<body><div><p><b>The iconic hi-fi brand released its first headphones in 1974.</b></p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1Keqy8_0wPffy3Q00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1Keqy8_0wPffy3Q00" width="1778" height="1000" ><figcaption>Audio-Technica</figcaption></figure><p>Every product is carefully selected by our editors. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more</p><p>The Japanese hi-fi manufacturer Audio-Technica has a history dating back to the 1960s. While it’s probably best known for its high-quality phono cartridges and direct-drive turntables, it’s also well-regarded for its headphones, which offer excellent sound at a great value.</p><p>The company released its first pair of headphones, the AT-700 series, in 1974. Now, 50 years later, Audio-Technica is releasing new audiophile wired headphones to celebrate its half-century in the headphone business. </p><h2>Audio-Technica ATH-ADX3000 </h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1LHG1b_0wPffy3Q00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1LHG1b_0wPffy3Q00" width="1080" height="1080" ><figcaption>Audio-Technica</figcaption></figure><h2>Audio-Technica ATH-ADX3000</h2><p><b>Specs </b></p><p>Type Open-back dynamic wired headphones </p><p>Frequency Response 5 – 45,000 Hz </p><p>Impedance 50 ohms </p><h2>50 years of headphone heritage</h2><p>The Audio-Technica ATH-ADX3000 are open-back dynamic headphones that celebrate the company’s 50th headphone anniversary in a different way. </p><p>Rather than being similar to the 1974-released AT-700 series, the ATH-ADX3000 are a more affordable alternative of its 2017-released ATH-ADX5000 flagship headphones — which cost $1,999. </p><p>At $999, the ATH-ADX3000 costs $1,000 less — half as expensive — but still promises excellent hi-fi sound. </p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=48si1b_0wPffy3Q00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=48si1b_0wPffy3Q00" width="722" height="578" ><figcaption>The ATH-ADX3000 feature a similar honeycomb-punched housing design as the company’s more expensive flagships.</figcaption></figure><h2>Flagship-grade driver technology</h2><p>The new ATH-ADX3000 have similar 58mm dynamic drivers as the company’s flagship ATH-ADX5000 headphones. They also utilize the same Core Mount technology — positioning the diaphragm, voice coil, baffle and magnet in a single unit — that, according to the company, results in “improved airflow and full-range audio reproduction.”</p><p>Obviously, there are some key differences between the two headphones that justify the $1,000 price difference — and it mostly comes down to sound quality.</p><p>The ATH-ADX3000 are significantly easier to drive headphones, with an impedance of 50 ohms (vs the ATH-ADX5000’s 420 ohms), sensitivity of 98 dB/mW (vs the ATH-ADX5000’s 100 dB/mW) and max power of 700 mW (vs ATH-ADX5000’s 1,000 mW). </p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=38VtVf_0wPffy3Q00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=38VtVf_0wPffy3Q00" width="1080" height="864" ><figcaption>The headphones feature Velour earpads and an adjustable dual headband.</figcaption></figure><h2>Handcrafted in Japan</h2><p>Of course, both audiophile headphones share much in common — and look almost identical. They feature large earcups with honeycomb-punched metallic grilles and soft velour earpads. </p><p>Like the more expensive flagships, the new ATH-ADX3000 are manufactured and hand-assembled in the company’s Machida Tokyo-based factory. </p><p>Both headphones also come with a “robust aluminum” protective carrying case and come with a detachable cable with A2DC connectors. </p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0iT7qh_0wPffy3Q00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0iT7qh_0wPffy3Q00" width="1080" height="864" ><figcaption>Audio-Technica’s ATH-ADX3000 feature detachable cables and A2DC connectors.</figcaption></figure><h2>Price and availability</h2><p>Audio-Technica’s ATH-ADX3000 headphones are available now. They cost $999.</p><h2>Audio-Technica ATH-ADX3000</h2></div></body>

Mountain View, CA

NewsBreak

A Japanese Hi-Fi Brand’s New Audiophile Headphones Pay Homage to 50 Years of Heritage

The iconic hi-fi brand released its first headphones in 1974. Every product is carefully selected by our editors. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. The Japanese hi-fi manufacturer Audio-Technica has a history dating back to the 1960s. While it’s probably best known for its high-quality phono cartridges and direct-drive turntables, it’s also well-regarded for its headphones, which offer excellent sound at a great value.

A Japanese Hi-Fi Brand’s New Audiophile Headphones Pay Homage to 50 Years of Heritage

Related Search

Comments /

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE

Comments / 0