Focal Listen

Good value ; Clear, clean and wide sound

Headband becomes uncomfortable ; Less bass power than some

Full-size headphones with great sound and value, but long-term comfort could be better

Smooth sound ; Solid organisation ; Acceptably poised midrange

Creaky headband ; Humdrum low frequency response ; Lacklustre overall performance

A pair of headphones that doesn't manage to stand out from the crowd

Balanced, audiophile sound ; Good noise isolation ; 20-hour battery life

No multipoint Bluetooth or ANC ; Disappointing value ; Fingerprint and dust magnet

The Focal Listen Wireless offer phenomenal sound but little else. Without multipoint Bluetooth, active noise cancellation or auto play/pause these headphones feel antiquated when compared to the competition.

Solid build ; Rich bass ; Smooth treble ; Good amount of detail

Need more punch and aggression ; Not as comfortable as other headphones

A pair of headphones that can go loud with a rich and insightful sound

Excellent build quality ; Rich, balanced sound ; Great noise isolation

Uncomfortable after long periods ; Awkward remote

The Focal Listen ticks all the right boxes, offering excellent sound and build quality at a mostly affordable price. Overall, the Focal Listen offer a thoroughly enjoyable listening experience. I love their balance, build quality and understated design...

Vocal tracks have best potential ; Good sound isolation without active cancellation ; Comfortable to wear

Design feels plasticky ; Neutral profile ultimately lacks bass and sounds too thin and without drive ; No Bluetooth or noise-cancellation

That's the long and the short of the Focal Listen. If you're looking for wired-only headphones that are comfortable and affordable then these cans tick both boxes.

The Focal Listen Wireless has a sturdy design, fits comfortably and snugly, and sounds excellent for a Bluetooth headphone. It folds up to fit in an included neoprene case and comes with a cable for wired listening. It also works well for making calls.

The sound is a tad bright, which can make some music sound harsh. Heavier than some competing models. Lacks active noise cancellation.

Focal's Listen Wireless is well-built Bluetooth headphone with rich, refined sound imbued with a lot of presence -- perhaps too much for some people.

The Focal Listen has a sturdy design and a comfortable and snug fit, and it sounds excellent for the price. Detachable cable includes an integrated one-button remote. The headphone folds up to fit in an included neoprene case.

Headphone is a tad heavy, may fit a little too snugly for some folks, and may not have enough bass for some listeners.

French company Focal's closed-back, over-ear headphone is designed for mobile use and delivers excellent sound for $250.

Clear and balanced sound ; Very comfy to wear ; Good noise isolation ; Killer battery life

We could’ve used a little more bass ; No multipoint Bluetooth

Like its predecessor, the Focal Listen is aimed at listeners who want balance to accommodate their varied tastes in music. Those seeking to exclusively indulge in hip hop or electronica would be better off looking elsewhere. For that reason, these...

Excellent balanced audio ; Good bass, without pushing too far ; Great comfort around ears ; Easy to pack along

A little bulky and weighted ; Inline controls lack volume button

The lack of boosted bass in the Focal Listen is actually addition by subtraction. Some listeners will probably feel the lows don’t pulsate enough, whereas others, especially audiophiles, will feel the balance is more in tune with what the artists...