Audio-Technica ATH-R70XA Pro Open Back Reference Headphones

The Audio-Technica ATH-R70xa are flagship professional open-back reference headphones, designed to give engineers, producers and discerning listeners an ultra-accurate window into their sound. Building on the much-loved ATH-R70x, this enhanced model delivers even greater precision, depth and imaging, with an effortlessly natural presentation that makes critical decisions feel intuitive.

With a fully open-back design, featherlight 199 g construction and handcrafted Japanese build quality, the ATH-R70xa are made for long, focused sessions in the studio. From mixing and mastering to immersive sound design, they provide a dependable, transparent reference that lets you hear exactly what is in your mix, without hype or fatigue.

Flagship Open-Back Reference Sound

The ATH-R70xa take the balanced, natural voicing of the original ATH-R70x and refine it further for even more accuracy and detail. By relying purely on the performance of the driver rather than acoustic cavities or artificial resonance, these headphones deliver an authentic open-back experience with minimal distortion. The result is a realistic soundstage with precise imaging, making it easier to place elements in a mix and judge depth, width and space with confidence.

Pure, Uncoloured Transient Response

With unrestricted airflow through the fully open-back housings, the ATH-R70xa avoid internal resonances that can smear transients or cloud the midrange. The diaphragms respond with impressive speed, so even dense, contemporary productions remain clear and intelligible. From tight low-end transients to delicate high-frequency detail, every nuance is presented cleanly, helping you to fine-tune compression, EQ and effects without second-guessing your choices.

Featherlight Comfort for Long Sessions

At just 199 g (without cable), the ATH-R70xa are exceptionally light for a full-size reference headphone. A streamlined, metal-reinforced frame and reimagined headband design distribute weight evenly, allowing the headphones to almost disappear on your head. Soft, replaceable velour earpads complete the package, providing a secure yet gentle fit that stays comfortable throughout extended tracking, mixing or mastering sessions.

Handcrafted Japanese Precision

Each pair of ATH-R70xa is meticulously assembled in Audio-Technica’s Machida facility from components built in-house, then rigorously tested before leaving the factory. This attention to detail ensures consistent performance from unit to unit, so you can rely on them as a trustworthy reference across stereo, surround and immersive formats. Whether you are working in a high-end studio or a compact project space, they deliver the same dependable, repeatable results every time you put them on.

• Professional Open-Back Reference Design - Fully open-back construction provides a natural, spacious soundstage with accurate imaging, ideal for critical mixing and mastering where translation and precision are essential.
• Extended 5 to 40,000 Hz Frequency Response - The wide frequency range ensures every detail of your audio is reproduced transparently, from sub-bass information to air and sparkle, helping you make confident tonal and balance decisions.
• Featherlight 199 g Comfort - Ultra-lightweight, metal-reinforced construction with a redesigned headband and velour earpads keeps fatigue to a minimum, allowing you to stay focused and comfortable during long production sessions.
• Handcrafted Japanese Build with Detachable Cable - Assembled and tested in Japan for consistent, high-level performance, with a unique dual-sided 3.0 m detachable locking cable that maintains correct stereo orientation and integrates easily into professional studio setups.

General

• Product: Audio-Technica ATH-R70xa
• Type: Professional open-back reference headphones

Drivers

• Driver Diameter: 45 mm
• Maximum Input Power: 1,000 mW
• Sensitivity: 97 dB/mW
• Frequency Response: 5 to 40,000 Hz

Design

• Enclosure: Fully open-back
• Construction: Carbon composite resin for improved structural rigidity
• Headband: Reimagined, streamlined design with metal reinforcement
• Earpads: Replaceable velour earpads
• Weight: 199 g (without cable)

Cable and Accessories

• Cable Type: Dual-sided detachable locking cable
• Cable Length: 3.0 m (9.8')
• Connection: Includes 6.3 mm (1/4") adapter
• Carrying Pouch: Included