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product_id: 48126732
title: "M50x Professional Monitor Headphones Black"
brand: "audio-technica"
price: "$329.79"
currency: USD
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reviews_count: 13
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# 45mm large-aperture drivers Detachable dual cables included Durable pro-grade earpads & headband M50x Professional Monitor Headphones Black

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** $329.79
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your audio game with the legendary ATH-M50x — hear what the pros hear!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** M50x Professional Monitor Headphones Black by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** $329.79 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- audio-technica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audio-technica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Noise Isolation Mastery:** Circumaural design contours perfectly around ears to block out distractions in any environment.
- • **Proven Longevity & Value:** Trusted by audio engineers for over a decade, these headphones combine premium quality with unbeatable lifespan.
- • **Customizable Connectivity:** Includes two detachable cables for versatile use across devices—plug in and play your way.
- • **Studio-Grade Sound Precision:** Critically acclaimed 45mm drivers deliver crystal-clear, balanced audio that pros swear by.
- • **Ultimate Comfort for Marathon Sessions:** Professional-grade earpads and headband materials ensure durability and all-day wearability.

## Overview

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones feature 45mm large-aperture drivers with rare earth magnets for exceptional sound clarity and accuracy. Designed for professional monitoring, they offer superior comfort with durable earpads and headband materials, plus a circumaural design for effective sound isolation. With two detachable cables included, these wired headphones provide versatile connectivity and have earned a reputation for long-lasting performance and balanced audio favored by top audio engineers worldwide.

## Description

From the manufacturer

Review: Quality, longevity, balanced sound - Amazing balanced sound - performing well above the price point. I've had these for almost 10 years (scary how fast that has gone by) and they are sill going strong, look like new after a couple of upgrades. First, the headband flakes, AT need to address this. My solution was to wrap the headband with Cahomo Linen Repair Patches 10x200 cm, Self-Adhesive Linen Fabric Patches, very easy, looks nice and so comfortable! The earpads needed replacing & I went with SOULWIT Ear Pads with Durable Mesh Fabric. Very happy even after all these years!
Review: Unbeatable headset for music & gaming - I have a background in music technology and degree in commercial music. I have tried many pairs of headphones over the last ten years during my career and we even did a full shootout test at university (which included these AT-MX50s as well as some £600+ Shure headphones); the Audio Technica headphones were the overall favourite by a long way. I've used these for 8+ years now with no major issues. After very heavy, daily use in a studio (and now more for gaming), the headband is just about starting to wear, and I have replaced the ear pads once during their lifetime. You can pick these up for about £15-20 for a pair so no major cost over their lifetime. I will probably buy a new pair in the next couple of years just because of the headband (which can't be replaced), but the current pair will be used as a secondary set for any musicians coming into the studio. For gaming they will give you a flat, but accurate EQ curve which makes the gaming experience very enjoyable. Those of you who like VERY base heavy music/EQ curves probably won't like them as they don't emphasise the low-end like some modern headphones. I recently purchased a SteelSeries Arcticis 7 wireless headset for gaming, but I ended up sending them back and reverting back to the ATs as the sound quality was a significant downgrade (by a long long way; they weren't even close). The only other thing to mention is they do a good job of keeping out unwanted noise and headphone bleed (crucial for recording situations), but they are not as "noise-cancelling" as a dedicated pair of noise cancelling headphones. This is not a major concern for me, and I've warn them on flights to cancel out background noise which was sufficient. In my professional opinion, I am still yet to find a better sounding pair of headphones than the MX-50s, and will be buying another pair when my current one finally dies! Don't fall for paying ridiculous money for hyped headphones like Bose or Beats, when you can buy these which are far better in terms of sound quality and will last a long time. If you really need the wireless aspect, then AT do another version of these called ATH-M50XBT which are the bluetooth version. Just bear in mind you will lose a lot of quality over wireless, but you can also plug them in for when you need the high quality, and use them wireless when walking/flying/listening to music etc.

## Features

- Critically acclaimed sonic performance praised by top audio engineers and pro audio reviewers, with detachable cable (two cables included)
- Proprietary 45 mm large-aperture drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils
- Professional-grade earpad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort
- Circumaural design contours around the ears for ideal sound isolation in loud environments
- Professional monitor headphones deliver accurate audio and outstanding comfort

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00HVLUR86 |
| Age Range Description | Everybody |
| Antenna Location | Indoor |
| Audio Driver Size | 45 Millimetres |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Battery Average Life | 12 Hours |
| Battery Charge Time | 12 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | 961 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 20 in Studio Headphones |
| Box Contents | Cable |
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
| Brand Name | Audio-Technica |
| Cable Features | Detachable |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Computer, Laptop, Phone, Cell Phone, Tablet |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Control Type | Media Control |
| Controller Type | App |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 30,712 Reviews |
| Ear placement | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Over Ear |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| External Testing Certification | Não aplicavel |
| Form factor | Over Ear |
| Frequency Range | 28000 Hz |
| Headphone Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Impedance | 38 Ohms |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Item Type Name | Headphones |
| Item Weight | 0.29 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Audio-Technica |
| Model Name | ATH-M50x |
| Model Number | ATH-M50x |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Noise control | Sound Isolation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Features | Foldable |
| Product Warranty | 2 year Warranty |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB |
| Series Number | 50 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Standard |
| Style Name | Wired |
| Theme | Sound & Recording |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 4 |
| UPC | 700621457916 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology Type | Wi-Fi |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Colour:** Black
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Ear placement:** Over Ear
- **Form factor:** Over Ear
- **Headphone jack:** 3.5 mm Jack
- **Impedance:** 38 Ohms
- **Model name:** ATH-M50x
- **Noise control:** Sound Isolation
- **Sensitivity:** 99 dB

## Images

![M50x Professional Monitor Headphones Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71BR7ivLOAL.jpg)
![M50x Professional Monitor Headphones Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Ec+UaF-cL.jpg)
![M50x Professional Monitor Headphones Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51E8EHBV8WL.jpg)
![M50x Professional Monitor Headphones Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Y5DYfzgbL.jpg)
![M50x Professional Monitor Headphones Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61FuyOVa2zL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the frequency of the technica**
A: Sorry for the late response but if you're still interested, the frequency is between 15 and 28,000 Hz

**Q: do these headphones audio leak?  I want to use them in the office but don't want to annoy people**
A: They're closed back headphones, so they don't leak much. You can have music at a decent-high volume for yourself without other hearing anything.So far no one has complaint in my office.

**Q: hi, i just got these and i feel like the sound quality is not as impressive as i expected. could it be i have a faulty unit or something?**
A: They’re studio monitors; designed for sound engineering so the producer/engineer can hear exactly how the mix sounds and adjust the levels accordingly. If you want something that sounds warmer you’re better off either buying commercial headphones or use a graphic EQ.

**Q: I want a hard case to better protect the M50X, will this case http://amzn.to/1yMdNbq work?**
A: The M50X's fold up in the same was as the Pioneer phones in the image so I should think this case will probably take them quite neatly - but can't be absolutely certain unless I knew all the dimensions down to the millimetre.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality, longevity, balanced sound
*by W***1 on 24 May 2026*

Amazing balanced sound - performing well above the price point. I've had these for almost 10 years (scary how fast that has gone by) and they are sill going strong, look like new after a couple of upgrades. First, the headband flakes, AT need to address this. My solution was to wrap the headband with Cahomo Linen Repair Patches 10x200 cm, Self-Adhesive Linen Fabric Patches, very easy, looks nice and so comfortable! The earpads needed replacing & I went with SOULWIT Ear Pads with Durable Mesh Fabric. Very happy even after all these years!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unbeatable headset for music & gaming
*by J***S on 30 November 2021*

I have a background in music technology and degree in commercial music. I have tried many pairs of headphones over the last ten years during my career and we even did a full shootout test at university (which included these AT-MX50s as well as some £600+ Shure headphones); the Audio Technica headphones were the overall favourite by a long way. I've used these for 8+ years now with no major issues. After very heavy, daily use in a studio (and now more for gaming), the headband is just about starting to wear, and I have replaced the ear pads once during their lifetime. You can pick these up for about £15-20 for a pair so no major cost over their lifetime. I will probably buy a new pair in the next couple of years just because of the headband (which can't be replaced), but the current pair will be used as a secondary set for any musicians coming into the studio. For gaming they will give you a flat, but accurate EQ curve which makes the gaming experience very enjoyable. Those of you who like VERY base heavy music/EQ curves probably won't like them as they don't emphasise the low-end like some modern headphones. I recently purchased a SteelSeries Arcticis 7 wireless headset for gaming, but I ended up sending them back and reverting back to the ATs as the sound quality was a significant downgrade (by a long long way; they weren't even close). The only other thing to mention is they do a good job of keeping out unwanted noise and headphone bleed (crucial for recording situations), but they are not as "noise-cancelling" as a dedicated pair of noise cancelling headphones. This is not a major concern for me, and I've warn them on flights to cancel out background noise which was sufficient. In my professional opinion, I am still yet to find a better sounding pair of headphones than the MX-50s, and will be buying another pair when my current one finally dies! Don't fall for paying ridiculous money for hyped headphones like Bose or Beats, when you can buy these which are far better in terms of sound quality and will last a long time. If you really need the wireless aspect, then AT do another version of these called ATH-M50XBT which are the bluetooth version. Just bear in mind you will lose a lot of quality over wireless, but you can also plug them in for when you need the high quality, and use them wireless when walking/flying/listening to music etc.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ High-end headphones which demand low-end price
*by R***T on 24 November 2015*

The ATH-M50X are a great pick up for everyone who doesn't have the funds to invest in 500 dollar headphones and still wants similar quality. ME: I have been using these for about 7 months. I am not an audiophile, nor a professional reviewer so sorry if I made any technical mistakes! PROS: Build and design: The build is excellent. The headphones are very sturdy and feel and look premium. Take impact well and no damage done when dropped. Even can be worn in light rain (not recommended!) I feel that the design is attractive and the attention to detail by Audio-Technica is unbelievable. The ear cups are extremely cushioned and comfortable and can be worn for many hours without becoming uncomfortable. When they did become uncomfortable on the head taking them off for 5 minutes worked like magic. Convenience: These headphones are extremely portable and practical. The cups swivel 180 degrees from one side to the other, which isn't necessary but is a nice bonus. The best thing is that the headphones easily fold up vertically, which reduces their size and bulk vastly. Thus the headphones can easily be transported. They are also relatively light, and they fit perfectly into the premium leather bag. I use my M50Xs mainly with my phone, they are very suitable for mobile use. The cables can be switched, however since there is a special jack only the three provided cables can be used, not a custom wire. The provided cables are a 1m cable, a 3m coiled cable and a 3m straight cable. This wasn't an issue for me, as the 1m one is perfect for mobile use, the coiled one exceptional for PC use and the other 3m cable suitable for when I needed more reach, like when my phone was plugged in far away etc. Sound: Coming from a non-audiophile this is by far the biggest pro. The sound quality blows me away every time I use the headphones. The bass is punchy and sounds realistic, the highs, mids and lows all sound excellent and instruments, sound and effects can be heard which you wouldn't here without headphones on. Very neutral and not modified sound, you hear what the artists intended you to. There isn't much else I can say about sound quality, you have got to try these on to understand what I mean. The other aspects of the sound are the volume, the max volume is really loud, even too loud for my ears, and noise isolation. While there is no active noise cancelling the puffy ear cups do stop lots of the noise coming in. Rarely, this can be a con like when someone is calling your name, but in general this is an excellent feature. I can't hear anything from the outside world when music is playing. Conversely, there is little to no sound leakage. No strangers or parents can hear that you have a secret passion for Justin Bieber! Price and Comparison: In its price bracket, I feel these are the best headphones by far. I have tried a few more expensive headphones which have a worse sound quality. Beats by Dre for instance, cost so much more for worse sound quality and enhanced bass and highs. Well worth your money. Another pro which doesn't fit in to any category is that no amp is needed for them to work, making the price seem even better. CONS: There are hardly any. The main ones are that none of the cables include a mic, so phone calls can be annoying, but how often do you take a phone call while listening to music anyway? The headphones can be slightly bulky even while folded. Because of the special jack I can't use my custom cable. A mentioned, after hours of use get a bit uncomfortable. VERDICT: As you can see, the Pros outweigh the Cons by far. Audio-Technica would get 6 stars from me for immaculate headphones! Best value headphones (quality for price) on the market.

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