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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you prioritize value for money and basic functionality, the Audio Technica ATH M30X might be a better choice as they offer good sound quality with a closed-back design suitable for a range of listening environments. However, these are wired, lack modern features like wireless connectivity and active noise cancelling, and may not be ideal for exercise or travel due to their size and noise isolation qualities. Conversely, the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro headphones, while significantly more expensive, offer advanced features such as active noise cancelling, wireless and wired options, high sound quality, and unique AI technology to track focus and optimize mental health routines. They are also more suitable for a variety of uses including gaming, TV, calls, and meetings with better mic quality and low latency. For active noise-canceling and wireless freedom with added AI benefits, the MW75-Neuro would be the superior option if the budget allows. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audio Technica ATH M30X
The Audio Technica ATH M30X has no clear advantages over the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro.
Advantages of the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro
Very good for phone calls
Excellent for gaming
Excellent for TV and video
Very good for air travel
Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Gaming
6.6/10
9.3/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for gaming, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.3/10
8.8/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for phone calls, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.9/10
9.4/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair.
TV and Video
7.9/10
9.3/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for TV and video, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is good.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
8.3/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for noise reduction, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair.
Battery
N/A
32.0 Hours
The Audio Technica ATH M30X does not have a battery. The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has 32 hours of battery life.
Cost
$89
$649
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The Audio Technica ATH M30X has a price of $89 and the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro costs $649.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has very good build quality, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X has good build quality.
"The Audio-Technica ATH-M30x is a great choice for anybody that needs a decent set of over-ear studio monitors. While the frequency response is not totally spot on, it works for basically every situation reasonably well. The sound quality and reasonably good comfort promote its candidacy as a great pick for $69 USD."
Get a great deal on the Audio Technica ATH M30X or the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro
About Audio Technica
Audio Technica is a 60-year-old, Japan-based, professional audio equipment manufacturer. They started off making phonograph cartridges and have expanded their scope of products ever since to include extremely popular models of microphones and headphones. They have been the official audio equipment supplier of several editions of the Summer and Winter Olympics and every edition of the Grammy Awards since 1998.
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