The Audio-Technica ANC7b are decent headphones that perform moderately well. They have an above-average sound quality and can block noise fairly well. Unfortunately, they can't handle the level of ambient noise in a train or plane. They leak a lot and will disturb people around you at high volumes.
Our Verdict
They would do reasonably well as everyday casual headphones, but their leakage could be a concern for some listeners.
- Decent audio reproduction.
- Moderate comfortable and stable design.
- Leaks a lot of sound.
- Limited audio controls.
They have an average audio reproduction, but their closed design is not ideal for neutral listening. They also have a poor soundstage performance.
These headphones are decent for commuting. Their noise cancelling feature reduces a fair amount of ambient noise, and they're moderately comfortable.
They're mediocre for sports. They're relatively lightweight. However, they're a bit cumbersome and unstable for strenuous exercises.
They're average for office use. They will block the chatter of a busy office, but they leak and will be audible at moderate volumes.
These headphones aren't meant for wireless gaming.
Changelog
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Feb 16, 2018: Converted to Test Bench 1.2.
- Updated Sep 28, 2017: The microphone has been tested with our new methodology, as explained here
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