom's Guide, 08/2024
Comfy fit, incredible sound...these earbuds are intended for those who want the pinnacle audio experience in a stylish package.
T3, 08/2024
iF DESIGN AWARD 2025
Pi8 was recognized with the Red Dot Design Award in 2025.
Red Dot Design Award