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Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold — Planar magnetic
Audeze

Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold

Planar magnetic

92
/ 100
From $1,699
VS
Focal Bathys — Over-ear · 2022
Focal

Focal Bathys

Over-ear · 2022

92
/ 100
From $799
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold lands at 92 and Focal Bathys at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick Focal Bathys if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold 92
vs
92 Focal Bathys

Score breakdown

Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold
92
anc 0
sound 92
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Focal Bathys
92
anc 90
sound 92
comfort 91
battery 82
features 88

Specs side-by-side

Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold versus Focal Bathys — full spec comparison
Spec Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold Focal Bathys
Type
Planar magnetic
Over-ear
Release year
—
2022

Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

Focal Bathys

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold vs Focal Bathys

Which is better, Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold or Focal Bathys? +

Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold worth the price? +

At $1,699, Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in battery.

Is Focal Bathys worth the price? +

At $799, Focal Bathys delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.

Does Audeze MM-500 · Rose Gold or Focal Bathys last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.