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68/ 100
Good
HearWiki score
Pricey for what it is
$2,000
typical price, USD
Still sold newupdated 
At a glance
- Brand
- Audio-Technica
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- closed
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- -
- Released
- 2019
Score breakdowngood overall
Sound8.2
Value5.1
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Audio-Technica AWKT is a premium closed-back over-ear headphone featuring 53 mm dynamic drivers housed in dense kokutan wood cups, delivering a refined and detailed sound signature. It is designed to be relatively easy to drive thanks to its 48-ohm impedance and 102 dB sensitivity, while the included balanced and unbalanced cables add flexibility. With a solid build and moderate passive isolation, it targets audiophiles seeking a high-end wired listening experience.
What works
- Detailed, refined sound with strong technical performance
- Easy to drive despite high-end positioning
- Premium build with dense kokutan wood cups
- Includes both balanced and unbalanced cables
- Comfortable fit despite the weight
What doesn't
- Heavy at 405 g, which may cause fatigue over long sessions
- Closed-back design limits soundstage compared to open models
- High price point limits accessibility
- Requires quality source gear to fully shine
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 53 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 53 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 5 Hz - 45 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 53 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 53 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 5 Hz - 45 kHz |
| Impedance | 48 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB/mW |
Design
| Weight | 405 g |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 6.35 mm |
| Balanced connection | Yes |
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1:15:10Audio-Technica AWKT vs Denon D9200 unboxing + comparison - flagship Japanese wooden closed backs!
The reviewer unboxes and compares the Audio-Technica AWKT with the Denon D9200, praising the AWKT's craftsmanship, wood cups, and included balanced cables. He notes that Audio-Technica lacks a consistent house sound, making the AWKT's tuning unpredictable, but he is excited to test it. The video is primarily an unboxing and initial impressions rather than a full sound review.
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