Audio-Technica M Series ATH-M60x

★★★★☆ 4.2 (5)

With 45mm large-aperture drivers delivering a 15Hz–28kHz frequency response and 102dB sensitivity, this closed-back on-ear monitor provides accurate audio with minimal bleed. Its lightweight 200g build and memory foam earpads ensure all-day comfort, while three detachable cables (1.2-3.0m coiled, 3.0m straight, 1.2m straight) support varied studio setups. It’s best for audio engineers and musicians needing isolated, precise monitoring in recording and mixing sessions, not for calls or casual listening.

form factor on-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 45
impedance ohms 38
open closed back closed
Audio-Technica M Series ATH-M60x headphones
50 Overall Score
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Snapshot

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong comfort (93th percentile) 93th
  • Strong sound (79th percentile) 79th
  • Strong build (76th percentile) 76th

Cons

  • Below average mic (15th percentile)
  • Below average social proof (25th percentile)
  • Below average anc (30th percentile)

What owners think

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
78/100Our AI sentiment readlow confidence · 5 sources · May 2026
1★2★3★4★5★Q2 '19: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '19: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '19: 1.0★ · 1 reviewQ2 '24: 5.0★ · 1 review1111Q2 '19Q3 '19Q4 '19Q2 '24
Avg ratingHappy (4-5★)Unhappy (1-2★)Bar height = number of reviews

Based on 4 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

Performance Percentiles

Anc 30.1
Mic 15
Build 76.4
Sound 78.8
Battery 42.8
Comfort 92.8
User Sentiment 36
Connectivity 35
Social Proof 24.7

Specifications

Full Specifications

Design

Form Factor on-ear
Open/Closed closed
Foldable No
Weight 0.2 kg / 0.4 lbs
Ear Cushion memory foam
Headband memory foam

Audio

Driver Type dynamic
Driver Size 45
Freq Min 15
Freq Max 28000
Impedance 38
Sensitivity 102
Hi-Res Audio No
Codecs Audio-Technica M Series Remastered ATH-M60x Closed-Back On-Ear Dynamic Monitor Headphones with Detachable Cables, Black

Noise Control

ANC No
Transparency No

Connectivity

Wireless No
Wired Connector 3.5mm
Detachable Cable Yes
Cable Length 3

Microphone

Microphone No

Features

Touch Controls No
Gaming Mode No

vs Competition

Spec Audio-Technica M Series ATH-M60x Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Sony WH-1000XM4 WH-1000XM4 JBL Tune 770NC Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100 Marshall Monitor Monitor III A.N.C.
Form Factor on-ear over-ear over-ear over-ear over-ear over-ear
Driver Type dynamic Dynamic dynamic Dynamic Driver Dynamic Dynamic
Driver Size (mm) 45 42 40 40 - 32
Impedance Ohms 38 60 47 32 32 35
Wireless false true true true true true
Active Noise Cancellation false true true true true true
Open Closed Back closed closed closed closed closed open
Bluetooth Version - 5.2 5.0 5.3 5.1 5.3
Battery Life Hours - 60 30 70 24 70
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product AncMicBuildSoundBatteryComfortUser SentimentConnectivitySocial Proof
Audio-Technica M Series ATH-M60x 30.11576.478.842.892.8363524.7
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Compare 97.484.376.497.688.879098.959.5
Sony WH-1000XM4 WH-1000XM4 Compare 87.186.376.496.871.350.1095.197.4
JBL Tune 770NC Compare 97.465.792.272.492.950.17099.583.1
Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100 Compare 9265.792.241.967.513.296.292.197.4
Marshall Monitor Monitor III A.N.C. Compare 87.165.776.486.892.950.1088.991.4

Price

Value & Pricing

From ¥57,227 1 offers across 1 retailers
Amazon.co.jp 1 offers From ¥57,227
¥57,227

Usage Scores

Work (36.9)Calls (25.9)Music (60.4)Overall (49.7)Budget (56.5)Gaming (45.4)Studio (73.6)Commute (40.6)

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