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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£110
  • Avg. price in US: ~$130
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 60 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Monoprice Monolith M1000anc review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.7

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%

7.7

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.7

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

8.7

Sound

20.0%

5.6

Features

10.0%

6.7

Design

8.0%

5.6

Connectivity

6.0%

8.6

Battery

4.0%

8.7

Calls & Controls

Very good
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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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 7.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    4.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 8.2
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    18.0%

    ?

    Weight

    16.0%

    4.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.8
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    4.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    14.0%

    4.0

    Companion app

  • 8.7
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    ?

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    16.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Monoprice Monolith M1000ANC is an over-ear Bluetooth 5.0 headphone featuring 40mm drivers, a 20Hz-20kHz frequency response, and hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) that reduces ambient sound by up to 35dB. Its standout characteristics include Dirac Virtuo spatial audio for an expanded soundstage and an exceptional battery life of up to 60 hours (40 hours with ANC enabled), supported by USB-C quick charging that provides 2 hours of playback from a 5-minute charge. Main pros include its comfortable memory foam earpads, fold-flat portable design, and intuitive touch controls with a dedicated transparency 'Conversation Mode.' However, reported cons include a relatively low maximum volume ceiling, a lack of a companion app for EQ customization, and a headband construction that some users find thin and potentially less durable over time.

Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Monoprice Monolith M1000anc

Technical Score

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 components:

52.0%

?

Sound

20.0%

?

Features

10.0%

?

Design

8.0%

?

Connectivity

6.0%

?

Battery

4.0%

?

Calls & Controls

7.7
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a technical score of 7.66 points, which is higher than that of 86.4% 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
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 73.4% 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%

7.7

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

8.3
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 86% 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

yes
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% 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: HIGH

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: HIGH

40 mm
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% 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
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and 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

20 Hz
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% 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: LOW

yes
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% 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: LOW

yes
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% 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
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% 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
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% 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: LOW

wireless
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% 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: LOW

Good value: >=5.0

5.0
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc uses Bluetooth version 5.0, newer Bluetooth version than 70.9% of headphones and equal to 13.1% 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

10 m
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% 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: MEDIUM

Good value: <60 ms

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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: LOW

no
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc does not support multipoint. 30.6% 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

yes
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports ambient sound mode. 75.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
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
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc does not support EQ customization. 23.2% 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
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc does not work with a companion app. 21.6% 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: HIGH

Good value: >=4

2
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers 2 adjustable ANC levels, more adjustable ANC levels than 93% of headphones and equal to 1.5% of headphones.
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
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc 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: LOW

Good value: >45 hours

60 hours
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers battery life of 60 hours, higher battery life than 79.1% of headphones and equal to 6.1% 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: LOW

Good value: >40 hours

40 hours
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers battery life with ANC of 40 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 61.5% of headphones and equal to 11% of headphones.
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: LOW

Good value: <=2 hours

2.5 hours
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc needs 2.5 hours to charge, higher charging time than 53% of headphones and equal to 13% 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: LOW

yes
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports quick charge. 67% 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: LOW

Good value: >=720 mAh

720 mAh
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a battery capacity of 720 mAh, higher battery capacity than 70.2% of headphones and equal to 1.2% of headphones.
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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: LOW

Monoprice
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: LOW

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

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <150 g

263 g
Monoprice Monolith M1000anc weighs 263 g, heavier than 68.1% of headphones and equal to 0.2% 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: LOW

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: LOW

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Monoprice Monolith M1000anc vs the average pair of headphones

  • Active noise cancellation
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support 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

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support 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: LOW

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (60 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: LOW

    Good value: >45 hours

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.60 hours vs 30 hours
  • Clear call microphone
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% 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: LOW

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 7 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (109 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

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (109 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.109 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Quick charge support
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support 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: LOW

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • Foldable design
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Water resistance
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports active noise cancellation, the average pair of headphones does not. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 7 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (109 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1% vs 0.3%). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3%.
  • 30 hours longer battery life
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher battery life than the average pair of headphones (60 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • Quick charge support
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • 10 hours longer ANC battery life
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher battery life with ANC than the average pair of headphones (40 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • USB-C charging
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc uses USB-C charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.5% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Play while charging
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a rechargeable battery, the average pair of headphones does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • 24.1% higher battery capacity
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher battery capacity than the average pair of headphones (720 mAh vs 580 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 580 mAh.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Multipoint connections
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports multipoint connections, while the average pair of headphones does not. 30.2% of headphones support multipoint connections.
  • Clear call microphone
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Sidetone support
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports sidetone, the average pair of headphones does not. 25.3% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • Ambient sound mode
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • 6 newer release date
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc was released more recently than the average pair of headphones (2022 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.

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Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 20.6% higher weight
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc is heavier than the average pair of headphones (263 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 6 mm tighter earcup height
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (54 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 25 dB lower max SPL
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (85 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • 0.5 hours longer charging time
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (2.5 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: LOW

    Good value: <=2 hours

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher charging time than the average pair of headphones (2.5 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.2.5 hours vs 2 hours
  • 20.6% higher weight
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc is heavier than the average pair of headphones (263 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: HIGH

    Good value: <150 g

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc is heavier than the average pair of headphones (263 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.263 g vs 218 g
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 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

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 6 mm tighter earcup height
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (54 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: LOW

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (54 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.54 mm vs 60 mm
  • 5.87x less popular
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).
    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.
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1.00 vs 5.869).1 vs 5.87
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No neodymium magnet
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% 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

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc does not use neodymium magnets, the average pair of headphones does. 81.9% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 25 dB lower max SPL
    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (85 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    What it is: Maximum safe sound pressure level
    When it matters: When high-volume headroom is part of your use case.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=116 dB

    Monoprice Monolith M1000anc has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (85 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.85 dB vs 110 dB
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Monoprice Monolith M1000anc?

  • Excellent battery life (up to 40 hours with ANC, 60 without)
  • Impressive Dirac Virtuo spatial audio for an immersive soundstage
  • Solid audio performance with clear highs and rich lows for the price
  • Effective physical ANC toggle switch (High/Low/Off) for easy mode switching
  • Convenient transparency/conversation mode activated by palming the earcup
  • Works in passive wired mode with included 3.5mm cable
  • Comfortable memory foam pads and lightweight design for long listening sessions

What customers dislike about Monoprice Monolith M1000anc?

  • Lower overall maximum volume compared to competitors
  • Inconsistent Bluetooth reconnection requires manual pairing often
  • Headband design feels slightly small or thin, raising durability concerns
  • No companion mobile app for EQ customization or firmware updates
  • ANC mode can significantly alter the sound signature (fuller bass)
  • Limited Bluetooth codec support (only SBC)
  • Touch gestures for play/pause can be hit-or-miss

Expert reviews

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cgmagonline.com
14/06/2022
Summary of the review
Monolith M1000ANC Review - CGMagazine
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audioholics.com
26/05/2022
Summary of the review
Monolith M1000ANC Review: Dirac Virtuo 3D-Sound in a Budget Bluetooth Headphone - Audioholics

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