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Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£880Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000
5.5/10

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

80%

5.5

Technical score

20%

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User score

▼Worse than 87% of headphones
5.6

Value for money

Value for money
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

▼Worse than 97%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

52%

6.2

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

▼Worse than 75%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £880
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

52%

6.2

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

5.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 73.4% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

70%

5.5

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

5.6
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
58 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 58 mm, larger driver size than 96.8% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
5 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 5 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 86.3% of headphones and equal to 10.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Audio-Technica
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
257 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 257 g, heavier than 65.2% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
open-back
Clamp force
3.3
Market range: <2.5 – >6.1
This pair of headphones has a clamp force of 3.3, lower clamp force than 74.9% of headphones.
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Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 18 mm larger driver size
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (58 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    58 mm vs 40 mm
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 25,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (45,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    45,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 1.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3 m vs 1.2 m
  • 1 lower clamp force
    This pair of headphones has a lower clamp force than the average pair of headphones (3.3 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    3.3 vs 4.3
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 1.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3 m vs 1.2 m
  • 1 lower clamp force
    This pair of headphones has a lower clamp force than the average pair of headphones (3.3 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    3.3 vs 4.3
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 18 mm larger driver size
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (58 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    58 mm vs 40 mm
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 25,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (45,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    45,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 16 dB higher max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a higher max SPL than the average pair of headphones (126 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    126 dB vs 110 dB
  • 8 newer release date
    This pair of headphones was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2024 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    October 2024
    2024 vs 2016
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 17.9% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (257 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    257 g vs 218 g
  • 9.78x more expensive
    Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£880 vs £90).
    £880 vs £90
  • 29.8% worse value for money
    Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (5.6 vs 7.3).
    5.6 vs 7.27
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 9.78x more expensive
    Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£880 vs £90).
    £880 vs £90
  • 29.8% worse value for money
    Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (5.6 vs 7.3).
    5.6 vs 7.27
  • 5.87x less popular
    Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 17.9% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (257 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    257 g vs 218 g
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 5 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000

  • Exceptionally lightweight design (257g) utilizing a magnesium alloy frame.
  • Outstanding vocal and instrumental clarity with excellent detail retrieval.
  • Expansive and wide open-back soundstage with highly precise imaging.
  • Very easy to drive compared to older flagships like the ADX5000.
  • Highly breathable and comfortable velour earpads suitable for long listening sessions.
  • Punchy, tight, and responsive bass articulation.

What customers don't like about Audio-Technica ATH ADX3000

  • Bright treble response that can feel harsh, splashy, or fatiguing for treble-sensitive listeners.
  • Noticeable initial headband clamping force, which can create pressure hotspots over time.
  • Uses Audio-Technica's proprietary A2DC cable connector, making third-party replacements harder to find.
  • The included stock rubber cable is prone to microphonic noise and feels somewhat cheap.
  • Provides virtually zero passive noise isolation and leaks a significant amount of audio due to the open-back mesh.
  • The bundled hard storage case is bulky and mostly plastic, making it impractical for travel.

Verdict

The Audio-Technica ATH-ADX3000 is a premium open-air dynamic headphone featuring massive 58 mm integrated driver units with tungsten-coated diaphragms and a Core Mount Technology design that optimizes airflow. Hand-assembled in Tokyo, these audiophile cans boast a wide frequency response of 5 to 45,000 Hz, an impedance of 50 ohms, and a sensitivity of 98 dB/mW, all while maintaining an incredibly lightweight magnesium alloy frame weighing just 257g. Its main characteristics include an exceptionally expansive soundstage, precise imaging, and a detailed, 'north-of-neutral' sound signature that excels in transparency and transient response. Main pros include its class-leading comfort for long sessions, lifelike tonality for vocals, and its relative ease to drive compared to other flagship models. However, notable cons include a bright treble peak that may be fatiguing for sensitive listeners, a lack of deep sub-bass punch typical of fully open designs, and the use of proprietary A2DC connectors which limits third-party cable options.

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