Throughout 2022, we had the opportunity to host great events, conduct interesting interviews, and launch exciting new products. This week, we look back at all our amazing happenings from the past year, including the celebration of our 60th Anniversary, our iconic New York City Analog Listening event, an interview with the Playing for Change organization, and more!
60th Anniversary Limited Edition Products
This year, Audio-Technica celebrated its founding and 60th anniversary. To commemorate six decades of pure, natural sound, we introduced a collection of products reflecting our commitment to analog audio.
AT-MC2022
: Dual Moving Coil Stereo Cartridge
This limited-edition cartridge offers cutting-edge technology and a stunning design, including a unified stylus-cantilever, formed from a single, lab-grown diamond.
ATH-W2022: Audiophile Closed-Back Dynamic Wooden Headphones
Sourced and assembled entirely in Japan, the ATH-W2022 blends technological innovation and traditional artistry with its 58 mm drivers and Mizume (Japanese Birch) housings.
ATH-WB2022: Wireless Wooden Headphones
Behind the stunning wooden exterior, these headphones house the world’s first completely balanced audio output system and support up to 24-bit/96 kHz high-resolution sound sources.
AT-LP2022: Fully Manual Belt-Drive Turntable
This limited-edition fully manual belt-drive turntable features a 30 mm-thick high-density clear acrylic chassis, revealing the belt-drive motor and highlighting the turntable’s pure analog sound.
AT-SB2022: Portable Bluetooth Turntable
The limited-edition, sold-out portable turntable marked the return of the Sound Burger, with modern updates, including Bluetooth® connectivity and a USB-C charging cable.
Analog Listening Event in NYC
In honor of the 60th Anniversary, A-T hosted an exclusive, analog listening event. The “Art of Analog” celebrated A-T’s culture, heritage, and the company’s passion for listening, while creating a sensory experience for the attendees. The event featured a professional guest panel including engineer and producer Lenise Bent, recording engineer Chris Mara, and engineer and producer, Jimmy Douglass. Check out our blog for an in-depth look at this event and the panelists.
New Product Launches
Gaming Headsets
The ATH-GL3 and ATH-GDL3 headsets offer an expansive sound for an immersive gaming experience. These lightweight high-fidelity headsets offer all-day comfort and are available in open-back and closed-back options. Both headsets are equipped with features such as a detachable boom microphone, and built-in volume control and mute switch for convenient control. In addition, both gaming headsets are compatible with PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, laptops, PCs, and other devices with a standard 3.5 mm TRRS headset connector or with a separate mic input and headphone output.
ATH-M50xDS: Professional Monitor Headphones
A fan favorite is the annual Color Poll, where A-T fans can vote for their favorite color of the next Limited-Edition M50x Series Headphones. Announced in January, Deep Sea was voted as the winning color for the limited-edition M50x wired and M50xBT2 wireless headphones! These headphones offer the same accurate audio, comfort, and durability in a stunning blue color.
ATH-CKS50TW: Wireless Earbuds
Launched in March, the stylish ATH-CKS50TW easy-to-use earbuds deliver full-range audio with deep, powerful bass and offer best-in-class battery life. In addition to the exceptional sound quality provided by the earbuds’ 9 mm drivers, the ATH-CKS50TW offers up to 20 hours of continuous use on a full charge and roughly 90 minutes of use on a 10-minute fast charge. Learn more about all the features of these earbuds in our Question of the Week.
AT-LPW50BT: Manual Belt-Drive Turntable
Audio-Technica’s AT-LPW50BT-RW wireless turntable provides optimal high-fidelity audio reproduction with the option of wired or Bluetooth® listening. The manual record player’s MDF plinth with stunning rosewood-finished veneer adds to the turntable’s refined style and dampens low-frequency acoustic feedback to ensure you experience crystal-clear, uninterrupted sound.
Interviews
Recording Empire Central – a Conversation with Snarky Puppy
We sat down with Snarky Puppy to get an inside look at the live recording of their album Empire Central, for which they used A-T microphones and headphones, like the ATH-M20x and ATH-M50x.
Playing for Change: Q&A with Mark Johnson Pt. 2
We caught up with Playing for Change co-founder Mark Johnson to learn about what the inspiring organization has been up to since we last spoke.
Q&A: Catching Up with Jam in The Van
Jam in the Van (JITV) caught us up on everything from upcoming projects, their current artist recommendations, and their favorite A-T gear.
Creator Community
In September, Audio-Technica was proud to introduce and launch the Creator Community. The Creator Community is an evolution of traditional community outreach and sponsorship programs that allows for a personalized experience, two-way communication, and a way for A-T to reward/provide recognition to fans and creators who are true brand advocates or want to connect with Audio-Technica. Members receive a free swag pack, exclusive creator discount codes, and eNews with tips/tricks and product news, and have a chance to be featured as our Creator of the Month. Learn more about our first Creator of the Month, MsPinky313!
