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Black over-ear headphones with padded ear cups and adjustable headband, single cable on left side

Audio-Technica ATH-M30x Over-Ear Headphones, Black

SKU CH-3JBG-DRDAW

Over-ear studio monitor headphones with 40 mm drivers tuned for detailed mid-range, 38 ohm impedance and a collapsible design for portable field recording

  • Driver size40 mm
  • Frequency range20000 Hz
  • Headphone styleOver Ear
  • Impedance38 ohms
  • Signal-to-noise ratio100 decibels
  • Power supplyBattery, aaaa, nonstandard battery, false
  • 40 mm drivers with rare earth magnets deliver detailed sound
  • Tuned for enhanced detail with strong mid-range definition
  • Circumaural design provides passive sound isolation in loud environments
  • Single-side cable exit reduces tangles during use
  • Collapsible construction enables space-saving portability

Professional Studio Monitor Headphones

The Audio-Technica ATH-M30x are closed-back over-ear headphones built for accurate monitoring. They use 40 mm drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminium voice coils. Tuning emphasises detail and strong mid-range definition. The circumaural design contours around the ears for passive isolation in loud environments.

Suited to field recording and studio mixing

These wired headphones suit engineers tracking, mixing or editing video who need a neutral reference without colouration. The single-side cable exit and collapsible frame aid mobility between locations. Buyers wanting wireless freedom, active noise cancellation or an integrated boom microphone should look elsewhere.

Wired 3.5 mm connection fits standard audio

The 3.5 mm plug connects directly to interfaces, portable recorders or camera audio inputs without adapters. At 0.22 kg the weight is light enough for long sessions. The folding mechanism reduces the footprint in a gear bag. No battery or external power is required for operation.

How it compares

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Price $98.99
Pricier than about 85% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAudio-Technica
Product line30
Model nameM30x, ATH-M30x, AUD ATHM30X
Part numberAUD ATHM30X
Product typeOver the Ear
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Driver size40 mm
Frequency range20000 Hz
Headphone styleOver Ear
Impedance38 ohms
Signal-to-noise ratio100 decibels
Audio sensitivity100 decibels
Wearing styleOver ear
Noise cancellationPassive
Mic impedance~3K ohm
Mic frequency response20000 Hz
Mic signal-to-noise ratio100 decibels
Mic sensitivity100 decibels
Ports & slots
Connection3.5 mm
Power
Power supplyBattery, aaaa, nonstandard battery, false
Built-in batteryBattery
Size & build
Product weight0.22 kg
Compatibility
Compatible withWireless
Supported platformsCertified for Windows Vista

Questions about this item

What source device do I need to plug the 3.5 mm connector into?

Any device with a standard 3.5 mm headphone output — phone, laptop, audio interface or portable recorder — will drive the 38 ohm load without an extra amplifier.

Will the 40 mm drivers sound balanced when I monitor alongside older studio speakers?

The headphones are tuned for enhanced detail and strong mid-range definition, so they translate well when cross-referencing mixes on legacy near-field monitors.

How can I confirm the 100 dB sensitivity is performing correctly after setup?

Play a calibrated 1 kHz tone at a known level; the output should match the 100 dB SPL per milliwatt rating with clean, undistorted mid-range reproduction.

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