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Black over-ear studio headphones with padded earcups and single-sided cable

Audio-Technica ATH-M20x Studio Monitor Headphones Black

SKU CH-89TS-JZM77

Closed-back over-ear headphones with 40 mm drivers, 15–20,000 Hz response, 47 Ω impedance and 96 dB sensitivity for studio tracking

  • Driver size40 mm
  • Frequency range20000 Hz
  • Headphone styleOver Ear
  • Impedance47 ohms
  • Signal-to-noise ratio96 decibels
  • Power supplyBattery, false
  • Tuned for enhanced low-frequency performance with 40 mm drivers
  • Circumaural design contours around ears for excellent sound isolation
  • Lightweight 190 g build with professional-grade materials for extended comfort
  • Single-side 3.0 m cable exit keeps workspace tidy
  • 96 dB sensitivity and 47 ohm impedance suit studio tracking and mixing

Entry-Level Studio Headphones

The Audio-Technica ATH-M20x is a pair of closed-back dynamic headphones built for studio tracking and mixing. It uses 40 mm neodymium drivers with copper-clad aluminium voice coils tuned for enhanced low-frequency response. A circumaural design contours around the ears to provide strong passive isolation in loud environments. The single-sided 3.0 m cable exits on the left side for convenient routing.

Suited For Tracking And Monitoring

These headphones serve home-studio owners, podcasters and beginners who need accurate monitoring at an affordable cost. The 96 dB sensitivity and 47 ohm impedance work well with typical audio interfaces and portable devices. Buyers who require detachable cables, active noise cancellation or wireless freedom should look at other models because this unit has a fixed cable and no battery.

47 Ohm Impedance Matches Common Gear

The 47 ohm input impedance lets the headphones draw sufficient volume from laptop outputs, phone jacks and entry-level interfaces without a dedicated amplifier. If your workflow demands higher impedance for specialised studio consoles or you need balanced connections, this specification will not meet that requirement.

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Price $72.99
Pricier than about 80% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAudio-Technica
Model nameATH-M20x, 094375870, AUD ATHM20X
Part numberAUD ATHM20X
Product typeOver the Ear
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Driver size40 mm
Frequency range20000 Hz
Headphone styleOver Ear
Impedance47 ohms
Signal-to-noise ratio96 decibels
Audio sensitivity96 decibels
Wearing styleOver ear
Noise cancellationSound isolation
Mic impedance47 ohm
Mic frequency response20000 Hz
Mic signal-to-noise ratio96 decibels
Mic sensitivity96 decibels
Connectivity
Wireless technologyBluetooth
Ports & slots
Connection3.5 mm
Power
Power supplyBattery, false
Built-in batteryBattery
Size & build
Product weight210 g

Questions about this item

How long before the 40 mm drivers or ear pads need replacement with daily studio use?

The 40 mm neodymium drivers are built for extended tracking sessions; ear pads can be swapped when wear appears, keeping isolation tight.

What stops the headphones from going louder during a full‑day mixing session?

Maximum input power is rated at 700 mW at 1 kHz, so the amplifier limit is reached before the 47‑ohm load distorts.

How much heat or noise do the closed‑back cups produce after hours of wear?

Passive design adds no electronic noise; circumaural cups trap some warmth but weigh only 190 g without cable for low fatigue.

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