Being a Japanese import, how do these earphones differ from US ear phones. Is the instruction manual in Japanese?
1160601
If I hadn't seen the box and instructions for these I wouldn't have known that they were Japanese imports. I don't think that these headphones are as distinctive or serve as much as a fashion accessory as some other brands, but as they look in the photo they are just a plain black set. I can't recall if the instructions in the box were only in Japanese or if there was an English version as well because their operation is very simple - but there is an English version of the instructions on their website at http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/resource_library/literature/07b286c610752930/p52322_01_ath_anc9_om.pdf If I hadn't seen the box and instructions for these I wouldn't have known that they were Japanese imports. I don't think that these headphones are as distinctive or serve as much as a fashion accessory as some other brands, but as they look in the photo they are just a plain black set. I can't recall if the instructions in the box were only in Japanese or if there was an English version as well because their operation is very simple - but there is an English version of the instructions on their website at... » Read More If I hadn't seen the box and instructions for these I wouldn't have known that they were Japanese imports. I don't think that these headphones are as distinctive or serve as much as a fashion accessory as some other brands, but as they look in the photo they are just a plain black set. I can't recall if the instructions in the box were only in Japanese or if there was an English version as well because their operation is very simple - but there is an English version of the instructions on their website at http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/resource_library/literature/07b286c610752930/p52322_01_ath_anc9_om.pdf « Show Less
1160602
they work fine bought sony and audio technica same time both about same the audio larger had on 12 hrs. no problems .
1160603
The headphones are the same as the US ones with Japanese instructions. Just put the battery in place and you just have to slide the round nob up to turn on. Press the long button for different settings blue/high. They work great.
1160604
Yes, but an English version is available online. I got mine in 5 days using standard shipping.
1160605
The front of the box is in English, the back of the box is written in Japanese (a mix of kanji and katakana I think). I don't recall if there were much for instructions, but you don't need much. Just put the battery in and go. There are three color schemes, which are identified either on the box or you can find online. It always defaults to airplane mode, press the button for bus mode, press it again for office mode...and again to start over with airplane mode.
1160606
Sonically, they are no different from the US version. They are distinctly a higher end set of headphones, with very neutral tonalities. You'll enjoy listening to them. As far as the instructions are concerned, I did the same thing as others here, did. I downloaded the English version of the instructions.
1181492
It does differ from the manual. My Japanese friend tried to change the language but for some reason by default it only had the Japanese language option. I ended up returning it.
2237687
NO. They are all in Japanese and the manual is in Japanese too.What I did is Google the instructions online. There're others' reviews and instructions in English.
369087
They are all the Japanese version. It's just an Anerican distributor. The box and instructions are all in Japanese.
2035663
The pair I own was made in Japan. However, mine are rather old, later the production might have moved to China. You need to check that with the seller.For example, my Panasonic GF1 camera was made in Japan, but later production of Panasonic GF cameras was moved to China.Anyway, I recently got a Sennheiser PMX-200 for better isolation (which is lacking on ATH-EW9 - not the best for subway or plane), and once again ATH-EW9 wins on sound by a VERY large margin.
1238966
Can't say anything about the box\documentation as I didn't keep it, but on the headphones themselves I see no CE logo. All there is some Japanese symbols on on side, and "Made in China" and some model numbers on the other side of the headrest.
645092
All the instructions for the Japanese model were in Japanese. Also, when I tried to connect the device to my iPod and phone it was unable to connect. Eventually I had to return the headset because I could not get it to work. I would recommend getting the US model or a different pair of headphones.
1610557
I got a chance to talk to monster guys. He told that I can replace the earphones but he is not sure that if I will receive the earphones with the right angle connector. BTW... i am planning to return these as it doesnt feel comfortable at all. Sound wise its excellent but i have considerable pain in my ears after wearing them for 1 hour. I tried all the eartips, but nothing seems to be comfortable. Any suggestions???
1227675
hi they are like in ear do you know about bose earphones bud? they are of the same shape.
593722
The instructions on the back are all in Japanese but there are plenty videos on youtube that show you how to make them > http://youtu.be/JWf3q4fGKK4
560108
not sure but i believe they are the same except one has english instructions and the other is in japanese.
945201
Well i am wondering the same thing too. They seem to have replacement models on the Japanese pioneer website, but who knows if we are getting em here in the US. Seeing as how your post was almost a year ago, i guess its a safe bet to say that we may not be.
229140
I've ordered from them and mine did not have Japanese writing. It was the usual packaging.
2087405
I don't see anything in English that says made in Japan. Except for some English instructions in a small booklet, everything else on the box and inside is written in what I believe to be Japanese.
1376667
No. It came with a Japanese owner's manual, but you can download an English version from Taiwan's Panasonic website. Good luck.
2273578
China, according to the box. The instruction manual is also printed in China. It is still a great headphone for the price.
1748173
Not sure what the warranty period is, but since these were not intended for export out of Japan, I doubt they would honor it anyway. I have not had any issues with mine and they sound great.