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July 2014
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The editors liked
Added swappable twist-lock cable completes M50
M40x trappings make for great value
Consistently good sound
The Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT offers great sound quality both with and without wires. They have an open sound with enough bass to satisfy most users. The Bluetooth controls are well integrated and the inclusion of a separate cable with an integrated mic i
The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones offer excellent build quality and very detailed
Balanced sound with tight bass. They're also very comfortable and have slightly more cushiony earcups along with a detachable-cord design (
The editors didn't like
Midrange of M30x can be a bit harsh
Unlike many headphones at this price
There's no noise cancelling. The sound can be a little too forward in noisy environments
Resulting in less natural sound. The power button is in an awkward spot
There's no integrated microphone for making cell phone calls and the bulkier design makes them less suitable for mobile use
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Published: 2017-06-03, Author: Steven , review by: majorhifi.com
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Published: 2016-05-09, Author: Jeff , review by: 9to5mac.com
Sound quality and comfort are important to me, but so is price. At less than $150 on Amazon, the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x is well within reason for budget-conscious buyers who don't wish to settle for less. These headphones have proved to be something of a...
Published: 2015-07-06, Author: Michael , review by: wired.com
Fantastic sound. Made for music production, but also great for critical listening. If you're seated and working, they're comfortable enough to wear all day. New version of these classic cans now features three detachable cables: one long, one short, and o
No inline remote or phone controls on the cables. Even with the new mobilefriendly short cable, the big and bulky overtheear design isn't entirely mobilefriendly. They fold, but not much, so they're tough to travel with. Probably too heavy for walking aro
Published: 2014-05-21, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones offer excellent build quality and very detailed, balanced sound with tight bass. They're also very comfortable and have slightly more cushiony earcups along with a detachable-cord design (
There's no integrated microphone for making cell phone calls and the bulkier design makes them less suitable for mobile use
Quibbles aside, the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x is a modestly improved version of its already spectacular predecessor and one of the best-sounding headphones you'll find for less than $200....
