

Pure. Professional. Performance.
Online reviewers, top audio professionals and cult followers have long agreed that the ATH-M50 is an unmatched combination of audio and build quality, whether in the studio or on the go. That award-winning formula is embodied in the newly remastered M-Series line, with a model perfectly suited for every discerning listener. Contoured earcups seal tight for excellent sound isolation, with minimal bleed. And the pro-grade materials are durable, yet comfortable. M-Series professional monitor headphones deliver accurate audio and outstanding comfort that gets the job done. Hour after hour, year after year.
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ATH-M20x | ATH-M30x | ATH-M40x | ATH-M50x | |
15- 20,000 Hz | 15- 22,000 Hz | 15- 24,000 Hz | 15- 28,000 Hz | |
40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 45 mm | |
96 dB | 96 dB | 98 dB | 98 dB | |
700 mW | 1300 mW | 1600 mW | 1600 mW | |
47 | 47 | 35 | 38 | |
No | No | Yes | Yes | |
15° Both Directions | 15° Both Directions | 15° In / 90° Out | 90° Both Directions | |
9.8′ straight | 9.8′ straight | 3.9- 9.8′ coiled, 9.8′ straight | 9.8′ straight, 3.9- 9.8′ coiled, 3.9′ straight | |
6.7 oz | 7.8 oz | 8.5 oz | 10 oz |
$ 164.99
1,099 of 1,121 people found the following review helpful
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This review is from: Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Headphones (Electronics)
Customer Video Review Length:: 4:33 Mins This is my video review from the MKBHD YouTube Channel. The price/performance ratio is excellent, as with the previous M50s. The removable audio cable is the biggest difference, and the color choices are awesome. Worth checking out, for sure! Enjoy the video! 0
214 of 226 people found the following review helpful
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This review is from: Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Headphones (Electronics)
A lot of people are wondering what difference these headphones have compared to the ATH-M50 and the simple answer is they went with a don’t fix what’s not broken approach. The sound quality on these headphones remain unchanged from the old ATH-M50 which has superb quality for headphones in it’s price range. What did change however is the removable cable which for some who learned the hard way can break and would require trying to fix them or picking up a whole new set of headphones altogether.
The headphone cushions are also noticeably more comfortable for extended periods of use. As comfortable as the previous model was after extended use I would get this feeling that my head was being suffocated and gripped which would lead to a headache and while I don’t think that feeling can ever be removed these headphones do a great job of prolonging that feeling. For those asking about the cable connection going into the LEFT headphone, it is a snug connection so you won’t have to worry about the plug coming out. All in all if you own a pair of ATH-M50’s I wouldn’t go rushing out the door to replace them with these unless removable cables are that big of an issue to you but if you don’t own the M50s this is definitely the way to go since you won’t have to choose between coiled or straight cables when you can have them both. 0
119 of 130 people found the following review helpful
![]() A real world and practical comparison; things to consider ATH-M50x vs. ATH-M50, By
Inwester (New York Area, USA) – See all my reviews
This review is from: Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Headphones (Electronics)
A real world and practical comparison of Audio Technica ATH-M50 and the new ATH-M50x. This review is for people who haven’t owned the old or the new ones and is contemplating a purchase between the two. I am not a DJ or audiophile, so this review is geared towards common folks who just use headphones for listening to music, videos, audio books, movies in a real world setting using phones, tablets, laptops etc (i.e. not professional equipment).
Price – Sound quality – Sound isolation i.e. noise cancellation – Build quality – Convenience – (I found this to be a big deal) Convenience – fold-able and comes with a case. Comfort – decent and not as great as an open can with velour pads. Final conclusion – these are one of the best headphones you can buy at this range of money (less than 0), considering all the above aspects. If you are technically inclined and comfortable doing the mod definitely get the old M50 on a good deal for under 0 (this is what I actually recommend). 0 |
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