Audio-Technica ATH-GDL3
The 45mm drivers and open-back design deliver a 10Hz–35kHz response with an expansive sound field for precise spatial localization, all in a lightweight 220-gram frame. Detachable 3.0m and 1.2m cables ensure broad PC and console compatibility, while replaceable earpads and a flexible, directional boom mic add practical longevity and clear voice capture. Ideal for competitive gamers who prioritize pinpoint positional cues and all-day comfort, though its neutral tuning also suits casual studio monitoring.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 45
impedance ohms 45
open closed back open
52 Overall Score
Price MX$2,210
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sound (86th percentile) 86th
- Strong mic (82th percentile) 82th
- Strong build (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average social proof (16th percentile)
- Below average comfort (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
What owners think
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 |
| Freq Min | 10 |
| Freq Max | 35000 |
| Impedance | 45 |
| Sensitivity | 98 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 3 |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
| Detachable Mic | Yes |
Features
| Gaming Mode | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica ATH-GDL3 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT | JBL Live 770NC | Apple AirPods Max MWW53AM/A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 45 | 40 | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 45 | 314 | - | 60 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 30 | 60 | 65 | 20 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica ATH-GDL3 | 30.3 | 82.4 | 76.7 | 85.6 | 43.3 | 28.7 | 47.6 | 15.8 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 97.5 | 84.8 | 76.7 | 95.1 | 71.7 | 50.3 | 98.8 | 97.5 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.5 | 99.3 | 95.8 | 99.4 | 71.7 | 50.3 | 97.4 | 97.5 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Compare | 97.5 | 84.8 | 76.7 | 97.6 | 88.9 | 79.2 | 98.8 | 59.5 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.1 | 97.2 | 84.6 | 91.4 | 50.3 | 99.9 | 91.5 |
| Apple AirPods Max MWW53AM/A Compare | 87.2 | 82.4 | 92.2 | 89.4 | 65.1 | 28.7 | 93.6 | 97.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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