--- product_id: 1232968 title: "ATH-M20x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black | Closed-back design with 40mm drivers and 3m cable for monitoring, tracking and mixing" brand: "audio-technica" price: "90891CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Audio Technica" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/1232968-ath-m20x-professional-studio-monitor-headphones-black-closed-back-design store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 40mm dynamic drivers circumaural sound isolation rare earth magnets ATH-M20x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black | Closed-back design with 40mm drivers and 3m cable for monitoring, tracking and mixing **Brand:** audio-technica **Price:** 90891CFA **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your sound game β€” don’t just listen, experience every beat! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ATH-M20x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black | Closed-back design with 40mm drivers and 3m cable for monitoring, tracking and mixing by audio-technica - **How much does it cost?** 90891CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/1232968-ath-m20x-professional-studio-monitor-headphones-black-closed-back-design) ## Best For - audio-technica enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted audio-technica brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Durable Pro Build:** Engineered with rare earth magnets and premium materials for long-lasting performance session after session. - β€’ **Comfort Meets Style:** Lightweight with soft leatherette ear pads and headband for all-day wear without fatigue. - β€’ **Tangle-Free Freedom:** Convenient single-side cable exit with a 9.8' cable ensures hassle-free movement during work or play. - β€’ **Precision Studio Sound:** 40mm drivers with copper-clad aluminum wire deliver crystal-clear audio for mixing and tracking. - β€’ **Immersive Noise Isolation:** Circumaural design contours perfectly around ears to block out distractions in loud environments. ## Overview The Audio-Technica ATH-M20x headphones combine professional-grade 40mm dynamic drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils to deliver accurate, enhanced low-frequency sound. Their circumaural design ensures excellent noise isolation, making them ideal for studio tracking and mixing. Lightweight yet durable, with a comfortable leatherette finish and a tangle-free single-side cable, these wired headphones offer reliable performance and comfort for long creative sessions. ## Description The ATH M20x professional monitor headphones are a great introduction to the critically acclaimed M Series line. Modern design and high quality materials combine to deliver a comfortable listening experience, with enhanced audio and effective isolation. An excellent choice for tracking and mixing. More About the M Series Headphones Critically acclaimed M Series professional monitor headphones deliver accurate audio and outstanding comfort, perfect for long sessions in the studio and on the go. Contoured earcups seal tight for excellent sound isolation, with minimal bleed. And the pro grade materials are durable, yet comfortable. Find out why online reviewers, top audio engineers, and cult followers agree, M Series is an unmatched combination of audio and build quality that gets the job done. Hour after hour, year after year.Cable Length: 9.8' / 2.99 m. Review: WOW ! - So I got these yesterday, and I know I am not going to keep them for long (more on that later) so I want to get this review in ASAP. First off, while I know what I like & I can recognize quality, I am definitely NOT an audiophile, so I'm not going to try & tell you in TECHNICAL terms why these headphones are so great, but I can give a layman's perspective. Also, I am going to do a lot of comparing to the Samson SR850's I just bought AND my standby Koss PortaPros (which I compared the Samson's to in my review of them) Anyway, lets get started. First of all the looks of these. My 13 year old daughter unboxed them while I was at work & immediately exclaimed "These are NICE !" With that, she put them on, plugged in her iPod Touch & didn't take them off until I got home several hours later. This from a kid who's favorite headphones are a purple pair of Knockoff Beats I bought at a flea market. They are MUCH better looking than the Samsons. The earcups are smaller & lower profile, and the headband is covered in a stylish black leatherette. There is a LARGE AudioTechnica logo across the top of them, but who's going to be looking at the top of your head ? As far as comfort goes, they are very comfortable, They are much lighter than the Samson's, and as I said smaller. The ear pads are suitably soft & covered in the same leather like material as the headband. And while I doubt you could lie on your side comfortably with them on, they would be MORE comfortable than the Samson's in that position. As for build quality, they are REALLY light, which worries me a bit, but they seem very solid. The main structure is definitely metal and the wires are thick & well covered. The plugs also look a step up from your average headphone connector. While I am sure my kids would manage to break them eventually, I think they would last longer than your average headphone. And with me, they will be just fine. Finally, lets talk sound. They sound AWESOME ! Really awesome. Much better than headphones at this price should sound. When I listened to the Samson's the first time I knew they sounded better than my Koss' ... but not by a lot. These are OBVIOUSLY better. The bass response is better, and everything else is CRYSTAL CLEAR ! Just stunning. That being said, they are not as loud as the Samson's which kinda surprised me since they are smaller & closed back. But because of the better bass & improvements across the full range of sound, I would definitely put these ahead of the Samson's AND the Koss' & I am sure ANYONE who heard them all side by side by side would agree. Now there are a few negatives. Like I said they are smaller & Lighter than the Samson's. And I was looking for something LARGER ... so in that respect, they are going away from what I was looking for. And I still am surprised the Samsons are slightly louder. With the bigger size they should need more power to drive them properly. But since the M20's have less sound leak than the SR850's, this is really a non-issue. And while they are very comfortable, after wearing them for a short time its clear that my ears are sweating in the M20's where they were not in the SR850's. Again, it may be because the latter are semi-open, but I think its because of the cloth covering on the SR850's pads AND because they are bigger. Overall, even with the negatives, I would recommend these over the Samson SR850's w/o question. But, if that extra $15.00 means a lot to you, the Samson's are still an EXCELLENT Choice. And they will probably be my choice, since once my son HEARS these. he will be wanting to trade me the Samson's for them. UPDATE: I have had these for just about 36 hours & I just had a perfect stranger come up to me & ask me if I liked them.l He obviously knew a lot more about headphones than I do & has much better equipment (a $170 pair of BeyerDynamics) but he was impressed with these especially at the price. UPDATE to the UPDATE: I recently bought a Fiio E6 Headphone Amp & when my son comes home from College, I will try these out with the Amp. Considering how much they improved my Samson SR850's (I would put that combination AHEAD of these now) I am sure they will sound even more awesome. However, I will NOT be buying that Amp for my son. If he wants one, he can buy it himself. IN RESPONSE TO .... the two questions .... First off the Amp improves the M20's as much as it improves the Samson SR850's. The sound is cleaner, and I prefer using the degraded setting on the amp with increased volume on my source on these as well. Second, as I said without the amp, these sound nearly as good as the Samson's WITH the amp. So I feel I have done enough for my son in that respect. If he wants to UP the quality with the amp, that's his choice. Just because I am not paying for it, doesn't represent my feeling for him one way or another. Of maybe it does. Either way I feel secure in my role as a parent & the opinion of one crank won't affect that. Review: M20X sound good for the price. Will they hold up to light use? - For the price, these are pretty nice cans. Frequency response is pretty flat and clear to my ears. Not as resolving or detailed as my old ATH-M50 headphones, but I didnt expect them to be at 1/3 the cost. The M20X are fine for casual listening on a secondary setup like a Fiio R2R headphone amp. Vocals sound natural with good presence. Bass is there, though it could be a bit better defined. The highs are not harsh or forward. So they are pleasant to listen to. My main concern is the build quality, these are on the soft and flexible end of the spectrum. They lack the solid sturdy build of the M50's, but as long as they last many years it wont bother me. Only time will tell. ## Features - Advanced build quality and engineering; Designed for studio tracking and mixing - 40 mm drivers with rare earth magnets and copper clad aluminum wire voice coils - Tuned for enhanced low frequency performance - Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments - Convenient single side cable exit ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00HVLUR18 | | Additional Features | Output Sound Pressure Level 96Db/Mw | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Audio Driver Size | 40 millimeters | | Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver | | Best Sellers Rank | #47 in Over-Ear Headphones | | Brand | Audio-Technica | | Brand Name | Audio-Technica | | Built-In Media | Cable | | Cable Features | Tangle Free | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Desktops, Laptops, Music Production Equipment | | Connectivity Technology | Wired | | Control Method | Push Button | | Control Type | Volume Control | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 27,107 Reviews | | Ear Placement | Over Ear | | Earpiece Shape | Over Ear | | Enclosure Material | Copper-Clad Aluminum, Neodymium, Plastic | | External Testing Certification | NΓ£o aplicavel | | Form Factor | Over Ear | | Frequency Range | 15 - 20,000 Hz | | Frequency Response | 20000 hertz | | Headphone Folding Features | Over Ear | | Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | | Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear | | Impedance | 47 ohm | | Item Type Name | Headphones | | Item Weight | 210 g | | Manufacturer | Audio-Technica | | Model Name | ATH-M20x | | Model Number | 094375870 | | Noise Control | Sound Isolation | | Number of Items | 1 | | Sensitivity | 96 db | | Specific Uses For Product | Studio | | Style Name | Wired | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 year warranty on parts and labor. | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | | Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Audio-Technica - **Color:** Black - **Ear Placement:** Over Ear - **Form Factor:** Over Ear - **Impedance:** 47 ohm ## Images ![ATH-M20x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black | Closed-back design with 40mm drivers and 3m cable for monitoring, tracking and mixing - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81zcnWFPwVS.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Are these noise-canceling enough to wear on a plane and not hear the plane noise?** A: They do NOT have electronic noise canceling. They are over the ear. The cups absorb outside sound but not enough that would be considered "noise cancelling". They're mainly for DJ's, home, and professional studio producers who use them because electronic "Noise Cancelling" tech interferes with recordings. **Q: are these good for big heads? i have trouble finding headphones that fit comfortably over my big head. also i wear glasses if that helps** A: They grip my average size head fairly firmly. Not enough to hurt but a big head may have problems. I was able to bend mine a bit to lighten the grip **Q: How does this compare to the ATH-M30? And how comfortable is it for extended hours of use?** A: I can only respond to the 2nd part of your question as I have not tried the ATH-M30, but the ATH M20X was (for me) extremely uncomfortable even after using for only a short period of time. This was due to the, IMO, excessive heat build-up which literally caused pools of sweat to collect inside the earpieces. I returned the headset after a few days. **Q: Do these headphones come with a carrying case?** A: No, they don't come, but I suggest to buy a case just in case. If you don't want to, buy it without a case, those are durable headphones, but you never know if you'll need the case to carry them in a bag, back pack, carry on. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WOW ! *by A***T on October 14, 2015* So I got these yesterday, and I know I am not going to keep them for long (more on that later) so I want to get this review in ASAP. First off, while I know what I like & I can recognize quality, I am definitely NOT an audiophile, so I'm not going to try & tell you in TECHNICAL terms why these headphones are so great, but I can give a layman's perspective. Also, I am going to do a lot of comparing to the Samson SR850's I just bought AND my standby Koss PortaPros (which I compared the Samson's to in my review of them) Anyway, lets get started. First of all the looks of these. My 13 year old daughter unboxed them while I was at work & immediately exclaimed "These are NICE !" With that, she put them on, plugged in her iPod Touch & didn't take them off until I got home several hours later. This from a kid who's favorite headphones are a purple pair of Knockoff Beats I bought at a flea market. They are MUCH better looking than the Samsons. The earcups are smaller & lower profile, and the headband is covered in a stylish black leatherette. There is a LARGE AudioTechnica logo across the top of them, but who's going to be looking at the top of your head ? As far as comfort goes, they are very comfortable, They are much lighter than the Samson's, and as I said smaller. The ear pads are suitably soft & covered in the same leather like material as the headband. And while I doubt you could lie on your side comfortably with them on, they would be MORE comfortable than the Samson's in that position. As for build quality, they are REALLY light, which worries me a bit, but they seem very solid. The main structure is definitely metal and the wires are thick & well covered. The plugs also look a step up from your average headphone connector. While I am sure my kids would manage to break them eventually, I think they would last longer than your average headphone. And with me, they will be just fine. Finally, lets talk sound. They sound AWESOME ! Really awesome. Much better than headphones at this price should sound. When I listened to the Samson's the first time I knew they sounded better than my Koss' ... but not by a lot. These are OBVIOUSLY better. The bass response is better, and everything else is CRYSTAL CLEAR ! Just stunning. That being said, they are not as loud as the Samson's which kinda surprised me since they are smaller & closed back. But because of the better bass & improvements across the full range of sound, I would definitely put these ahead of the Samson's AND the Koss' & I am sure ANYONE who heard them all side by side by side would agree. Now there are a few negatives. Like I said they are smaller & Lighter than the Samson's. And I was looking for something LARGER ... so in that respect, they are going away from what I was looking for. And I still am surprised the Samsons are slightly louder. With the bigger size they should need more power to drive them properly. But since the M20's have less sound leak than the SR850's, this is really a non-issue. And while they are very comfortable, after wearing them for a short time its clear that my ears are sweating in the M20's where they were not in the SR850's. Again, it may be because the latter are semi-open, but I think its because of the cloth covering on the SR850's pads AND because they are bigger. Overall, even with the negatives, I would recommend these over the Samson SR850's w/o question. But, if that extra $15.00 means a lot to you, the Samson's are still an EXCELLENT Choice. And they will probably be my choice, since once my son HEARS these. he will be wanting to trade me the Samson's for them. UPDATE: I have had these for just about 36 hours & I just had a perfect stranger come up to me & ask me if I liked them.l He obviously knew a lot more about headphones than I do & has much better equipment (a $170 pair of BeyerDynamics) but he was impressed with these especially at the price. UPDATE to the UPDATE: I recently bought a Fiio E6 Headphone Amp & when my son comes home from College, I will try these out with the Amp. Considering how much they improved my Samson SR850's (I would put that combination AHEAD of these now) I am sure they will sound even more awesome. However, I will NOT be buying that Amp for my son. If he wants one, he can buy it himself. IN RESPONSE TO .... the two questions .... First off the Amp improves the M20's as much as it improves the Samson SR850's. The sound is cleaner, and I prefer using the degraded setting on the amp with increased volume on my source on these as well. Second, as I said without the amp, these sound nearly as good as the Samson's WITH the amp. So I feel I have done enough for my son in that respect. If he wants to UP the quality with the amp, that's his choice. Just because I am not paying for it, doesn't represent my feeling for him one way or another. Of maybe it does. Either way I feel secure in my role as a parent & the opinion of one crank won't affect that. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ M20X sound good for the price. Will they hold up to light use? *by P***Y on August 23, 2026* For the price, these are pretty nice cans. Frequency response is pretty flat and clear to my ears. Not as resolving or detailed as my old ATH-M50 headphones, but I didnt expect them to be at 1/3 the cost. The M20X are fine for casual listening on a secondary setup like a Fiio R2R headphone amp. Vocals sound natural with good presence. Bass is there, though it could be a bit better defined. The highs are not harsh or forward. So they are pleasant to listen to. My main concern is the build quality, these are on the soft and flexible end of the spectrum. They lack the solid sturdy build of the M50's, but as long as they last many years it wont bother me. Only time will tell. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What are you waiting for?Get this! *by A***R on December 3, 2018* Looking for a budget friendly pair of headphones and don't care of wireless technology and ant to remain friends with your wallet? Well then your search has finished. I collect headphones since listening to music all day seems to be a requirement for my lungs to breath, o I can say I have try a lot of headphones through the years, and this headphones get it just right in a lot of ways. There is not such a thing as the "perfect pair of headphones", you should always keep this in mind if you are planing on going crazy with the headphones shopping or if you are just in the hunt for a new pair. Being this said, if your main interest is finding a well sounding-budget-friendly-headphones, this is juts for you. This are monitor headphones, so they are kinda meant or target for an audience working in music studios, which means that sound is very well balanced, bass is not overwhelming at all and I must say is not too strong either, but the overall sound of this headphones is just as clear as it can be! You will not find another pair of headphones this well balance and build for the price. Build quality on this things is pretty amazing too. My hands have never felt a so solid $40 pair of headphones before, my eyes have not seen this beautiful build on any other headphones in this price range, it's just beautiful. Being that said, they are not very stylish but don't have an ugly design either. They are mostly made of hard plastic (very durable feel plastic, like, very very durable feel; Like Fisher's price little baby's car type of feel) with the exception of the adjusters which are made of metal. The fit is very comfortable and they provide just a great sound isolation. They don't get hot or hurt your ears after long listening sessions (I use them 9hrs a day on an average,never had a problem with them) and sound isolation provides almost a sound cancellation quality as the one provided by my Sennheiser PXC 550s. Things to keep in mind: Sound quality is pretty flat, if you are into a more vibrant and bassy sound experience, I suggest checking the M40X instead or the M50X, Cord is not detachable, and this is pretty much the only I don't like from this headphones. Being able to detach the cable adds more convenience to the product, since this makes your headphones a little more durable, since they are easier to take care of and also make it easier to travel. In the headphones defense, the cord is super high quality, probably the best quality I've seen in a wired headphone before. However, since this headphones are meant for in studio listening, the cord is also super long, so if you are planing on using this headphones outside your PC set up or outside your house, you should really take this in consideration. VERDICT: If you want some very high quality budget friendly headphones, this is just the pair you need. This headphones are very well made, sound quality is clear and well balanced (lacking some bass :( ) and they are very suitable for long periods of use. If you want a more vibrant and bass heavy sound, but remain in budget, check the M40X instead or the M50X. And if you still want to remain on this price range, but need more bass for the price, check Skullcandy headphones, they have a lot of budget friendly and stylish headphones and most of them have a rich and powerful bass, though keep in mind their build quality is not the best and sound signature is not as balance as Audio Technica or Sennheiser. ## Frequently Bought Together - Audio-Technica ATH-M20x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black (AUD ATHM20X) - Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Guitarists, Vocalists, Podcasters or Producers to record and playback studio quality sound - Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Studio XLR Microphone, Ideal for Project/Home Studio Applications --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/1232968-ath-m20x-professional-studio-monitor-headphones-black-closed-back-design](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/1232968-ath-m20x-professional-studio-monitor-headphones-black-closed-back-design) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-03*