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Audio-Technica - Audio Technica ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones - Black

Model: AUD ATHM50X
SKU: 11821158
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Specifications
  • Connection Type
    Wired
    Water Resistant
    No
    Built-In Microphone
    No
    Carrying Case
    Yes
    Headphone Fit
    Over-the-Ear
    Adjustable Headband
    Yes
  • Key Specs
    • Connection Type: Wired
    • Water Resistant: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
    • Built-In Microphone: false
    • Carrying Case: true
    • Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
    • Adjustable Headband: true
  • General
    • Brand: Audio-Technica
    • Model Number: AUD ATHM50X
    • Product Name: Audio Technica ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones
    • Color: Black
  • Audio
    • Sound Isolating: true
    • Minimum Frequency Response: 15 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
    • Maximum Frequency Response: 28 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
    • Impedance: 38 ohms (Describes the resistance of an electric signal throughout the system. Devices with low impedance require less power to deliver optimal signals but are more at risk for damage from overloading. Higher impedance requires more power but is more protected from overload damage.)
    • Integrated Amplifier: false
    • Volume Limiting Function: false
    • Driver Size: 45 millimeters
  • Connectivity
    • Connection Type: Wired
    • Connector Size: 1/8 in. (3.5mm)
    • Detachable Cord: true
  • Features
    • Water Resistant: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
    • Built-In Microphone: false
    • Carrying Case: true
    • Bone Conducting Technology: false
  • Design
    • Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
    • Style: Pro
    • Adjustable Headband: true
    • Foldable Design: true
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 11 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 10 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Length: 4 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
    • Product Weight: 2.25 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
    • Cord Length: 9.8 feet
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year
  • Other
    • UPC: 4961310125431

Hear yourself in the studio with these Audio-Technica ATH-M50x AUD ATHM50X monitor headphones, which feature 45mm large-aperture drivers for faithful sound replication. The 90° swiveling earcups allow comfortable 1-ear monitoring.

  • 45mm large-aperture drivers: Along with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils ensure rich, accurate sound.
  • Circumaural design: Contours around the ears for sound isolation with minimal bleed.
  • 90° swiveling earcups: Allow easy 1-ear monitoring.
  • Collapsible construction with detachable cables: Provides simple storage and portability.
  • 45mm large-aperture drivers: Along with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils ensure rich, accurate sound.
  • Circumaural design: Contours around the ears for sound isolation with minimal bleed.
  • 90° swiveling earcups: Allow easy 1-ear monitoring.
  • Collapsible construction with detachable cables: Provides simple storage and portability.
Whats Included
  • ATH-M50x Monitor Headphones
  • 6.3mm (1/4") screw-on adapter, 3.9' - 9.8' coiled cable, 9.8' straight cable and 3.9' straight cable
  • Protective carrying pouch
  • ATH-M50x Monitor Headphones
  • 6.3mm (1/4") screw-on adapter, 3.9' - 9.8' coiled cable, 9.8' straight cable and 3.9' straight cable
  • Protective carrying pouch

Q: How well does it cancel out surrounding noise, and how is the bass quality?

A: Bass quality is great, but subjective from what you are coming from or have experience with. For instance, if you are used to Beats, or DJ headphones, these might seem to have more subtle bass, but only because they are more accurate to the original music file/production. Just like a home HIFI system, other brands engineer their headphones to emphasize the highs and lows. These might have a slight "smile" eq curve to them, but it's ever so subtle. Hope this helps.

Q: Are these comfortable for long gaming sessions?

A: Thank you for your inquiry. I find them very comfortable in long studio sessions. Please note that these do not have a built in microphone that you may want for gaming.

Q: Hello, is there a difference between ATH-M50x & the BT version in terms of the sound quality? My primary use is for mixing and mastering but would also like to use it for listening to casual music on the phone and iPad.

A: Yes, there is. The wireless (Bluetooth) version of the headphone, the ATH-M50xBT, was specifically designed to sound like the original wired only version of the headphone, the ATH-M50x, when used in the wireless mode. As a result, when the ATH-M50xBT is used in the wired mode, it does not sound identical to the original wired only ATH-M50x.

Q: I am looking for a mixed feature of wired/wireless, as I would be using for music listening and auditing, but also times when I would just listen to various audios via my PC. Is there any such headphone available via Audio-Technica under $200.

A: I am a big fan of the ATH-M50X. You can buy a Bluetooth adapter for $50 that will plug directly into the headphone. This puts you at $200 all-in. The model number for the adapter is BAL-M50X.

Q: What is the difference between this and its limited version?

A: The limited is matte grey, that's all.

Q: and when I'm on the road, I use my Kindle for mostly classical music. Are these compatible? Foldable? If not, what would be a good choice. My hearing is weakening so I'm willing to pay a premium for quality. sound. Thanks

A: We do not know what kind of headphone jack, if any, a Kindle has on it. The ATh-M50x Headphones are foldable and collapsible and otherwise a good choice for your application.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    As Good As They Say

    This headset was definitely as good as reviews said they were! The sound is so crisp as well as the bass.

    This review is from Audio-Technica - Audio Technica ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones - Black

    Posted by oldgamer

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    headphone review

    good headphone in my ears good sound i’m happy smiling

    This review is from Audio-Technica - Audio Technica ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones - Black

    Posted by Ammar

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sound, comfortable fit

    Excellent true sound, very comfortable fit on the ears. I've initially got them for work, but since transitioned to listen to music and watch shows on my computer. The only drawback is the proprietary 3.5mm port, which means you are stuck with the provided cables - or have to buy them from the Audio-Technica directly in case one gets damaged.

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