Audio-Technica ATH-M20

Audio-Technica's ATH-M20 dynamic stereo headphones low-profile, closed-back design provides isolation in high-volume listening situations. Features include: 40 mm drivers, each with a neodymium magnet structure; lightweight, adjustable cushioned headband; gold-plated stereo 1/8" (3.5 mm) connector with strain relief and snap-on ¼" (6.3 mm) adapter; ultra-flexible 10" coiled cable with single-side exit. 

Closed-back dynamic stereo headphones deliver exceptional clarity

Rich bass response with extended high end

40 mm drivers with neodymium magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils

Circumaural design ensures superior isolation

Adjustable cushioned headband and lightweight design for maximum comfort

1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo connector and snap-on 1/4" (6.3 mm) adapter

Ultra-flexible 10' coiled cable with left-side entry

SPECIFICATIONS 
Type Closed-back dynamic
Driver Diameter 40 mm
Magnet Neodymium
Voice Coil Copper-clad aluminum wire
Frequency Response 30 - 20,000 Hz
Maximum Input Power 1,200 mW at 1 kHz
Sensitivity 98 dB
Impedance 40 ohms
Weight 7.1 oz (230 g) without cable
Cable 10' (3.0 m), coiled, left-side exit
Connector 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug, snap-on 1/4" (6.3 mm) adapter

 

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Good build quality, comfortable, good isolation.
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Very good budget monitor phones. Clear detailed sound without heavy bassy interference. Good general monitoring cans.
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Has been with me for at least 3 years now;
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very comfy, tho pleather falls apart and cotton inner layer is now in contact
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The foam padding degraded fairly quickly in the tropical Singaporean climate but replacements were obtainable for $10SG
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Awful sound! Huge bass boost that swamps the minimal mid and non descript treble frequencies
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somewhat low volume
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This report was started February 23, 2006 at 5:07 pm by santi
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1.  avatar brickyard_871 said:

you may consider the ath-m30's as well. i own a pair of the m30's and love them.
Mar 15, 2007 4:00am
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sealow08

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March 3, 2009
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Pros

  • Good build quality, comfortable, good isolation.
  • Very good budget monitor phones. Clear detailed sound without heavy bassy interference. Good general monitoring cans.

Cons

  • The foam padding degraded fairly quickly in the tropical Singaporean climate but replacements were obtainable for $10SG

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kaj

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May 26, 2009
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Pros

  • Has been with me for at least 3 years now;
  • very comfy, tho pleather falls apart and cotton inner layer is now in contact

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howiemarsh

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January 15, 2009
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  • Good build quality, comfortable, good isolation.

Cons

  • Awful sound! Huge bass boost that swamps the minimal mid and non descript treble frequencies

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