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Audio-Technica ATH-M30x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black
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Brand | Audio-Technica |
Model Name | ATH-M30x |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
About this item
- Advanced build quality and engineering
- 40 millimeter drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils
- Tuned for enhanced detail, with excellent mid-range definition
- Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments
- Convenient single-side cable exit
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Product information
Item Weight | 7.8 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 11.4 x 10 x 4.1 inches |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
ASIN | B00HVLUQW8 |
Item model number | ATH-M30x |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #171 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 23, 2014 |
Color Name | Black |
Compatible Devices | Music Production Equipment, Laptops, Desktops |
Connector Type | 3.5mm Jack |
Material Type | Aluminum |
Size | ATH-M30X |
Color Screen | No |
Computer Memory Type | DIMM |
Voltage | 12 Volts |
Item Weight | 7.8 Ounces |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
The M-Series ATH-M30x professional monitor headphones combine modern engineering and high-quality materials to deliver a comfortable listening experience, with enhanced audio clarity and sound isolation. Tuned for highly detailed audio, with strong mid-range definition, These versatile monitoring headphones are ideal in a variety of situations. Designed primarily for studio tracking and mixing, they offer added features for increased portability, making them a great choice for field recording.
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Durable designCutting-edge engineering and robust construction |
For studio & field recording useTuned for enhanced detail, with excellent mid-range definition |
Offers excellent sound isolationCircumaural design contours around the ears for sound isolation in loud environments |
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For in the studio and on-the-roadCollapsible for space-saving portability |
Convenient single side cable exit3.0m (9.8’) straight cable for professional applications |
Included accessoriesProtective carrying pouch; 6.3 mm (1/4") screw-on adapter |
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Sound quality | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.4 | — | 4.4 |
Noise cancellation | 4.1 | 3.4 | — | 4.1 | — | 3.7 |
Value for money | — | 5.0 | 4.2 | 4.6 | — | 2.7 |
Comfort | — | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.5 | — | 3.8 |
Quality of material | 4.7 | — | 4.2 | — | — | 3.9 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | OneOdio USA | GRAMOPHONE | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Wired | Bluetooth 5.0, RF | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | In Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | 3.5mm Jack | usb-c,wireless | 3.5mm Jack | plug in | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack |
noise control | sound isolation | sound isolation | sound isolation | sound isolation | — | — |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack, 6.35 mm Jack | 3.5 mm, 4.4 mm | 6.35 mm Jack |
cable feature | Detachable | Without Cable | Retractable | Retractable, Detachable | Detachable | Retractable, Detachable |
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Customers like the sound quality, quality and comfort of the sound and recording equipment. For example, they mention that the sound is great, the noise isolation is not too bad and that they're well built. They appreciate the value for money, saying that the headphones are great sound for the price. Customers also like the performance, and portability. That said, opinions are mixed on the cord length and fit.
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Customers like the sound quality of the sound and recording equipment. They say the sound is great, impressed with the sound, and comfort. They also mention that the noise isolation is not too bad, and the low end kicks like a buck shot.
"...frequency spectrum and don't hard knee an HPF/LPF, their low end kicks like a buck shot, unlike the other whale emulators out there...." Read more
"...The sound is so great that I didn't care, for years- see the update below.Overall: Two thumbs way up (especially for $46!),..." Read more
"It sounds great for casual listeners, but it won't please Audiophiles (of course). It comes with a carry bag and a removable/attachable 6.5mm jack...." Read more
"...If you are looking for a pair of headphones that sound great, are well built, are portable, and yet are affordably priced as I was, I highly..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the sound and recording equipment. They say that it sounds great, is well built, and is professional grade. Some mention that the construction is light, which makes them feel nice on your head for several hours. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and durability of the product.
"...Lightweight, comfortable, amazing quality in material, design and sound." Read more
"...Build quality is great and they are very lightweight!If you are thinking about buying these for gaming don't think twice!" Read more
"...The plastic and metal bits are the best quality for this price, and the product does not feel cheap in the slightest...." Read more
"...All joints perform perfectly and there isn't a doubt that these are high-quality. What matters, the sound, is great too...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the earbuds. They mention that they are super comfortable, tight, and have good noise cancellation.
"...Lightweight, comfortable, amazing quality in material, design and sound." Read more
"...They are a bit snug but not uncomfortable for long gaming sessions in my experience.Build quality is great and they are very lightweight!..." Read more
"...Beautiful, comfortable, and no noticable depreciation to the majestic sound of these headphones...." Read more
"...They are not comfortable to have sitting on your neck however, and I have found as it is a bit tight and small for it to be worn that way...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the sound and recording equipment. They say it has great sound for the price.
"...that delivers increasingly good products while keeping prices realistic in times where everyone else charges a liver to sell a brand...." Read more
"...Is it worth the price? In my eyes yes, even with the fact that I haven't listened on anything of better quality...." Read more
"...Produce a rich, clean, and detailed sound with good bass.2. Affordably priced, great bang for your buck.3. Comfortable to wear.4...." Read more
"These are much better than expected for the price and fit my big head...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the headset. For example, they say it functions splendidly, does the job well, and is comfortable. Some say it works well as a gaming headset and has superior quality and response for its price range. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Sound Quality; to my ears, perfection.- Design Aesthetic; functional, no-nonsense matte black...." Read more
"...For everyday use I am really glad that these work really well and don't cause any uncomfortable, Who cares, as long as it fits my needs, it fits." Read more
"...I have a size 8 head and these work amazingly. Can listen to music and study for hours, with no ear pain, since they go around the entire ear...." Read more
"...But then tonight the right earpiece stopped working. It had been working fine all day, then suddenly I wasn't hearing anything on the right side...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the sound and recording equipment. They say it's light enough to not be encumbering, easy to carry around, and neatly compact. The headset is great for traveling and is compatible with portable music players.
"...Lightweight, comfortable, amazing quality in material, design and sound." Read more
"...Build quality is great and they are very lightweight!If you are thinking about buying these for gaming don't think twice!" Read more
"...The folding feature is also a big plus. Its very light and easy to carry around...." Read more
"...You really get lost in what you are listening to. Being so light, your head doesn't get weighted down either, and once they are on your head, they..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the cord length. Some mention that it's long, while others say that it is not detachable. The sound quality is good for the money. However, some customers report that the cable on these phones wants to twist.
"...-THE VERY LONG CABLE that several other people have complained about, HOWEVER I have found a neat trick on the web on how the reduce the length and..." Read more
"...Things I do not love (but knew going in):- Cord is long (yay!) but hard-wired (boo!); non-interchangeable.Surprises:-..." Read more
"...No long-term fatigue. The cord is a little annoying in its length, but I'm mostly happy with it (better too long than too short)...." Read more
"...Something else I love about these is the long cable...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that they feature a better fit, more ergonomic folding and seating upon, and the ear cups fit very comfortably. However, others say that they are a bit snug but not uncomfortable for long gaming sessions.
"...Or you can play games for hours and not be annoyed with the fit. GREAT GREAT GREAT. Audio technica products for life." Read more
"...I have a medium sized head and they fit me great. They are a bit snug but not uncomfortable for long gaming sessions in my experience...." Read more
"...Great fit, great sound,and they don't seem to get hot/sweaty like other studio headphones can...." Read more
"...(so that's three years of normal use) and they were always too small for my ears, so I replaced them with these: [..." Read more
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As for comfort. I have a medium sized head and they fit me great. They are a bit snug but not uncomfortable for long gaming sessions in my experience.
Build quality is great and they are very lightweight!
If you are thinking about buying these for gaming don't think twice!
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2023
As for comfort. I have a medium sized head and they fit me great. They are a bit snug but not uncomfortable for long gaming sessions in my experience.
Build quality is great and they are very lightweight!
If you are thinking about buying these for gaming don't think twice!
Upon receipt I scoured the well-packaged (unopened) original box, but I couldn't find the alleged damage; meanwhile the product inside appears brand new and has met my high expectations, living up to the excellent reputation of the ATH-M series.
I bought these after 5+ years of using a beat-up pair of M35's in my volunteer role as FOH Engineer at my church. That pair of M35's was the first pair of professional-caliber headphones I ever put on, and that was a game-changer for me. I read reviews and considered Sony's MDR7506 and Superlux's 668 but settled back on what i have hands-on experience with.
So far, I find that the sound of my M30Xs is a joyous thing to experience, rivaling or perhaps surpassing the old M35's. I am no headphone-phile, but I can tell that a similar contour/EQ philosophy is employed in both sets; dead-flat tone with emphasis in the mids to draw out minute detail in voices and, I find, acoustic instrument character and voicing.
In particular, I have been loving these cans for electronica due to the fantastic middle details. Bass tones are extremely clean and legible; but in contrast to pairs of bass-boosted buds and cans will seem quite subdued. These will certainly and effortlessly expose poor bitrates and/or bad source material.
Things I love:
- Build Quality; in a word, 'Solid'.
- Sound Quality; to my ears, perfection.
- Design Aesthetic; functional, no-nonsense matte black.
Things I do not love (but knew going in):
- Cord is long (yay!) but hard-wired (boo!); non-interchangeable.
Surprises:
- I have huge ears, and the stock pads are too small for me. The cans actually sit on top of the tips of my ears, and after an hour can cause some pretty significant discomfort. The sound is so great that I didn't care, for years- see the update below.
Overall: Two thumbs way up (especially for $46!), and a positive experience with Amazon's Warehouse Deals to boot.
UDPATE after four years: Wow, these just keep rocking. The sound is just incredible, and the build is holding up great. The pads started to crack last year (so that's three years of normal use) and they were always too small for my ears, so I replaced them with these: Brainwavz Replacement Memory Foam Earpads - Suitable For Many Other Large Over The Ear Headphones - AKG, HifiMan, ATH, Philips, Fostex (Black) . Beautiful, comfortable, and no noticable depreciation to the majestic sound of these headphones. After four years and trying many rivals, I now believe that these are simply the greatest headphones in the world at their price point,
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I used the 6.5mm on a digital and analog receiver and it sounds great for my usage. Even though it won't get all of the frequencies or be of best quality, it is still good to a casual listener. It isn't a Sennheiser, but it definitely isn't Skullcandy. I have watched tonnes of videos on what Headphones to buy and this was on my radar because of the Studio-like qualities and comfort it had for the price. Don't get me wrong, I know these made for Studio standards, but It definitely can be used in one.
The ear cups are also very soft and comfy for hours of use without any headaches or strain. I wear glasses normally and it doesn't push the frame into my skull over time like other headphones that I have used.
The folding feature is also a big plus. Its very light and easy to carry around. I was surprised when I lifted them from the box as it was less than a pound. They are not comfortable to have sitting on your neck however, and I have found as it is a bit tight and small for it to be worn that way. Best thing to do otherwise is to just let one ear off the headphones.
The plastic and metal bits are the best quality for this price, and the product does not feel cheap in the slightest. And I'm almost confident that these ear cups won't flake off fake leather like material like my old Razer Krakens.
Is it worth the price? In my eyes yes, even with the fact that I haven't listened on anything of better quality. For everyday use I am really glad that these work really well and don't cause any uncomfortable, Who cares, as long as it fits my needs, it fits.
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Desde el momento en que los coloqué, noté la combinación perfecta entre la ingeniería moderna y los materiales de alta calidad. La comodidad fue instantánea, y su diseño ergonómico me permitió usarlos durante largos periodos sin ninguna molestia. El aislamiento de sonido fue impresionante, lo que me sumergió por completo en mi música o en mis sesiones de seguimiento y mezcla.
Lo que realmente me dejó asombrado fue la claridad de audio mejorada que ofrecen estos auriculares. Los detalles sonoros que pude percibir en mis pistas y canciones favoritas fueron notables. El rango medio se destacó con una definición sólida, lo que permitió que los instrumentos y las voces se reprodujeran con una autenticidad impresionante. Cada matiz y matices fueron revelados de manera sorprendente.
La versatilidad de los auriculares es otro punto destacado. Los utilicé tanto en el estudio para seguimiento y mezcla como en entornos exteriores para grabaciones. La calidad del sonido se mantuvo constante en ambos casos, lo que los hace perfectos para profesionales y entusiastas de la música por igual. Además, su diseño plegable y características adicionales los hacen altamente portátiles, lo que me permite llevarlos conmigo a cualquier lugar.
En resumen, los auriculares profesionales de monitorización son un testimonio de la combinación perfecta entre ingeniería y calidad. Ofrecen una experiencia auditiva cómoda y precisa, con un enfoque en los detalles sonoros que hacen que la música cobre vida de manera excepcional. Su versatilidad los convierte en una herramienta esencial tanto en el estudio como en el campo. Si estás buscando auriculares que te brinden un audio excepcional y una comodidad duradera, estos auriculares son una elección sobresaliente.
Pela primeira vez fiz um investimento mais elevado em se tratando de um headphone. Sei que os equipamentos da Audio Technica são de alta qualidade e optei, deliberadamente, por comprar um fone desta marca. O produto chegou muito bem protegido e vem acompanhado de uma caixa robusta, com manual e instruções em diferentes idiomas. Antecipo, também, que ele não possui microfone embutido.
O fone contém um adaptador a ser utilizado em mixers e amplificadores em geral o que, para mim, é necessário já que também utilizo o equipamento constantemente no meu receiver. O cabo tem 3m de comprimento, sendo inadequado para quem pretende usar o fone em lugares públicos, como academias e ônibus. Além disso, vem acompanhado de uma bolsa de proteção para que se transporte o fone para outros ambientes sem correr o risco de danificá-lo. Não costumo usar headphone por longos períodos mas, ao que me parece, ele não causa maiores incômodos para quem pretende passar horas e mais horas com o mesmo. O ajuste para a cabeça/orelhas é de fácil manuseio.
Quanto à nitidez do som, percebi um equilíbrio adequado entre graves, médios e agudos, da maneira como desejava. Pude notar algumas nuances sonoras de músicas que, mesmo conhecendo há décadas, nunca tinha reparado, inclusive em fones anteriores da JBL que tive. Talvez para quem tenha a pretensão de utilizá-lo de forma profissional, esse fone não atenda inteiramente às expectativas, embora seja um ótimo equipamento de entrada.
De uma forma geral, portanto, estou extremamente satisfeito com o investimento feito. Para quem deseja um fone de excelente qualidade com pretensões domésticas apenas, trata-se de uma ótima opção.
Reviewed in Brazil on April 14, 2022
Pela primeira vez fiz um investimento mais elevado em se tratando de um headphone. Sei que os equipamentos da Audio Technica são de alta qualidade e optei, deliberadamente, por comprar um fone desta marca. O produto chegou muito bem protegido e vem acompanhado de uma caixa robusta, com manual e instruções em diferentes idiomas. Antecipo, também, que ele não possui microfone embutido.
O fone contém um adaptador a ser utilizado em mixers e amplificadores em geral o que, para mim, é necessário já que também utilizo o equipamento constantemente no meu receiver. O cabo tem 3m de comprimento, sendo inadequado para quem pretende usar o fone em lugares públicos, como academias e ônibus. Além disso, vem acompanhado de uma bolsa de proteção para que se transporte o fone para outros ambientes sem correr o risco de danificá-lo. Não costumo usar headphone por longos períodos mas, ao que me parece, ele não causa maiores incômodos para quem pretende passar horas e mais horas com o mesmo. O ajuste para a cabeça/orelhas é de fácil manuseio.
Quanto à nitidez do som, percebi um equilíbrio adequado entre graves, médios e agudos, da maneira como desejava. Pude notar algumas nuances sonoras de músicas que, mesmo conhecendo há décadas, nunca tinha reparado, inclusive em fones anteriores da JBL que tive. Talvez para quem tenha a pretensão de utilizá-lo de forma profissional, esse fone não atenda inteiramente às expectativas, embora seja um ótimo equipamento de entrada.
De uma forma geral, portanto, estou extremamente satisfeito com o investimento feito. Para quem deseja um fone de excelente qualidade com pretensões domésticas apenas, trata-se de uma ótima opção.
Reviewed in Belgium on March 2, 2024
Non ho notato problemi coi bassi e il cavo e' molto lungo, ma, beh, basta mettere un laccetto...
For music production, this is more than enough for beginners and good enough for professional producers. The frequencies are well balanced and overall experience is good.
For casual users, I would definitely suggest to go for it. For listening music and watching anime/webseries/youtube videos, this provides a great sound quality and you won't be disappointed. The wire is also pretty long and the build quality is premium.
As for the cons:
1) There is no noice cancellation.
2) No microphone
3) No detachable cable
After 1 year of usage, I can assure you that this is the headphone you should go for at this price point.