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Audio-Technica ATH-W1000Z

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4 stars
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3 stars
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Consumer ratings:
3.8 / 5
Editorial reviews:
3
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3 editorial reviews
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Pros

  • wood-grain cups Large and lively sound
  • the easy-going flow of the music well
  • clear

Cons

  • It s not easy to make a closed-back set sound quite
  • not buy open-back ones for indoors
  • The sound doesn t just extend outwards

Key specs

  • 43 Ω
  • 5, 42000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • Over-Ear
  • Wired

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Audio-Technica ATH-W1000Z - Pros & Cons

Audio-Technica ATH-W1000Z

Pros

  • wood-grain cups Large and lively sound
  • the easy-going flow of the music well
  • clear
  • detailed and articulate
  • The wood finishes are sublime
  • truly excellent

Cons

  • It s not easy to make a closed-back set sound quite
  • not buy open-back ones for indoors
  • The sound doesn t just extend outwards
  • cushioned paddles sit on the side of the head and feel a little odd
  • The low-end is a touch overstated
  • lack a little rhythmic drive
  • appear that way at first
  • rigid and relatively low weight properties
  • these headphones are definitely weak in their sub-bass extension
  • marginally over-engineered arrangement looks a little inelegant on top of my head
  • closed-back headphone designs

Audio-Technica ATH-W1000Z - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
53 mm
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IconImpedance
43 Ω
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IconWeight
320 g
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Audio-Technica ATH-W1000Z - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
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Dimensions
Weight11.29 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length3
Type of connector6.3mm
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Black,Wood
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
Body materialWood
CategoryAudiophile
Connector contacts platingGold
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Sound
Impedance43.0 Ω
Frequency range5 - 42000
Diaphragm diameter2.09 in
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size2.09 in
Maximum input power2000.0 mW
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Power
Power handling capacity2000.0 mW

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