Austrian Audio Hi X15 Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£90
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Austrian Audio Hi X15 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.9

Overall score

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 components:

80.0%

4.4

Technical Score

20.0%

6.9

User score

Poor
4.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

5.0

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.8

Design

8.0%

2.9

Connectivity

6.0%

3.7

Battery

4.0%

2.8

Calls & Controls

Poor
6.9

User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.0

User reviews

30.0%

4.4

Popularity

User score:
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Good
  • 2.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 1.1
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.3

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 2.7
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 3.4
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.3

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 is a professional closed-back, over-ear headphone featuring proprietary 44mm High Excursion (Hi-X) drivers, a 25-ohm low impedance for easy mobile use, and a wide frequency response of 12 Hz to 24 kHz. It is characterized by an analytical, transparent sound profile with detailed transients, housed in a robust, foldable design with all-metal hinges and slow-retention memory foam earpads. Main pros include exceptional build quality and comfort for its price point, alongside high-fidelity audio that is ideal for tracking and mixing. However, some users report a slightly aggressive upper-treble range that can be fatiguing, a proprietary 1.4m cable that may feel too short for studio use, and a somewhat scooped mid-range tonality.

Technical Specifications of Austrian Audio Hi X15

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

5.0

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.8

Design

8.0%

2.9

Connectivity

6.0%

3.7

Battery

4.0%

2.8

Calls & Controls

4.4
Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a technical score of 4.38 points, which is lower than that of 78.6% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.0

User reviews

30.0%

4.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.1
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3.8
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6.9
Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a user score of 6.89 points, which is lower than that of 80.5% of products in this category.
Popularity
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.
4.4
Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a popularity of 4.4 points, which is lower than 51.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

4.9

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.4
Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.4 points, which is lower than 65.9% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

44 mm
Austrian Audio Hi X15 uses a driver size of 44 mm, larger driver size than 82.8% of headphones and equal to 0.7% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Austrian Audio Hi X15 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

12 Hz
Austrian Audio Hi X15 reaches a lowest frequency of 12 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 65.1% of headphones and equal to 2% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Austrian Audio Hi X15 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

0
Austrian Audio Hi X15 has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 25.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A
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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wired
Austrian Audio Hi X15 supports wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

no
Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Austrian Audio
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

255 g
Austrian Audio Hi X15 weighs 255 g, heavier than 64.2% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

5.1
Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a clamp force of 5.1, higher clamp force than 70.9% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
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Austrian Audio Hi X15 vs the average headphone

  • 4 mm larger driver size
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (44 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
    When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (44 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.44 mm vs 40 mm
  • 6 Hz lower bass extension
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (12 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (12 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.12 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
    When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=1%

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • Foldable design
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 4,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.24000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 10 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (113 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    What it is: Output loudness level of the headphones, usually measured in dB. It helps compare how loud a model can play under similar conditions.
    When it matters: When you need a rough idea of how loud the headphones can get before you pair them with a weaker source.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=108 dB SPL

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (113 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.113 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • Foldable design
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 4 mm larger driver size
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (44 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 6 Hz lower bass extension
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (12 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
  • 4,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (24,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 10 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (113 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 17% higher weight
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 is heavier than the average headphone (255 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 0.8 higher clamp force
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.1 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • 13 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (89 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • No voice assistant support
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • No voice assistant support
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
    What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
    When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 13 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (89 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (89 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.89 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 17% higher weight
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 is heavier than the average headphone (255 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 is heavier than the average headphone (255 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.255 g vs 218 g
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
    When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
  • 0.8 higher clamp force
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.1 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
    When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.1 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.5.1 vs 4.3
  • No neodymium magnet
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
    What it is: Uses neodymium magnets for stronger, clearer sound
    When it matters: When driver construction details are part of how you compare sound hardware.

    Importance: LOW

    Austrian Audio Hi X15 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 16.1% lower user score
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.89 vs 8.000).
    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.
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.89 vs 8.000).6.89 vs 8
  • 5% worse value for money
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.42 vs 6.736).
    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.
    Austrian Audio Hi X15 has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.42 vs 6.736).6.42 vs 6.74

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Third-party reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Austrian Audio Hi X15?

  • Excellent value for money, often described as punching above its weight class
  • High level of clarity and transparency for an affordable price
  • Robust build quality featuring metal hinges and critical structural parts
  • Very comfortable for long sessions due to slow-retention memory foam earpads
  • Compact and foldable design with a detachable cable for easy portability
  • Low impedance makes them easy to drive from smartphones or laptops without an external amp
  • Detailed soundstage that is impressive for a closed-back design

What customers dislike about Austrian Audio Hi X15?

  • Treble can be bright or aggressive, which may cause ear fatigue for some users
  • Included 1.4m cable is considered too short for many studio or home setups
  • Sub-bass and lower mids may feel lean or 'scooped' to listeners preferring a warmer sound
  • Uses a proprietary 2.5mm twist-lock connector, making third-party cable replacements difficult
  • Requires a significant break-in period before reaching optimal sound performance
  • Earpads can trap heat over extended periods of use
  • Lack of in-line smartphone controls on the cable

Expert reviews

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musicradar.com
25/07/2022

The MusicRadar review highlights the Austrian Audio Hi-X15Go as a highly capable and visually striking pair of closed-back studio headphones priced at an affordable £89. Weighing just 255 grams, they offer an incredibly compact and lightweight design that folds flat or rotates inward for easy transport in the included travel bag. Key pros identified by the reviewer include their...Read more

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whathifi.com
16/10/2025

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 is an exceptional pair of wired, closed-back over-ear headphones that deliver premium, mature sound quality at an affordable budget price. Built by ex-AKG employees, these headphones feature a durable design with matte plastic arms, comfortable memory foam earpads, and proper metal hinges that allow them to fold away easily into a supplied carry pouch. They...Read more

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musictech.com
07/09/2021

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 and Hi-X25BT are budget-friendly, closed-back, over-ear studio headphones designed by former AKG staff that offer professional-grade monitoring performance at highly accessible prices. Built with high-end High Excursion Driver Technology, durable all-metal hinges, and comfortable slow-retention memory foam earpads, both foldable models deliver identical,...Read more

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soundonsound.com
15/11/2021

The Sound On Sound review concludes that the Austrian Audio Hi-X15Go headphones are a highly capable and budget-friendly choice, effectively bringing the brand's proprietary "high excursion" driver technology to the mass market. On the positive side, reviewer Sam Inglis praises their durable build, lightweight design (which is 50g lighter than the Hi-X50s), and a comfortable,...Read more

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headfonics.com
15/12/2021

The Headfonics review of the Austrian Audio Hi-X15Go and Hi-X25BTGo highlights these closed-back, entry-level headphones for their durable, folding build, high-comfort memory foam pads, and 44mm High Excursion drivers. Pros include detailed, fast, and energetic sound with crisp treble, alongside the Hi-X25BT's versatile Bluetooth/USB-C/3.5mm hybrid connectivity. Cons focus on a very...Read more

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t3.com
09/07/2022

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 is a pair of affordable, wired, closed-back over-ear headphones that delivers exceptional value, scoring a T3 Platinum Award. Engineered by a team of ex-AKG employees in Vienna, these headphones feature 44mm full-range drivers that provide an analytical, highly detailed, and spacious soundstage. The main sonic pros include an open and well-organized musical...Read more

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proaudio.de
07/09/2021

The primary pros of these headphones include an impressive performance-to-price ratio, strong passive isolation, and an uncolored Bluetooth playback that avoids consumer-oriented equalizer adjustments. On the cons side, their closed-back architecture creates a tighter, more direct soundstage with less external localization compared to open-back alternatives, making them less ideal...Read more

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kopfbox.de
24/09/2021

The Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT and Hi-X15 are closed-back over-ear headphones that deliver an exceptionally clean, balanced, and studio-neutral sound signature, avoiding the typical heavy bass-boost found in consumer headphones. Utilizing proprietary "Hi-X" (High-Excursion) driver technology inherited from the brand's higher-end models, both headphones offer punchy bass, natural...Read more

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looprituals.de
17/03/2022

Austrian Audio's Hi-X15 and Hi-X25BT over-ear headphones deliver highly satisfying sound quality, exceptional comfort, and robust construction at an entry-level price point. The review praises their durable design, highlighted by robust metal hinges and structural components, as well as a fully repairable, screwed-together build. For long studio sessions, the 44 mm High Excursion...Read more

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hifi.de
19/04/2022

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 is a budget-friendly, closed-back studio headphone priced under €100 that aims to deliver the brand's signature sound quality at an accessible price point. Despite being manufactured in China rather than Vienna like its premium siblings, it boasts outstanding build quality with a solid metal headband and ear cup brackets. It scores high on comfort thanks to...Read more

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miniklangwunder.de
21/11/2021

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15Go and Hi-X25BTGo closed-back over-ear headphones deliver an identical, impressive sound signature across wired, digital, and wireless connections, establishing a new standard for budget audio quality. The core pros include their dynamic bass performance, which emphasizes sub-bass and a punch at 80Hz without creating an overbearing or muddy sound....Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
08/12/2021

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 is a budget-friendly, closed-back, over-ear headphone designed to bring the brand's proprietary 44mm "High Excursion" driver technology to an affordable everyday audience. In terms of advantages, the review praises its high-quality, robust build featuring a 90-degree swivelling and folding design that makes it highly portable. Comfort is a standout feature,...Read more

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bonedo.de
24/08/2021

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 and Hi-X25BT are budget-friendly, closed-back, over-ear headphones featuring 44mm high-excursion drivers and a low impedance of 25 Ohms, making them highly compatible with standard mobile devices. Built in China to lower production costs, both models feature a highly comfortable fit, memory foam padding, and a foldable design for easy transport....Read more

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pocketmags.com
Avril 2023

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 is a talented and highly affordable pair of wired, over-ear headphones that serves as the budget offering in the company’s range, sitting below the more expensive five-star rated Hi-X50 and Hi-X55 models. Priced at £99, these headphones defy their lower price point by looking and feeling anything but cheap. The overall design and premium finish easily put...Read more

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thomann.fr
01/07/2026

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 is a closed-back, over-ear studio headphone available for €99, designed specifically for monitoring, tracking instruments, and vocal recordings. According to customer feedback, the headphones deliver a neutral, well-balanced sound profile that lacks artificial bass boosts, making them ideal for standard studio environments. Users highlight several...Read more

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pocketmags.com
Aprile 2023

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 is highlighted as a highly talented and affordable entry-level option in the brand's wired headphone range, priced at a budget-friendly £99. The pros of these closed-back over-ears include an exceptional build and finish that shames plasticky rivals by utilizing proper metal hinges that allow them to fold away neatly and effortlessly. Sonically, they excel...Read more

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