Focal Bathys MG Graphite Grey Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The Focal Bathys MG is a flagship closed-back wireless headphone with active noise cancellation from Focal (Saint-Étienne, France), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Launched in 2025, the Bathys MG introduces a significant engineering leap over its predecessor: pure magnesium 40mm speaker drivers with M-shaped dome diaphragms, hand-crafted in Focal's French workshops, replacing the original aluminium/magnesium composite driver. The result is a frequency response of 10Hz to 22kHz with harmonic distortion below 0.2% at 1kHz, delivering natural, high-resolution sound with exceptional detail at every frequency extreme. Featuring Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive, AAC, and aptX codec support, USB-DAC mode up to 24-bit/192kHz, over 30 hours of wireless battery life, and eight microphones for advanced ANC, the Bathys MG sets a new benchmark in premium portable audio. Winner of the What Hi-Fi? Award 2025 in the premium wireless headphone category, this is Focal's finest wireless offering yet.

Pure Magnesium Drivers: The Heart of the Bathys MG

The defining innovation of the Bathys MG is its exclusive 40mm magnesium speaker driver with a distinctive M-shaped dome diaphragm, manufactured in Focal's Saint-Étienne workshops in France. Magnesium is a material prized in high-end acoustics for its combination of rigidity and low mass, producing a membrane that reacts with exceptional speed and precision. The M-shaped dome geometry is the same architecture Focal introduced in the Clear MG wired headphones, now brought to the wireless domain for the first time. The outcome is bass that is controlled yet physical, a midrange with natural texture, and treble that extends to 22kHz with shimmer and decay that rivals wired audiophile headphones. Harmonic distortion is held below 0.2% at 1kHz, a specification that reflects the driver's mechanical precision. The USB-DAC mode unlocks high-resolution audio playback up to 24-bit/192kHz, bypassing the Bluetooth path entirely and delivering bit-perfect audio from a connected source device.

Advanced ANC, Bluetooth 5.2, and Extended Battery Performance

The Bathys MG is built around Bluetooth 5.2 with Multipoint connectivity, enabling seamless simultaneous pairing with two source devices. Codec support includes aptX Adaptive, aptX, AAC, and SBC, covering every major streaming and hi-res Bluetooth standard available. The ANC system employs eight microphones distributed around the earcup housing, providing enhanced voice isolation and environment control across three selectable modes: Silent, Soft, and Transparent. Battery life reaches 30 hours in Bluetooth ANC mode, 35 hours via 3.5mm jack, and an impressive 42 hours in USB-DAC mode. Fast Charge adds 5 hours of listening from just 15 minutes of charging. Google Fast Pair support is included for rapid Android pairing. Full control, including EQ adjustment and ANC mode switching, is handled through the Focal and Naim companion app, available for iOS and Android.

Design, Materials, and Comfort

The Graphite Grey finish of the Bathys MG is paired with genuine leather on both the headband and earpads, complemented by aluminium and magnesium in the yoke construction. The design draws directly from the Clear MG wired reference headphone, incorporating its Chestnut and dark copper visual language and the signature backlit Focal logo. At 350g, the Bathys MG is engineered for long-session wearability, with contoured memory foam earpads that form a passive seal without excess clamping force. The carrying case included measures 24 x 21 x 7cm, sized to protect the headphones in transit. Three connection options are supported: Bluetooth, 3.5mm audio jack, and USB-C, giving the listener flexibility across every listening scenario.

Key Features

• Pure Magnesium M-Shaped Dome Drivers: 40mm magnesium speaker drivers with M-shaped dome diaphragms, crafted in Focal's French workshops, delivering a frequency response from 10Hz to 22kHz with less than 0.2% harmonic distortion at 1kHz.
• Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive: Multipoint Bluetooth 5.2 supports aptX Adaptive, aptX, AAC, and SBC codecs over a wireless range exceeding 15 metres, enabling true hi-res wireless audio streaming.
• USB-DAC Mode up to 24-bit/192kHz: Wired USB-C connection activates the onboard DAC for high-resolution playback at up to 24-bit/192kHz, bypassing Bluetooth entirely for maximum audio transparency.
• Eight-Microphone ANC System: Eight microphones power the active noise cancellation and beamformed voice pickup, with three selectable modes: Silent, Soft, and Transparent.
• 30+ Hour Battery Life with Fast Charge: Up to 30 hours wireless ANC, 35 hours via jack, and 42 hours in USB-DAC mode; Fast Charge provides 5 hours of use from 15 minutes of charging.
• Focal and Naim App Control: iOS and Android app enables parametric EQ customisation, ANC mode selection, and personalised headphone control.
• Premium Materials Construction: Genuine leather headband and earpads, aluminium and magnesium yoke, and memory foam ear cushions combine durability with long-session comfort.
• Google Fast Pair: One-touch pairing for Android devices reduces setup time and simplifies multi-device switching.
• Three Connection Modes: Bluetooth 5.2 wireless, 3.5mm analogue jack, and USB-C with DAC functionality offer flexibility for every listening context.

Technical Specifications

Connections at a Glance

• Bluetooth 5.2 (aptX Adaptive, aptX, AAC, SBC)
• 3.5mm analogue audio jack (cable included: 1.2m)
• USB-C data and charging (cable included: 1.2m) with DAC mode up to 24-bit/192kHz

What's in the Box

• Focal Bathys MG Graphite Grey headphones
• 1.2m 3.5mm audio jack cable
• 1.2m USB-C data and charging cable
• Hard carrying case (24 x 21 x 7cm)

Awards and Critical Recognition

• What Hi-Fi? Award 2025 — Premium Wireless Headphone Category Winner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Focal Bathys MG?

The Focal Bathys MG is a flagship closed-back wireless headphone with active noise cancellation from Focal, manufactured in Saint-Étienne, France. It features 40mm pure magnesium M-shaped dome speaker drivers, Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive, a 30-hour wireless battery life, and USB-DAC mode supporting up to 24-bit/192kHz high-resolution audio. It is the top wireless headphone in the Focal lineup and the winner of the What Hi-Fi? Award 2025 in the premium wireless category.

How does the Focal Bathys MG compare to the Sony WH-1000XM6?

The Focal Bathys MG and the Sony WH-1000XM6 address different priorities. The Sony WH-1000XM6 leads in ANC depth and AI-driven noise processing, and its driver is a conventional 30mm dynamic unit. The Bathys MG uses a 40mm pure magnesium M-shaped dome driver manufactured in France, producing a wider frequency response of 10Hz to 22kHz versus the Sony's 4Hz to 40kHz specification, but with a measured harmonic distortion of less than 0.2% at 1kHz that reflects superior driver linearity. The Bathys MG also adds USB-DAC mode at 24-bit/192kHz, a feature the XM6 does not offer, making it the stronger choice for audiophile-grade listening and high-resolution file playback.

How does the Focal Bathys MG compare to the Bowers and Wilkins Px7 S3?

The Bowers and Wilkins Px7 S3 uses a 40mm carbon cone driver and offers competitive wireless performance with aptX Adaptive. The Focal Bathys MG answers with its exclusively French-made 40mm pure magnesium M-shaped dome, a driver architecture derived directly from the Clear MG wired reference headphone. The Bathys MG extends deeper with a low-end response starting at 10Hz versus the Px7 S3's 10Hz nominal rating, but also offers 42 hours of battery life in USB-DAC mode, eight microphones for ANC, and the full Focal and Naim app ecosystem with parametric EQ, features not available on the Bowers and Wilkins. The Bathys MG is the What Hi-Fi? 2025 Award winner in the premium wireless category, a distinction the Px7 S3 does not hold in that cycle.

What is aptX Adaptive and why does it matter for the Bathys MG?

aptX Adaptive is the highest-quality Bluetooth audio codec currently available for consumer wireless headphones, developed by Qualcomm. It dynamically adjusts bitrate between 276kbps and 420kbps (or higher in newer implementations) based on wireless conditions, ensuring low latency and near-lossless audio quality over a Bluetooth connection. For the Focal Bathys MG, aptX Adaptive means that compatible Android devices and aptX Adaptive sources can stream audio with significantly more detail and dynamic range than standard AAC or SBC connections, bringing wireless performance measurably closer to a wired listening experience.

Can the Focal Bathys MG function as a USB DAC connected to a computer?

Yes. The Focal Bathys MG includes a dedicated USB-DAC mode, activated when connected via the supplied USB-C cable to a computer or compatible source. In this mode, the headphones accept a high-resolution digital audio signal and perform the digital-to-analogue conversion internally, bypassing the Bluetooth chain entirely. USB-DAC mode supports up to 24-bit/192kHz, qualifying as a high-resolution audio path, and extends battery life to 42 hours when used in this configuration. This makes the Bathys MG usable as a desktop reference headphone in addition to its portable wireless role.

What ANC modes are available on the Focal Bathys MG?

The Focal Bathys MG offers three active noise cancellation modes, selectable through the Focal and Naim companion app or onboard controls: Silent mode provides maximum attenuation for high-noise environments such as aircraft or commuter trains; Soft mode reduces ambient sound more moderately for office or indoor use; and Transparent mode uses the eight microphones in a feed-forward configuration to pass through external audio, allowing the listener to remain aware of their surroundings without removing the headphones. All three modes work over Bluetooth and via the 3.5mm jack input.

Where can I buy the Focal Bathys MG in Toronto or Canada?

The Focal Bathys MG is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorised Focal dealer located in Toronto, Canada. Vinyl Sound carries the full Focal headphone range and provides expert pre-sales guidance, manufacturer warranty support, and in-store listening opportunities. Canadian customers can shop in-store or through vinylsound.ca for shipping across Canada.