Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9

alaTest has collected and analyzed 8 reviews from magazines and websites. Views about the build quality and design are generally positive. The noise isolation and comfort also get good opinions, but many are negative about the mids quality and portability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9

 

I've spent more time flying in the last year than I did over the previous five years combined. During all that time in the air, I've come to notice that a new sort of passenger profile has emerged: The noise-cancelling headphone wearer. These are...

Excellent sound, with or without noise cancelling ; Very comfortable ; Stylish storage case packed with all the right accessories ; Highly effective noise cancellation available in three levels

AAA battery life is short-lived ; Slightly forward upper midrange when noise-cancelling not needed ; Headphone cable smaller than we’d like ; Single-button control

Audio-Technica proves, once again, that its expertise in professional audio lends itself well to excellent headphone design.

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Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9

 

Although I don't have experience with a lot of headphones, the sound quality of these are amazing. Works well outputting from a laptop. I haven't used it with my iphone yet. Comes with a nice bag and the plugs are high quality. I'm a little weary about...

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Amazon review summary for the Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of the Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.com.

100% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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brand new. i love them, been shopping for NC for some time..

 

These along with the SENNHEISER 450 NoiseGard came out the same day in Chicago (5-15-12) so i had them side by side. Long and short of it: The Audio Technica ATH ANC9 (Noise Cancelling) was more powerful and clear, NC qualities were excellent, and I...

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brand new. i love them, been shopping for NC for some time..

 

These along with the SENNHEISER 450 NoiseGard came out the same day in Chicago (5-15-12) so i had them side by side.

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Audio Technica ATH-ANC9

 

The ANC9s sound great, and even better when noise cancelling is active. Memory foam creates a comfortable fit, but it's just a shame that you need to keep AAA batteries handy to get the most of out them.

Excellent, even-handed sound ; Great noise cancelling ; Generous sale pack

Non-rechargeable battery

The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9s are a great-sounding pair of noise-cancelling headphones, but you'll have to keep a packet of AAA batteries handy if you want to get the most out of them. This will gall some music lovers, especially when Audio-Technica is...

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Review: Audio-Technica ATH-ANC9 QuietPoint

 

The latest noise-canceling headphones from the Japanese company sports a familiar design but comes with three environment-specific modes and a down-to-earth price.

Three noise-canceling modes; generally pleasing sound quality; plays without batteries; great build quality; reasonably priced in Singapore

Some types of music sound a little dry and flat; most aggressive noise-canceling mode can uncomfortable; thin headband and heavy earcups aren't the best combination

Audio-Technica has created a compelling pair of over-the-ear noise-cancelers in the ATH-ANC9. It sounds good across many genres of music, plays without a battery and feels like it should last a while, too. With a S$358 price tag in Singapore (they have...

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