Audio Technica ATH-TWX9 Wireless Earphones

Audio Technica ATH-TWX9 wireless earphones are designed for workouts and travelling with digital hybrid noise cancelling technology to ensure the local environment doesn’t interfere with your listening experience.

Additionally, they have been deep UV sterilized and designed to deliver a realistic 3D soundstage. These high-quality earbuds feature Bluetooth connectivity and 6 hours of continuous playback. Twelve selectable ear tips are included to ensure a good fit.

Advanced commuter headphones

The ATH-TWX9 are optimised for the commute or workout. These hybrid headphones feature advanced noise-cancelling modes. Five presets allow you to optimise noise cancellation wherever you are. Additionally, the earbuds are splashproof and suitable for rain, water and sweat.

The design is non-slip and compact with an ergonomic layout that comes with twelve different ear tip designs. (4 diameter sizes and 3 stem lengths. They should be one of the most comfortable and practical noise-cancelling headphones available.

6 hours of continuous playback

The built-in batteries will give 6 hours of continuous playback with up to 18.5 hours of extended use. The ATH-TWX9 earbuds provide a seamless and customizable experience across all devices. They are compatible with Google Fast Pair as well as Sony's 360 Reality Audio. A USB charging cable is provided and a wireless charger is available.

What is Sony’s 360 Reality Audio?

Headphones normally narrow the sound field. However, with 360 reality audio, sounds come from all around you. Vocals, instruments and effects are placed in a 360-degree sphere giving an immersive experience. The experience is also affected by ear shape. Sony provides a connect app that will analyse your ear shape and match the source to give the best possible 3D experience. The distance and angle of sources are represented in the soundscape.

New 5.8mm hi-res drivers

Newly designed 5.8mm drivers give an extended frequency range for deep lows and spectacular highs. Detail is enhanced thanks to the Qualcomm cVc Generation 8.0 technology. CVC stands for Clear Voice Capture and was developed by Qualcomm to mask ambient noise and road noise to make voice transmission easier to hear. There is also a low latency mode that minimises sound delay when playing games or watching videos. The frequency range extends from 10Hz to 40KHz.

Why earbuds?

Headphones can be awkward especially if you are moving about while jogging or running. Earbuds fit inside the ear without needing a headband. The best earphones use noise cancelling technology to suppress environmental sounds such as road noise or vehicle noise. They also provide privacy when using a Smartphone. Additionally, some earbuds come with proprietor technology that will enhance voice reception from a Smartphone such as CVC from Qualcomm.

Choosing earbuds

Earbuds need a top-quality Bluetooth chip such as the ATH-TWX9 with its Qualcomm chip. They also need a high-density battery for long use. Mainly they need to be of good construction to survive heavy use. Only the better earbuds will support high-resolution audio. Finally, the ear tips are important, poorly fitting ear tips will not maintain a good seal. That is one reason why the ATH-TWX9 comes with 12 different tips. So spending a bit more on earbuds will pay dividends.