Name: Audio-Technica - ATH-M50x
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Audio-Technica - ATH-M50x

Designed in
Japan

Flat Sound
Signature

3 Years of
Warranty

Ideal for
Audiophiles

For Studio &
Professionals

Needs
Amplification

45mm Dynamic
Drivers

Closed-Back
Design

Replaceable
Cables

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x isn’t going anywhere; the style, comfort and great sound are what makes these headphones a great buy. If you're looking for an all-around solid pair of headphones you can use for mixing, recording and monitoring, ATH-M50x is a great pick.

DESCRIPTION

As the most critically acclaimed model in the M-Series line, THE M50x hits the right spot when it comes to delivering a balanced sound. It seals your music in tightly with their contoured earcups, isolating all the ambient noise with no sound leakage, with minimal bleed. One of the top picks of online reviewers, top audio engineers, and cult followers agree, the M50x is an unmatched combination of audio and build-quality that gets the job done. Hour after hour, year after year.

The M50x produces stupendously clear, clean and most of all, accurately balanced and rich throughout the frequency spectrum making them an ideal studio headphones for listening to all types of genres. You can distinctly hear bright sounding vocals and instrumentals in one single track.

The drivers used in the Audio Technica ATH-M50x are 45mm large and custom made drivers with copper-coated aluminum voice coils and rare-earth magnets. M50x creates a large sense of scale that’s obviously the exact opposite of cluttered and muddy-sounding audio.

The M50x, even though made of plastic, is known for its use of high quality textured matte construction and overall solid durability. The Pro grade material has been used for the ear cups as well as the headband.

Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments. 90° rotating ear cups ensure you can do some critical listening, one ear at a time.

The M50x includes three cable options: 1.2m - 3.0m coiled cable, 1.2m straight and 3.0 m straight cable. The 3m straight single-side cable is designed to make these studio headphones convenient for studio tracking, mixing and field recording. They are very convenient in terms of usage and make life simple. Making them the top choice for studio tracking and mixing, as well as DJ monitoring and personal listening.

SPECS

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

DRIVERS	45mm Drivers
IMPEDANCE	38 Ohms
SENSITIVITY	99dB
FREQUENCY RESPONSE	15Hz - 28,000Hz
MAGNET TYPE	Neodymium

CONTROLS & CONNECTIVITY

WIRED CONNECTIVITY	3.5mm Input
MICROPHONE	No
COMPATIBILITY	Universal

DESIGN & BUILD

WEARING STYLE	Over-Ear
CABLE TYPE	1.2-3m Coiled Cable, 3m Detachable Cable & 1.2 Regular Cable
WEIGHT	285g

IN THE BOX

BOX CONTENTS	1. Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Monitor Headphones
	2. 3.9 to 9.8' (1.2 to 3 m) Coiled Cable
	3. 9.8' (3 m) Straight Cable
	4. 3.9' (1.2 m) Straight Cable
	5. 1/4" Screw-On Adapter
	6. Carry Pouch

COMPARISONS

	Audio-Technica - ATH-M50x ₹ 11,299/- ₹ 19,525/-	Audio-Technica - ATH-M20x ₹ 4,599/- ₹ 7,202/-	Audio-Technica - ATH-M30x ₹ 5,899/- ₹ 10,206/-	Audio-Technica - ATH-M40x ₹ 8,999/- ₹ 14,481/-
Warranty
Sound Signature	Flat	Flat	Flat	Flat
Housing	Pro Grade Plastic	Hard Plastic	Hard Plastic	Pro Grade Plastic
Wearing Style	Over-Ear	Over-Ear	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Design	Closed Back	Closed Back	Closed Back	Closed Back
Driver Size	45mm	40mm	40mm	40mm
Best for	Studio Monitoring	Studio Monitoring	Studio Monitoring	Studio Monitoring
Detachable Cable
Collapsible
Carry Case
Experts Verdict	"Punchy bass and detachable cables. The ATH-M50x are the absolute best headphones one can buy in this price range, and we really don't need to suggest any alternatives." NDTV	"Its a must-buy for budding audio enthusiasts. Professionals with small studios should definitely take a look at this wallet-friendly pair of headphones." NDTV	"In the end, Audio Technica ATH M30x are exactly what the budget crowd needs. In other words, a reliable, competitive and comfortable set of headphones that simply work." techspot	"If you’re looking for an excellent pair of monitoring headphones and don’t want to drop a bunch of cash, these are a great pick. Giving excellent sound quality and comfortable." Soundguys

	Audio-Technica - ATH-M50x ₹ 11,299/- ₹ 19,525/-	Beyerdynamic - DT 770 Pro ₹ 13,499/- ₹ 17,050/-	Shure - SRH840 ₹ 13,999/- ₹ 16,500/-	V-MODA - Crossfade LP2 ₹ 9,990/- ₹ 12,990/-
Warranty
Sound Signature	Flat	Flat	Balanced	Extra-Bass
Design	Closed Back	Closed Back	Closed Back	Closed Back
Wearing Style	Over-Ear	Over-Ear	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Frequency Response	15Hz-28kHz	5Hz-35kHz	5Hz-25kHz	5Hz-30kHz
Cable	3m straight cable	1.6m straight cable (32Ω) 3m straight cable (80Ω) 3m coiled cable (250Ω)	2.5m straight cable	1.5m straight cable
Driver Size	45mm	45mm	40mm	50mm
Collapsible
Replaceable Parts
Impedance	38Ω	32Ω / 80Ω / 250Ω	44Ω	32Ω
Best for	Studio Monitoring	Studio Monitoring/Casual Listening	Studio Monitoring	DJ
In The Box	1x Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Monitor Headphones 1x 3.9 To 9.8' (1.2 To 3 M) Coiled Cable 1x 9.8' (3 M) Straight Cable 1x 3.9' (1.2 M) Straight Cable 1x 1/4" Screw-On Adapter 1x Carry Pouch	Beyerdynamic - DT 770 Pro Headphone 1/8" (3.5mm) To 1/4" (6.35mm) Plug Adapter Drawstring Bag	1x Shure - SRH840 Headphones 1x Threaded 1/4" Gold Plated Adapter 1x Carrying Bag 1x Replacement Set Of Ear Pads 2 Pairs Memory Foam Ear Tips	1x V-MODA - Crossfade LP2 Headphones 1x Gunmetal Shield Kit With Extra Screws & Screwdriver 1x Exoskeleton Case Carabiner Clip 1x Durable ARAMID Fiber-Reinforced SpeakEasy™ 1-Button Microphone Cable 1x Durable ARAMID Fiber-Reinforced Reinforced Extended Audio Cable 1x 1/4" Adapter 1x Cleaning Cloth
Experts Verdict	Punchy bass and detachable cables. The ATH-M50x are the absolute best headphones one can buy in this price range, and we really don't need to suggest any alternatives. NDTV	"The Beyerdynamic DT 770 Studio headphones are a classic that are still relevant thanks to excellent audio performance, a stable fit, and a reasonable price for what you get." PC Mag	"If you’re looking for a beginner audiophile-grade headphone with an accurate & balanced sound, rich dynamics, solid construction, the SRH840 professional monitoring headphones may fit the bill" Head-Fi	V-Moda refines the sound of its original LP DJ headphones with a refresh that offers customized ear plates, dual 50mm drivers, and a tough backbone enforced under strict military testing. Cnet

FAQs

: The warranty period is 3 Years from the date of invoice for all M-Series and E-Series (Pro Products). In order to claim warranty, please visit our Audio-Technica warranty page. We are very helpful guys, just saying.
: Very flat. Essentially made for professional studio monitoring, you can expect a neutral sound from the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x. Bassheads, leave now before you set yourself up for disappointment.
: No, they are not. You can have a look at the V-MODA Crossfade LP2 as it is ideal for DJ and live shows.
: No, it doesn’t. If you are looking for a wide soundstage our top recommendation will be the Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro. It features an open-back design with much more detailing as compared to the ATH-M50x.
: Although your smartphone and laptop will be able to drive it, an amplifier would certainly bring out the true potential of the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x. Read more about amplification and why it's important here.
: The Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro will have a flatter response, as accurate to the source as possible. The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x will have relatively extended low end in comparison.
: No, they can’t. Detachable cables mean they can be replaced when they go south!
: Yes, they are durable and are travel friendly since they fold and a travel carry pouch is also included with the product.
: Yes, we provide high quality replacement parts for the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x. You can replace the headband and the earpads from Headphone Zone directly.
: The product comes with 3 cables: 3.9 to 9.8' (1.2 to 3 m) Coiled Cable, 9.8' (3 m) Straight Cable and 3.9' (1.2 m) Straight Cable. Who doesn't like options?
: These headphones are mostly used by studio professionals and come with a 6.3mm adaptor for use with consoles. You can also use the 3.5mm jack with your laptop or smartphone.
: Ideally no. Because these require a dedicated amp for the best quality and because they're quite flat sounding, we wouldn't recommend these to casual music listeners.
: Both these headphones are flagship products under the 10k range having their strenghts and usability. To help understand better we have an easy to understand blog comparing the Audio Technica M50x vs Ultrasone Performance 820 here.

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Don't sweat it, this Audio-Technica ATH-M50x comes with a 3 year warranty from Audio-Technica that covers manufacturing defects. You get 1 year manufacturer warranty straight out of the box and can avail an additional 2 year warranty by registering the product. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about Audio-Technica's warranty in India.

EDITOR'S CHOICE

Reviewed
July, 2019

"They are among the best-closed headphones I have heard for the price and if I wanted cans with good bass and clear highs, these are the ones to get."

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"These headphones are a modestly improved version of the already spectacular model they're based on, and among the best-sounding pairs you'll find for < $200."

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"Punchy bass and detachable cables. These are the absolute best headphones one can buy in this price, and we really don't need to suggest any alternatives."

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"If you’re looking for a portable pair of over-ears and you like your sound a little warm, for the money, the Audio Technica ATH-M50x are well worth checking out."

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"If you're looking for an all-around solid pair of headphones you can use whether you're editing videos or listening to music on the bus, these should be on your shortlist."

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"They are lively, have an extra hit of bass and make for a particularly involving listen if you prefer electronic music to introspective singer-songwriters."

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"Great sound and good comfort make the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x a smash. Isolation could be better, but they come highly recommended regardless."

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