Question 1

How do these differ to the ATH M40x in terms of sound? Is there a lot of difference?

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From having listened to both models of the AT headphones you are referring, I can honestly say, that it is completely a matter of opinion and dependent on what it is that you want from the headphones. The ATH-M40x's are designed and tuned to have a completely flat frequency response for accurate audio monitoring across an extended frequency range, making them ideal for any studio scenario and they are built incredibly well. Both headphones are rugged and offer good sound isolation and the M30x's do do a great job here.The obvious point to make is that there is a difference in price and as with most AT products, the higher the price, the better the product. The M40x's are built better, have a flatter frequency response and all round are a better pair of headphones, however, coming back to my first point, it is all a matter of opinion. I cannot say to you really that the M40x's are better than the M30x's, as it does all depend on taste and you may well find that you prefer one to the other after listening to them.If you are serious about getting these headphones, then I would recommend finding a local retailer near you and actually going to try them out, it would be well worth it. I did, when I bought my AT headphones and it certainly helped me in making the right decision.I hope this helps.Ben Jessen

Question 2

Do these leak a lot and would they be suitable for buses, planes etc?

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No, they don't leak sound. Suitable anywhere. I use daily on the train with maximum volume sometimes and no sound leaks out.

Question 3

How do these compare to the M20X in terms of sound quality? I don't mind about accuracy so much as a nice sound with some good bass

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I've never tried the M20X to give a comparison. Regarding the M30X: I bought them to act as a back up pair of headphones in my home studio originally, but they have since become my first choice for mixing. I find that stereo separation and placing of instruments across the mix to be highly accurate. Bass response is also impressive; sounding more accurate to the tonal quality of the instruments and not over powered. Build quality also impressed me, the lead is a decent length and allows freedom of movement while recording, the connection between cable and jack-plug is strong and the quality of plastics is high considering the price range. Hope that answered your question.

Question 4

Are these headphones easy to drive?

Accepted Answer

Not a problem with a smartphone. They aren't high impedance if that is your concern and you will not require an additional external power amp.

ASIN	B00HVLUQW8
Age Range Description	Adult
Antenna Location	Recording
Audio Driver Size	40 Millimetres
Audio Driver Type	Dynamic Driver
Battery Average Life	12 Hours
Battery Charge Time	12 Hours
Best Sellers Rank	667 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 9 in Studio Headphones
Box Contents	Cable, Protective Case
Brand	Audio-Technica
Brand Name	Audio-Technica
Cable Features	Retractable
Carrying Case Color	Black
Carrying Case Material	Aluminum
Carrying Case Weight	7.8 Ounces
Colour	Black
Compatible Devices	Desktops, Laptops, Music Production Equipment
Control Method	Touch
Control Type	Noise Control
Controller Type	Wired
Country of Origin	Taiwan
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 12,299 Reviews
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	3 Years
Ear placement	Over Ear
Earpiece Shape	Rounded tip
Enclosure Material	Aluminium
External Testing Certification	Não aplicavel
Form factor	Over Ear
Frequency Range	20 Hz - 22,000 Hz
Frequency Response	22 Hz
Global Trade Identification Number	00042005183524, 04961310125417
Headphone Form Factor	Over Ear
Headphone Jack	3.5 mm Jack
Headphones Ear Placement	Over Ear
Impedance	38 Ohms
Is Autographed	No
Item Weight	0.22 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Audio-Technica
Model Name	M30x
Model Number	ATH-M30x
Network Connectivity Technology	Wired
Noise Control	Passive Noise Cancellation
Noise control	Passive Noise Cancellation
Number of Items	1
Number of Power Levels	1
Product Features	Foldable
Sensitivity	96 dB
Series Number	30
Specific Uses For Product	Recording
Style Name	Studio M30X Monitor Headphones
Subject Character	no character
Theme	Audio
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant
Wireless Technology Type	Bluetooth

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