Audio-Technica ATH-M30 Professional Headphones

Audio-Technica ATH-M30 dynamic stereo headphones are the perfect choice for project studio engineers, home recordists and recording musicians. ATH-M30 headphones offer the highest level of sonic accuracy in a design engineered to provide maximum comfort for hours of listening.

Product Description

Product Description

A perfect choice for project studio engineers, home recordists and recording musicians, Audio-Technica’s ATH-M30 dynamic stereo headphones offer the highest level of sonic accuracy in a design engineered to provide maximum comfort for hours of listening. The headphones’ low-profile, closed-back design provides exceptional clarity and superior isolation in high-volume listening situations. Features include: neodymium magnet structure; lightweight, adjustable cushioned headband; gold-plated stereo 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) connector with strain relief and screw-on 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) adapter; ultra-flexible 11-foot cable with single-side exit.

Key Features Exceptional clarity and sonic accuracy for mixing High power handling for tracking sessions Circumaural design ensures superior isolation 40 mm diameter drivers, neodymium magnets and CCAW voice coils Adjustable cushioned headband and lightweight design for maximum comfort OFC litz wire cable, convenient one-side exit Gold-plated 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo connector with strain relief and professional screw-on 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) adapter Specifications Type: Closed-back dynamic Driver Diameter: 40 mm Magnet: Neodymium Voice Coil: Copper-clad aluminum wire Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz Maximum Input Power: 1,600 mW at 1 kHz Sensitivity: 100 dB Impedance: 65 ohms Weight: 7.0 oz (200 g) without cable Cable: 11 feet (3.4 m), OFC litz wire, left-side exit Connector: 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) with screw-on 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) adapter

After purchasing an iPod mini, I thought I could use much better headphones to test the quality of the aiff files provided by iTunes. I must emphasize that I am not an expert as the other reviewers. When choosing this pair, I read reviews and looked for high quality under 50 bucks. These headphones put my big stereo speakers to shame. I can hear the background singers and instruments I haven’t heard before. They sound completely awesome! (no, really, they do). There is a little bit of leak, not much. and they are extremely comfortable and lightweight on the head. I’ll be testing them out extensively this weekend while traveling on airplanes. Update on airplane use: they are not noise canceling headphones, but they did block the noise of a few verbally obnoxious passengers, and while volume was cranked up, no one knew how much the tunes were cranked up. My friends that have tried them out call them *amazing*, like a symphony hall.
Around the house, they block out flushing toilets, dishwashers, and those annoying sounds from the kids’ room. The cord is super long, so I can keep my iPod in it’s dock on the kitchen counter and walk around and cook dinner and clean. And the connector has a strain relief so I know that the cord won’t break off from running around.
I also needed headphones to go with my laptop while watching DVDs and listening to music and other computer things. Unlike my other cd headphones, these are in stereo and pick up amazing sounds. Also, they block out the computer sounds of the dvd spinning.
I suppose they weren’t made for household use, but they sound so good, that they will keep me happy for a long time, baby.
Audio-Technica ATH-M30 Professional Headphones

 Good value in its range

By ”benoitae”

Finding a pair of decent-sounding closed headphones at less than 50USD is far to be easy. The typical sound of those is boomy, with strange reverberation effects and a poor sound. The ATH-M30 provide a warm sound, with a solid bass (sometimes a bit undefined), a smooth midrange and a correct trebble. The feeling is perhaps not the “outstanding clarity” advertised but rather a relaxing sound, with a good balance between details and fun. Compared to the sennheiser HD212, the trebble is a bit lacking but, at least, the bass doesn’t kill the midrange.These headphones are well-built and will probably last. I only regret the absence of a collapsable capacity.

 

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Technical Details

Shure SE535 Sound Isolating Earphone

The good best headphones review: The Shure SE535 headphones offer exceptional clarity; deep, tight bass; rich, enveloping sound; and great noise isolation. They are also relatively comfortable and include some useful extras such as an in-line volume control and an airplane adapter.
The bad: The Shure SE535s are expensive, and the earbuds are on the large side.
The bottom line: Anyone looking for ultracompact headphones with top-notch sound quality should consider the Shure SE530 Sound Isolating Earphones. This set will cost you a pretty penny, but it’ll be worth it.
Shure has been churning out impressive-sounding in-ear headphones for consumers for more than 15 years, and any new models from the company have featured mainly evolutionary changes from their predecessors. The latest update to the Shure consumer line is no exception, with the new SE models featuring a few fairly minor–but mostly welcome–tweaks.
At the very top of the line, we have the Shure SE535. This $499 follow-up to the SE530 is definitely a luxury item, but anyone looking for stellar audio quality in a compact package should consider this investment.
Others Reviews The Shure SE535s 

“exceptional sound..more comfortable than previous model”on December 31, 2010 by kwandocoelli (1 review)

Pros: well balanced and detailed, clear sound
smaller in size; better fit than the predecessor (SE530)
detachable/replacable cable
good noise-cancelling

Cons: although they made improvement, it is not the most comfortable

Summary: I am a serious classical musician and I recommend this product without hesitation.
The sound is unbeatable. I contently use it to listen to symphonies, opera, solo and chamber music etc.
The noice-cancelling is also great. I can’t stand the excessive noise from trains, airplane..
The cable is replacable which means you do not need to spend another $500 everytime it breaks.
It is not the most comfortable but it is definitely improved. Once you get used to it, it will not be an issue.
Trust me, I am INSANELY picky

“Shure Approaches Perfection (Professionals beware)”on June 28, 2011 by theSmanisback (2 reviews)

Pros: Comfortable, great sound quality and range, styling, sound isolating

Cons: Case doesn’t have a cord manager, naturally price, not the most accurate sound, earphone body may be too large for people with small ear antitragus

Summary: These earphones are truly a work of art. The detail throughout the entire audible spectrum is impeccable. Crystal clear treble, warm mids, and deep natural bass. The bass was a little strange at first; I am used to only hearing top of the line subwoofers reach these notes, and hearing them without feeling the rumble was alien. Also the sound isolating is very impressive. I haven’t taken them on a plane yet, but have had a few fly over my head while wearing the earphones. When the planes were overhead, I could barely detect engine roar with the volume turned down. When the volume was raised to a moderate listening level, the jets were not at all audible. If you have the budget for these, you will not be disappointed.

One important note for professionals: If you are looking at these to edit videos/songs you may want to consider the SE425 instead. The 535s are incredible earphones; but due to their extra miniwoofer, the sound is a little warm colored. for critical listening, I’ve heard the 425s are extremely accurate. The 535s are simply modified 425s to produce a more enjoyable listening experience.

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