{"product_id":"bowers-wilkins-pi8-mclaren-edition-true-wireless-earbuds","title":"Bowers \u0026 Wilkins Pi8 McLaren Edition True Wireless Earbuds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBowers \u0026amp; Wilkins Pi8 McLaren Edition True Wireless Earbuds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlagship true wireless earbuds with 12mm Carbon Cone drivers, adaptive noise cancellation and McLaren-inspired Galvanic Grey and Papaya styling.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pi8 McLaren Edition brings Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins' reference in-ear platform into a distinctive finish developed with McLaren. It combines high-quality wireless listening, practical call performance and a charging case that can retransmit audio from wired sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound and Wireless Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Cone drivers and 24-bit audio.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each earbud uses a 12mm Carbon Cone driver, supported by dedicated digital processing and amplification. Bluetooth 5.4 and aptX Lossless support high-quality playback with compatible devices; actual codec use depends on the connected source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust the sound to suit you.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins Music app offers a five-band equaliser and TrueSound mode, while multipoint connectivity helps manage more than one device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNoise Cancellation and Calls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdaptive active noise cancellation helps manage changing background noise. Three microphones in each earbud support calls and noise cancellation. Fit remains important: choose the supplied ear tip size that gives a secure seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart Charging and Wired-Source Retransmission\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case supports wireless and USB-C charging, plus audio retransmission from a wired source using its 3.5mm analogue input and supplied cable. This is useful for equipment that does not provide a suitable Bluetooth audio connection, such as some in-flight entertainment systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery life is rated at up to 6.5 hours in the earbuds with ANC enabled, plus 13.5 hours from the case. A 15-minute charge provides up to two hours of playback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMcLaren Edition Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalvanic Grey with Papaya accents distinguishes this edition from the standard Pi8. The underlying listening platform retains the Pi8's 12mm Carbon Cone drivers and aptX Lossless capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12mm Carbon Cone drivers in each earbud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth 5.4 with aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, AAC and SBC support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptive active noise cancellation and three microphones per earbud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultipoint connectivity and Bowers \u0026amp; Wilkins Music app control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharging-case audio retransmission via 3.5mm input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless charging, USB-C charging and IP54-rated earbuds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePi8 McLaren Edition (FP45837P)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn-ear true wireless noise-cancelling earbuds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanic Grey \/ Papaya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrivers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12mm Carbon Cone, each earbud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 6.5 hours with ANC on; additional 13.5 hours from case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarbud weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7g each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP54 earbuds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Technical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor those who like to drag out all the useful bits\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView full technical specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAudio and Connectivity\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated DSP and amplifier\/DAC; true 24-bit audio connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCodecs: aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX Classic, AAC, SBC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-band customisable EQ and TrueSound mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultipoint Bluetooth connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharging-case retransmission via aptX Adaptive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePower and Physical\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRechargeable lithium-ion batteries in earbuds and case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharging time: approximately 2 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick charge: 15 minutes for up to 2 hours playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase dimensions (W x D x H): 65 x 29 x 52mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWireless and USB-C case charging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra-small, small, medium and large ear tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60cm USB-C to USB-C charging cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e80cm 3.5mm jack to USB-C audio cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaptX Lossless requires a compatible transmitting device; playback quality and battery life vary with use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe IP54 rating applies to the earbuds, not the charging case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm current availability and Australian warranty terms before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Audio Experts Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the Pi8 McLaren Edition if you want the Pi8's established flagship wireless features in the distinctive McLaren finish. The case retransmission function is particularly useful for travel, while the ear-tip selection and app EQ help tailor everyday listening. If the special finish is not important, the standard Pi8 deserves consideration because it shares the principal audio platform. Contact The Audio Experts for current availability and product advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bowers \u0026 Wilkins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68126385012923,"sku":null,"price":745.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/1956\/3610\/files\/51FDaZc8DcL.jpg?v=1794091561","url":"https:\/\/theaudioexperts.com.au\/products\/bowers-wilkins-pi8-mclaren-edition-true-wireless-earbuds","provider":"The Audio Experts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}