{"id":40580,"date":"2024-11-05T17:21:27","date_gmt":"2024-11-05T17:21:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=40580"},"modified":"2025-03-24T12:27:08","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T12:27:08","slug":"audio-technica-ath-m50x-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Review"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#In_a_hurry_Heres_our_verdict\" >In a hurry? Here\u2019s our verdict<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Audio-Technica_ATH-M50x_specifications\" >Audio-Technica ATH-M50x specifications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Audio-Technica_ATH-M50x_review\" >Audio-Technica ATH-M50x review<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Initial_thoughts\" >Initial thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Design_and_build_quality\" >Design and build quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Fit_and_comfort\" >Fit and comfort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Sound_quality\" >Sound quality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Noise_cancellation\" >Noise cancellation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Who_are_the_Audio-Technica_ATH-M50x_headphones_suited_to\" >Who are the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones suited to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Are_the_ATH-M50x_still_the_best\" >Are the ATH-M50x still the best?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Do_ATH-M50x_have_noise_cancellation\" >Do ATH-M50x have noise cancellation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#What_artists_use_the_ATH-M50x\" >What artists use the ATH-M50x?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/audio-technica-ath-m50x-review\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Headphones-Black\/X9G\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Audio-Technica ATH-M50x<\/a><\/strong> are one of the most popular sets of closed-back headphones on the market. But how do they stack up?<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve been lucky enough to try out a pair of these headphones, and in this <strong>Audio-Technica ATH-M50x review<\/strong>, I&#8217;ll give you my honest opinion of their sound, performance, design, and comfort. Hopefully, after reading my verdict, you&#8217;ll know if they&#8217;re right for you!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/10\/Secondhand-studio.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Secondhand Studio Gear&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Secondhand-studio&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/secondhand\/studio-gear?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=secondhand_studio&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Secondhand Studio Banner&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_module=&#8221;41640&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;In a hurry? 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Here\u2019s our verdict<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To keep things brief, the ATH-M50x sound excellent, are very comfortable for long periods of time, and accurate enough for a lot of pro audio work as well as being lively enough to make consumer-grade listening enjoyable.<\/p>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-268\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-268\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Pros<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Cons<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Excellent sound tuning and frequency response; handles a wide variety of sources extremely well<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Poor sound isolation means you\u2019ll still get a fair amount of external sound in noisy environments<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Comfortable design suitable for long listening sessions in most cases<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Closed-back design can be fatiguing over very long periods of time and doesn\u2019t have the openness or stereo width of open-backs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Closed-back design suitable for home and studio recording without spill<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Full and accurate midrange neutral enough for mixing and referencing<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Sturdy build with easy adjustability and a detachable cable<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-268 from cache -->\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Headphones-Black\/X9G&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP AUDIO-TECHNICA ATH-M50X&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Audio-Technica ATH-M50x specifications&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Audio-Technica_ATH-M50x_specifications\"><\/span>Audio-Technica ATH-M50x specifications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-269\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-269\">\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Headphone Type<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Closed-back<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Driver<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Type: Dynamic<br \/>\nDriver Diameter: 45mm<br \/>\nMagnet: Neodymium<br \/>\nVoice Coil: CCAW (copper-clad aluminium wire)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Frequency Response<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">15Hz - 28kHz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Maximum Input Power<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">1600mW at 1kHz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Sensitivity<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">99dB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Impedance<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">38 Ohms<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Cable<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Interchangeable<br \/>\nDetachable 1.2m - 3m coiled cable<br \/>\nDetachable 3m straight cable<br \/>\nDetachable 1.2m straight cable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-8\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Weight<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">285g\/10oz. (without cable and connector)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-269 from cache -->\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Audio-Technica ATH-M50x review&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Audio-Technica_ATH-M50x_review\"><\/span>Audio-Technica ATH-M50x review<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Initial_thoughts\"><\/span>Initial thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-40688 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Audio-Technica M50x Headphones\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The ATH-M50x definitely gave an impression of a solid product right out of the gate. They feel weighty in the hands, but not inflexible or heavy. Feeling just how thick and sturdy the headband seemed though, I was initially concerned about comfort and that weight sitting on my head during listening.<\/p>\n<p>Aesthetically, the black edition of the ATH I received are nothing to write home about, but they\u2019re sleek and minimal &#8211; which is what I like.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m never really one to get hung up on the look of equipment, so long as it functions well and feels good to interact with.<\/p>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s mics, headphones, or turntables, I\u2019ve had at least some experience with a variety of Audio-Technica kit, and everything I&#8217;ve tried has this functional minimalist look and a sturdy, workmanlike feel that appeals to me.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a more vibrant personality who wants some colour and cool aesthetics to make a bit more of a statement with your equipment, Audio-Technica do have a few variations. There\u2019s a very nice-looking <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50xWH-Professional-Monitor-Headphones-White\/X9H\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">white variant<\/a> <\/strong>and an intriguing <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Headphones\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-LAB-Professional-Monitor-Headphones-Limited-Edition-Navy-Orange\/6OH1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dark blue, grey, and orange version<\/a><\/strong> they call \u201cLab\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve used the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone\/6JL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AT2020<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-AT4040-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone\/6JN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AT4040<\/a><\/strong> mics for studio recordings, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Home-Audio\/Audio-Technica-AT-LP120XBT-USB-Bluetooth-Turntable-Black\/42T3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AT-LP120X turntable<\/a><\/strong> for vinyl playback, and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M40x-Professional-Monitor-Headphones\/X9F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ATH-M40x headphones<\/a><\/strong> for vocal monitoring in a studio, and I\u2019ve been impressed by the build qualities of all of them.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Design_and_build_quality\"><\/span>Design and build quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Putting the headphones on dispelled my original concerns about their weight in short order. It is a little bulky compared to the first-generation Bose QuietComfort 35s I use for consumer listening, but it\u2019s no less comfortable.<\/p>\n<p>I also use the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/beyerdynamic-DT-880-Edition-Headphones-250-Ohms\/140P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beyerdynamic DT880 semi-open-back headphones<\/a><\/strong> for mixing and studio work, and the ATH-M50x felt like they exerted less pressure on my head than the beyerdynamics did. The earcups swivel and rotate to fit your head shape and the adjustable headband got me a good fit quickly.<\/p>\n<p>In terms of the earpads, they\u2019re firm and have enough give to sit comfortably. They\u2019ve softened over the time I\u2019ve had them to hand now too. It\u2019s not as luxurious as the velour pads of the beyerdynamic DT880, but it still feels soft.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fit_and_comfort\"><\/span>Fit and comfort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>These are the most comfortable pair out of the three headphones I\u2019m most familiar with. The headband\u2019s plastic exterior doesn\u2019t feel as tough as the mostly-metal design of the DT880, the extra give in them feels better on the head, and the solid metal interior of the headband doesn\u2019t leave me with any questions on how long they\u2019ll last.<\/p>\n<p>The feel of the ATH-M50x does somewhat highlight the overall space that they sit in as a product, straddling the line between consumer and professional audio equipment. This is to the M50x\u2019s benefit though, as I can \u2013 and have \u2013 kept these headphones on for close to seven hours in a day before with only a few breaks.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sound_quality\"><\/span>Sound quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-40689 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Audio-Technica M50x Headphones in use\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>This is where the M50x really won me over. But it wasn\u2019t as immediate as you might expect.<\/p>\n<p>I first found the midrange definition of the Audio-Technicas a little pokey when I first started listening to them. The reason for this was not actually the fault of the headphones, but I\u2019d become more accustomed to the V-shaped sound profile of the Bose QuietComfort.<\/p>\n<p>By comparison, that clear, neutral midrange felt like a bit of a jump. I got used to it by the end of my first day with them, though.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve consulted frequency response graphs for both sets of headphones which confirmed this suspicion to me, as well as several others. The M50x are something of a hybrid between the neutrality of studio headphones and the more flattering characteristics of audiophile headphones.<\/p>\n<p>The M50x has some of the most accurate midrange response I\u2019ve seen in a set of headphones \u2013 especially at this price point, and their treble response is smooth without sacrificing detail.<\/p>\n<p>Bass is present, throughout most of the spectrum. Low-mids, a point which usually gets overlooked as a source of definition by a lot of audio manufacturers is as accurate as anyone could hope for.<\/p>\n<p>The overall result is that almost everything sounds great.<\/p>\n<p>I tested the M50x on podcasts regularly while I worked, and every voice sounded great \u2013 not harsh and sibilant, which I sometimes felt with the hyped treble of the QuietComfort. As far as music was concerned, I tried it on a plethora of albums in various genres to get a feel for what it handled and how.<\/p>\n<p>On my first day reviewing the headphones for music, I felt a little tired and just wanted to get lost in some music, so I stuck to various indie-folk artists. It was hard to find any fault whatsoever with the sound of the headphones on this front for the most part. Although I did notice the kick drums on Bon Iver\u2019s &#8220;Perth&#8221; sounded a little softer than I remembered.<\/p>\n<p>Day two saw me dig into some electronic music. It was at this point I noticed that the low-frequency definition of the M50x is very good until we get into the sub-bass frequencies below around 50 Hz. This area gets exaggerated by the QuietComforts, so I just lost a touch of that extra low punch I was accustomed to. I quickly acclimatised to this<\/p>\n<p>The day of electronica did give me another confirmation, the ATH-M50x have a very good soundstage. I could very comfortably feel the panning in the fingerpicked guitars of <i>Holocene<\/i> and the wildly spacious sound design of Rival Consoles\u2019 <i>Now Is. <\/i>Synths were also easier to follow around the stereo image.<\/p>\n<p>This means they\u2019re great for production too. If I\u2019m doing sound design work, messing around with synth plugins, or shifting elements around in my mixes, I know I\u2019ll be able to rely on what the M50x are telling me. I\u2019ve used monitor speakers where I\u2019ve felt far less confident while making some wild panning effects than I would with these.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, I wouldn\u2019t have fully broken the Audio-Technicas in without one last day of music with some of my favourite artists, so I put some time in with my personal favourites in rap, rock, and metal. This solidified my impression of the bass. There\u2019s still presence in the ultra-low frequencies, but some of that real boom from bass, downtuned guitars, kick drums, and 808s doesn\u2019t always punch quite as hard as I wanted.<\/p>\n<p>The transient response of the ATH-M50x\u2019s 45 mm drivers is very snappy and keeps the definition of drums and fast percussive elements very clear, too. Testing it on the rhythmic interplay of modern, chuggy metalcore guitars and skittering alternative rap beats really made this clear to me. Reverb tails and delays are pretty clear here too.<\/p>\n<p>The treble is clear and full without feeling harsh, which can be a pretty difficult line to walk while tuning particularly studio-based headphones.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-40691 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Audio-Technica headphones\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>So, are they up to the task of monitoring while recording? Most definitely. These headphones\u2019 punchy, clear, and pretty flat overall sound is accurate and marginally flattering without being misleading.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019d happily hand a set of these to a vocalist while recording, and since they\u2019re closed-back, I\u2019d be pretty confident they wouldn\u2019t leak too much either.<\/p>\n<p>I would also happily mix on these headphones, even in denser work with metal bands, I\u2019d feel confident in what the ATH-M50x are telling me.<\/p>\n<p>There are a few points in the frequency response to keep in mind, a dip in the low-mids around 300 to 400 Hz \u2013 a point I usually dip on most instruments anyway, and that sub-bass roll-off that could end up being overcorrected for if you\u2019re not aware of it. But so long as you keep those in mind, you could easily get a balanced mix that translates.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike some speakers and headphones I\u2019ve used, I\u2019m sure I wouldn\u2019t end up with hyper-exaggerated bass or boxy low-mids in my mixes with these as compensation, where I have in other cases. Plus, their linearity through the all-important midrange would lead me to make the right calls with EQ.<\/p>\n<p>What about mastering? While the definition and linearity of the M50x is encouraging, I think I\u2019d opt for higher-end open-backs for mastering &#8211; although frankly, I\u2019d rather pick out a set of studio monitors for this kind of work.<\/p>\n<p>The subtleties of dynamics, saturation and surgical EQ I\u2019d need to do, I think I could pull off on the M50x if push came to shove, but there are other options I\u2019d go to for that kind of work under ideal circumstances.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Noise_cancellation\"><\/span>Noise cancellation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Being closed-backs, the noise isolation of the ATH-M50x will naturally be better than that of most open-backs. However, the general isolation level of these headphones isn\u2019t especially high. Without active noise cancellation, these headphones do tend to pick up sounds around you, not in a particularly defined way, but it is present.<\/p>\n<p>Even in the relative quiet of the Gear4music offices as I write this, I can still hear faint snippets of conversation, the quiet ambient hum of the air conditioning system, and the clicking of my keyboard. It\u2019s not particularly distracting or egregious, but it is present.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a set to completely and utterly shut out the outside world, these aren\u2019t it. Nor do Audio-Technica claim them to be. External noises are dampened and faded, but if you\u2019re paying attention, they\u2019re still there. For those in subpar environments or who struggle to get absorbed by whatever they\u2019re listening to, you might want to look elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p>In terms of spill, however, I\u2019d gladly trust these on a vocalist in a booth while tracking. At higher volumes, there is some noticeable leakage, but at sensible listening levels, it\u2019s not a problem.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Who are the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones suited to?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_are_the_Audio-Technica_ATH-M50x_headphones_suited_to\"><\/span>Who are the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones suited to?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Truthfully, I think the ATH-M50x are pretty great pick for all-purpose headphones. Unless you\u2019re a real bass head who needs those strongly-boosted sub-frequencies, it\u2019s extremely good for getting a neutral yet flattering playback for casual listening. Everything\u2019s full and well-defined, and it\u2019s balanced enough that you\u2019ll get a very good representation of the intended mix of a finished track.<\/p>\n<p>For self-recording musicians with home or portable studios \u2013 guitarists and vocalists especially \u2013 these would be great for monitoring while you record. DJs, producers, and beatmakers would enjoy them too, as their evenness is great for dialling in sound design and effects and representing the full shape of your work.<\/p>\n<p>Bassists and drummers might yearn for stronger sub response as there\u2019s some detail and punch they\u2019ll be missing in that 20 to 40 Hz range, but it doesn\u2019t feel weak, simply less powerful than we\u2019re often used to.<\/p>\n<p>For mixing, I think the ATH-M50x are probably the best value option. They offer performance and reliability that\u2019s hard to get until you reach the range of \u00a3300 to \u00a3400 for high-performance open-backs specifically tailored to mastering.<\/p>\n<p>As far as mastering is concerned, you\u2019d probably want to seek out a higher-performance pair for that extra-detailed level of work, but it\u2019s pretty impressive to see a \u00a3150 set of headphones capably handle everything up to this level of professional audio and casual listening.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-40690 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x.jpg\" alt=\"Audio-Technica ATH-M50x \" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_the_ATH-M50x_still_the_best\"><\/span>Are the ATH-M50x still the best?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The ATH-M50x are still considered among the best headphones for accurate audio reproduction. Known for their balanced sound and durability, they\u2019re widely favoured by audiophiles and professionals. Although newer models exist, their price-to-performance ratio keeps them competitive.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ATH-M50x_have_noise_cancellation\"><\/span>Do ATH-M50x have noise cancellation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The ATH-M50x do not have active noise cancellation. They provide decent passive isolation due to their over-ear, closed-back design but lack ANC technology. For users needing active noise cancelling, models like the ATH-M50xBT2 are available with additional features.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_artists_use_the_ATH-M50x\"><\/span>What artists use the ATH-M50x?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Many artists, including Deadmau5, Halsey, and Flying Lotus, use the ATH-M50x for their accurate sound, clarity, balanced response, and reliable build. These headphones are great for mixing and monitoring, and their reputation spans both professional and personal audio settings.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The ATH-M50x are an extremely impressive pair of headphones not just for the price, but at any price, and the sizeable praise they receive from audiophiles, producers, musicians, and casual users alike reflects this.<\/p>\n<p>The headphones are comfortable and sturdy, and they sound great. Essentially, they reflect Audio-Technica\u2019s commitment to solid working designs without any unnecessary bells and whistles. They\u2019re not flawless for everything, but for almost any scenario that warrants headphones \u2013 both in audio production and for personal listening &#8211; I would be very happy to know that I have this pair to hand.<\/p>\n<p>So, that was our <b>review of the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x<\/b>, an excellent option for anyone. If you happen to be looking for microphones to record with, check out our guide to <strong><a href=\"\/blog\/best-microphones-for-vocals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the best microphones for vocals<\/a><\/strong>. If you\u2019re more of a DJ, we have a fantastic guide to<strong><a href=\"\/blog\/best-dj-setups\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> DJ setups<\/a><\/strong>. More of a producer? 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But how do they stack up? I\u2019ve been lucky enough to try out a pair of these headphones, and in this Audio-Technica ATH-M50x review, I&#8217;ll give you my honest opinion of their sound, performance, design, and comfort.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":40687,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Headphones-Black\/X9G\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Audio-Technica ATH-M50x<\/a><\/strong> are one of the most popular sets of closed-back headphones on the market. But how do they stack up?<\/p><p>I\u2019ve been lucky enough to try out a pair of these headphones, and in this <strong>Audio-Technica ATH-M50x review<\/strong>, I'll give you my honest opinion of their sound, performance, design, and comfort. Hopefully, after reading my verdict, you'll know if they're right for you!\u00a0<\/p><hr \/><h3>In a hurry? Here\u2019s our verdict<\/h3><p>To keep things brief, the ATH-M50x sound excellent, are very comfortable for long periods of time, and accurate enough for a lot of pro audio work as well as being lively enough to make consumer-grade listening enjoyable.<\/p><p>[table id=268 \/]<\/p><hr \/><h3>Audio-Technica ATH-M50x specifications<\/h3><p>[table id=269 \/]<\/p><hr \/><h3>Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Review<\/h3><h4>Initial thoughts<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-40688 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Audio-Technica M50x Headphones\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>The ATH-M50x definitely gave an impression of a solid product right out of the gate. They feel weighty in the hands, but not inflexible or heavy. Feeling just how thick and sturdy the headband seemed though, I was initially concerned about comfort and that weight sitting on my head during listening.<\/p><p>Aesthetically, the black edition of the ATH I received are nothing to write home about, but they\u2019re sleek and minimal - which is what I like.<\/p><p>I\u2019m never really one to get hung up on the look of equipment, so long as it functions well and feels good to interact with.<\/p><p>Whether it\u2019s mics, headphones, or turntables, I\u2019ve had at least some experience with a variety of Audio-Technica kit, and everything I've tried has this functional minimalist look and a sturdy, workmanlike feel that appeals to me.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re a more vibrant personality who wants some colour and cool aesthetics to make a bit more of a statement with your equipment, Audio-Technica do have a few variations. There\u2019s a very nice-looking <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50xWH-Professional-Monitor-Headphones-White\/X9H\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">white variant<\/a> <\/strong>and an intriguing <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Headphones\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-LAB-Professional-Monitor-Headphones-Limited-Edition-Navy-Orange\/6OH1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dark blue, grey, and orange version<\/a><\/strong> they call \u201cLab\u201d.<\/p><p>I\u2019ve used the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone\/6JL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AT2020<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-AT4040-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone\/6JN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AT4040<\/a><\/strong> mics for studio recordings, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Home-Audio\/Audio-Technica-AT-LP120XBT-USB-Bluetooth-Turntable-Black\/42T3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AT-LP120X turntable<\/a><\/strong> for vinyl playback, and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M40x-Professional-Monitor-Headphones\/X9F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ATH-M40x headphones<\/a><\/strong> for vocal monitoring in a studio, and I\u2019ve been impressed by the build qualities of all of them.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Design and build quality<\/h4><p>Putting the headphones on dispelled my original concerns about their weight in short order. It is a little bulky compared to the first-generation Bose QuietComfort 35s I use for consumer listening, but it\u2019s no less comfortable.<\/p><p>I also use the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/beyerdynamic-DT-880-Edition-Headphones-250-Ohms\/140P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beyerdynamic DT880 semi-open-back headphones<\/a><\/strong> for mixing and studio work, and the ATH-M50x felt like they exerted less pressure on my head than the beyerdynamics did. The earcups swivel and rotate to fit your head shape and the adjustable headband got me a good fit quickly.<\/p><p>In terms of the earpads, they\u2019re firm and have enough give to sit comfortably. They\u2019ve softened over the time I\u2019ve had them to hand now too. It\u2019s not as luxurious as the velour pads of the beyerdynamic DT880, but it still feels soft.\u00a0<\/p><hr \/><h4>Fit and comfort<\/h4><p>These are the most comfortable pair out of the three headphones I\u2019m most familiar with. The headband\u2019s plastic exterior doesn\u2019t feel as tough as the mostly-metal design of the DT880, the extra give in them feels better on the head, and the solid metal interior of the headband doesn\u2019t leave me with any questions on how long they\u2019ll last.<\/p><p>The feel of the ATH-M50x does somewhat highlight the overall space that they sit in as a product, straddling the line between consumer and professional audio equipment. This is to the M50x\u2019s benefit though, as I can \u2013 and have \u2013 kept these headphones on for close to seven hours in a day before with only a few breaks.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Sound quality<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-40689 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-M50x-Headphones-in-use-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Audio-Technica M50x Headphones in use\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>This is where the M50x really won me over. But it wasn\u2019t as immediate as you might expect.<\/p><p>I first found the midrange definition of the Audio-Technicas a little pokey when I first started listening to them. The reason for this was not actually the fault of the headphones, but I\u2019d become more accustomed to the V-shaped sound profile of the Bose QuietComfort.<\/p><p>By comparison, that clear, neutral midrange felt like a bit of a jump. I got used to it by the end of my first day with them, though.<\/p><p>I\u2019ve consulted frequency response graphs for both sets of headphones which confirmed this suspicion to me, as well as several others. The M50x are something of a hybrid between the neutrality of studio headphones and the more flattering characteristics of audiophile headphones.<\/p><p>The M50x has some of the most accurate midrange response I\u2019ve seen in a set of headphones \u2013 especially at this price point, and their treble response is smooth without sacrificing detail.<\/p><p>Bass is present, throughout most of the spectrum. Low-mids, a point which usually gets overlooked as a source of definition by a lot of audio manufacturers is as accurate as anyone could hope for.<\/p><p>The overall result is that almost everything sounds great.<\/p><p>I tested the M50x on podcasts regularly while I worked, and every voice sounded great \u2013 not harsh and sibilant, which I sometimes felt with the hyped treble of the QuietComfort. As far as music was concerned, I tried it on a plethora of albums in various genres to get a feel for what it handled and how.<\/p><p>On my first day reviewing the headphones for music, I felt a little tired and just wanted to get lost in some music, so I stuck to various indie-folk artists. It was hard to find any fault whatsoever with the sound of the headphones on this front for the most part. Although I did notice the kick drums on Bon Iver\u2019s \"Perth\" sounded a little softer than I remembered.<\/p><p>Day two saw me dig into some electronic music. It was at this point I noticed that the low-frequency definition of the M50x is very good until we get into the sub-bass frequencies below around 50 Hz. This area gets exaggerated by the QuietComforts, so I just lost a touch of that extra low punch I was accustomed to. I quickly acclimatised to this<\/p><p>The day of electronica did give me another confirmation, the ATH-M50x have a very good soundstage. I could very comfortably feel the panning in the fingerpicked guitars of <i>Holocene<\/i> and the wildly spacious sound design of Rival Consoles\u2019 <i>Now Is. <\/i>Synths were also easier to follow around the stereo image.<\/p><p>This means they\u2019re great for production too. If I\u2019m doing sound design work, messing around with synth plugins, or shifting elements around in my mixes, I know I\u2019ll be able to rely on what the M50x are telling me. I\u2019ve used monitor speakers where I\u2019ve felt far less confident while making some wild panning effects than I would with these.<\/p><p>Of course, I wouldn\u2019t have fully broken the Audio-Technicas in without one last day of music with some of my favourite artists, so I put some time in with my personal favourites in rap, rock, and metal. This solidified my impression of the bass. There\u2019s still presence in the ultra-low frequencies, but some of that real boom from bass, downtuned guitars, kick drums, and 808s doesn\u2019t always punch quite as hard as I wanted.<\/p><p>The transient response of the ATH-M50x\u2019s 45 mm drivers is very snappy and keeps the definition of drums and fast percussive elements very clear, too. Testing it on the rhythmic interplay of modern, chuggy metalcore guitars and skittering alternative rap beats really made this clear to me. Reverb tails and delays are pretty clear here too.<\/p><p>The treble is clear and full without feeling harsh, which can be a pretty difficult line to walk while tuning particularly studio-based headphones.<\/p><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-40691 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-headphones-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Audio-Technica headphones\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>So, are they up to the task of monitoring while recording? Most definitely. These headphones\u2019 punchy, clear, and pretty flat overall sound is accurate and marginally flattering without being misleading.<\/p><p>I\u2019d happily hand a set of these to a vocalist while recording, and since they\u2019re closed-back, I\u2019d be pretty confident they wouldn\u2019t leak too much either.<\/p><p>I would also happily mix on these headphones, even in denser work with metal bands, I\u2019d feel confident in what the ATH-M50x are telling me.<\/p><p>There are a few points in the frequency response to keep in mind, a dip in the low-mids around 300 to 400 Hz \u2013 a point I usually dip on most instruments anyway, and that sub-bass roll-off that could end up being overcorrected for if you\u2019re not aware of it. But so long as you keep those in mind, you could easily get a balanced mix that translates.<\/p><p>Unlike some speakers and headphones I\u2019ve used, I\u2019m sure I wouldn\u2019t end up with hyper-exaggerated bass or boxy low-mids in my mixes with these as compensation, where I have in other cases. Plus, their linearity through the all-important midrange would lead me to make the right calls with EQ.<\/p><p>What about mastering? While the definition and linearity of the M50x is encouraging, I think I\u2019d opt for higher-end open-backs for mastering - although frankly, I\u2019d rather pick out a set of studio monitors for this kind of work.<\/p><p>The subtleties of dynamics, saturation and surgical EQ I\u2019d need to do, I think I could pull off on the M50x if push came to shove, but there are other options I\u2019d go to for that kind of work under ideal circumstances.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Noise cancellation<\/h4><p>Being closed-backs, the noise isolation of the ATH-M50x will naturally be better than that of most open-backs. However, the general isolation level of these headphones isn\u2019t especially high. Without active noise cancellation, these headphones do tend to pick up sounds around you, not in a particularly defined way, but it is present.<\/p><p>Even in the relative quiet of the Gear4music offices as I write this, I can still hear faint snippets of conversation, the quiet ambient hum of the air conditioning system, and the clicking of my keyboard. It\u2019s not particularly distracting or egregious, but it is present.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re looking for a set to completely and utterly shut out the outside world, these aren\u2019t it. Nor do Audio-Technica claim them to be. External noises are dampened and faded, but if you\u2019re paying attention, they\u2019re still there. For those in subpar environments or who struggle to get absorbed by whatever they\u2019re listening to, you might want to look elsewhere.<\/p><p>In terms of spill, however, I\u2019d gladly trust these on a vocalist in a booth while tracking. At higher volumes, there is some noticeable leakage, but at sensible listening levels, it\u2019s not a problem.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Who are the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones suited to?<\/h3><p>Truthfully, I think the ATH-M50x are pretty great pick for all-purpose headphones. Unless you\u2019re a real bass head who needs those strongly-boosted sub-frequencies, it\u2019s extremely good for getting a neutral yet flattering playback for casual listening. Everything\u2019s full and well-defined, and it\u2019s balanced enough that you\u2019ll get a very good representation of the intended mix of a finished track.<\/p><p>For self-recording musicians with home or portable studios \u2013 guitarists and vocalists especially \u2013 these would be great for monitoring while you record. DJs, producers, and beatmakers would enjoy them too, as their evenness is great for dialling in sound design and effects and representing the full shape of your work.<\/p><p>Bassists and drummers might yearn for stronger sub response as there\u2019s some detail and punch they\u2019ll be missing in that 20 to 40 Hz range, but it doesn\u2019t feel weak, simply less powerful than we\u2019re often used to.<\/p><p>For mixing, I think the ATH-M50x are probably the best value option. They offer performance and reliability that\u2019s hard to get until you reach the range of \u00a3300 to \u00a3400 for high-performance open-backs specifically tailored to mastering.<\/p><p>As far as mastering is concerned, you\u2019d probably want to seek out a higher-performance pair for that extra-detailed level of work, but it\u2019s pretty impressive to see a \u00a3150 set of headphones capably handle everything up to this level of professional audio and casual listening.<\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-40690 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/11\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x.jpg\" alt=\"Audio-Technica ATH-M50x \" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h3>FAQs<\/h3><h4>Are the ATH-M50x still the best?<\/h4><p>The ATH-M50x are still considered among the best headphones for accurate audio reproduction. Known for their balanced sound and durability, they\u2019re widely favoured by audiophiles and professionals. Although newer models exist, their price-to-performance ratio keeps them competitive.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Do ATH-M50x have noise cancellation?<\/h4><p>The ATH-M50x do not have active noise cancellation. They provide decent passive isolation due to their over-ear, closed-back design but lack ANC technology. For users needing active noise cancelling, models like the ATH-M50xBT2 are available with additional features.<\/p><hr \/><h4>What artists use the ATH-M50x?<\/h4><p>Many artists, including Deadmau5, Halsey, and Flying Lotus, use the ATH-M50x for their accurate sound, clarity, balanced response, and reliable build. These headphones are great for mixing and monitoring, and their reputation spans both professional and personal audio settings.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p>The ATH-M50x are an extremely impressive pair of headphones not just for the price, but at any price, and the sizeable praise they receive from audiophiles, producers, musicians, and casual users alike reflects this.<\/p><p>The headphones are comfortable and sturdy, and they sound great. Essentially, they reflect Audio-Technica\u2019s commitment to solid working designs without any unnecessary bells and whistles. They\u2019re not flawless for everything, but for almost any scenario that warrants headphones \u2013 both in audio production and for personal listening - I would be very happy to know that I have this pair to hand.<\/p><p>So, that was our <b>review of the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x<\/b>, an excellent option for anyone. If you happen to be looking for microphones to record with, check out our guide to <strong><a href=\"\/blog\/best-microphones-for-vocals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the best microphones for vocals<\/a><\/strong>. If you\u2019re more of a DJ, we have a fantastic guide to<strong><a href=\"\/blog\/best-dj-setups\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> DJ setups<\/a><\/strong>. More of a producer? Look at <strong><a href=\"\/blog\/mixing-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">our favourite mixing tips and tricks<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>","_et_gb_content_width":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[111,263,266,121],"tags":[226,169,550,104],"class_list":["post-40580","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-live-sound","category-live-sound-reviews","category-studio-reviews","category-studio-production","tag-audio-technica","tag-live-sound","tag-review","tag-studio-production"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Review | Gear4music<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking for a versatile set of headphones? 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