Audio Technica ATH-M30

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Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 761 reviews of Audio Technica ATH-M30. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Reviewers really like the usability and durability. The comfort and price are also appreciated, but views about the reliability and portability are different. There are some less positive reviews about the size.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Audio Technica ATH-M30 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of Audio Technica ATH-M30 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.co.uk. Comments about the usability and bass quality are generally positive. The comfort and design are also mentioned favorably. Opinions are divided on the price.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Audio Technica ATH-M30

alaTest has collected and analyzed 735 user reviews of Audio Technica ATH-M30 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.com. Reviews about the usability and durability are overall positive. The comfort and price also get good feedback, whereas there are some mixed views about the reliability and portability. There are some critical reviews about the size.

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94% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Audio-Technica ATH-M30 review

Audio-Technica makes a few popular full-size headphones, including the ATH-M30 reviewed here, that perform very well and offer excellent performance bang for the buck. The ATH-M30, which retails for around $60 online, isn't as ruggedly built as the...

The Audio-Technica ATH-M30 headphones offer good build quality and detailed, natural sound with good bass. They're also very comfortable and a bargain at around $60.

There's no integrated microphone for making cell phone calls; the extra-long cord makes the headphones less suitable for mobile use; don't fold-up like the ATH-M35; and the cord isn't detachable.

While they're not in the same league as the step-up ATH-M50 headphones, the Audio-Technica ATH-M30 set costs a lot less and offers impressive performance and decent build quality for the money.

May, 2012

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com.au)

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Audio-Technica ATH-M30

The ; offer good build quality and detailed, natural sound with good bass. They're also very comfortable and a bargain at around $60.

There's no integrated microphone for making cell phone calls; the extra-long cord makes the headphones less suitable for mobile use; don't fold-up like the ATH-M35; and the cord isn't detachable.

While they're not in the same league as the step-up ATH-M50 headphones, the Audio-Technica ATH-M30 set costs a lot less and offers impressive performance and decent build quality for the money.

May, 2012

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.co.uk)

Audio-Technica ATH-M30 review

The Audio-Technica ATH-M30 headphones offer good build quality and detailed, natural sound with good bass. They're also very comfortable and a bargain at around $60.

There's no integrated microphone for making cell phone calls; the extra-long cord makes the headphones less suitable for mobile use; don't fold-up like the ATH-M35; and the cord isn't detachable.

While they're not in the same league as the step-up ATH-M50 headphones, the Audio-Technica ATH-M30 set costs a lot less and offers impressive performance and decent build quality for the money.

May, 2012

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

"Amazing quality, great pair."

Great upgrade from my Skullcandy Hesh. Nice sounding bass, clear, crisp sound. Haven't quite burned them in yet, but they already sound great.

A little plain looking, long cord is not good for on the go use.

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review (cnet.com)

Amazing quality, great pair.

Great upgrade from my Skullcandy Hesh. Nice sounding bass, clear, crisp sound. Haven't quite burned them in yet, but they already sound great.

A little plain looking, long cord is not good for on the go use.

Jan, 2012

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Good Deal

These aren't audiophile headphones but they provide good clear sound. The overall quality is better than I expected at this price.

Good clear sound, there's a good seal around the ear-cups so outside noise is non-existent. Responded well to different EQ settings I threw at it. For the price, a very good product

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Aug, 2012

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Consumer review (viewpoints.com)

Audio-Technica - ATH-M30 sound good, but uncomortable ”

I am not an audiophile, but these headphones sound great, and perform well for being at the upper end of the low price range (or lower middle tier). I have headphones that cost three times as much, but occasionally I put these on since they just sound...

Mar, 2011

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Consumer review (viewpoints.com)

great headphones,very comfortable ”

I had a pair of Behringer headphones,I thought they were ok,then my dog chewed through the wire and I needed new Headphones,so I ordered the Audio Technica ATH-M30 they sound a lot better than the Behingers did.But also cost quite a bit more.But well...

Jul, 2010

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Consumer review (etronics.com)

Audio Technica ATH-M30 Closed-Back Dynamic Stereo Monitor Headphones

Google: "ATH-M30 reviews". The only thing I really hate is the squaking when movingI have them for 11 days, I think they sound really great, but...Pros:Good Sound, They are comfortable for 2 hours, They are looking goodCons:They are squeaking when the...

Aug, 2007

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