There are flagship headphones, and then there are headphones that arrive with a decade of motorsport pedigree stitched into every seam. The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 McLaren Edition is the latter — the third collaboration between B&W and McLaren Automotive, and the first to be built on B&W's newest S2 acoustic platform.
It arrives dressed in McLaren's signature Papaya Orange and Anthracite Grey, modelled on the F1 circuit by McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, and it's now available in India through 8mm.in, 8mm's authorised Bowers & Wilkins experience centre in Shankar Nagar, Raipur.
A Design Born on the Racetrack
The Px8 S2 McLaren Edition isn't a sticker pack over an existing headphone — it's a genuine design collaboration. The metallic Papaya Orange earcups (a nod to founder Bruce McLaren's earliest racing livery, still used on the McLaren F1 Team's cars today) contrast against an Anthracite Grey, die-cast aluminium single-arm structure. An embossed, tone-on-tone McLaren Speedmark sits on the headband, and every surface that touches your skin is wrapped in premium Nappa leather over memory-foam cushioning — built for long listening sessions, not just short photo ops.
Next-Generation S2 Acoustic Engineering
Underneath the McLaren styling sits the same acoustic platform that makes the standard Px8 S2 one of the best-reviewed wireless headphones on the market:
● 40mm Bespoke Carbon Cone Drivers: Re-engineered voice coils, suspension and magnet systems deliver a faster transient response, lower distortion and more accurate sound than the original Px8.
● Angled Driver Placement: Each driver is angled within the earcup to maintain a consistent distance from your ear, improving spaciousness and imaging.
● True 24-bit Lossless Audio: Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX™ Lossless and aptX™ Adaptive automatically finds the best possible connection, streaming uncompressed, bit-perfect 24-bit/96kHz audio from Qobuz, Tidal and Deezer through the Bowers & Wilkins Music app.
● 5-Band Customisable EQ: Up from 2 bands on the original Px8, so you can tune the sound signature and save your own presets.
● Wired Listening: Included USB-C to USB-C and USB-C to 3.5mm cables let you bypass wireless compression entirely and use the onboard DAC for pure high-resolution playback from a laptop or digital audio player.
Noise Cancellation That Doesn't Flatten the Music
An 8-microphone array — four per earcup — powers Bowers & Wilkins' optimised Active Noise Cancellation and the new ADI Pure Voice algorithm for calls. The result is noise cancellation tuned specifically to protect dynamics and musical energy, rather than the flat, closed-in sound many ANC headphones default to. A dedicated Quick Action button and adjustable wear-sensor sensitivity round out the everyday usability.
All-Day Comfort and 30-Hour Battery Life
At under 320g, the Px8 S2 McLaren Edition is built for full-day wear, backed by 30 hours of playback on a single charge. Running low? A 15-minute quick charge over USB-C gets you up to 7 hours of listening — enough for a full flight or a long workday.
Price & Availability in India
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 McLaren Edition is priced at ₹1,54,000 (inclusive of GST) in India, backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty in India and a 2-year international warranty. It ships with a 7-day return and replacement window, no-cost EMI options, and free doorstep delivery within 2–5 days when you order through 8mm.in.
Why Buy the Px8 S2 McLaren Edition from 8mm?
● Authorised Bowers & Wilkins Partner: Every unit sold through 8mm's Bowers & Wilkins collection is 100% genuine, with full manufacturer warranty support.
● Experience It Before You Buy: Audition the Px8 S2 McLaren Edition in person at 8mm's experience centre in Shankar Nagar, Raipur.
● Expert Guidance: 8mm's in-house audio specialists can help you compare it against the standard Px8 S2, the PX7 S3 and other flagship headphones before you decide.
● Easy Financing: No-cost EMI and price-match support are available at checkout.
Ready to own a piece of McLaren racing heritage? Buy the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 McLaren Edition online at 8mm.in, or visit the 8mm experience centre beside Arogya Hospital, Shankar Nagar, Raipur, to audition it in person. Have questions about fit, sound, or EMI options? WhatsApp our audio specialists and we'll help you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 McLaren Edition in India?
The Px8 S2 McLaren Edition is priced at ₹1,54,000, inclusive of GST, and is available at 8mm.in with no-cost EMI options.
What's different between the standard Px8 S2 and the McLaren Edition?
The acoustic platform, drivers and features are identical to the standard Px8 S2. The McLaren Edition is a design collaboration — Papaya Orange and Anthracite Grey finish, an embossed McLaren Speedmark on the headband, and packaging inspired by McLaren's motorsport heritage.
What's the difference between the original Px8 and the Px8 S2 McLaren Edition?
The S2 generation uses a completely re-engineered acoustic platform with improved magnetic systems for faster, lower-distortion sound, upgrades wireless support to Bluetooth 5.3 with aptX Lossless (versus aptX Adaptive on the original), and expands the companion app's EQ from 2 bands to 5 bands for far greater tuning control.
How long does the battery last?
Up to 30 hours of playback on a full charge, with a 15-minute quick charge delivering up to 7 hours of additional listening time.
Can I connect the Px8 S2 McLaren Edition to more than one device?
Yes. Multipoint Bluetooth connectivity lets you stay connected to two devices simultaneously — for example, a laptop for calls and a phone for music — and switch between them without manually reconnecting.
Can these headphones be used wired?
Yes. The box includes a USB-C to USB-C cable and a USB-C to 3.5mm cable, so you can use the onboard DAC for high-resolution wired listening whenever you prefer to skip Bluetooth entirely.
Is the Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 McLaren Edition available with a warranty in India?
Yes. Every unit sold through 8mm.in comes with a 1-year manufacturer warranty in India (2-year international warranty), plus a 7-day return and replacement window.
Written by Yug Gupta | Audio Specialist at 8mm.in
