B&W Pi8 McLaren Edition Special-edition in-ear True Wireless earbuds
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B&W Pi8 McLaren Edition Special-edition in-ear True Wireless earbuds
The Pi8 McLaren Edition earbuds evolve the relationship between Bowers & Wilkins, McLaren Automotive and the McLaren Formula 1 Team. They fuse the high-performance wireless sound synonymous with Bowers & Wilkins' flagship in-ear headphones with McLaren-inspired design.
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McLaren inspiredThe Pi8 McLaren Edition is finished in elegant Galvanic Grey with Papaya details inspired by McLaren's supercars and the 2024 Formula 1 Constructors' Championship-winning MCL38. |
Incredible soundTrue high-resolution audio performance with a 24-bit connection for superior sound quality. Now you'll hear your favorite music and movies as they were meant to be heard. |
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Work, stream, callAdvanced noise cancellation that automatically adapts to your surroundings and three microphones per earbud ensure uninterrupted sound and call performance no matter where you are. |
Carbon Cone driversThe Carbon Cone drive units in Pi8 McLaren Edition deliver music with outstanding precision and accuracy. By reducing distortion and improving high-frequency detail, the Carbon Cone captures nuances in your music that other headphone drive units miss. |
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Smart charging caseA quick and convenient wireless charging case – sporting an iconic McLaren-inspired color palette – allows you to transport one fewer cable around with you throughout your day. Simply charge your Pi8 McLaren Edition case on any available wireless charging pad to continue listening to the highest quality sound on the go. |
Specifications
| 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 |
| Drive units | 12 mm Carbon Cone |
| 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 |
| 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) |
| In box 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 | Galvanic Grey/Papaya |
Caring for your Speakers and Amplifiers
To Keep your equipment safe these are some best practices to note. Please be advised that this is only to reduce the risk of misuse and is not an exhaustive list.
Speakers
- Speaker terminals are marked red and black, ensure your amplifier to the speakers are wired on the same colours
- Ensure no loose speaker wire from the red touches a loose wire from the black as this will lead to a short circuit and damage either the speaker, the amplifier or both.
- Not all speakers are designed to play at max volume, kindly consider the pairing of your amplifier and speakers
- Speaker cabinets cannot be replaced please handle with care.
AV & Stereo Amplifiers
- If your amplifier has HDMI ports, ensure all devices are off before plugging in the HDMI cable
- Turn off the amplifier before swoping out or adding speaker cable
- Amplifiers generate heat, place them in a well ventilated space. if possible avoid having anything on top of the unit.
- adding a surge protector can assist with power dips which are likely to damage your devices. Isotek and Furman are industry standard.
- Dusty environments can sometimes lead to accumulation of dust in the electronic components that might affect heat regulation
Shipping & Returns
- Free shipping on orders over R500 within the country.
- Standard delivery within 2–5 business days. Delays will be communicated. This might vary slightly depending on your location.
- Return items in original condition for a full refund. (unopened state)
- Returns that are open/unboxed will be subject to a handling fee. Refunds will only be processed after testing the unit.