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Updated January 10, 2024·
If sound quality is paramount, the 7hz Timeless earbuds offer a slightly better listening experience for music due to their planar drivers, which typically deliver more detailed audio. However, the Audio Technica ATH M30X headphones provide better sound isolation and can be considered more comfortable for extended listening sessions with their over-ear design. Both lack built-in microphones and controls, so neither is particularly suited for calls and meetings. The ATH M30X are more portable with their foldable design and less expensive, making them a good choice if you're on a budget and value convenience and good sound. If you have the budget for a premium product and prioritize audio fidelity for music, the Timeless would be the superior choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- Very good for music
Advantages of the Audio Technica ATH M30X
- Good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.6
7.6
The 7hz Timeless is very good for music, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X is good.
Noise Reduction
5.3
6.0
The Audio Technica ATH M30X is only fair for noise reduction, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Cost
$190
$69
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The 7hz Timeless has a price of $190 and the Audio Technica ATH M30X costs $69.
Build Quality
8.5
7.2
The 7hz Timeless has very good build quality, while the Audio Technica ATH M30X has good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
6.6
6.6
The 7hz Timeless and Audio Technica ATH M30X are both only fair for gaming.
Phone Calls
4.3
4.3
The Audio Technica ATH M30X and 7hz Timeless are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
6.9
The Audio Technica ATH M30X and 7hz Timeless are both only fair for podcasts and audiobooks.
TV and Video
7.8
7.9
The Audio Technica ATH M30X and 7hz Timeless are both good for TV and video.
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How the 7hz Timeless and the Audio Technica ATH M30X compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| 7hz Timeless | Audio Technica ATH M30X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$190 | $69 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | Audio Technica | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | January 1, 2014 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 4.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 6.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.3/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | N/A | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 220 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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7hz Timeless
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Headphonesty
Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | May 2023
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
Audio Technica ATH M30X
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Soundguys
Jasper Lastoria | August 2023
"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."
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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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