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Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica

Good8/10

Family-owned Japanese maker of headphones, microphones and turntable cartridges, founded in Tokyo in 1962.

Founded
1962
From
Japan
HQ
Machida, Japan
Owned by
Independent
Made in
Japan and elsewhere in Asia
Also sold as
ATH
www.audio-technica.com

Headphones / earphones / earbuds

Good8/10Mid-range

Audio-Technica is a staple for wired studio and hi-fi headphones, with the ATH-M50x among the best-selling monitor headphones ever. Its wireless and earbud models are solid value but trail Sony and Bose on noise cancelling and features.

Good at

  • ATH-M50x is a benchmark studio headphone
  • Durable wired models that last for years
  • Good-value wireless and earbud options
  • Deep open-back hi-fi range up to ADX flagships

Weak at

  • ANC and app features behind Sony and Bose
  • Wireless models less polished than the leaders
  • M-series earpads wear and need replacing
Reliability
Value
Features
Service & warranty
ATH-M50xATH-M40xATH-R70xATH-M50xBT2ATH-ADX / AD seriesATH-CKS / TWX earbuds

Best for: Anyone wanting reliable wired headphones for studio or home listening

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Researched September 2026 from public reviews, consumer groups and retailer listings, and summarised by hand — ratings are a judgement, not a lab score. Check current reviews and local retailers before you buy.