Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones – Black

45mm Large-Aperture Drivers · 15Hz–28kHz

The Sound That Made It Famous

The M50x uses larger 45mm drivers than the rest of the M-Series, with rare-earth magnets and copper-clad aluminium voice coils. The result is the sound engineers and reviewers have praised for years: clear, detailed mids and highs, with deep and accurate bass that has weight without swamping the mix. Vocals and instruments are presented in detail, making the M50x equally good for tracking, mixing, DJ monitoring and simply enjoying music, films and games. At 38 ohms with 99dB sensitivity it is easy to drive from an audio interface, mixer, laptop, phone adapter or games controller — because it is powered by the audio jack alone, there is no battery to charge and no Bluetooth latency.

3 Detachable Cables · 6.3mm Adapter

A Cable for Every Setup

Three detachable cables come in the box, each suited to a different way of working: a 1.2–3m coiled cable for the studio desk, drum kit or DJ booth, where it stretches when you move and stays tidy when you do not; a 3m straight cable for working at a distance from your interface or mixer; and a short 1.2m straight cable for use with a phone, laptop or games controller on the go. All three have gold-plated 3.5mm plugs with strain relief and lock into the left earcup, and a screw-on 6.3mm (1/4″) adapter is included for professional headphone sockets. Because the cable detaches, a worn or damaged lead is a simple swap rather than a reason to replace the headphones.

90° Swivel · Fold-Flat · Closed-Back

Studio Comfort, Travel-Ready

The closed-back, circumaural earcups seal around your ears for strong passive isolation — helpful in a noisy room, on a commute and when recording, because little sound leaks out into the microphone. Each earcup swivels 90° for easy one-ear monitoring, the classic way DJs cue the next track. Professional-grade earpads and headband material are built for comfort over long sessions and for durability over years of use, and Audio-Technica sells replacement earpads and headbands. The M50x collapses and folds flat, and a protective carry pouch is included, so it moves easily between home, studio, office and travel. It weighs about 285 grams without the cable.

Right choice if you…

✔ Want the best-known studio headphone for recording and mixing
✔ Want one pair for studio, DJing, gaming and everyday listening
✔ Want three detachable cables and a fold-flat design
✔ Prefer wired sound with no battery and no Bluetooth latency

Consider something else if…

✘ You want wireless Bluetooth headphones — these are wired
✘ You want the flattest possible tuning for critical mixing — consider the M40x
✘ You need a built-in microphone for calls — there is none

Audio-Technica ATH-M50x — Technical Specifications

In the Box

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the ATH-M50x different from the M40x?

The M50x has larger 45mm drivers with deeper bass and a wider 15Hz–28kHz range, and includes three detachable cables instead of two. The M40x is tuned flatter for critical mixing.

Which cables are included?

Three detachable cables: a 1.2–3m coiled cable, a 3m straight cable and a 1.2m straight cable, all with gold-plated 3.5mm plugs, plus a screw-on 6.3mm adapter.

Are they good for gaming?

Yes. They plug into a controller, PC or console with a 3.5mm jack, need no battery and have no wireless latency. There is no built-in microphone.

Do they fold?

Yes. The ATH-M50x collapses and folds flat, and a protective carry pouch is included.

Are they wireless?

No. This is the wired ATH-M50x. It has no Bluetooth and no built-in microphone.

Condition

Brand New — Retail Packaging

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty (Audio-Technica)

Delivery

Fully Tracked

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