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Audio-Technica ATH-M20x Headphones
Audio-Technica ATH-M20x
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Sennheiser HD 400S Headphones
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Sony MDR-XB550AP Headphones
Sony MDR-XB550AP
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Editiorial reviews
5
5 editorial reviews
The Audio-Technica ATH-M20x are decent over-ear headphones. They have an above-average audio reproduction and a moderately comfortable and stable design. Sadly, ...Read more
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Audio Technica ATH-M20x (Wired Headphone): 4.4 out of 5 stars from 9 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
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5
5 editorial reviews
Open-back cans developed for long mixing sessions in the studio. We go ProRead more
The humble, the high-end and everything in between from the reputable German brandRead more
Sennheiser’s new studio headphones offer some serious bang for your buck.Read more
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5 editorial reviews
Sony MDR-XB550AP (Wired Headphone): 4.2 out of 5 stars from 25 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
Researching your next headphone purchase is always an experience. With most technology, the benefits are easily quantifiable. Something can be faster, smaller, or more powerful, and there is rarely any debate on this point. It is, or it isn’t. The numbers can’t lie. When it comes to audio equipment, the lines are blurred. Whether something sounds “good” or “bad” is a matter of personal preference. Audiophiles might not be attracted to Sony’s Extra Bass line of headphones. But they have a definite following. Just as some Canadians enjoy their fries with an extra side of gravy, many music fans enjoyRead more
Review of the Sony MDR-XB550 headphones and test out to see if you really can buy a set of good cheap bassy headphones.Read more
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User rating
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3.5 out of 5
88 user ratings
5 stars
26 %
4 stars
27 %
3 stars
22 %
2 stars
20 %
1 stars
3 %
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3.5 out of 5
84 user ratings
5 stars
26 %
4 stars
21 %
3 stars
28 %
2 stars
19 %
1 stars
4 %
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3.9 out of 5
46 user ratings
5 stars
30 %
4 stars
34 %
3 stars
30 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
2 %

Technical details

Sound outputStereo
N/A
Stereo
StyleOver-EarOn-EarOn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
N/A
yes
Magnet materialNeodymium
N/A
Neodymium
Diaphragm material
N/A
N/A
Polyethylene terephthalate

Design

Colour of productBlackBlack
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Red
  • White
Acoustic designClosedClosedClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
N/A
Headband
Body material
  • Metal
  • Plastic
N/A
N/A
CategoryStudio
N/A
N/A
Noise isolatingyes
N/A
N/A
Foldable
N/A
yesyes
Control type
N/A
N/A
In-line control
Connector contacts plating
N/A
N/A
Gold

Dimensions

Weight6.7 oz7.65 oz6.35 oz

Sound

Impedance47.0 Ω18.0 Ω24.0 Ω
Frequency range15 - 20000
N/A
5 - 22000
Diaphragm diameter1.57 in
N/A
N/A
Driver technologyDynamic
N/A
Dynamic
Driver size1.57 in
N/A
1.18 in
Maximum input power700.0 mW
N/A
102.0 mW
Total harmonic distortion (THD)
N/A
0.5 %
N/A
Sensitivity
N/A
N/A
< 102

Connectivity

Inputs supported
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
N/A
N/A
Cable length31.41.2
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyes
N/A
no
Type of connector3.5mm
N/A
3.5mm
USBnonono
Detachable cableno
N/A
no

Features

Noise-cancelingyesyesno
Buttons
N/A
N/A
  • Answer button
  • Keyguard
  • Next song
  • Play/Pause
  • Previous song
  • Volume

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