Technics EAH-AZ80

33 reviews

Dec, 2025

Positive
sound (33)
comfort (19)
noise isolation (15)
design (9)
durability (8)

Negative
price (7)
treble quality (1)
size (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 33 reviews of Technics EAH-AZ80. The average rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. Reviewers really like the durability and design. The noise isolation and comfort are also mentioned favorably. There are some critical opinions about the treble quality and size, while the bass quality and portability get mixed comments.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Technics EAH-AZ80 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 94/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Chris Welch 8 8 8 8 8 8 (theverge.com)

Technics’ AZ80 earbuds have superb sound and one truly unique feature

The Technics EAH-AZ80 earbuds cost $300 and offer sound quality and unique features that justify their premium price. Watch out, Sony, Apple, and Bose.

Dropping $300 on a pair of earbuds is no small investment. But if you’re looking for something off the beaten path and aren’t feeling enticed by the big-name brands, Technics has produced a worthy set of flagship buds with the EAH-AZ80. They sound...

Aug, 2023

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Technics EAH-AZ80 Review

The true wireless Technics EAH-AZ80 earphones offer pleasing sound, good noise cancellation, and excellent codec support, though they don't quite outmatch similarly priced competitors.

May, 2023

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Expert review by (laptopmag.com)

Technics EAH-AZ80 earbuds review: Audio and ANC like it was meant to be

Stunning audio, fantastic ANC, and a great fit could make the Technics EAH-AZ80s the best earbuds of 2023

High-end design throughout ; Powerful thumpy bass ; High-quality audio ; Fantastic ANC ; Good battery life ; Excellent free app

Pricey at $299

The Technics EAH-AZ80 wireless earbuds produce a stunning audio experience featuring fantastic ANC, the ability to connect to three devices and a great app.

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Adam Doud (slashgear.com)

Technics EAH-AZ80 Review: Premium ANC Earbuds With A Price To Match - SlashGear

Technics EAH-AZ80 wireless ANC earbuds will cost you $300 -- what could a pair of audio devices this tiny have to offer that's worth that amount of cash?

Great sound ; Outstanding ANC ; Great (and adjustable) transparency ; Completely customizable controls

Expensive ; Battery life could be better

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Christopher Steward (rtings.com)

Technics EAH-AZ80: Lab Tested - RTINGS.com

The Technics AZ80 are great for travel use. Their lightweight, portable design is ideal for traveling, and their sturdy build quality and solid charging case mean you don't need to worry about damaging them in transit. They're comfortable enough for...

Can connect with up to three devices via bluetooth, great noise isolation performance across the frequency range, well-built with an ipx4 rating for the buds themselves, comfortable and stable in-ear fit

High latency with both sbc and ldac

May, 2024

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Expert review by : Shahrain K M (geekspin.co)

Technics EAH-AZ80 review: ANC earbuds that rival Sony's WF-1000XM4

Technics EAH-AZ80 review: A great-sounding pair of true wireless earbuds that offer a comfortable fit, good noise isolation, and a wide soundstage. Technics EAH-AZ80 reviewBottom LineTechnics' sleek and comfortable EAH-AZ80 buds challenge Sony's...

The Technics Audio Connect app adds a lot of customization and personalization with a great UI ; IPX4 water resistance ; Wireless charging ; Exceptional audio quality ; Good noise reduction for the microphone ; 7 Ear tip options included ; 3-device...

Active Noise Cancellation is lighter than the competition ; The Technics Audio Connect app is slow to connect

Technics' sleek and comfortable EAH-AZ80 buds challenge Sony's dominance, offering exceptional sound quality with excellent personalization.

Jul, 2023

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Expert review by : Chester Tan (musicphotolife.com)

Technics EAH-AZ80 Review: Best True Wireless Earbuds in 2023

The Technics AZ80 is my favourite true wireless earbuds in 2023! Read to find out what makes it better than Sony WF-1000XM5

My experience with the Technics AZ80 tells me that it is a remarkable true wireless earbuds built upon years of experience in the previous models. Most of the features have existed in earlier models and even the newer mid-range models. With a retail...

Oct, 2023

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Expert review by : Justin Breckenridge (hometheaterreview.com)

Technics EAH-AZ80 Bluetooth Earbuds Review: Flagship Audio Performance to Elevate Your Listening Experience Technics EAH-AZ80 Bluetooth Earbuds Review

The Technics EAH-AZ80s have staked their claim at the top of the mountain.

Exceptional audio performance; A strong bass signature and overall bright and balanced sound. ; Class-leading active noise-cancellation. ; Upscale design in both the earbuds themselves and the case. ; Strong and versatile customization features. ; LDAC...

High cost investment. ; Complicated controls that led to occasional misinputs.

Aug, 2023

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Expert review by (androidcentral.com)

Technics EAH-AZ80 review: So close to upstaging everyone

If you're not familiar with Technics, you should be because the EAH-AZ80 are among the best wireless earbuds you can plug into your ears. These earbuds are good enough to take on the best.

Jul, 2023

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Expert review by : Antoine Engels (androidpit.com)

Technics EAH-AZ80 review: Not Your Average ANC Wireless Headphones

I reviewed the Technics EAH-AZ80, wireless headphones with ANC that retails for $299. Read my honest review and find out what makes it tick.

Excellent audio quality with a balanced sound signature ; Excellent battery life ; Comprehensive application ; Multipoint Bluetooth supported ; Wear detection ; IPX4 certified ; Wireless charging

Plain design ; Active Noise Cancellation can be improved ; Disappointing microphone quality ; Expensive

The Technics EAH-AZ80 is a very discreet pair of lesser-known but nonetheless very credible competitor to top-of-the-range models from Sony, Bose, Sennheiser, or Apple. Audio quality is much better in my opinion than the AirPods Pro 2 (review) ....

Jun, 2023

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