ATH-M20x Over-Ear Professional Studio Monitor Headphones

So, one of the most popular pair of budget(agree or not) headphones. What about them? Really amazing sound quality according to me for the price.. Using them with my OnePlus 5 on HipHop preset and 90% volume level(out of the box setting was a bit shallow to my taste, and I couldn't push these above 70%, as it got a bit irritating) In order to really enjoy them, you would need to subscribe to a high quality streaming service(Spotify preferably, have tried gaana as well, but, the quality is not where closer to Spotify) Having told you about my setup, lets get into the things that I like about these headphones: - 5/5 on sound quality for the price, one can clearly differentiate the different instruments playing in the background, love the details - noise isolation(not cancellation) with standard earcups is good - build quality is pretty sturdy and the wire is held pretty sturdily as well. have used them for a couple of months only, but, I can confidently say that these headphones have been built to last.. - the headband is tight enough to hold it in the required position for as long as you want, and has pretty soft cushioning around it, so, no troubles there Now, coming to the the things that are a bit meh about these - the standard earcups are pretty uncomfortable in my opinion, I couldn't wear them for longer periods, so, had to get a new pair instead - the wire is pretty long, which can be a blessing, but, more of a curse in my case.. as I always have to keep it wounded and it looks stupid to carry it around - Also, this doesn't come with any carry poutch, so, you are on you own there All in all, it boils down to your preference (quality vs portability) I could live with the inconvience of carrying them around, so, went for these... so, it will all boil down to your preference (sound quality vs portability) Would definitely recommend this product

Perfect studio quality sound. Long wire keep it versatile and perfect product can not be more better.

Great and works as advertised. Almost flat audio, no bass boost. Good as a budget monitor. One suggestions for those buying it for use with a PC- please check out the Amazon exclusive variant of this one which has a shorter cable that is easier to manage -Audio-Technica ATH-M20x/1.6. Build quality is good. and materials appear to be durable. I am reducing one point for repairability due to fixed cable. A detachable cable would be appreciated more. Since it is closed back and has snug fitting silicone earcups, passive noise cancellation is good. This takes us to the next point: While the fit is nice, the snugness can lead to discomfort due to heat build up. You will find yourself getting warm within 10-20 minutes of use. Just somethign to be mindful of. In Kanpur's moderate weather of March, I find the need to ventilate periodically to cool off the ears and wipe the prespiration from the cups to prevent damage to them. I think this is common in all closed back, over the ear headphones, though. Audio levels: Something inexperienced users like me should be mindful of. This has a capable and precise driver and make sure not to exceed 60-70% (50 to be safe) mark if you don't know what to expect from the file. It can be very loud and can hurt your hearing.

The Audio Tecnica M20x is the perfect headphone anyone is on the fence of buying it.. it's really good one. received on time and it really sounds great and truly emphasis on every single aspect of music, everything is well balanced and really enjoyable sound quality great for mixing mastering at this budget, first time purchased any product from audio technica and it is amazing, Design is plasticy but premium and cuisions for me are comfortable enough and simple no nonsense design is something which everyone can appreciate cable is way longer. remember this thing that it won't be very loud if you're using with mobile phones as it is a little high impedance 47 ohm headphone, works fine with laptops and computers, but audio interface makes it even better. clarity in the headphone is awesome, audiophiles will love this for sure only thing which is kind of bad is the no detachable cable and no sidewards movement of speakers. rest if you can save more go for its successors they are even better

First of all, kudos to amazon for the excellent packaging and prompt delivery. So, I come from that group of people who never spent more than 500 bucks for a pair of headphones. I've always used the pair that came along with my phone. I also had a Sony mdr-zx110 for sometime. You can say that this is my first real pair of high quality headphones. Here are my thoughts. Packaging: The box is neatly packed with some paperwork, a connector to a DAC, and the headphones themselves. No surprises there. Build and Comfort: I was quite surprised by how light they felt at first use. The leather cups and top padding are an absolute delight and the adjusting mechanism works like a charm. It is a bit tight initially, but gets better with use. The cable is 3m long, which can be a good or a bad thing. Personally, would have liked it to be a bit shorter. Even after listening with them for 4 hours straight, there was neither any heat build up nor was it getting uncomfortable. But it made my ears sweat more than I was expecting it to. Overall, absolute delight to use even for longer periods. Sound quality: I plugged it into my Moto X and listened to some Coldplay and some Indian film music. I was expecting it to blow my mind, but realised my phone was doing justice to these pair. It sounds amazing though, better than anything I have tried. But had this feeling it had more to offer. AudioFX does offer a much better listening experience when turned on. So, I plugged it into my laptop( a HP with B&O audio) and the tables turned completely. It was unlike anything I've experienced. The sounds coming out were so natural, and so very clear. Was able to catch every note of every instrument, was finding new sounds in the tracks that I didn't know even existed. There is adequate bass and the treble is excellent. The mids are where these really shine. The vocals and instrumentals are mind-blowing. Every genre I listened to was absolutely amazing. I think these are best suited for classical, instrumental, and Jazz. I listened to some hip-hop and found the bass a bit short but nevertheless, they did sound incredible. I tried some games like COD,Battlefield and FIFA, it enhances the experience quite a lot. In FIFA, the crowd comes alive and the gunshots in COD are brilliantly reproduced. Verdict: If you are a casual listener who is looking for their first pair of high quality headphones, look no further. Absolutely loving every moment of using this pair. It introduced me to a whole new dimension in music. Every other headphone I use now just doesn't feel right. In short, its the best 3000 bucks I ever spent.

Excellent quality and make.

Excellent Sound Quality, Minor Build Concerns - Perfect for Studio Work 🎵 SOUND QUALITY - 9/10 Flat, balanced response - exactly what studio monitors should be Crystal clear highs, well-defined mids, controlled bass No artificial enhancement - pure, accurate sound Perfect for music production, mixing, and critical listening Did 4-hour burn-in - sound improved further ✅ WHAT I LOVED: Outstanding sound quality at this price point (₹4500) Long cable - great flexibility for studio/desktop use Lightweight and foldable - portable Premium butter paper packaging for wire - nice touch! Comes with 3.5mm to 6.35mm adapter Solid build - doesn't feel fragile ❌ WHAT COULD BE BETTER: Cushioning is quite hard - could be softer for long sessions Cable isn't braided - tangles easily, should be tangle-free at this price L/R markings are very small - hard to see in dim light Full plastic body - feels slightly cheap initially (but it's durable) No color coding on headband corners for easy L/R identification 💡 SUGGESTIONS TO BRAND: Add softer cushioning Use braided cable Make L/R markings more visible (fluorescent color or embossed logo) 👤 WHO SHOULD BUY: ✅ Music producers and audio engineers ✅ Those who need accurate, flat sound ✅ Studio monitoring on budget ✅ Mixing/mastering learners 👤 WHO SHOULDN'T: ❌ Bass-heavy music lovers ❌ Casual gaming users ❌ Those wanting premium build feel 💰 VALUE FOR MONEY: At ₹4500, the sound quality alone makes it worth it. Build could be better, but if you prioritize sound accuracy over aesthetics, this is the best choice in this range. 🎯 FINAL VERDICT: Highly recommended for anyone needing professional studio monitoring without breaking the bank. Sound quality is exceptional - everything else is minor. Would I buy again? Yes, for the sound quality! 🎧

As described it's really work fine. My production getting better results. Satisfied with the sound quality. Built quality required to be better for this price range.

Le cuffie si presentano in una confezione minimale seppure di qualità, che contiene oltre alle cuffie, un adattatore jack da 3,5 mm a 6,35 mm. Per quanto riguarda la qualità costruttiva non c'è nulla da ridire, sono solide anche se costituite in stragrande maggioranza in plastica. Il confort fornito dai padiglioni in similpelle è davvero buono, ed è accompagnato dal confort fornito dall'imbottitura dell'archetto superiore; tutto questo favorisce un ascolto prolungato senza alcun problema. A livello sonoro sono ottime, queste cuffie Monitor sono perfette sia per l'editing audio tanto quanto per l'ascolto della musica; anche se non ci si deve aspettare Bassi troppo esaltati così come per le altre frequenze, ma tutto ciò non deve stupire dato che queste cuffie devo rendere un suono che deve risultare il più possibile vicino alla reale traccia audio. Tirando le somme, posso dire che il prodotto è più che valido per la fascia di prezzo in cui si propone.

I bought this to pair with my AT-2020. As a recording artist I wanted to get some studio headphones at a more budget friendly price, and these have totally exceeded expectation. They are comfortable and they have amazing sound quality, and with a 3m cable it makes this easily the best budget studio headphones. Note: Headphone jack adapter is included with headphones.

Los Audio-Technica ATH-M20X son una excelente opción dentro de los auriculares profesionales de monitorización, especialmente en la categoría de entrada. Diseñados para ofrecer una calidad de sonido superior a un precio accesible, estos auriculares se destacan por su rendimiento sólido y confiabilidad en diversas aplicaciones, desde la grabación en estudio hasta la escucha casual. Diseño y Comodidad Con un diseño circumaural que envuelve las orejas, los ATH-M20X ofrecen una buena aislación de sonido, lo que permite enfocarse en el audio sin distracciones externas. Su construcción es robusta pero ligera, lo que asegura comodidad durante largas sesiones de uso. Las almohadillas de los auriculares son suaves y proporcionan un buen ajuste, lo que minimiza la fatiga auditiva. Calidad de Sonido En cuanto a la calidad de sonido, los ATH-M20X son impresionantes para su rango de precio. Estos auriculares brindan una respuesta de frecuencia bastante equilibrada, con graves profundos y definidos, medios claros y agudos detallados. Aunque su perfil sonoro es ligeramente cálido, lo que puede enfatizar un poco los bajos, sigue ofreciendo una reproducción fiel del audio, ideal para monitoreo y mezclas. La precisión en los detalles y la claridad del sonido los convierten en una herramienta confiable para los profesionales que necesitan un monitoreo exacto. Relación Calidad-Precio Uno de los aspectos más destacados de los ATH-M20X es su excelente relación calidad-precio. Audio-Technica ha logrado equilibrar la calidad de construcción, la comodidad y la calidad de sonido en un producto accesible para aquellos que están comenzando en el mundo de la producción musical o para usuarios que buscan un par de auriculares de calidad sin tener que gastar demasiado.

Its too tight feels uncomfortable after a short while of using as in, I feel warm and uncomfortable and my ears ache due to the gripping pressure of the headphone. Sound wise, its ok for my video and sound edit work… so far… but very uncomfortable to use longer than 10 minutes!! :((

Update - my main pair of headphones has finally seen its last day and here I am, as promised when I did this review, repurchasing these. I was secretly looking forward to mine failing I have to admit. Really comfortable to wear for long periods. The cord is a good length and they feel pretty robust and fairly light too. They fit well on different sized heads as you can easily adjust them and the sound quality is great too. I ended up returning them because I had lost my main pair and ended up locating them again so I no longer required these. However, if my main pair ever fails me this will be my go to for purchase again as I really enjoyed my time with them. There’s a lot of clarity in the sound which is exactly what I need when field recording. I also enjoyed the comfortability whilst recording for long sessions too. I’ve also had issues with headphones in the past always dropping off my head which is really frustrating. This wasn’t a problem with these at all. I’d highly recommend them and I’m sure I’ll be purchasing them again in the future once my current headphones fail eventually. I also think the price is really reasonable for these. What you get for the price is great.