ATH-ADX3000: Open-Air Dynamic Headphones

Modelled after the flagship ATH-ADX5000, the ATH-ADX3000 is designed to bring the natural open-air sound experience to a wider audience. Featuring 58 mm integrated driver units, this design integrates the diaphragm, voice coil, baffle, and magnet into a single unit, improving airflow and reducing sound distortion. The result is full-range audio with natural bass, pure mid and high frequencies, and a precise, realistic soundstage.

Key Features at a Glance

• Fully open-back design for natural bass and pure mid/high frequencies
• 58 mm integrated driver units with diaphragm, voice coil, baffle, and magnet combined to reduce unwanted vibration
• Core Mount Technology improves airflow and minimizes distortion
• Pure iron circuit for precise sound reproduction
• Tungsten-coated diaphragm for enhanced transient response
• Lightweight magnesium alloy frame for durability and comfort
• Hand-assembled in Machida, Tokyo, with rigorous testing
• Detachable 3.0 m (9.8') cable with A2DC connectors and 6.3 mm (1/4") gold-plated stereo plug
• Includes replaceable velour earpads and a specially designed hard carrying case

Lightweight Construction and Comfort

Weighing only 257 grams, these audiophile headphones are hand-assembled at our facility in Machida, Tokyo, and rigorously tested to ensure the highest quality. The replaceable velour earpads provide lasting comfort, while the detachable 3.0 m (9.8') cable with A2DC connectors and 6.3 mm gold-plated stereo plug ensures compatibility with various audio devices.

The Audio-Technica Difference

“Our engineers worked hard to achieve frequencies that are not easy to obtain with natural airflow. Our expertise in driver technology has influenced our approach to open-back headphones, enabling us to ensure the diaphragm moves with the purest motion. For example, with the ATH-ADX5000 we developed innovative technology that integrates the driver into the baffle, resulting in an optimal structure to improve airflow and full-range audio reproduction. This same technology is also employed in the ATH-ADX3000 headphones.”

— Hiromichi Ozawa, lead engineer for ADX headphones 

Open-Back Innovation

The fully open-back design of the ATH-ADX3000 allows unrestricted airflow, which helps produce natural bass without artificial resonance while maintaining clarity in mid and high frequencies. This design, along with the proprietary Core Mount Technology, ensures optimal positioning of the driver unit to improve airflow and reduce unnecessary distortion.

Japanese Craftsmanship and Precision

Each pair of ATH-ADX3000 headphones is meticulously assembled in-house at our Machida, Tokyo facility, with driver units utilizing pure iron circuits for precise sound reproduction. The tungsten-coated diaphragm enhances the transient response, offering improved audio accuracy.

Realistic Soundstage

Thanks to the honeycomb-punched housing design, side ventilation is blocked to prevent undesirable air pressure loss. This results in an authentic soundstage and imaging, providing listeners with an immersive audio experience.

A Sound Connection

Since 2015, Audio-Technica has used the specially designed A2DC (Audio Designed Detachable Coaxial) connector on all of our in-ear headphones and select over-ear headphones with detachable cables. But why did we develop this connector and what makes it perform better than existing connectors​ in audio applications?

Learn more about A2DC connections here

Upgrade to a balanced connection with the compatible Strauss & Wagner Leon cable

Comparison to Audio-Technica ATH-ADX5000

High Quality Audio for Everyone

Following the vision of Audio-Technica's founder, Hideo Matsushita – “high-quality audio for everyone” – they retooled our flagship ADX model to create the ATH-ADX3000, making the natural, Open-Air sound more accessible to all.

In The Box

• ATH-ADX3000
• Detachable A2DC (3.0 m (9.8’) / 6.3 mm (1/4”) gold-plated stereo plug) Cable
• Hard Carrying Case

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: Open air dynamic
• Driver: 58 mm
• Sensitivity: 98 dB/mW
• Frequency response: 5 to 45,000 Hz
• Maximum input power: 700 mW
• Impedance: 50 ohms
• Input jack: A2DC connector jack
• Weight (without cable): Approx. 257 g (9.1 oz)

FAQ

• What is the ATH-ADX3000?
  The ATH-ADX3000 is an open-air dynamic headphone designed for audiophiles, offering a natural sound experience with 58 mm integrated driver units for precise audio reproduction.

• How does the open-back design improve sound?
  The fully open-back design allows unrestricted airflow, reducing artificial resonance and enhancing natural bass, while maintaining clarity in mid and high frequencies.

• What are the key features of the ATH-ADX3000?
  Key features include 58 mm integrated driver units, Core Mount Technology for improved airflow, a pure iron circuit for accurate sound, and a lightweight magnesium alloy frame for comfort.

• What is Core Mount Technology?
  Core Mount Technology optimally positions the driver unit to improve airflow and reduce distortion, resulting in clearer and more natural sound.

• What materials are used in the construction?
  The ATH-ADX3000 features a lightweight magnesium alloy frame for durability, a tungsten-coated diaphragm for enhanced transient response, and replaceable velour earpads for comfort.

• Is the ATH-ADX3000 hand-assembled?
  Yes, each pair is meticulously hand-assembled and rigorously tested at Audio-Technica's facility in Machida, Tokyo to ensure the highest quality standards.

• What is included with the ATH-ADX3000?
  The headphones come with a detachable 3.0 m (9.8') cable featuring A2DC connectors and a 6.3 mm gold-plated stereo plug, along with a hard carrying case and replaceable velour earpads.

• What type of cable is included?
  The ATH-ADX3000 includes a detachable 3.0 m (9.8') cable with A2DC connectors and a 6.3 mm gold-plated stereo plug, providing compatibility with various audio equipment.

• What is the weight of the ATH-ADX3000?
  The headphones weigh approximately 257 grams (9.1 oz) without the cable, making them lightweight and comfortable for extended listening sessions.

• What is the frequency response of the ATH-ADX3000?
  The headphones offer a wide frequency response of 5 to 45,000 Hz, delivering high-resolution sound across all ranges.

About Audio-Technica

Building on Audio-Technica's passion for listening they have grown to design critically acclaimed headphones, turntables and microphones, remaining a family business and retaining the belief that high-quality audio should be accessible to all.

You can learn more about Audio-Technica's headphone history with our in-depth guide here