Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Studio Monitor Headphones

As part of the esteemed Audio-Technica M-Series, these headphones combine professional-quality features with a price tag that is within reach of someone looking to take their first steps into the wide world of audio mixing. They deliver stunning audio clarity whilst still being comfortable enough to wear for long periods of time. The earcups and headband are collapsable, further adhering to a circumaural construction to fully contour around the ears. This helps to isolate exterior sounds for an enhanced listening experience, whilst the earcups themselves can pivot 90° to allow for one-ear monitoring. They come with three cables (straight 3 m, straight 1.2m and coiled 1.2-3 m) for easy servicing. The M50X stand as the most popular model within the M Series and have an impressive frequency response of 15 - 24,000 Hz. Ideal for recording, mixing, DJ monitoring, and everyday listening.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Studio Monitor Headphones Key Features:

• Esteemed series of closed-back monitoring headphones
• Great for audio recording, mixing, DJ monitoring and everyday listening
• Tuned flat for accurate monitoring across entire frequency range
• Impeccably balanced mix control
• Circumaural design to ensure efficient sound isolation
• 45mm drivers consisting of rare earth magnets
• Copper-clad aluminium wire voice coils
• Single-sided cable exit for added convenience
• 90° swiveling earcups allow for one-ear monitoring
• Lightweight and ergonomic construction
• Detachable cable (two straight and one coiled ).
• Collapsable for improved portability
• Head and ear pads built up of professional-grade materials
• Impressive frequency response of 15 - 28,000 Hz
• Maximum Input Power of 1,600 mW at 1 kHz

What's in the box?

• 1 x Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Headphones
• 1 x 6.3 mm (1/4") snap-on stereo jack adapter
• Gold-plated stereo 1/8" (3.5 mm) connector
• 1 x 1.2m-3m coiled cable
• 1 x 3m straight cable
• 1 x 1.2m straight cable
• 1 x Carry Pouch

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FAQs:

What other headphones are included in the Audio-Technica M-Series?

The M-Series consists of the Audio-Technica ATH-M20X Closed-Back Dynamic Headphones, ATH-M30X Studio Monitor Headphones, ATH-M40X Studio Monitor Headphones, ATH-M50X Studio Monitor Headphones, and the ATH-M60X On-Ear Monitor Headphones.

Are the Audio-Technica ATH-M50X's noise-cancelling?

They do not have any active noise-cancellation properties, however, ambient noise is efficiently blocked by the earcups and additional padding.

Are the Audio-Technica ATH-M50X's good for gaming?

The M50X's are not made for gaming, they are best used for audio recording, mixing, DJ monitoring and everyday listening.

Are the M40X headphones better than the M50X?

The key difference between the M40X and the more expensive M50X headphones is actually the driver size. The M40X has 40mm drivers, whilst the M50X's have 45mm drivers, which doesn't sound like a big difference. However, it does have an overpowering effect on the sonic signature.

What accessories come with these headphones?

Theses Audio-Technica headphones include a detachable 3m cable with a 3.5mm mini-stereo jack, 1.2m straight cable, as well as a 1.2 m - 3.0 m coiled cable. They also have a separate 6.3mm snap-on (detachable) stereo jack adapter, gold-plated stereo 1/8" (3.5 mm) connector, and a portable carry pouch.