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product_id: 694088970
title: "ATH-R70XA Open-Back Headphones"
brand: "audio-technica"
price: "S$687"
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reviews_count: 13
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# 199g featherlight design 3.0m detachable locking cable Handcrafted in Tokyo factory ATH-R70XA Open-Back Headphones

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** S$687
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your mix with the featherlight precision of Tokyo-crafted sound.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ATH-R70XA Open-Back Headphones by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** S$687 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/694088970-ath-r70xa-open-back-headphones)

## Best For

- audio-technica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audio-technica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Featherlight Comfort:** At just 199g, these headphones disappear during long studio sessions—comfort that keeps you focused.
- • **Pure Open-Back Clarity:** Experience unmatched transparency with zero internal resonance for crystal-clear mixes.
- • **Detachable Locking Cable:** 9.8 feet of L/R independent stereo cable ensures perfect orientation and hassle-free replacement.
- • **Extended Frequency Range:** Catch every subtle detail with a wide frequency response tailored for critical listening.
- • **Precision Japanese Craftsmanship:** Meticulously assembled and tested in Tokyo for flawless, reliable performance every time.

## Overview

The Audio-Technica ATH-R70XA are professional open-back reference headphones designed for engineers, producers, and musicians seeking ultimate accuracy and comfort. Weighing only 199g, they feature a fully open-back design that eliminates internal resonance for fast transient response and natural sound staging. Handcrafted in Japan, these headphones come with a unique 3.0m detachable locking cable with independent L/R signals, delivering precise stereo imaging and extended frequency response for critical audio monitoring and production.

## Description

The ATH-R70xa is Audio-Technica’s flagship pair of professional open-back reference headphones. This enhanced version of the ATH-R70x delivers the natural and balanced sound of its predecessor but with refined accuracy and detail, providing a heightened listening experience with precise imaging and depth. Fully open-back sound relies solely on the performance of the driver, with each diaphragm movement directly translating into sound – without reliance on acoustic cavities or resonance for frequency enhancement. While the ATH-R70x utilized damping and acoustic design for added low-frequency emphasis, the ATH-R70xa delivers pure sound directly from the transducer, offering an authentic open-back experience and minimizing distortion. This ensures accurate, natural sound with realistic sound staging. Made for critical listening, the ATH-R70xa headphones allow engineers to make the right decision at every step of the production process. With an extended frequency range, every detail of a mix is transparently reproduced. The unrestricted airflow and absence of internal resonance allows for an extremely quick transient response, ensuring the clarity and separation needed to handle complex contemporary mixes. These featherlight (199 g without the cable), fully open-back headphones feature streamlined construction and a new headband design, allowing the headphones to virtually disappear during use – perfect for long working sessions. The ATH-R70xa is handcrafted in our Machida facility. Each unit is meticulously assembled from components built in-house, then rigorously tested before leaving the factory. Whether mixing, mastering, or creating, the ATH-R70xa is the perfect production tool, delivering accurate and dependable reference across stereo, surround, and immersive formats.

Review: Great value ! - These cans are great for the money. Light weight, comfy and Oh what a soundstage.
Review: Reference monitors - Compared to HD600, 650 these stand out. Super light. Very gentle clamping power. Paired with hires signal deliver heavenly sound. Need a decent 4.4mm balanced cable to open up. Regardless of high impdendance are powered fine by portable DACs, Btr15, Hiby Fc4. Cons: very flimsy build, no balanced cable included, horrible manufacturer support, they could not confirm desertcart was authorized reseller.

## Features

- Professional open-back reference headphones provide the perfect balance of accuracy, transparency and comfort for discerning engineers, producers and musicians
- Fully open-back design allows unrestricted airflow to eliminate internal resonance and provide extremely quick transient response
- Japanese craftsmanship: Each pair of headphones is meticulously assembled from components built in-house, then rigorously tested before leaving our Tokyo factory
- Featherlight (199 g) design with streamlined, metal-reinforced construction, reimagined headband, and replaceable velour earpads deliver unmatched comfort for long working sessions
- Unique, dual-sided 3.0 m (9.8') detachable locking cable is L/R signal independent to ensure proper stereo orientation

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0DSMGPX3D |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #34,075 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #958 in Over-Ear Headphones |
| Cable Feature | Detachable |
| Color Name | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Music Production Equipment |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (89) |
| Date First Available | January 22, 2025 |
| Earpiece Shape | over_ear |
| Generation | 1st Generation |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Included Components | Cable |
| Input Device Interface | audio jack |
| Item Weight | 7 ounces |
| Item model number | ATH-R70xa |
| Manufacturer | Audio-Technica |
| Material | Metal |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Model Name | ATH-R70XA Open-Back Headphones |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 4 x 6.69 x 7.87 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Audio Monitoring, Recording, Studio |
| Sensitivity | 97 dB |
| Specific Uses For Product | Professional Audio Monitoring |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | No |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 470 Ohms

## Images

![ATH-R70XA Open-Back Headphones - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81iImqCactL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value !
*by M***E on December 16, 2025*

These cans are great for the money. Light weight, comfy and Oh what a soundstage.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reference monitors
*by D***N on October 30, 2025*

Compared to HD600, 650 these stand out. Super light. Very gentle clamping power. Paired with hires signal deliver heavenly sound. Need a decent 4.4mm balanced cable to open up. Regardless of high impdendance are powered fine by portable DACs, Btr15, Hiby Fc4. Cons: very flimsy build, no balanced cable included, horrible manufacturer support, they could not confirm Amazon was authorized reseller.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Endgame For Sure
*by M***H on April 15, 2025*

Coming from the X2HR I was expecting these to disappoint and not live up to the hype. However, the second I started listening to these through the Fiio K11 R2R DAC that I bought to power them (you need a DAC that can support the ohm requirement) the difference was so clear. I went back to the X2HR's using the same DAC, to see if it was that, it was not, it was the headphones. They truly sound incredible and change how you listen to sound. The X2HR's started sounding muddy and uncomfortable in comparison to these. Genuinely I almost don't want to recommend these because they'll ruin any other pair of headphones. I'm picking out details in sound that I never thought I would, like hands moving on strings and breaths in between verses. But it does all this without an uncomfortable crispness, instead everything flows and transitions smoothly. Every sound is distinct and wide because of the sound stage, but you don't lose anything as a trade. I will also the bass is better than I thought it would be. As far as comfort, I have medium to large ears, and am not that bothered that they don't perfectly fit my ears because the clamp pressure is so light that they really barely feel like they're on my head. One thing is the cable is aesthetically kinda gross so I replaced it with something prettier. Anyways 11/10 these are crazy good, I'd pay twice as much for these. My wife tried them and almost came to tears because of how crazy good it made her music sound.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-02*