Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones "BeoPlay H8" | B&O PLAY
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March 18, 2015

Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones "BeoPlay H8" | B&O PLAY


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Wireless freedom, elegantly crafted in a stylish, lightweight headphone.


BeoPlay H8: Active Noise Cancellation Headphones


Wireless headphones with active noise cancellation have historically been hampered by bulky designs and short battery life. The answer to these challenges is the next-generation BeoPlay H8, a wireless headphone with active noise cancellation that fuses an innovative interface with refined design. It will be available at Bang & Olufsen specialty stores from Friday, March 13th.

Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)




An Ultra-Lightweight Design in Aluminum


The BeoPlay H8 features an intuitive aluminum interface on the right ear cup. A gentle touch is all it takes to answer calls, end conversations, change tracks, adjust volume, or toggle active noise cancellation.



Bang & Olufsen | BeoPlay H8

Bang & Olufsen | BeoPlay H8


Designed by Jakob Wagner, a leading Danish industrial designer, the BeoPlay H8 embodies a philosophy of simplicity and ease of use. "Our primary goal in developing the BeoPlay H8 was to combine optimal materials intelligently, ensure intuitive operation, and allow users to focus solely on enjoying their music," Wagner commented.

Bang & Olufsen | BeoPlay H8

Bang & Olufsen | BeoPlay H8


Feather-light design, perfect for long journeys.


The BeoPlay H8 combines an innovative touch interface—allowing all operations via taps and swipes—with active noise cancellation technology and an impressive battery life of up to 14 hours (with Bluetooth™ and active noise cancelling enabled). This feature-rich headphone weighs just 255g. Crafted from premium materials including anodized aluminum, genuine leather, and soft lambskin, it is available in two sophisticated finishes: Gray Hazel and Argilla Bright.

Bang & Olufsen | BeoPlay H8

Bang & Olufsen | BeoPlay H8


Henrik Taudorf Lorensen, President of B&O PLAY, stated, "The BeoPlay H8 incorporates groundbreaking new technologies, including active noise cancellation, Bluetooth™ 4.0, and an aluminum touch interface. Combined with Bang & Olufsen Signature Sound, premium materials, and a lightweight design, the BeoPlay H8 can truly be called the finest headphone ever created."

Experience B&O PLAY's signature clear and crisp sound with these stylish, lightweight headphones that embody true wireless freedom.

Features Active Noise Cancellation
BeoPlay H8 Wireless Headphones

Release Date: Friday, March 13th
Suggested Retail Price: ¥49,766
Colors: Gray Hazel, Argilla Bright

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