Top 10 Ars Technica Headphones – Electronics Features

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1. Audio-Technica

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With Detachable Cable, Critically Acclaimed, Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black, Professional Grade

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Audio-Technica #ad - Proprietary 45 millimeter large aperture drivers with rare earth magnets and copper clad aluminum wire voice coils. Exceptional clarity throughout an extended frequency range with deep accurate bass response. 90 degree swiveling earcups for easy one ear monitoring and professional grade earpad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort. Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments. Critically acclaimed sonic performance praised by top audio engineers and pro audio reviewers.
BrandAudio-Technica #ad
ManufacturerAudio-Technica U.S #ad
Height4.1 Inches
Length11.4 Inches
Weight0.63 Pounds
Width10 Inches
Part NumberAUD ATHM50X
ModelAUD ATHM50X
Warranty2 year warranty on parts and labor

2. HIFIMAN

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HIFIMAN Arya Stealth Magnet Version Full-Size Over-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphone for Audiophiles/Studio

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HIFIMAN #ad - Hifiman’s advanced magnet design is acoustically transparent, dramatically reducing wave diffraction turbulence that degrades the integrity of the sound waves. Sturdy 3. 5mm user-replaceable Connector Design allows easy cable swapping, giving both maximum durability and enhanced customizability. Bold black aesthetic: with its classic he1000-style shape combined and striking good looks of its all-black exterior, and eye-catching matte-black cups and grill, glossy black headband, the Arya is a statement of both aesthetic and sonic excellence.

Nanometer thickness diaphragm a breakthrough core technology developed by HIFIMAN and first of its kind in headphone application. Patented “window shade” system: created to meet the need for driver protection and an optimized open-back design. Cable: the arya keeps things simple with a single Crystalline Copper cable. The reduced distortion yields pure sonic output that is accurate and full-range. Acoustically invisible stealth magnet: unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of Stealth Magnets enables the waves to pass through the magnets without generating interference.

Metal and high-grade plastic construction: hifiman designed the arya's high-quality metal headband with extra strength and a special high-grade plastic for lightweight comfort and rugged durability. Asymmetrical ear Cups: Follows the natural shape of the human ear. Working with this advanced material is extremely challenging yet the successful incorporation of this film as the Arya’s planar driver is the cornerstone of its remarkable sound.
BrandHIFIMAN #ad
ManufacturerHIFIMAN Electronics #ad
Height2.83 Inches
Length4.69 Inches
Weight3.31 Pounds
Width4.09 Inches
Part NumberHE-16
ModelArya Stealth Magnet Version
Warranty3 year hifiman warranty

3. Bose

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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 — Over Ear, Wireless Bluetooth Headphones with Built-In Microphone for Clear Calls & Alexa Voice Control, Silver Luxe

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Bose #ad - Astonishing sound crisp, full bass. Bluetooth range: Up to 33 ft 10 m. One touch to listen to spotify: instantly listen to your last Spotify session or discover new music by tapping and holding the right earcup. Premium design and comfort: with a lightweight stainless steel headband and earcups tilted for the perfect fit, you can comfortably wear these Bluetooth headphones for hours.

Pair with bose soundbar: use bose simplesync technology to pair these wireless Bluetooth headphones to the Bose smart soundbar 300, 500 or 700 for a personal listening experience. Powerful noise cancelling headphones: 11 levels of active noise cancelling let you enjoy music, podcasts, videos & calls without distractions. Alexa to alexa calling: use these wireless noise cancelling headphones to place a call to a Bose smart device or Amazon Echo device with the Alexa mobile app. Unrivaled voice pickup: a revolutionary microphone system adapts to noisy and windy environments so your voice always sounds crystal clear on calls.

These wireless headphones produce exciting, clear details. Currently only available when using iOS devices with your headphones. Deep, lifelike sound that’s full and balanced at every volume level. Keep your head up and hands free: with easy access to voice assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant for music, weather, and more, navigation, and intuitive touch control on the earcups — you can stay connected without reaching for your phone. Up to 20 hours of non-stop music: Get up to 20 hours of wireless battery life on a single charge.
BrandBose #ad
ManufacturerBose #ad
Height8 Inches
Length2 Inches
Weight0.55 Pounds
Width6.5 Inches
Part Number794297-0300
Model794297-0300
Warranty1 year

4. HIFIMAN

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Home, Adjustable Headband, HIFIMAN Edition XS Full-Size Over-Ear Open-Back Planar Magnetic Hi-Fi Headphones with Stealth Magnets Design, Studio-Black, Detachable Cable for Audiophiles

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HIFIMAN #ad - Edition xs from hifiman brings the depth and range of well-recorded music to an affordably priced headphone. The headband: the light weight, ergonomically accurate offers maximum comfort for hours of listening pleasure. The headphone’s structural design supports overall durability that retains its comfortable fit for years of enjoyment.

The exterior is refined matte black material, and the interior features high-grade memory foam for the most comfortable fit and elasticity. Hifiman’s advanced magnet design is acoustically transparent, dramatically reducing wave diffraction turbulence that degrades the integrity of the sound waves. The cable: hifiman’s new 3. 5mm sockets are similar to those found on most common audio devices. Featuring stealth magnet technology and the company’s NEO supernano Diaphragm, the Edition XS produces a wide, natural soundstage that puts the listener in the best seat in the house.

The supplied 3. 5mm cable is user changeable and replaceable. A major upgrade of the popular edition x: the new edition xs expands on its predecessor’s achievements with several essential upgrades. The reduced distortion yields pure sonic output that is accurate and full-range. Acoustically invisible stealth magnet: unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of Stealth Magnets enables the waves to pass through the magnets without generating interference.
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ManufacturerHIFIMAN Electronics #ad
Weight0.89 Pounds
Part NumberEdition XS
ModelHFMEDITIONXS

5. Bose

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Bose QuietComfort 45 Bluetooth Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, White Smoke

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Bose #ad - High-fidelity audio – the triport acoustic architecture offers depth and fullness. Adjustable eq allows you to set the bass, mid-range, and treble levels to your personal preferences or select one of several preset options.

A quick 15-minute charge offers 3 hours when you’re on the go, or plug in the included audio cable to listen for even longer in wired mode. Noise cancelling wireless headphones – the perfect balance of quiet, compare, comfort, and react to outside noise, and sound. Personalize your audio. Quiet and aware modes – choose quiet mode for full noise cancelling, or Aware Mode to bring the outside into the around ear headphones and hear your environment and your music at the same time.

Bose uses tiny mics to measure, cancelling it with opposite signals. Up to 24 hours battery life – enjoy 24 hours of battery life from a single charge. Volume-optimized active eq maintains balanced performance at any volume, so bass stays consistent when turned down and the music remains clear when turned up.
BrandBose #ad
ManufacturerBose #ad
Height6 Inches
Length3 Inches
Weight0.97 Pounds
Width7.24 Inches
Part Number866724-0200
Model866724-0200
Warranty1 year

6. Audio-Technica

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Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X Audiophile Open-Air Headphones Black

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Audio-Technica #ad - 53 mm drivers reproduce clear treble and midrange. Lightweight aluminum honeycomb casing with excellent acoustic properties.

Bobbin-wound ccaw voice coils for superior power handling. Maximum input Power: 700 mW. Self-adjusting 3d wing support provides a comfortable listening experience; total ear-fit design minimizes pressure. Connectivity Technology: Wired. Sensitivity: 100 db/mw. Impedance: 38 ohms. Connector Type: 3. 5mm. Full open-air type headphones produce no sense of pressure on the ears, resulting in a completely natural sensation. Frequency response - 20 – 20, 000 Hz and Impedance - 45 ohms.
BrandAudio-Technica #ad
ManufacturerAudio-Technica #ad
Height88 Inches
Length11 Inches
Weight1.25 Pounds
Width5 Inches
Part NumberATH-AD700X
ModelATH-AD700X
Warranty1 year

7. Audio-Technica

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Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Professional Studio Monitor Headphone, 90 Degree Swiveling Earcups, Black, Pro-grade Earpads/Headband, with Cutting Edge Engineering, Detachable Cables Included

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Audio-Technica #ad - 40 millimeter drivers with rare earth magnets and copper clad aluminum wire voice coils. Professional-grade ear pad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort. 90 degrees swiveling earcups for easy, 1 ear monitoring. Cutting edge engineering and robust construction. Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments.
BrandAudio-Technica #ad
ManufacturerAudio-Technica #ad
Height4.1 Inches
Length11.4 Inches
Weight0.52 Pounds
Width10 Inches
Part NumberAUD ATHM40X
ModelAUD ATHM40X
Warranty2 year warranty on parts and labor

8. Sennheiser Consumer Audio

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SENNHEISER HD 660 S, HiRes Audiophile Open Back Headphone

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Sennheiser Consumer Audio #ad - Supplied with two connection cables: one with a 6. 35 millimeter stereo plug, the other a 4. 4 millimeter Pentaconn balanced stereo plug. Para aramid reinforced, detachable cables employ high conductive OFC copper to insure signal integrity with very low handling noise.

Contact pressure: 6. 0 n - 1 N. Also included is a 6. 35 millimeter to 3. 5 millimeter adaptor. Frequency response 10 to 41, 000 Hz 10 dB, Impedance 150 ohm. Transducers are hand selected for precise 1 dB left / right matching tolerance insure exceptional accuracy and presentation of stereo spatial characteristics.

Connectivity Technology: Wired 6. 35 millimeter / 4. 4 millimeter Pentaconn. 150 ohm nominal impedance allows direct connection to home and mobile Hires audio devices. Reference class open back, dynamic headphone employing new and improved transducers delivering low harmonic distortion. Note: kindly refer to the user manual provided as a PDF manual in the product description section.
BrandSennheiser Consumer Audio #ad
ManufacturerSennheiser #ad
Height12.6 Inches
Length10.12 Inches
Weight0.58 Pounds
Width4.25 Inches
Part NumberHD 660 S
ModelHD 660 S

9. Audio-Technica

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Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBT Wireless Over-Ear Headphones

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Audio-Technica #ad - Multipoint pairing function allows you to stay connected to two Bluetooth devices at once. 40 mm drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils are tuned for enhanced low-frequency performance. Up to 60 hours of continuous use on a full charge and up to 3 hours of use on a 10-minute rapid charge via USB-C connection. Low latency mode improves synchronicity between audio and video for smooth streaming and gaming. Wireless, on-the-go design delivers the same sonic signature as the wired ATH-M20x professional studio headphones.
BrandAudio-Technica #ad
ManufacturerAudio-Technica #ad
Height4.72 Inches
Length10.43 Inches
Weight1.42 Pounds
Width8.86 Inches
Part NumberATHM20xBT
ModelATHM20xBT
WarrantyOne Year Limited End User Warranty

10. Audio-Technica

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Black, Audio-Technica ATH-M30x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones

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Audio-Technica #ad - Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments. 40 millimeter drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils. Advanced build quality and engineering. Convenient single-side cable exit. Tuned for enhanced detail, with excellent mid-range definition.
BrandAudio-Technica #ad
ManufacturerAudio-Technica #ad
Height4.1 Inches
Length11.4 Inches
Weight0.49 Pounds
Width10 Inches
Part NumberAUD ATHM30X
ModelATH-M30x
Warranty2 year warranty on parts and labor.