{"id":28474,"date":"2026-06-13T18:16:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T09:16:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474"},"modified":"2026-06-13T18:16:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T09:16:17","slug":"evaluating-flagship-bluetooth-focal-bathys-mg-vs-dali-io-12-vs-ta-so","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474","title":{"rendered":"Evaluating Flagship Bluetooth: Focal Bathys MG vs Dali IO-12 vs T+A So"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"bloggy--article\">\n      <link href=\"https:\/\/d2xvgzwm836rzd.cloudfront.net\/blog_styles--audio46.min.css?v=1781308755604\" type=\"text\/css\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\/>\n<div id=\"1774624712282\" class=\"bggle--block bggle_text margin_vertical--medium     margin-top_none margin-bottom_none \" section-id=\"1774624712282\">\n<p>In the event you&#8217;re on the lookout for a <strong>flagship headphone<\/strong> that&#8217;s <strong>Bluetooth enabled<\/strong>, chances are you might have discovered some choices from <a href=\"https:\/\/audio46.com\/collections\/focal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Focal<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/audio46.com\/collections\/dali\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dali<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/audio46.com\/collections\/t-a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">T+A<\/a>. These three firms supply some nice fashions for prime of the road Bluetooth listening. The Focal Bathys MG is the most recent to this lineup, competing with the Dali IO-12 and the T+A Solitaire T that are proper in the identical value vary. What&#8217;s the distinction between all of them? How have you learnt which is finest for you? This comparability evaluation will take you thru all the main points and specs of every so you can also make an knowledgeable choice of what to spend your cash on.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_53 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-6a326a6055900\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-6a326a6055900\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-6a326a6055900\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#WHAT%E2%80%99S_IN_THE_BOX\" title=\"\n    WHAT&#8217;S IN THE BOX? \n  \">\n    WHAT&#8217;S IN THE BOX? \n  <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#FOCAL_BATHYS_MG\" title=\"FOCAL BATHYS MG\">FOCAL BATHYS MG<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#DALI_IO-12\" title=\"DALI IO-12\">DALI IO-12<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#TA_SOLITAITRE_T\" title=\"T+A SOLITAITRE T\">T+A SOLITAITRE T<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#1499\" title=\"$1,499\">$1,499<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#1750\" title=\"$1,750\">$1,750<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#1990\" title=\"$1,990\">$1,990<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#DESIGN_BUILD_QUALITY\" title=\"\n    DESIGN &amp; BUILD QUALITY \n  \">\n    DESIGN &amp; BUILD QUALITY \n  <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#FEATURES_FUNCTIONALITY\" title=\"\n    FEATURES &amp; FUNCTIONALITY \n  \">\n    FEATURES &amp; FUNCTIONALITY \n  <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#BLUETOOTH_ACTIVE_NOISE_CANCELLATION\" title=\"\n    BLUETOOTH &amp; ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION \n  \">\n    BLUETOOTH &amp; ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION \n  <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#PHOTO_GALLERY\" title=\"\n    PHOTO GALLERY \n  \">\n    PHOTO GALLERY \n  <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#TECHNICAL_SPECIFICATIONS\" title=\"\n    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS \n  \">\n    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS \n  <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#FOCAL_BATHYS_MG-2\" title=\"FOCAL BATHYS MG\">FOCAL BATHYS MG<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#DALI_IO-12-2\" title=\"DALI IO-12\">DALI IO-12<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#TA_SOLITAITRE_T-2\" title=\"T+A SOLITAITRE T\">T+A SOLITAITRE T<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#1499-2\" title=\"$1,499\">$1,499<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#1750-2\" title=\"$1,750\">$1,750<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#1990-2\" title=\"$1,990\">$1,990<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#LISTENING_COMPARISON\" title=\"\n    LISTENING COMPARISON \n  \">\n    LISTENING COMPARISON \n  <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#SOUNDSTAGE_IMAGING\" title=\"SOUNDSTAGE &amp; IMAGING\">SOUNDSTAGE &amp; IMAGING<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#BASS_FREQUENCIES\" title=\"BASS FREQUENCIES\">BASS FREQUENCIES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#MIDRANGE_FREQUENCIES\" title=\"MIDRANGE FREQUENCIES\">MIDRANGE FREQUENCIES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#TREBLE_FREQUENCIES\" title=\"TREBLE FREQUENCIES\">TREBLE FREQUENCIES<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#FINAL_THOUGHTS_WHICH_FLAGSHIP_IS_FOR_YOU\" title=\"\n    FINAL THOUGHTS: WHICH FLAGSHIP IS FOR YOU? \n  \">\n    FINAL THOUGHTS: WHICH FLAGSHIP IS FOR YOU? \n  <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/aireviewirush.com\/?p=28474\/#MORE_COMPARISON_REVIEWS\" title=\"\n    MORE COMPARISON REVIEWS \n  \">\n    MORE COMPARISON REVIEWS \n  <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1774626694513\" section-id=\"1774626694513\" class=\"text--1636212957474 margin_vertical--medium no--margin-horizontal no--padding-vertical no--padding-horizontal  margin-top_none margin-bottom_none bggle_title bggle--block text__left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"WHAT%E2%80%99S_IN_THE_BOX\"><\/span>\n    WHAT&#8217;S IN THE BOX?<br \/>\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"1776792055210\" class=\"bggle--block bggle_text margin_vertical--small       \" section-id=\"1776792055210\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FOCAL_BATHYS_MG\"><\/span>FOCAL BATHYS MG<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DALI_IO-12\"><\/span>DALI IO-12<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TA_SOLITAITRE_T\"><\/span>T+A SOLITAITRE T<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1499\"><\/span>$1,499<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1750\"><\/span>$1,750<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1990\"><\/span>$1,990<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; vertical-align: top;\" class=\"fr-cell-fixed \">\n<ul style=\" text-decoration: none;\">\n<li>Focal Bathys MG Wi-fi Headphones<\/li>\n<li>Inflexible protecting carrying case<\/li>\n<li>1.2m (3.9ft) 3.5mm stereo jack cable<\/li>\n<li>1.2m (3.9ft) USB-C audio and charging cable<\/li>\n<li>Fast begin information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; vertical-align: top;\">\n<ul style=\" text-decoration: none;\">\n<li>1.2 m USB-C cable (for charging and USB audio)<\/li>\n<li>1.2 m lengthy 3.5 mm mini jack stereo cable<\/li>\n<li>3 m lengthy 3.5 mm mini jack stereo cable<\/li>\n<li>3.5 mm stereo mini jack to six.3 mm jack adaptor<\/li>\n<li>Flight adaptor<\/li>\n<li>Luxurious journey case<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; vertical-align: top;\" class=\"fr-cell-handler \">\n<ul style=\" text-decoration: none;\">\n<li>Headphone<\/li>\n<li>Carton Packaging<\/li>\n<li>Transport Case<\/li>\n<li>Connection cable contained in the case<\/li>\n<li>Guide<\/li>\n<li>Security Directions<\/li>\n<li>Guarantee Registration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1774626779740\" section-id=\"1774626779740\" class=\"text--1636212957474 margin_vertical--medium no--margin-horizontal no--padding-vertical no--padding-horizontal  margin-top_none margin-bottom_none bggle_title bggle--block text__left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DESIGN_BUILD_QUALITY\"><\/span>\n    DESIGN &amp; BUILD QUALITY<br \/>\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"1774626822602\" class=\"bggle--block bggle_text margin_vertical--medium     margin-top_none margin-bottom_none \" section-id=\"1774626822602\">\n<p>The primary place I begin in any comparability is the bodily look of the headphones. Between the Bathys MG, the IO-12, and the Solitaire T, you see very distinct types that set them aside from one another. The Dali IO-12 is the biggest of the three, with massive sq. earpads that cowl the ear fully. You do not usually see a sq. design on ear cups, however the design is sort of comfy and common for a lot of totally different head shapes. The subsequent largest could be the Focal Bathys MG, which is rounder however protrudes outward to be a bit bulkier, just like the Dali IO-12. The massive earcup suits very comfortably over your ears, and the spherical form is extra common and acquainted. The Solitaire T is the smallest of the three, sporting earcups which are simply giant sufficient to suit over your ears. It is extremely slim and has essentially the most compact design of the three offered right here. For these on the lookout for a extra modern and delicate design, the T+A Solitaire T beats out the Dali IO-12 and the Bathys MG.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Solitaire T affords a bodily design function that the opposite headphones don&#8217;t: collapsibility. The Solitaire T folds as much as be extra compact than simply mendacity flat, just like the Bathys MG and the IO-12. All of the headphones include hardshell carrying instances that retailer the headphones and their accent cables, however the T+A is the one one that gives that ultra-compact design that&#8217;s simple to place in your bag and journey with.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>All of the headphones are fabricated from premium supplies that really feel luxurious earlier than you even put them in your head. The Bathys MG is fabricated from magnesium, because the &#8216;MG&#8217; within the identify suggests, and it makes the headphone very light-weight. The Dali IO-12 has two totally different coloration choices, Mocha Gray and Darkish Chocolate, and is fabricated from premium leather-based across the headband and earcups. The aluminum construct of the Solitaire T is simple to put on for hours, folding and adjusting to your head with ease. That is one other headphone that is available in two totally different colours, both traditional black or cognac white.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>For my private consolation, I discovered I most popular the match of the Bathys MG or the Dali IO-12 the perfect. It was comfy over my glasses, and the clamping pressure was not as tight as another headphones. Whereas the Solitaire T had earcups completely sized to my head, I most popular the additional ear-room within the different two headphones as a substitute. Relying in your consolation preferences, chances are you&#8217;ll discover you favor one headphone over the others.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1774626825155\" section-id=\"1774626825155\" class=\"text--1636212957474 margin_vertical--medium no--margin-horizontal no--padding-vertical no--padding-horizontal  margin-top_none margin-bottom_none bggle_title bggle--block text__left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FEATURES_FUNCTIONALITY\"><\/span>\n    FEATURES &amp; FUNCTIONALITY<br \/>\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"1774626836626\" class=\"bggle--block bggle_text margin_vertical--medium     margin-top_none margin-bottom_none \" section-id=\"1774626836626\">\n<p>For performance, every of the headphones has a unique approach to function. If there&#8217;s a sure approach you prefer to function your headphones, chances are you&#8217;ll discover your alternative amongst them in performance alone. Like Sony or Sennheiser, the T+A Solitaire T has contact sensors on the suitable ear cup to navigate by totally different controls. Play, pause, quantity, and observe change can all be managed with a swipe movement or a faucet. There&#8217;s a circle on the suitable aspect with a barely totally different texture, and when that&#8217;s tapped, you activate and off transparency mode. Other than the fundamental capabilities, you get another buttons on either side that flip the Solitaire T on, off, change modes, and set it to pairing mode.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Equally, the Dali IO-12 is programmed with right-ear cup controls. The principle distinction right here is the suitable ear cups is one giant tactile button, the place you press on totally different locations of the earcup versus swiping. There are buttons on each earcups&#8217; perimeters with numerous controls, like ANC, energy, and Bluetooth pairing. The Dali IO-12 would not include an app to regulate the sound; as a substitute, you might be presenetd with two modes you&#8217;ll be able to change between through a button: hi-fi mode and bass mode.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Bathys MG provide the most customization choices, with a separate app to manage EQ and filters to tune the sound precisely how you want. \u00a0The controls are much like the Dali IO-12, the place there are button instructions versus sensors just like the Solitaire T. The earcups themselves haven&#8217;t any buttons or contact sensors, and as a substitute have only a design with the flowing Focal brand. By way of simplicity, Focal wins with its restricted button choice and lack of contact sensors. T+A Solitaire T has essentially the most versatile controls that make it so that you by no means want to have a look at your cellphone.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1774626946765\" section-id=\"1774626946765\" class=\"text--1636212957474 margin_vertical--medium no--margin-horizontal no--padding-vertical no--padding-horizontal  margin-bottom_none margin-top_none bggle_title bggle--block text__left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BLUETOOTH_ACTIVE_NOISE_CANCELLATION\"><\/span>\n    BLUETOOTH &amp; ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION<br \/>\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"1774626944019\" class=\"bggle--block bggle_text margin_vertical--medium     margin-top_none margin-bottom_none \" section-id=\"1774626944019\">\n<p>By way of options, all of those headphones are geared up with alternative ways to hear so that you get essentially the most out of your sound. Every of those headphones is supplied with <a href=\"https:\/\/audio46.com\/collections\/active-noise-cancelling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Energetic Noise Cancellation<\/a>, permitting you to modify between having it on, off, or a 3rd transparency mode to make you extra conscious of your environment. The microphones on every of those are delicate and correct, cancelling out the atmosphere round you with ease and precision. The precise microphones additionally make these headphones nice for cellphone calls, permitting you to speak on the go along with readability on each ends.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Based mostly on my listening, I imagine the Dali IO-12 has the strongest noise cancellation, adopted by the Bathys MG, and the Solitaire T in final place. This is not to say they are not all robust and efficient in immersing you in your listening, but when I had been to drag at hairs, the T+A misplaced the race for me. I appreciated how the T+A was efficient in its loudness and total element, however the noise cancelling alone was not fairly robust sufficient for my liking. If you&#8217;re somebody who would not care a lot for noise cancellation over common sound high quality, the T+A could show to be an excellent alternative for you.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1781102972334\" section-id=\"1781102972334\" class=\"text--1636212957474 margin_vertical--small no--margin-horizontal no--padding-vertical no--padding-horizontal  margin-top_none bggle_title bggle--block text__left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PHOTO_GALLERY\"><\/span>\n    PHOTO GALLERY<br \/>\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2 id=\"1774627052595\" section-id=\"1774627052595\" class=\"text--1636212957474 margin_vertical--small no--margin-horizontal no--padding-vertical no--padding-horizontal  margin-top_none bggle_title bggle--block text__left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TECHNICAL_SPECIFICATIONS\"><\/span>\n    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS<br \/>\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"1776792318073\" class=\"bggle--block bggle_text margin_vertical--small       \" section-id=\"1776792318073\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FOCAL_BATHYS_MG-2\"><\/span>FOCAL BATHYS MG<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DALI_IO-12-2\"><\/span>DALI IO-12<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TA_SOLITAITRE_T-2\"><\/span>T+A SOLITAITRE T<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1499-2\"><\/span>$1,499<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1750-2\"><\/span>$1,750<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; text-align: center;\">\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1990-2\"><\/span>$1,990<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; vertical-align: top;\" class=\"fr-cell-fixed \">\n<ul style=\" text-decoration: none;\">\n<li>\n<strong>Kind<\/strong>: Closed-back wi-fi over-ear headphones with ANC<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Bluetooth Model<\/strong>: 5.2, Multipoint supported<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Bluetooth Vary<\/strong>: &gt;15 meters<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Codecs<\/strong>: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Battery Life<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>30h (Bluetooth with ANC)<\/li>\n<li>35h (3.5mm jack)<\/li>\n<li>42h (USB-C DAC)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Drivers<\/strong>: 40mm magnesium \u2018M\u2019-shaped dome drivers<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Frequency Response<\/strong>: 10Hz \u2013 22kHz<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Distortion<\/strong>: &lt;0.2% @ 1kHz<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Microphones<\/strong>: 8 whole (for calls and ANC)<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Weight<\/strong>: 350g<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Extras<\/strong>: Google Quick Pair, Focal &amp; Naim app assist<\/li>\n<li><strong>Made in France<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; vertical-align: top;\">\n<ul style=\" text-decoration: none;\">\n<li>\n<strong>Frequency Vary (+\/-3 dB) [Hz]:<\/strong> 10 &#8211; 48,000<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Most SPL [dB]:<\/strong> 100<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Wi-fi Enter Audio Codecs:<\/strong> AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Headphone Precept:<\/strong> Closed-back circumaural (over-ear)<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Full Vary Driver:<\/strong> 50 mm with SMC-based magnet system<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Battery Playback Time:<\/strong> As much as 35 hours<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Impedance (Passive mode) [ohms]:<\/strong> 25<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Connection Enter:<\/strong> Bluetooth\u00ae 5.2, 3.5 mm mini jack, USB-C<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Enter Audio Codecs:<\/strong> 16 &#8211; 24 bit audio, 32\/44.1\/48\/96 kHz pattern price<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 33.3333%; vertical-align: top;\" class=\"fr-cell-handler \">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Ear coupling<\/strong>: around-ear, closed<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Driver<\/strong>: chosen, low tolerance dynamic drivers<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Frequency response<\/strong>: 4 &#8211; 22,000 Hz<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>THD<\/strong>: &lt;0.05 % (1 kHz \/ 94 dB)<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Microphones<\/strong>: 2 communication microphones on the suitable, 2 ANC microphones on either side<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Noise Cancelling<\/strong>: Hybrid<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Chipset<\/strong>: Qualcomm QCC 5127<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Bluetooth Model<\/strong>: 5.1, class 2<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Bluetooth Profiles<\/strong>: A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Codecs<\/strong>: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Battery Expertise<\/strong>: Lithium Ion<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Battery Capability<\/strong>: 1200 mAh<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Charging Energy<\/strong>: 5 V 1 A (5 W) max<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Charging Socket<\/strong>: USB-C<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Charging Time<\/strong>: 2 h<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong>Battery Lifetime<\/strong>: 70 h, 35 in HQ mode<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1774627519328\" section-id=\"1774627519328\" class=\"text--1636212957474 margin_vertical--medium no--margin-horizontal no--padding-vertical no--padding-horizontal  margin-top_none margin-bottom_none bggle_title bggle--block text__left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LISTENING_COMPARISON\"><\/span>\n    LISTENING COMPARISON<br \/>\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"1774633331536\" class=\"bggle--block bggle_text margin_vertical--medium     margin-top_none margin-bottom_none \" section-id=\"1774633331536\">\n<h3 class=\"text--1636212952126 bggle-font\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOUNDSTAGE_IMAGING\"><\/span>SOUNDSTAGE &amp; IMAGING<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>So, the query we&#8217;re all asking: how do all of the sound signatures differ? All three headphones have distinct sounds that make them distinctive, although yow will discover a number of similarities of their preliminary impressions. For starters, you already know you will be listening to excessive ranges of element throughout the frequency ranges. The soundstages are extensive on all three, which is nearly to be anticipated, however they do have presentation variations that make them simple to separate and outline individually.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Focal Bathys MG affords a few of the most balanced sound signatures of the three. It has a clear presentation from bass to treble, increasing outwards to create a great sense of depth and peak. The soundstage could be very extensive and wraps round your head fairly simply, making you sit proper on the heart of your tracks. That is much like the Dali IO-12, the place all the signature takes a step again and takes benefit of the depth of the soundstage. The Focal Bathys MG has an identical depth, however is punchier and extra analytical in its element. The IO-12 takes benefit of area much more in its sound signature and expands on its depth with extra stark separation. As compared, the T+A Solitaire T is a way more ahead headphone, prioritizing punch and loudness above all. There&#8217;s correct imaging and instrumental placement in its sound signature, however the Solitaire T creates a wall of sound that envelopes you fairly successfully. Relying on whether or not you admire the area or want to have your music very frontal, chances are you&#8217;ll discover you might have a right away choice.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Whereas their spatializations differ, the headphones can be outlined by their total signatures and tonalities. The Bathys MG leans extra analytical and balanced, whereas the IO-12 and Soliatire T have extra dynamic aptitude. The bass comes out essentially the most strongly on the Solitaire T and has the crispest treble. The Dali IO-12 is essentially the most relaxed of the three, with the Bathys MG standing simply in between the 2 as a great intermediary. It&#8217;s relaxed, however nonetheless has ahead element that makes it stand robust towards the Solitaire T.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text--1636212952126 bggle-font\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BASS_FREQUENCIES\"><\/span>BASS FREQUENCIES<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The bass of a headphone could make or break a signature, as low frequencies have develop into such a driving consider a number of well-liked tracks. Listening to the kick drum&#8217;s regular beat or the twang of bass guitars is typically individuals&#8217;s favourite a part of listening. Fortunately, in <a href=\"https:\/\/audio46.com\/collections\/bluetooth-headphones\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bluetooth headphones<\/a>, the bass is favored within the sound simply from design alone. The closed-back construct and ANC support to the energy of the bass, however every headphone does a superb job of controlling the bass to ensure it would not take up all the signature. Dali IO-12 has a extra relaxed bass, increasing backwards and filling the decrease vary like a blanket. It&#8217;s one thing on par with the Bathys MG, the place you get a excessive quantity of element however nonetheless a strong physique that takes up area. In spacious headphones, the bass might threat changing into skinny, however that is not the case with these headphones. The bass within the IO-12 is a bit thicker than that of the Bathys Mg, however each are undoubtedly extra subdued compared to the Solitaire T.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>All three headphones excel of their detailed copy of devices on this vary. The Solitaire T does an excellent job of delivering the punch that makes tracks extra energized. The physique and heat in additional relaxed genres come by, however the extremely detailed copy with a extra ahead presentation makes these low-end devices hit twice as exhausting. This punchiness would not take away from element, making it an in depth comparability to the Bathys MG. The Bathys MG, whereas being a extra relaxed signature, undoubtedly delivers an efficient quantity of element that retains it from being washed out. You will have a really pure and trustworthy sound copy within the bass, so the analytical nature of the Bathys MG comes out extra. The Solitaire T in all probability has essentially the most slamming bass out of the three, with the Dali IO-12 being essentially the most laid-back and centered on textures reasonably than physique. \u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text--1636212952126 bggle-font\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MIDRANGE_FREQUENCIES\"><\/span>MIDRANGE FREQUENCIES<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Midrange readability is outstanding on all these headphones. The distinct separation with spacious soundstage makes the midrange a spotlight in any of the three selections on the desk. The T+A Solitaire and the Focal Bathys MG have essentially the most V-shaped signatures, resulting in a extra ahead midrange presentation. The Solitaire T has a extra stark V-shape than the opposite selections, so that you hear the midrange come extra instantly ahead. For individuals who just like the forwardness of the midrange, you&#8217;ll undoubtedly discover a sound you want within the Solitaire T. The forwardness makes timbres and textures stand out, with vocals pulled to the very entrance to face out amongst the whole lot else. The Bathys MG is comparable on this approach, the place the timbres of devices are clear and simple to acknowledge within the sound discipline. The midrange would not come as far ahead, because it stays in line to make the Bathys MG a little bit flatter and even to create a pure copy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Dali IO-12 takes a barely totally different strategy. These headphones preserve the identical forwardness within the midrange, making vocals the forefront sound and having the whole lot else filter round it. The midrange takes benefit of the area within the soundstage, letting components filter backwards and expend the depth and horizontal area. The Solitaire T has extra forwardness that might be seen as overwhelming, so the Dali IO-12 affords a pleasant various with out sacrificing the midrange readability you search for in a high-end headphone. It has a extra enjoyable tuning in comparison with that of the Bathys MG, although components are nonetheless simple to acknowledge, and their timbres are distinguishable within the signature. If naturalness and forwardness are essential as midrange traits, you will seemingly discover the T+A Solitaire T is a superb alternative. If you would like extra evenness throughout the board, the Focal Bathys MG and the Dali IO-12 could also be higher choices.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text--1636212952126 bggle-font\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TREBLE_FREQUENCIES\"><\/span>TREBLE FREQUENCIES<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The treble is typically exhausting to get proper in a Bluetooth headphone. As talked about earlier, the closed-back design and energetic noise cancellation work towards you to make the low finish tremendous robust, and will make the highest finish could also be very artificial and piercing. Fortunately, this does not occur in any of the flagship Bluetooth headphones we now have on the desk right here. Between the T+A Solitaire T, the Focal Bathys MG, and the Dali IO-12, there&#8217;s a large amount of management within the treble finish that makes the highest vary enjoyable to take heed to with out problem. The highest finish within the IO-12 is maybe essentially the most relaxed, which stays in theme with the remainder of the headphone&#8217;s signature. This makes all the signature much less compressed, which will help when the closed-back design makes you are feeling a little bit extra remoted. The Bathys MG has this lightness within the prime finish as effectively. It has a number of vivid element that does not develop into too piercing, however as a substitute highlights element and crispness to all the weather all through the signature. The T+A Solitaire T does this as effectively, however the ethereal high quality falls a bit brief and as a substitute focuses on the element.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The punchy trait of the Solitaire T carries all the best way from the bass to the treble. You will have a number of element within the treble vary to maintain tracks sharp, and that carries all through the signature. You do not get the identical ahead trait within the Focal Bathys MG, nevertheless it does have an efficient ethereal high quality that makes the highest finish extra spacious and lightweight. The Solitaire T, as compared, can sound a bit narrower, the place the Dali IO-12 opens up on the prime and creates area for frequencies to ring out naturally. I favored how greater frequencies sounded within the IO-12, since they naturally dissipated and expanded outwards to make it seem to be it was within the room with you. The Bathys MG was comparable on this approach, although it created extra forwardness to virtually function a mixture of the Solitaire T and the IO-12. \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"1774641045677\" section-id=\"1774641045677\" class=\"text--1636212957474 margin_vertical--medium no--margin-horizontal no--padding-vertical no--padding-horizontal  margin-bottom_none margin-top_none bggle_title bggle--block text__left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FINAL_THOUGHTS_WHICH_FLAGSHIP_IS_FOR_YOU\"><\/span>\n    FINAL THOUGHTS: WHICH FLAGSHIP IS FOR YOU?<br \/>\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"1774641821707\" class=\"bggle--block bggle_text margin_vertical--medium     margin-top_none margin-bottom_none \" section-id=\"1774641821707\">\n<p>Flagship Bluetooth headphones are nice items of know-how, and choosing the proper one generally is a daunting activity. Selecting aside the variations between them will be tedious, however you need to make an knowledgeable choice earlier than spending over $1.5k. In any case the main points and sonic evaluation have been laid on the desk, how have you learnt which one is best for you? In the event you&#8217;re nonetheless having a troublesome time determining which you should buy, let me sum it up shortly:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Select the Focal Bathys MG\u00a0<\/strong>when you worth analytical and extremely detailed sound. With the interior DAC that&#8217;s featured through the USB-C connection, you might have the promise of an elevated listening expertise each through Bluetooth and with a cable. The Bathys MG is a superb alternative for these on the lookout for good imaging, element, and pure sound copy multi function gadget.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Select the Dali IO-12<\/strong> when you&#8217;re on the lookout for rest in your listening. The Dali IO-12 has giant earcups which are comfy for lengthy listening classes. The sound signature is extremely detailed however makes use of area greater than something, so that you get to immerse your self in your listening with ease. For these wanting a snug and stress-free audio expertise, the Dali IO-12 could also be for you.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Select the T+A Solitaire T\u00a0<\/strong>when you worth portability and lightness. This headphone is made for the touring audiophile, delivering robust noise cancelling and clear cellphone name high quality for any atmosphere. It&#8217;s the most compact headphone on the desk, so you&#8217;ll be able to belief that it will slot in any carry-on you might have. If you wish to journey mild and nonetheless have the best decision in your sound, I&#8217;d extremely advocate going for the T+A Solitaire T.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Irrespective of which headphones you select, you might be certain to have an excellent audio expertise. Wi-fi comfort does not imply you sacrifice high quality, and you&#8217;ll nonetheless get all of the hi-res listening your coronary heart wishes at an excellent value. I extremely advocate attempting earlier than shopping for, and you&#8217;ll attempt all these headphones (and extra!) at Audio46. Take a look at our choice of Bluetooth headphones to see what stands out as the proper match for you.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Yow will discover the <a href=\"https:\/\/audio46.com\/products\/focal-bathys-mgs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Focal Bathys MG<\/strong><\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/audio46.com\/products\/dali-io-12-wireless-noise-cancelling-headphones\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Dali IO-12<\/strong><\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/audio46.com\/products\/t-a-solitaire-t-wireless-noise-cancelling-headphones\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>T+A Solitaire T<\/strong><\/a> at <strong>Audio46<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"1774641833445\" class=\"bggle_summary bggle--block margin_vertical--medium  padding_vertical--medium padding_horizontal--medium margin-top_none margin-bottom_none\" section-id=\"1774641833445\">\n<div class=\"one-summary margin-summary flex--row bggleV2\">\n<div class=\"text-summary blggleV2\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p>Focal Bathys MG Value: $1,499<\/p>\n<p>Dali IO-12 Value: $1,750<\/p>\n<p>T+A Solitaire T Value: $1,990<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"one-summary margin-summary flex--row bggleV2\">\n<div class=\"text-summary blggleV2\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p>All headphones include energetic noise cancellation and built-in microphones for clear name high quality. You should use all of the headphones with a cable or wirelessly.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"one-summary margin-summary flex--row bggleV2\">\n<div class=\"text-summary blggleV2\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p>Solely the Solitaire T comes with the foldable and collapsable design, making it supreme for vacationers who want compactness on the go.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"one-summary margin-summary flex--row bggleV2\">\n<div class=\"text-summary blggleV2\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p>All sound signatures are extremely detailed, however deal with area in a different way. T+A could be very ahead, Focal taking a step again and horizontally expansive, and the Dali IO-12 very recessed and immersive.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"one-summary margin-summary flex--row bggleV2\">\n<div class=\"text-summary blggleV2\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<p>Dali IO-12 is essentially the most relaxed and easy-going by way of signature, with the T+A Solitaire T being essentially the most punchy. Focal Bathys MG sit within the center and reproduce sound very analytically.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3 id=\"1779978769030\" section-id=\"1779978769030\" class=\"text--1636212952126 margin_vertical--medium no--margin-horizontal no--padding-vertical no--padding-horizontal  margin-bottom_none margin-top_none bggle_title bggle--block text__left\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MORE_COMPARISON_REVIEWS\"><\/span>\n    MORE COMPARISON REVIEWS<br \/>\n  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the event you&#8217;re on the lookout for a flagship headphone that&#8217;s Bluetooth enabled, chances are you might have discovered some choices from Focal, Dali, and T+A. These three firms supply some nice fashions for prime of the road Bluetooth listening. 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