Audio-Technica ATH-W1000
A closed-back dynamic headphone with American cherry wood housing and a 53 mm OFC-7N voice coil driver
Overview
The Audio-Technica ATH-W1000 is a closed-back dynamic headphone. The housing is American cherry wood. The driver is 53 mm with an OFC-7N voice coil. Frequency response runs 5 Hz to 45,000 Hz, sensitivity is 100 dB and impedance is 40 ohms. A CNET reviewer called the sound "superb," noting its transparency, stunning detail, and a bright character that stays out of harsh territory.
Specifications
| Type | Closed-back dynamic |
| Housing | American cherry wood |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB |
| Frequency Response | 5 - 45,000 Hz |
| Maximum Input Power | 2,000 mW |
| Impedance | 40 ohms |
| Driver | 53 mm, with OFC-7N voice coil |
| Weight | 340 g (without cable) |
| Cable | 3.0 m / 9.8 ft, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo gold-plated plug |
Design
The housing is American cherry wood, which shapes both the looks and the structure. The OFC-7N voice coil is a high-purity copper element, intended to improve clarity and reduce distortion.
Context
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Market
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