The B&W P5 s are the first cans from the audio giant, which has brought us previous 5 star stunners the B&W Zeppelin and Zeppelin Mini. With a suitably retro look and the promise of beefing up even the most basic of MP3s to sonic stardom, the B&W P5s should be a must-have for minted music...

Look fantastic; lovely detailed sound; iPod support

Occasionally slip from your ears; could have a better low end

Renowned for it high-end hi-fi, Bowers and Wilkins' decision to make headphones is a bit of a departure for the company. At first glance, its debut set of cans, the P5s, certainly appear an impressive addition to its respected range of audio porn.

If you dress in Armani suits, drive a BMW Z4 Roadster and commute to work in your own private yacht, the B&W P5s are the only choice of headphone for you.

iPad-friendly

Price; microphone sits a little low

British company Bowers & Wilkins (or how it's more commonly known, B&W) has been making high-end speakers since Dr Phil started wearing long pants. Only in the past couple of years has the company dabbled in multimedia, but it has done so with great success: both of the Zeppelins and the MM-1...

Luxury build and styling; Even-handed yet exciting sound; Replaceable cables with iPhone mic

Flimsy cable easily broken; Treble can become harsh

Of course these headphones can't compete with the best semi-open or open designs for sheer clarity of audio in home applications. But there's little doubt that B&W's sumptuous P5s certainly challenge the finest portable headphones in the world, and they do it with spectacular style.

In most minds Bowers & Wilkins conjures a remembrance of dark-timbered, British-built loudspeakers with a distinctive note of midrange warmth, but in the last few years the company has attempted to develop some fresh associations for its brand.

So, is the B & W P5 Wireless worth the price In a word, yes. The materials, high quality build and great sound all make it so. These headphones make a statement with their appearance and feel, something akin to designer watches or bespoke suits. Not only that but they sound great too.

Beautiful materials and craftsmanship; Mature and balanced sound; Solid battery life

Clamping force a little tight

For my husband's birthday this year he received a pair of Bowers & Wilkins P5 headphones.

great comfort; sound quality; sleek style

my husband wants to buy more Bowers & Wilkins products now an they are expensive

I wanted these headphones to be great. B&W makes some great audio equipment, but leaves something to be desired with these headphones. My biggest problems were: 1. The feeling of listening to my music with everything condensed into a tiny area. There was no significant soundstage.

reasonable Mids

Poor soundstage

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comfortable; Great Sound; Stylish

Expensive