Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M70X
The 45mm large-aperture drivers and 5Hz–40kHz frequency response deliver a transparent, uncolored sound for critical reference monitoring. Its closed-back design ensures passive isolation, while the 280g frame with plush earpads and detachable cables provides all-day comfort and flexible connectivity. Best for mixing engineers and audio purists who need a ruthlessly flat signature to expose flaws in complex source material.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sound (85th percentile) 85th
- Strong build (76th percentile) 76th
Cons
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average social proof (19th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q2 202533/100
Buyers praise the sound quality but report that the headphones break easily, even with careful handling.
- Excellent sound quality, responsive with little distortion.
- Headphones break easily at the cup, even with careful use.
- Durability is poor; some users accept it as a trade-off for sound.
- Cannot handle even slight drops; failure is a matter of time.
- Q3 202148/100
Buyers praised clear sound and value but criticized fragile joints and limited rotation, recommending them only for mixing and mastering.
- Clear, detailed sound with nearly flat response; good value for the price.
- Fragile joints and lack of 180-degree cup rotation; easily broken if not careful.
- Great for mixing and mastering, but not recommended for casual listening or movies.
- Highs may sound overwhelming on first listening for some users.
Based on 22 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 |
| Freq Min | 5 |
| Freq Max | 40000 |
| Impedance | 35 |
| Sensitivity | 97 |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M70X | Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | JBL Live 770NC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 30 | 40 | 42 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 35 | 48 | - | 470 | 32 | 32 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 30 | 60 | 30 | 65 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M70X | 30.2 | 14.9 | 76.3 | 84.8 | 42.8 | 50 | 35 | 18.6 |
| Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 Compare | 97.4 | 90.7 | 92.1 | 89.6 | 71.3 | 78.9 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.4 | 99.3 | 95.8 | 99.4 | 71.3 | 50 | 97.3 | 97.5 |
| Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 97.4 | 84.2 | 76.3 | 94.8 | 88.7 | 78.9 | 99.3 | 55.7 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Compare | 92 | 77.5 | 97.2 | 46.4 | 71.3 | 50 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.4 | 77.5 | 97.2 | 84.2 | 91.3 | 50 | 99.9 | 91.4 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Price History
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