The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC27x QuietPoint are below-average headphones that poorly isolate listeners from ambient noise. They sound exceedingly bass-heavy and feel a little cheap and flimsy. On the upside, they don't leak much sound and won't disturb the people around you at high volumes.
Our Verdict
The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC27x aren't good everyday headphones. They don't isolate well. They don't have a good sound for critical listening or recording. They're also too unstable for sports.
- No noticeable harmonic distortion.
- Minimal leakage.
- Poor isolation.
- Too bass-heavy.
- Oddly sized, unstable ear cups.
The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC27x have subpar critical listening experience. They have a skewed bass-heavy sound, and they're not comfortable.
The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC27x aren't suitable for commuting. The noise cancelling is weak and struggles in loud environments.
The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC27x are below-average for sports. They're lightweight but too unstable for any physical activity.
The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC27x are below-average for office use. They don't leak too much but poorly isolate listeners from the ambient noise of a busy office.
The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC27x are average for home theater use. They have no latency since they're wired. However, they have a short audio cable, so unless you have an extension cord they won't be ideal for comfortably watching movies from your couch. Unfortunately, they also have a poorly balanced sound that may drown out some voices in movies.
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