Audio Technica: ATH R70X Review

ATH-R70X: ATH-M50X ($148): ATH-M20X ($49): Audio Interaces that power the headphones well: ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Audio Technica has a rock-solid reputation in the world of headphones, in more recent years their ATH-M50Xs have become one of the most beloved and recommended headphones across the entire internet, the success of which has led to the vast popularity of the entire AT series. Audio Technica’s flagship open-back reference pair, the ATH R70X, caught my attention while on the hunt for some high-end cans that offered a flat signal for editing voiceover tracks, while simultaneously offering a premium audiophile-grade listening experience. So, how do the R70Xs compare to the ever popular M50Xs, and are these reference headphones worth their steep price tag of $350? Allow me to explain. The R70Xs are a premium experience through and through. The patented “3d wing support system” means the headband never needs adjusting and simply slips onto your head. Your milage may vary with fit but the pair fits comfortably on my head. This headband, paired with the unit’s extremely light weight lead to the single most comfortable listening experience I’ve had with any headphones. In a sense, it almost doesn’t feel like you’re wearing anything. The earcups are made of a pleasantly soft fabric, and fit snugly around the ears but never felt too tight. Compared to the M50Xs, these are far more comfortable and never leave me with any sense of ear fatigue like I...