Great news this week on the Focal Bathys MG, an upgrade on the Bathys released last year. The MGs feature a magnesium membrane that is lighter than the aluminium/magnesium driver in the original Bathys. The magnesium adjustment promises a more open presentation while handling bass and treble more effectively side-by-side. There are a number of other differences, notably the chestnut-style colour scheme. There is an emphasis on comfort for longer listening with new foam in the headband and the pads.

Focal Bathys MG
Focal Bathys MG in a Chestnut finish

The Focal Bathys MG has a USB DAC Mode that is wired and Bluetooth wireless connectivity. It also has active noise cancellation with three modes: silent, soft, and transparent. These are all accessible in the Focal Naim App, which has EQ adjustments and a customisable profile, which is like a hearing test, to suit the listener’s needs.

Focal claims 30 hours of battery life in wireless mode, 35 hours in jack mode, and 42 hours in USB-DAC mode. If needed, a 15-minute fast charge option provides a five-hour splash and dash.

Focal Bathys MG
Focal Bathys MG with carry case and accessories

The Bathys MG has a 1.2m jack and a 1.2m USB-C cable and is wireless. It will be available for £999 in April at major retailers, including Amazon and Premium Sound.

The Focal Bathys MG is currently being reviewed at HF&MS.  The 100 Track Tidal Playlist is here.

Focal Bathys MG
Focal Bathys MG in chestnut

About Focal

Focal has been manufacturing benchmark acoustic equipment since 1979. Based in Saint-Étienne, France, the brand is one of the world leaders in its field, thanks to its know-how and innovations. Focal’s quest is to enhance listening experiences and restore the authenticity of artists’ work. Every day, Focal pushes back the boundaries of musical reproduction, going beyond the traditional approach and approaching it differently. With Focal, purity of sound and emotion are one and the same. To find out more, visit focal.com.

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