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title: "Austrian Audio Hi-X15 Professional Closed-Back Over-Ear Headphones"
brand: "austrian audio"
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# Low impedance for mobile-ready sound Soft memory foam earpads Durable metal hinge frame Austrian Audio Hi-X15 Professional Closed-Back Over-Ear Headphones

**Brand:** austrian audio
**Price:** $249.91
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game with pro-grade comfort and durability—because your ears deserve the best.

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- **What is this?** Austrian Audio Hi-X15 Professional Closed-Back Over-Ear Headphones by austrian audio
- **How much does it cost?** $249.91 with free shipping
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## Best For

- austrian audio enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted austrian audio brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Robust metal hinges and foldable construction combine durability with compact portability—ready for your busiest days.
- • **All-Day Comfort:** Premium memory foam earpads cradle your ears for marathon listening sessions without fatigue or pressure points.
- • **Studio-Grade Clarity:** Proprietary High Excursion Tech delivers crystal-clear sound with ultra-low distortion, even at deep bass frequencies.
- • **Mobile-Optimized Design:** Low impedance ensures rich, powerful audio from any device—no amp needed, perfect for on-the-go pros.
- • **Customizable Connectivity:** Detachable 1.4m cable with optional replacements means you tailor your setup—flexibility that fits your workflow.

## Overview

The Austrian Audio Hi-X15 headphones offer professional-grade sound clarity with proprietary High Excursion Technology, low impedance for seamless mobile compatibility, and durable metal hinges. Designed for extended comfort with memory foam earpads and foldable for easy storage, these wired headphones deliver exceptional value for recording, music production, and everyday listening.

## Description

Exceptional over-ear headphones with premium sound, low distortion, and comfortable memory foam earpads. Ideal for mobile devices with low impedance design.

Review: Overachievers For Their Price Range! - Sadly a few weeks ago my trusty AKG N60NC headphones broke. This left me in a tricky situation because I knew it was highly likely I would need to look elsewhere for my next set of headphones due to Samsung’s acquirement of Harman back in 2017 causing a change of direction for the company. I like to see myself as someone who shows brand loyalty when I find a company that I believe make very high-quality products for a reasonable price. After a little research around the internet, I found out that a few of AKG’s management & engineers had formed a new company called Austrian Audio, which intrigued me to look deeper at their headphones. I was looking for some headphones on a budget of £150, and when I found the Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT headphones, after reading some reviews on them, I knew I had to give them a try, so I did. For me in a pair of headphones there are four main factors in what decides whether they are good or not so good, build quality, comfort, features and obviously sound quality. Build Quality 4/5 At this price range sadly the build quality around this market is not the best, normally involves a lot of plastic, and although this is still the case with the Hi-X25BT the frame inside is metal which makes the headphones feel well made. I love the look and feel of the headphones and I see them lasting a long while. Comfort 5/5 This was the one downfall of my previous headphones (AKG N60NC), after a couple of hours, I would start to feel a little pressure right in the middle of the top of my head where the band rested. However, with these headphones, I can happily say they are the most comfortable headphones I have ever owned. They are not extremely heavy which makes them feel light on the head. I can easily wear these for hours with no discomfort. Features 4/5 The headphones come with the obvious Bluetooth so you can easily connect them to any device that supports Bluetooth. The set-up process was easy, and they automatically connect back to your device when you turn them on. Austrian Audio also say you should get up to 30 hours of battery life, and although I have not owned or used them long enough to confirm this, I can say I have got some decent battery life from them (Been using them for at least 15 hours and not charged them yet). You can also use the headphones with the USB-C to 3.5 Jack wire included in the box if you desire. A downfall for most will be the fact that the headphones do not support ANC (Active Noise Cancellation). This wasn’t such a big issue for me as I never intend to take these headphones out of the house or use them around overly noisy environments, but I know many people will be put off by Austrian Audio’s decision to exclude this feature. Saying that though they are over-ear headphones, so they do cut out a small amount of outside noise, which is good enough for me. Lastly, the headphones do offer ways of controlling your music (volume, pause, play etc.) and I believe they have implemented these features into their headphones great, but I do find the controls a little sensitive to the touch. I have a fair few times accidentally paused my music when trying to rearrange the headphones. I have overtime got used to this and do it far less, but it was something that bothered me for a while. Sound Quality 5/5 This is obviously the most important factor of any headphones you buy, and I am pleased to say they do not disappoint. These headphones are by far the best sounding headphones I have personally owned. They sound a lot better than the AKG N60NC’s that I highly rated. When I listen to vocals, casual talking or music, everything sounds so crisp and clear, also acoustics sound incredibly vibrant. Most companies these days also tend to put too much bass into their headsets, which I am not a massive fan of. Austrian Audio on the other hand I think have balanced the bass very well, you know it is there, but it isn’t booming too much. I wasn’t expecting the headphones to sound as good as they do, even a family relative believes these headphones sound better than his headphones which were almost double the price! Conclusion I imagine you can get much better headphones if you are willing to spend a lot more money, but for £150, unless you need/want ANC, you cannot go wrong buying these headphones. For the price, they offer great build quality, comfortable listening and truly amazing sound quality. I highly recommend them!
Review: Good headphones - I bought these to replace some cans made by another company. Boy was I pleasantly surprised! They are very comfortable and seemingly well engineered although they do do need to be broken in to sound their best according to several verified reviews. After about 10 hours use I can confirm that the soundstage is getting better even though they are a bit light on bass at the moment! I do have high hopes for these, especially after one month of use, but we will have to see! So far so good, did I say I'm impressed so far! I got some useful cable ties that we're used for the packaging which can be up-cycled and the warranty is 3 years if you buy these through an accredited supplier, which I did. Well the latest is, as you use them they get better. I was surprised at the sound stage - I can place the instruments. But the bass blew me away - I took them off my head and looked at them hard - trying to figure how Austrian Audio manage to get such bass out of relatively small cans. All I can say is that I'm pleasantly surprised, the sound coming out of these is still improving - not that it was bad in the first place! Highly recommended, but you have to persevere with them! I've been using them for at least 3 hours every day since I got them! The one down side is the 1.2m length cable. The longer Austrian Audio cable is expensive for what it is - so I ordered an extension from KabelDirekt instead which seems to be good quality.

## Features

- “An exceptional pair of over-ear headphones that deliver premium sound quality in an affordable package.” Austrian Audio Hi-X15, What Hi-Fi? Awards 2021
- Our proprietary High Excursion Technology, for low THD at lower frequencies and clear, precise sound
- Low impedance, so they sound great even when connected to low-power outputs like mobile devices
- Metal hinge for maximum durability
- Soft memory foam earpads to keep you comfortable during the longest sessions
- Foldable construction for easy storage, uncommon in this price range
- Detachable 1.4 m cable included. Optional replacement different length cables available

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09CZ71Y42 |
| Age range (description) | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | 10,641 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 75 in Studio Headphones 1,365 in PC Accessories |
| Cable feature | Detachable |
| Compatible devices | Cellphones, Tablets |
| Connector | 3.5mm (1/8") |
| Control method | Remote |
| Control type | Noise Control |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (562) |
| Date First Available | 21 Aug. 2021 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Included components | Ear Cushions |
| Item Weight | 255 g |
| Item model number | Hi-X15 |
| Item weight | 255 Grams |
| Material | Memory foam Metal |
| Material Type | Memory foam Metal |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Package type | FFP |
| Product Dimensions | 15 x 15 x 4 cm; 255 g |
| Recommended uses for product | recording;music production;samples;mobility |
| Size | Einheitsgröße |
| Speaker Amplification Type | Active |
| Specific uses for product | recording;music production;samples;mobility |
| Style | Hi-X15 Wired Headphones |
| Water resistance level | Water Resistant |
| Wireless communication technology | Wired |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Austrian Audio
- **Colour:** Black / red
- **Connectivity technology:** Wired
- **Ear placement:** Over Ear
- **Form factor:** Over Ear
- **Headphone jack:** 3.5 mm Jack
- **Impedance:** 25 Ohms
- **Model name:** Hi-X15
- **Noise control:** None
- **Sensitivity:** 25 Ohm

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Overachievers For Their Price Range!
*by G***C on 21 March 2022*

Sadly a few weeks ago my trusty AKG N60NC headphones broke. This left me in a tricky situation because I knew it was highly likely I would need to look elsewhere for my next set of headphones due to Samsung’s acquirement of Harman back in 2017 causing a change of direction for the company. I like to see myself as someone who shows brand loyalty when I find a company that I believe make very high-quality products for a reasonable price. After a little research around the internet, I found out that a few of AKG’s management & engineers had formed a new company called Austrian Audio, which intrigued me to look deeper at their headphones. I was looking for some headphones on a budget of £150, and when I found the Austrian Audio Hi-X25BT headphones, after reading some reviews on them, I knew I had to give them a try, so I did. For me in a pair of headphones there are four main factors in what decides whether they are good or not so good, build quality, comfort, features and obviously sound quality. Build Quality 4/5 At this price range sadly the build quality around this market is not the best, normally involves a lot of plastic, and although this is still the case with the Hi-X25BT the frame inside is metal which makes the headphones feel well made. I love the look and feel of the headphones and I see them lasting a long while. Comfort 5/5 This was the one downfall of my previous headphones (AKG N60NC), after a couple of hours, I would start to feel a little pressure right in the middle of the top of my head where the band rested. However, with these headphones, I can happily say they are the most comfortable headphones I have ever owned. They are not extremely heavy which makes them feel light on the head. I can easily wear these for hours with no discomfort. Features 4/5 The headphones come with the obvious Bluetooth so you can easily connect them to any device that supports Bluetooth. The set-up process was easy, and they automatically connect back to your device when you turn them on. Austrian Audio also say you should get up to 30 hours of battery life, and although I have not owned or used them long enough to confirm this, I can say I have got some decent battery life from them (Been using them for at least 15 hours and not charged them yet). You can also use the headphones with the USB-C to 3.5 Jack wire included in the box if you desire. A downfall for most will be the fact that the headphones do not support ANC (Active Noise Cancellation). This wasn’t such a big issue for me as I never intend to take these headphones out of the house or use them around overly noisy environments, but I know many people will be put off by Austrian Audio’s decision to exclude this feature. Saying that though they are over-ear headphones, so they do cut out a small amount of outside noise, which is good enough for me. Lastly, the headphones do offer ways of controlling your music (volume, pause, play etc.) and I believe they have implemented these features into their headphones great, but I do find the controls a little sensitive to the touch. I have a fair few times accidentally paused my music when trying to rearrange the headphones. I have overtime got used to this and do it far less, but it was something that bothered me for a while. Sound Quality 5/5 This is obviously the most important factor of any headphones you buy, and I am pleased to say they do not disappoint. These headphones are by far the best sounding headphones I have personally owned. They sound a lot better than the AKG N60NC’s that I highly rated. When I listen to vocals, casual talking or music, everything sounds so crisp and clear, also acoustics sound incredibly vibrant. Most companies these days also tend to put too much bass into their headsets, which I am not a massive fan of. Austrian Audio on the other hand I think have balanced the bass very well, you know it is there, but it isn’t booming too much. I wasn’t expecting the headphones to sound as good as they do, even a family relative believes these headphones sound better than his headphones which were almost double the price! Conclusion I imagine you can get much better headphones if you are willing to spend a lot more money, but for £150, unless you need/want ANC, you cannot go wrong buying these headphones. For the price, they offer great build quality, comfortable listening and truly amazing sound quality. I highly recommend them!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good headphones
*by Z***D on 19 May 2023*

I bought these to replace some cans made by another company. Boy was I pleasantly surprised! They are very comfortable and seemingly well engineered although they do do need to be broken in to sound their best according to several verified reviews. After about 10 hours use I can confirm that the soundstage is getting better even though they are a bit light on bass at the moment! I do have high hopes for these, especially after one month of use, but we will have to see! So far so good, did I say I'm impressed so far! I got some useful cable ties that we're used for the packaging which can be up-cycled and the warranty is 3 years if you buy these through an accredited supplier, which I did. Well the latest is, as you use them they get better. I was surprised at the sound stage - I can place the instruments. But the bass blew me away - I took them off my head and looked at them hard - trying to figure how Austrian Audio manage to get such bass out of relatively small cans. All I can say is that I'm pleasantly surprised, the sound coming out of these is still improving - not that it was bad in the first place! Highly recommended, but you have to persevere with them! I've been using them for at least 3 hours every day since I got them! The one down side is the 1.2m length cable. The longer Austrian Audio cable is expensive for what it is - so I ordered an extension from KabelDirekt instead which seems to be good quality.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Can be incredibly revealing, Bass tight.
*by M***R on 7 January 2022*

Okay, firstly, I got these based purely on reviews both on Amazon and elsewhere on the web. It’s safe to say they are well respected. Now before I go much further, please note that the most important thing to remember about these headphones is this: THEY NEED RUNNING IN! Give them a couple of days also running in, This will soften that hard edge sufficiently to let these beauties shine. So let’s take a look at the build quality. These headphones are partially plastic but they do have some good strong metal where it counts and they do look and feel as if they would survive reasonable daily use quite well. The headband is very comfortable and the ear pads are also comfortable (as far as I’m concerned). There is another reviewer on here who states he has trouble with the ear pads in that they seem to create a vacuum? I personally have not experienced this. Maybe I have an alien shaped head, or maybe the other reviewer does? 🤷🏻‍♂️ Either way, the headphones are very comfortable for me to wear for both short and long periods of time. Now for the important stuff, the sound quality. These headphones sound very clear and are extremely open and revealing. Naturally, being so revealing they will shine with a good source. It does very much seem a case of garbage in – garbage out. Personally I listen to these with a Digital audio player which has a powerful output stage. I also listen to my minidisc player using these headphones. As I hinted at in the title, the bass is rather tight, which wouldn’t normally be a problem, but it is a touch light and could do with a little boost. When I am using my high res DAP, I pop the 62hz bass a notch or two up (leaving everything else neutral) And for me the sound is then perfectly balanced. When listening to my Sony minidisc I use the low Megabass setting (it just has off, low or high) and to me it all sounds spot on. The treble sounds perfectly crisp and clear without sounding at all harsh (unless of course the source recording is harsh). The mid range is also exceptionally clear but doesn’t venture too far into the foreground, and for me this is how music should be heard. As I have already said, the bass is tight and can go very deep but only about 80 to 90% as deep as I would personally like, hence for my ears I prefer to give it a little boost. To summarise, they are not perfect, largely to do with that bass, but as far as the whole package goes they are a good 90% or so perfect to my ears. They are certainly very analytical headphones, but they don’t sound boring, on the contrary they are rather exciting to listen to. As for buying them, if you know what you want and you are looking for revealing, exciting and clear sound then these are definitely a hit and good value for money. If you like bassy party booming sounds then you are looking in the wrong place.

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