Audio Technica ATH-A1000Z

Art Monitor closed-back headphones in red aluminum with D.A.D.S. system for low frequencies

• Closed-back dynamic headphones from the Art Monitor series, featuring high-rigidity red aluminum ear cups
• Hand-assembled 53 mm drivers with OFC-7N copper voice coil wound on a support
• Pure iron yoke and top-mounted printed circuit board for freer airflow behind the diaphragm
• Magnesium alloy baffle to reduce resonance
• D.A.D.S. (Double Air Damping System) for controlled low-frequency response
• Frequency response from 2 to 43,000 Hz, impedance 44 ohms, and sensitivity 101 dB/mW
• 3D Wing headband and molded, stitched ear pads for comfort and isolation
• 3-meter OFC-6N copper cable with a gold-plated 3.5/6.3 mm dual-plug connector

The Audio-Technica ATH-A1000Z are closed-back dynamic headphones from the Art Monitor series, designed for home hi-fi listening and for those seeking detailed sound without sacrificing the isolation of closed-back headphones. The red aluminum ear cups, hand-assembled 53 mm drivers, and the D.A.D.S. system for the low end define their character: precise, controlled, and comfortable even during the longest listening sessions.

Hand-assembled 53 mm drivers with OFC-7N voice coil

The 53 mm drivers are hand-assembled and feature an OFC-7N copper voice coil wound on a support, paired with a pure iron yoke. The printed circuit board is mounted in a high position, allowing the air behind the diaphragm to flow more freely: the diaphragm moves with fewer obstructions, and the sound reproduction gains in clarity and detail, with a frequency response ranging from 2 to 43,000 Hz.

Aluminum ear cups and magnesium baffle

The high-rigidity aluminum ear cups and the magnesium alloy baffle work together to reduce structural resonances. In a closed-back headphone, this is a crucial factor: less vibration from the enclosure means a cleaner, less colored sound.

D.A.D.S. System for Controlled Low Frequencies

Audio-Technica’s D.A.D.S. (Double Air Damping System) controls the low-frequency range, making it extended and articulate without intruding on the midrange and treble. This provides a solid, well-defined foundation—a hallmark of the Art Monitor series.

3D Wing Headband and Isolating Ear Pads

The headband features the 3D Wing support, which rests on the head without tightening and distributes the 265 g weight evenly. The stitched, contoured ear pads ensure comfort and effective isolation from external noise.

44-ohm Hi-Fi Headphones for Portable Players and Dedicated Amplifiers

With an impedance of 44 ohms and a sensitivity of 101 dB/mW, the ATH-A1000Z can be driven by a portable player, but they truly reach their potential with a good headphone amplifier, which enhances their dynamics, control, and detail.

OFC-6N cable with dual-plug connector

The 3-meter fixed cable uses OFC-6N and OFC copper conductors and features a gold-plated dual-plug stereo connector (3.5 mm and 6.3 mm) for connecting to both portable devices and hi-fi equipment, as well as headphone amplifiers.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Audio-Technica
• Model: ATH-A1000Z
• Series: Art Monitor
• Headphone Type: Closed-back
• Driver Type: Dynamic
• Driver diameter: 53 mm, hand-assembled
• Voice coil: OFC-7N copper wound on a support
• Magnetic circuit: pure iron yoke
• Ear cups: high-rigidity aluminum, red
• Baffle: magnesium alloy
• Bass system: D.A.D.S. (Double Air Damping System)
• Stand: 3D Wing
• Impedance: 44 ohms
• Frequency response: 2 – 43,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 101 dB/mW
• Maximum input power: 2,000 mW
• Weight: 265 g
• Cable: fixed, 3 m
• Conductor: OFC-6N + OFC
• Cable termination: gold-plated 2-way stereo plug, 3.5 / 6.3 mm