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An introduction to Austrian Audio Hi-X60, based on information from the maker and distributors: what it does, how to use it and who it may suit. It is not scored.
The Hi-X60 is built for loud environments and critical decisions.
— Austrian Audio official site
What is Hi-X60?
The Hi-X60 is a closed-back headphone from Austrian Audio, designed with isolation for use in loud environments.
It has a 44 mm high-excursion driver with a ring magnet and copper-clad aluminum voice coil, a 5 Hz to 28 kHz range and 25 ohm impedance.
Hinges and headband are all metal, and the headphones fold. The ear and headband pads are memory foam.
It is serviceable, with replaceable parts.
Closed-back
A structure that isolates outside sound, which may help in noisy places or monitoring during recording.
44 mm driver
Uses a ring magnet and a copper-clad aluminum voice coil.
All-metal hinges
Metal hinges and headband that fold, which may help when carrying.
Memory foam
Memory foam is used in ear and headband pads.
Serviceable
Designed for repair and part replacement.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Closed-back |
| Driver | 44 mm |
| Frequency range | 5 Hz – 28 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB SPL/V |
| THD (1 kHz) | <0.1% |
| Impedance | 25 ohm |
| Input power | 150 mW |
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
| Dimensions | 200 x 170 x 85 mm |
| Weight | 320 g (without cable) |
What is included and system requirements
- Two detachable cables (3 m and 1.2 m)
- 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter
How to use it
- Connect a cable to the headphone.
- Connect the other end to an output.
- Use the adapter if needed.
- Put on with volume low.
- Raise the volume.
- Choose a cable by use.
Tracking monitor
Closed-back, it may serve as a vocal tracking monitor.
Noisy locations
Its isolation may suit checks on location.
Portability
It folds, which may suit people who move around.
Who it may suit
- People seeking closed-back monitors
- Those who travel with gear
- Those who value replaceable parts
How it differs from similar products
We do not pick a winner; the official figures are placed side by side.
Austrian Audio Hi-X65
Hi-X60 is closed-back at 320 g, Hi-X65 is open-back at 310 g.
Price
Please check the official page for the price.
See Hi-X60 on the product page
Sources: austrian.audio (checked 2026-10-27)
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