Master & Dynamic MW60 Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£260
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 16 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Master & Dynamic MW60 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.7

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%

4.7

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Poor
4.7

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%

5.2

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

5.9

Design

8.0%

4.5

Connectivity

6.0%

3.9

Battery

4.0%

7.1

Calls & Controls

Poor
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 4.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.1

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    2.4

    Battery life

  • 2.8
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    2.4

    Battery life

    18.0%

    2.1

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.5
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    2.4

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 3.2
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    2.1

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    2.4

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Master & Dynamic MW60 is a premium wireless over-ear headphone featuring custom 45mm neodymium drivers, a 5-25,000 Hz frequency response, and 32-ohm impedance. It is characterized by its high-end industrial design, utilizing grain cowhide leather, lambskin-wrapped memory foam ear pads, and stainless steel foldable hinges. Key pros include an exceptionally wide Bluetooth 4.1 range (up to 4x the industry average) powered by an external aluminum antenna, 16-hour battery life, and a rich, balanced sound signature with aptX support. Main cons include a relatively high price point, a heavy build weighing 345g, the use of outdated Micro-USB charging, and the lack of active noise cancellation.

Technical Specifications of Master & Dynamic MW60

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%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

4.7
Master & Dynamic MW60 has a technical score of 4.68 points, which is lower than that of 61.7% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Master & Dynamic MW60 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% 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%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

6.0
Master & Dynamic MW60 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6 points, which is lower than 82.8% 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
Master & Dynamic MW60 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

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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

45 mm
Master & Dynamic MW60 uses a driver size of 45 mm, larger driver size than 83.6% of headphones and equal to 2.4% 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
Master & Dynamic MW60 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

5 Hz
Master & Dynamic MW60 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
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

yes
Master & Dynamic MW60 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% 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
Master & Dynamic MW60 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

1
Master & Dynamic MW60 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% 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
Master & Dynamic MW60 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

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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

wireless
Master & Dynamic MW60 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
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

4.1
Master & Dynamic MW60 uses Bluetooth version 4.1, newer Bluetooth version than 62.2% of headphones and equal to 5.3% of headphones.
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

50 m
Master & Dynamic MW60 offers a Bluetooth range of 50 m, higher Bluetooth range than 97.3% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
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

200 ms
Master & Dynamic MW60 has audio latency of 200 ms, higher audio latency than 72% of headphones and equal to 13.9% of headphones.
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

yes
Master & Dynamic MW60 supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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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
Master & Dynamic MW60 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

no
Master & Dynamic MW60 does not work with a companion app. 44.4% of headphones support companion apps.
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

yes
Master & Dynamic MW60 supports voice assistants. 39.2% 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

16 hours
Master & Dynamic MW60 offers battery life of 16 hours, lower battery life than 77.3% of headphones and equal to 2.4% of headphones.
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

3 hours
Master & Dynamic MW60 needs 3 hours to charge, higher charging time than 66% of headphones and equal to 21.3% of headphones.
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

no
Master & Dynamic MW60 does not support quick charging. 69.1% of headphones support quick charge.
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

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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

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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

345 g
Master & Dynamic MW60 weighs 345 g, heavier than 90.8% of headphones and equal to 0.1% 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

6.5
Master & Dynamic MW60 has a clamp force of 6.5, higher clamp force than 92.5% of headphones and equal to 0.4% of headphones.
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Master & Dynamic MW60 vs the average headphone

  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 5 mm larger driver size
    Master & Dynamic MW60 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (45 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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (45 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.45 mm vs 40 mm
  • More flexible connectivity
    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired 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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Master & Dynamic MW60 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Master & Dynamic MW60 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 40 m longer Bluetooth range
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (50 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
    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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (50 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.50 m vs 10 m
  • 22 mm more spacious earcup width
    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (65 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (65 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.65 mm vs 43 mm
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Master & Dynamic MW60 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%

    Master & Dynamic MW60 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 %
  • 22 mm more spacious earcup width
    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (65 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Foldable design
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 3 mm more spacious earcup height
    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (63 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 5 mm larger driver size
    Master & Dynamic MW60 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (45 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Master & Dynamic MW60 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 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (106 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 5,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • 40 m longer Bluetooth range
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (50 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
  • Clear call microphone
    Master & Dynamic MW60 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Master & Dynamic MW60 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 58.3% higher weight
    Master & Dynamic MW60 is heavier than the average headphone (345 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 2.2 higher clamp force
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (6.5 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 14 hours shorter battery life
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (16 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 72.5 ms higher audio latency
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (200 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • 58.3% higher weight
    Master & Dynamic MW60 is heavier than the average headphone (345 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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 is heavier than the average headphone (345 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.345 g vs 218 g
  • 1 hours longer charging time
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher charging time than the average headphone (3 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.3 hours vs 2 hours
  • 72.5 ms higher audio latency
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (200 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
    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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (200 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.200 ms vs 127.5 ms
  • 14 hours shorter battery life
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (16 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (16 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.16 hours vs 30 hours
  • 2.2 higher clamp force
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (6.5 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

    Master & Dynamic MW60 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (6.5 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.6.5 vs 4.3
  • 4.65x less popular
    Master & Dynamic MW60 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Master & Dynamic MW60 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • 2.89x more expensive
    Master & Dynamic MW60 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).
    Master & Dynamic MW60 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).£260 vs £90
  • 11.9% worse value for money
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.02 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.
    Master & Dynamic MW60 has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.02 vs 6.736).6.02 vs 6.74

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What customers like about Master & Dynamic MW60?

  • Premium build quality with stainless steel and genuine leather
  • Immersive and wide soundstage with rich, balanced audio
  • Excellent Bluetooth range thanks to the external aluminum antenna
  • Convenient, easily replaceable magnetic ear pads
  • Generous selection of luxury accessories and carrying cases
  • Solid battery life of up to 16 hours with optional passive wired playback

What customers dislike about Master & Dynamic MW60?

  • High premium retail price point
  • Heavy design that can cause hot spots or ear fatigue over extended wear
  • Thin headband lacks sufficient cushioning
  • Significant sound leakage at medium to high volumes
  • Lacks modern features like Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
  • Outdated micro-USB charging port instead of USB-C

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