Audio-Technica Art Monitor ATH-A990z
Proprietary 53mm drivers with OFC bobbin-wound voice coils and a Double Air Damping System deliver a wide 5Hz-42kHz frequency response for detailed Hi-Res Audio. The lightweight aluminum housing and 3D wing support system provide a uniquely comfortable, ergonomic fit for extended listening sessions. These closed-back headphones are best for audiophiles seeking a durable, wired option with excellent passive noise isolation for focused music enjoyment at home.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sound (95th percentile) 95th
- Strong user sentiment (87th percentile) 87th
Cons
- Below average comfort (11th percentile)
- Below average mic (20th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (26th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 11 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 |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.7 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | premium-grade earpads |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 53 |
| Freq Min | 5 |
| Freq Max | 42000 |
| Impedance | 44 |
| Sensitivity | 100 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | No |
| Cable Length | 3 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica Art Monitor ATH-A990z | Sennheiser HDB 630 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | 53 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 | - |
| Impedance Ohms | 44 | 480 | 314 | 16 | 34 | 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 | - | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 20 | 50 | 24 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica Art Monitor ATH-A990z | 33.2 | 19.9 | 37.2 | 95.3 | 50.6 | 10.5 | 87 | 26.1 | 51.6 |
| Sennheiser HDB 630 Compare | 98.4 | 88.3 | 80.6 | 98.6 | 92.5 | 53 | 87 | 95.2 | 88.9 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.4 | 88.3 | 80.6 | 96.6 | 80.8 | 59.6 | 70.6 | 99.1 | 88.9 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98.4 | 86.7 | 93.5 | 94.7 | 75.7 | 34.1 | 87 | 95.6 | 98.7 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 94.8 | 98.7 | 80.6 | 97.8 | 88.6 | 59.6 | 52.9 | 97.9 | 64.3 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 94.8 | 83.5 | 96.2 | 61.3 | 78 | 84.5 | 70.6 | 99.4 | 75.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Adorama 1 offer From $219
Amazon 1 offer From $249
Best Buy 1 offer From $249
Price History
Usage Scores
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