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Audio-Technica ATH-R70x Professional Open-Back Reference Headphones, Black

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  • High-efficiency magnets and pure alloy magnetic circuit design reduce distortion and ensure accurate and extended high-frequency response
  • Carbon composite resin improves structural rigidity to provide detailed transient response
  • Acoustically transparent, aluminum honeycomb-mesh housings provide a natural and spacious open-back sound
  • Breathable fabric earpads and improved wing support provide long-wearing comfort
  • Feather-light weight (approx. 210 g w/o cable) and robust construction make headphones perfectly suited for professional use
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    Product Description

    The ATH-R70x is Audio-Technica’s first pair of professional open-back reference headphones. Together with the ATH-M70x, they stand as a flagship model in A-T’s professional headphone lineup. Featuring specially designed drivers and acoustically transparent housings fashioned from aluminum honeycomb mesh, these headphones provide an accurate and natural open-back sound. They also incorporate a new, improved design of our popular 3D wing support system to provide even greater comfort during the prolonged use often required in professional settings. Robust yet lightweight, and equipped with a unique, dual-sided detachable cable that automatically maintains proper stereo orientation (no matter how it’s attached), the R70x headphones are built for lasting comfort, convenience and audio purity.

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    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    711 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the sound quality, comfort, and quality of the headphones. For example, they mention that the sound-staging is ridiculously good, has a very flat sound field, and a neutral-warm sound signature. They also say that the ear cushions are deeper and thicker than the ones found on other audio technical. That said, some complain about the adjustability.

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    65 customers mention48 positive17 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They mention that the sound-staging is ridiculously good, has a very flat sound field, and a decently large sound stage. They also appreciate the neutral-warm sound signature that sounds good with almost everything. The bass response is slightly more extended on the R70x than it is on the HD650 or the HD660, and the clarity of the music is good for its price. Customers also say that the open back really gives you a natural listening experience, and sounds faster/smoother with more power.

    "...and revealing than the HD650's with a touch of warmth and a wider soundstage, making it very pleasant for music enjoyment and analytical listening...." Read more

    "...SRV disc playing through the Dark Voice and was the sound was transformed beautifully as musical, rounded, alive with no sensation of laboratory..." Read more

    "...The ATH-R70x provide the sparkle. They sound great with my vinyl setup powered by a Topping L30 and paired with a Fluance Rt-85 deck with a Sumiko..." Read more

    "...First off, bass response is slightly more extended on the R70x than it is on the HD650 or the Sundara...." Read more

    50 customers mention40 positive10 negative

    Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They mention that they are fully adjustable, with plush, dense supportive ear pads that fit their head comfortably. They also say that the ear cushions are deeper and thicker than the ones found on other audio technical.

    "...The 3D-wing headband is more comfortable than any other headband I've tried to date, including the AKG K700 series, because it distributes the..." Read more

    "...with these Audio Technica comfortable and light headphones has been a joy...." Read more

    "...Super light and comfy.Cons:- No bass under 200Hz. Can't hear sub-bass or much low end regardless of EQ settings...." Read more

    "...These headphones are very lightweight and very comfortable. I like the low key industrial-ish look...." Read more

    47 customers mention34 positive13 negative

    Customers like the quality of the headphones. Some say that the materials of the headphone are of good quality, while the construction itself seems fragile. They appreciate the great audio quality, and the cable quality is very good. However, some customers note that the headphones need a strong amp and that the treble is not the best they've heard in a pair of headphones.

    "...The secure cable attachment is appreciated and the cable quality very good...." Read more

    "...Glittery high-end. Some of the best treble I've heard in a pair of headphones.- Super light and comfy.Cons:-..." Read more

    "...I like the low key industrial-ish look. They look very serious and capable but also have some style...." Read more

    "...The headphones themselves do feel a bit delicate partially due to their very light weight, so caution is advised when moving them in a bag...." Read more

    24 customers mention24 positive0 negative

    Customers like the weight of the headphones. They say it's comfortable and very light. Some mention that the headphones distribute the feather-light weight on contact.

    "...to date, including the AKG K700 series, because it distributes the feather-light weight of the headphones on contact points on the upper sides of..." Read more

    "...with these Audio Technica comfortable and light headphones has been a joy...." Read more

    "...Some of the best treble I've heard in a pair of headphones.- Super light and comfy.Cons:- No bass under 200Hz...." Read more

    "...These headphones are very lightweight and very comfortable. I like the low key industrial-ish look...." Read more

    16 customers mention12 positive4 negative

    Customers like the value of the headphones. They say it's worth the price and has great sound for the price.

    "...comfortable headphones Audio Technica has ever made, at a fairly reasonable price point...." Read more

    "...They sound incredible for their price, and comfort is a very subjective thing...." Read more

    "...Cable is hard and/or expensive to replace." Read more

    "...For the price, these offer the best bang for your buck...." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the headphones. They say the design is very eye-catching and appealing with the honeycomb-patterned grills. They look very serious and capable but also have some style. Customers also mention that the audio is deep, lush, and spacious. They also appreciate the sparkling highs and the nice cup fabric.

    "...The design is very eye-catching and appealing with the honeycomb-patterned grills, exposed drivers, and patterned headband...." Read more

    "...Glittery high-end. Some of the best treble I've heard in a pair of headphones.- Super light and comfy.Cons:-..." Read more

    "...I like the low key industrial-ish look. They look very serious and capable but also have some style...." Read more

    "...I clearly remember this being a visually beautiful set of headphones, if solely in regards to its clean lines and simplicity...." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the response of the headphones. They mention that it has a great flat response for mixing and producing, making all their mixes come out much better. They also say that the headphones are excellent for mixing, listening, gaming, and other activities. Customers also appreciate the natural sound separation, and neutral frequency response. They say that with their high impedance, they excel at most.

    "...Because of their slight warmth and neutral frequency response, the ATH-R70X's excel at most every genre of music I have thrown at them..." Read more

    "...Holy cow.Beautiful natural sound separation, flat response that makes things sound *right* and true, comfortable, robust, well built and..." Read more

    "...The spacial qualities / imaging make them excellent for mixing, listening, gaming, etc.Yes they are plastic, for good reason...." Read more

    "...Great flat response for mixing and producing. These really helped me clean up my mixes and position and tune my monitors...." Read more

    19 customers mention5 positive14 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the adjustability of the headphones. They mention that the headband is much smaller than their AD series, the cups don't fit their massive ears, and the pads are small and uncomfortable. Some customers also mention that they would like a slightly larger ear pad.

    "...to pick one con, I'd say that the ear pads that come with it are a bit too small and were often touching the tops of my ears...." Read more

    "I was cursed with large ears, so these cups are too small for me. No matter how I readjust it, my ears were in discomfort...." Read more

    "...The headband is great. You can adjust the clamp force by shaping the metal band to your liking...." Read more

    "...Surprisingly, the outer frame is not adjustable at all. There's no size adjustment, which is something that is common in even very inexpensive..." Read more

    Soundspace AND Comfort
    5 Stars
    Soundspace AND Comfort
    Best pair of headphones I have owned. They are super comfortable and have amazing sound.I do not use them for music, but I do use them for gaming / game development. I absolutely love the sound space, and feel these give me an advantage with a good DAC AMP.I also tried a few Sennheiser 600 series, but those Sennheisers just squeeze my giant melon head too much, and fit my ears in a weird way that throws off the sound space.the r70x fit my head so comfortably, yet they stay attached very well when I turn my head quickly, or look down.No sweating either. Unlike other headphones, these do not make my ears overheat. I have worn these things for over 24 straight hours with no ear sweat or headache. These things just rest on your head, instead of clamping onto them like a lot of other cans.Cons: Don't repeatedly drop them. I had another pair and eventually the attachment point between the can and headframe broke. I knocked them off my desk one too many times.Cable is hard and/or expensive to replace.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Stellar reference headphones for analytical listening and music enjoyment
    Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2021
    The Audio Technica ATH-R70X are exceptional headphones unlike any other in my collection. The design is very eye-catching and appealing with the honeycomb-patterned grills, exposed drivers, and patterned headband. The 3D-wing headband is more comfortable than any other headband I've tried to date, including the AKG K700 series, because it distributes the feather-light weight of the headphones on contact points on the upper sides of your head instead of on the top middle of your scalp. The sound profile is truly stellar, and may even surpass my Sennheiser HD650/HD6XX headphones. The ATH-R70X's are slightly more neutral and revealing than the HD650's with a touch of warmth and a wider soundstage, making it very pleasant for music enjoyment and analytical listening. Sub-bass is somewhat lacking, but I have grown accustomed to this in open-back headphones. Lack of lower bass can easily be fixed with EQ, but most of the time I don't even think EQ is that necessary, considering just how neutral the sound profile is already. Male and female vocals really shine on these cans. Because of their slight warmth and neutral frequency response, the ATH-R70X's excel at most every genre of music I have thrown at them (classical, jazz, pop, rock, electronic). I'd say these outclass many Beyerdynamic, Sennheiser, and AKG headphones I have tried. Perhaps the only annoyance is the extra-long cable, but that can be easily fixed with a twist tie to hold the extra length of the cable together similar to how it is folded out of the box. The dual-sided detachable Y cable is pretty neat. The headphones themselves do feel a bit delicate partially due to their very light weight, so caution is advised when moving them in a bag. The pads are very comfortable, and are angled slightly to ensure the optimal placement on the ears. Why these headphones are not more popular, I'm not sure, but they deserve recognition among the Hifi greats. Do note that you need a properly powerful amplifier to get the best out of these cans. I use the JDS Labs Atom DAC & Amp stack, which powers the 470ohm ATH-R70X's wonderfully for only $200. These might just be the best-sounding and most comfortable headphones Audio Technica has ever made, at a fairly reasonable price point. I wholeheartedly recommend the ATH-R70X's for their exceptional comfort and sound quality.
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    Chris
    5.0 out of 5 stars No es un audifono Para todos
    Reviewed in Mexico on October 24, 2023
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    SalehFam
    5.0 out of 5 stars These should be more expensive. I'm glad they're not
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 23, 2022
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    Santi V
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Definitivos
    Reviewed in Spain on May 11, 2020
    Después de un tiempo pensando en probarlos, al fin cayeron en mis manos. En ese viaje buscando auriculares, que muchos nunca terminamos, ahora sí creo puedo detenerme y disfrutar un tiempo.
    Después de descartar unos at-m50xbt que para mi son los auriculares que mejor suenan escuchando audio mediante bluetooth (dejando de lado los mucho más caros dsr9bt), pero les penaliza su comodidad (las almohadillas producen demasiado calor y molestan muchísimo las orejas), opté por seguir fiel a la gama Bosé para esos usos, y ahora uso el nc700, que junto al QC35 son de los más versátiles. Un auricular puede ser muy bueno, pero si no es cómodo de usar pierde todo.
    Para disfrute hifi estaba alternando entre unos BeyerDynamic dt1990pro y unos Hifiman Sundara, que se complementan muy bien para diferentes tipos de audición.
    Estos AT me han sorprendido por su extrema comodidad (los mejores que he robado sin duda), y su neutralidad en todas las gamas, aunque mantienen un poco esa esencia o firma de Audio Tecnica. Eso sí, no se parecen en nada a la gama M. Apenas llevo un par de horas con ellos y puedo decir que son excepcionales. La escena se siente algo más alejada y cerrada, comparando con los Beyer por ejemplo, pero también fatiga menos por ello.
    Quizás solo pediría otro cable más corto o en espiral, además del único que viene incluido, que es de 3m, pero eso no me hace quitarle una estrella. Como dato curioso, los conectores de 2.5mm del cable, que van conectados a cada auricular, mantienen el canal izquierdo-derecho, independientemente del lado en que los conectes.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Für den Preis absolut okay.
    Reviewed in Germany on January 2, 2020
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