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# 45mm large aperture drivers Detachable cable & foldable design Circumaural sound isolation Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black, Professional Grade, Critically Acclaimed, with Detachable Cable

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** ¥57180
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## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game with the pro’s choice — hear every detail, feel every beat.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black, Professional Grade, Critically Acclaimed, with Detachable Cable by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** ¥57180 with free shipping
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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

- • **Customizable Comfort:** 90° swiveling earcups and premium padding for all-day wear without fatigue.
- • **Built to Last & Adapt:** Robust aluminum enclosure with foldable design and detachable cable for ultimate portability.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly connects to phones, tablets, and desktops with a standard 3.5mm jack.
- • **Immersive Noise Isolation:** Circumaural earcups block distractions so you stay locked in your creative zone.
- • **Studio-Grade Sonic Precision:** Critically acclaimed by top audio pros for unmatched clarity and deep bass.

## Overview

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50X headphones deliver professional-grade audio with 45mm large aperture drivers, exceptional frequency response (20Hz–28kHz), and circumaural design for superior sound isolation. Featuring a detachable cable, foldable build, and premium comfort materials, these critically acclaimed studio monitors are trusted by audio engineers worldwide for precise, immersive listening.

## Description

As the most critically acclaimed model in the M-Series line, the ATH-M50 is praised by top audio engineers and pro audio reviewers year after year. Now, the ATH-M50x professional studio monitor headphones feature the same coveted sonic signature, with the added feature of detachable cables. From the large aperture drivers, sound isolating earcups and robust construction, the M50x provides an unmatched experience for the most critical audio professionals.

Review: Simply Amazing. - As the title reads, these headphones have meet or rather amazingly exceeded my rather high expectations from the m50's. The range of music that these can be used for is absolutely stunning. I've listened to everything from Beethoven's symphonies/sonatas, Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side of the Moon', The Smiths, Kanye West's discography, to even Skrillex. The headphone's excel in almost every category of music. I reassure you that I am not ignorant or naive when on the topic of headphones. I have throughly listened to and even owned the Bose QC15's, Audio-techinca anc-9, Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro's, Monster Inspirations, Parrot Zik, V-moda M100/lp/lp2, and even the infamous Beats by Dre Studios. Certainly these are not audiophile headphones (as I am no audiophile), but rather headphones that can be used and bought by the average consumer. With these I have found that the m50's are certainly in the top in terms of value for money. Obviously the noise cancelling headphones are priced much higher than the m50, and rightly so. But I have found that when noise cancellation in activated there is slight ambient noise created by the headphones themselves, which in all honestly may not be a concern to most people but it is for me. If you are a travelling person that is exposed to lots of noisy situations the qc15 or the and-9's are the better fit for you. I myself transit much of the time. However, the loudness at which I play my music blocks out much of the noise (with the m50s which is around 50%). It all depends on how much noise that surrounds an individual. Now concerning the sound quality. The m50's are all-round headphones that play all kinds of music extremely well, as stated before. i must warn bass heads that the bass you are looking for may not satisfy your tastes. I found the bass to be just the right amount without muffling the mids or highs which is how I like it. If you want more bass go with the M100's or the Beyerdynamics COP with adjustable bass. Actually I thought the Beyerdynamic's sound signature was the closest to the m50's if the bass level with around 1.5 clicks from the top. Furthermore, the Beyer's are in the same price range as the m50x. Now with the different types of music. The symphonies (especially the Symphony No. 5 in C minor by Beethoven) in Flac format was simply incredible. It was like I was sitting front and centre listening to a live orchestra, with the violins towards the left and the violas, cellos, and basses towards the right. The strings were resonating beautifully. Now on to the late 60's and 70's with Simon and Garfunkel, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, and many more. There were details that songs like Time, Money, The Boxer, Yellow Submarine, and many more that I haven't heard before so distinctively. Now with a great pair of headphone's I can truly appreciate the sound and subtleties the artists intended for us to hear. The 80's with The Smiths, Queen, and Michael Jackson just to name a few was a revolutionary decade. Once again the details exposed are stunning on almost every single artist and track. People reading this maybe more concerned with modern music and I have to say the headphones do a great job in bringing life to music. The headphones do justice to musical tastes throughout. There are many artists personally that these headphones truly do justice to: Radiohead, Outkast, Biggie, MF Doom, Eminem, Jay Z, Coldplay, Kanye West, Arcade Fire, Green Day, Death Grips, Beyonce, Kid Cudi, Drake, Frank Ocean, The Weeknd, Kendrick Lamar, Bon Iver, Daft Punk, and the list goes on. Simply put, these headphones live up to the hype and I personally recommend them to almost everyone who has a passion for music. The headphones are practically a bargain with amazing sound quality. Full marks from me. PS I recommend FLAC files, the extra memory it takes up is definitely worth it. Also, if you can afford an amp or dac I would get one, the fiio amp/dacs are fairly affordable and do make a noticeable difference.
Review: Best closed back headphones out there. - PREFACE: The last two 5 star reviews I posted on desertcart for two different pair of headphones, they were posted but when I went back to add something, both had been removed by desertcart after posted and said "they went against community standards'. There wasn't anything offensive and they were both 100% positive so I am not sure what went against "community standards", but I am gonna try again with these. We shall see.... I have several pair of open back headphones and only one pair of closed back, which is the Sennheiser HD 280. I wanted a second pair of closed back. I debated between these and the Sony 7506. Rather than ask desertcart's AI which was better (as you never get an answer), I decided to ask Google's AI, as they will state which is the better "all around" of the two. Audio Technica came out hands down in every category. So Audio Technica is was. I should mention I also have the Audio Technica 50X, open back headphones; I ill get to that later. I am not a "true audiophile' like many who post, but I know what I like. I still use my setup fro 1974 which is Sansui receiver/amp, JBL L50 speakers (back when both brands were excellent) and a Technics 1200 table along with two OPPO blu ray/SACD players. Now to the headphones. First, they are powerful and very very loud. I had to turn the volume down to "2" so I didn't go deaf. With all the other headphones I play around "4 or 5". This proved to me that higher "ohms" do not make headphones louder as my other closed back is Sennheiser HD280 and those are 64 ohms, these are only 38 ohms. So that was a lesson learned. Second, they are very well built, comfortable and look great. Third, the sound is very very balanced, even more so than some of my open backs and they have a great sound stage to them, which is not a trait with closed backs but they do. I am hearing things on these I have not heard on any of my other headphones, closed back or open back. Point of reference, the open backs I have are Sennheiser (4 pair), beyerdynamics (1 pair) and Audio Technica (1 pair and it the the 50 X is open back). Why I did my research on these, I was hesitant because the 50X open back , honestly are poor sounding compared to the Sennheiser open backs. The At's have no bass, but these closed backs have incredible bass and treble and neither high, mids or low are overshadowed by the other. As I stated my other closed back is Sennheiser HD280 and I love the way those sound, until now. I have had Sennheisers since 1970 and I am a true fan of the brand, but this particular pair of AT's has just blown me away with its clarity. After becoming use to open back headphones I never though I could ever listen to closed back again, but these have proven me wrong and it pains me to say it sound better than the Sennheiser 280 in all around clarity and depth of the highs-mid-lows. While I am not gonna go closed back headphones purchasing happy as two pair are enough and I see no reason for a third especially with the ATs, I will still continue to purchase open backs but again the AT 50 closed back may sound better than open backs. I am truly love these headphones, especially after my disappointment with the 50X open backs. These are worth the money not only for sound but for durability as they are not all plastic but have metal components. Let's see if this review goes against "community standards"

## Features

- Critically acclaimed sonic performance praised by top audio engineers and pro audio reviewers
- Proprietary 45 millimeter large aperture drivers with rare earth magnets and copper clad aluminum wire voice coils
- Exceptional clarity throughout an extended frequency range, with deep, accurate bass response
- Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments
- 90 degree swiveling earcups for easy, one ear monitoring, and professional grade earpad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort
- Professional grade studio monitor headphones with a detachable cable

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00HVLUR86 |
| Additional Features | Foldable |
| Age Range Description | Adult,Teen |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #148 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #2 in Recording Headphone Audio Monitors |
| Bluetooth Version | 4 |
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
| Brand Name | Audio-Technica |
| Built-In Media | HEADPHONE |
| Cable Features | Detachable |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Cell Phones, Tablets, Desktops, Laptops |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | App |
| Control Type | Volume Control |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 33,895 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 1 years |
| Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Around-the-ear |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum |
| External Testing Certification | Não aplicavel |
| Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz - 28,000 Hz |
| Frequency Response | 28000 hertz |
| Generation | 2 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Headphone Folding Features | Over Ear |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Impedance | 38 ohm |
| Input-Device Interface | Audio jack |
| Item Type Name | Professional Monitor Headphones, Black |
| Item Weight | 0.29 kg |
| Manufacturer | Audio-Technica |
| Mfr Part Number | AUD ATHM50X |
| Model Name | M50x |
| Model Number | ATH-M50x |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Noise Control Features | sound isolation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Sensitivity | 99 db |
| Series Number | 50 |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal |
| Style Name | Standard M50x |
| Theme | Fantasy |
| UPC | 700621457916 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 2 year warranty on parts and labor |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | wired |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 38 ohm

## Images

![Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Black, Professional Grade, Critically Acclaimed, with Detachable Cable - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71G5OkSr2zL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How does it compare to the Monster Inspiration Active Noise Canceling Headphones?**
A: Not sure about the Inspiration Actives but I have the regular Monster Inspiration over-ear headphones and they are just as capable and impressive as my ath-m50x.  The people who are commenting saying the 50x is so much better than the Inspirations are showing true ignorance.  The sound stage is actually slightly better on the Inspirations.  Monster makes a wide range of headphones not all of which are just Beats clones.  For people who own headphones like the Inspirations, the HD558's, JBL S500's... you will be disappointed if you think the ath-m50x will blow you away.

**Q: This model has no battery (replaceable or rechargeable), right? Does it tend to drain the battery of your iPod / iPhone rapidly, to run its processor?**
A: Headphones don't drain batteries. They just talked the juice from the headphone amp. I think with the agent of so many consumer grade headphones with noise cancellation or built in amplifiers we have a slew of people completely confused and misinformed with  the basics of audio gear. These are the same. people that would have to call a computer tech to plug in computer monitor to a computer. These are the same people that will give a bad review to ga reat product simply because that  don't understand  the products intended use.

**Q: Is there a reasonably priced and easily installed earcup padding replacement parts kit available? Bad experience with dissolving AT earcups.**
A: I use Wicked Cushions, but NOT the large ones they advertise for M50X headphones, rather the ones for Sony MDR7506. Forget all the warnings blah blah from WC about them being only for MDR7506, those earpads fit AT M40/50X headphones and most importantly SOUND almost EXACTLY LIKE OEM AT pads. No loss of bass but since the interior layer over the driver is thicker, high end may be ever so slightly attenuated. I quite like it. So much I got another pair for my M40X

**Q: How's the frequency range? I thought I read the specs somewhere, but can't find em now... How do these compare to the $500+ Sennheiser HD models?**
A: Not as balanced as HD600, somewhat similarly bass and treble boosted like HD650. Annoying 10kHz frequency peak like any other closed-back headphone. HD600 and HD650 boast far higher resolution and much better clarity, bigger and more accurate stereo field (though they don't excel at this like AKG's K701 or Hifiman orthodynamic headphones), they're meant for high-end playback systems, M50x is just a cheap, decent monitor (though not as good as M40x and M70x at that, in my experience).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simply Amazing.
*by J***R on March 3, 2014*

As the title reads, these headphones have meet or rather amazingly exceeded my rather high expectations from the m50's. The range of music that these can be used for is absolutely stunning. I've listened to everything from Beethoven's symphonies/sonatas, Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side of the Moon', The Smiths, Kanye West's discography, to even Skrillex. The headphone's excel in almost every category of music. I reassure you that I am not ignorant or naive when on the topic of headphones. I have throughly listened to and even owned the Bose QC15's, Audio-techinca anc-9, Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro's, Monster Inspirations, Parrot Zik, V-moda M100/lp/lp2, and even the infamous Beats by Dre Studios. Certainly these are not audiophile headphones (as I am no audiophile), but rather headphones that can be used and bought by the average consumer. With these I have found that the m50's are certainly in the top in terms of value for money. Obviously the noise cancelling headphones are priced much higher than the m50, and rightly so. But I have found that when noise cancellation in activated there is slight ambient noise created by the headphones themselves, which in all honestly may not be a concern to most people but it is for me. If you are a travelling person that is exposed to lots of noisy situations the qc15 or the and-9's are the better fit for you. I myself transit much of the time. However, the loudness at which I play my music blocks out much of the noise (with the m50s which is around 50%). It all depends on how much noise that surrounds an individual. Now concerning the sound quality. The m50's are all-round headphones that play all kinds of music extremely well, as stated before. i must warn bass heads that the bass you are looking for may not satisfy your tastes. I found the bass to be just the right amount without muffling the mids or highs which is how I like it. If you want more bass go with the M100's or the Beyerdynamics COP with adjustable bass. Actually I thought the Beyerdynamic's sound signature was the closest to the m50's if the bass level with around 1.5 clicks from the top. Furthermore, the Beyer's are in the same price range as the m50x. Now with the different types of music. The symphonies (especially the Symphony No. 5 in C minor by Beethoven) in Flac format was simply incredible. It was like I was sitting front and centre listening to a live orchestra, with the violins towards the left and the violas, cellos, and basses towards the right. The strings were resonating beautifully. Now on to the late 60's and 70's with Simon and Garfunkel, Pink Floyd, The Beatles, and many more. There were details that songs like Time, Money, The Boxer, Yellow Submarine, and many more that I haven't heard before so distinctively. Now with a great pair of headphone's I can truly appreciate the sound and subtleties the artists intended for us to hear. The 80's with The Smiths, Queen, and Michael Jackson just to name a few was a revolutionary decade. Once again the details exposed are stunning on almost every single artist and track. People reading this maybe more concerned with modern music and I have to say the headphones do a great job in bringing life to music. The headphones do justice to musical tastes throughout. There are many artists personally that these headphones truly do justice to: Radiohead, Outkast, Biggie, MF Doom, Eminem, Jay Z, Coldplay, Kanye West, Arcade Fire, Green Day, Death Grips, Beyonce, Kid Cudi, Drake, Frank Ocean, The Weeknd, Kendrick Lamar, Bon Iver, Daft Punk, and the list goes on. Simply put, these headphones live up to the hype and I personally recommend them to almost everyone who has a passion for music. The headphones are practically a bargain with amazing sound quality. Full marks from me. PS I recommend FLAC files, the extra memory it takes up is definitely worth it. Also, if you can afford an amp or dac I would get one, the fiio amp/dacs are fairly affordable and do make a noticeable difference.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best closed back headphones out there.
*by T***S on March 2, 2026*

PREFACE: The last two 5 star reviews I posted on Amazon for two different pair of headphones, they were posted but when I went back to add something, both had been removed by Amazon after posted and said "they went against community standards'. There wasn't anything offensive and they were both 100% positive so I am not sure what went against "community standards", but I am gonna try again with these. We shall see.... I have several pair of open back headphones and only one pair of closed back, which is the Sennheiser HD 280. I wanted a second pair of closed back. I debated between these and the Sony 7506. Rather than ask Amazon's AI which was better (as you never get an answer), I decided to ask Google's AI, as they will state which is the better "all around" of the two. Audio Technica came out hands down in every category. So Audio Technica is was. I should mention I also have the Audio Technica 50X, open back headphones; I ill get to that later. I am not a "true audiophile' like many who post, but I know what I like. I still use my setup fro 1974 which is Sansui receiver/amp, JBL L50 speakers (back when both brands were excellent) and a Technics 1200 table along with two OPPO blu ray/SACD players. Now to the headphones. First, they are powerful and very very loud. I had to turn the volume down to "2" so I didn't go deaf. With all the other headphones I play around "4 or 5". This proved to me that higher "ohms" do not make headphones louder as my other closed back is Sennheiser HD280 and those are 64 ohms, these are only 38 ohms. So that was a lesson learned. Second, they are very well built, comfortable and look great. Third, the sound is very very balanced, even more so than some of my open backs and they have a great sound stage to them, which is not a trait with closed backs but they do. I am hearing things on these I have not heard on any of my other headphones, closed back or open back. Point of reference, the open backs I have are Sennheiser (4 pair), beyerdynamics (1 pair) and Audio Technica (1 pair and it the the 50 X is open back). Why I did my research on these, I was hesitant because the 50X open back , honestly are poor sounding compared to the Sennheiser open backs. The At's have no bass, but these closed backs have incredible bass and treble and neither high, mids or low are overshadowed by the other. As I stated my other closed back is Sennheiser HD280 and I love the way those sound, until now. I have had Sennheisers since 1970 and I am a true fan of the brand, but this particular pair of AT's has just blown me away with its clarity. After becoming use to open back headphones I never though I could ever listen to closed back again, but these have proven me wrong and it pains me to say it sound better than the Sennheiser 280 in all around clarity and depth of the highs-mid-lows. While I am not gonna go closed back headphones purchasing happy as two pair are enough and I see no reason for a third especially with the ATs, I will still continue to purchase open backs but again the AT 50 closed back may sound better than open backs. I am truly love these headphones, especially after my disappointment with the 50X open backs. These are worth the money not only for sound but for durability as they are not all plastic but have metal components. Let's see if this review goes against "community standards"

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Six years later, still a great studio asset
*by J***H on October 2, 2026*

I’ve owned my M50Xs for about six years, and they still work perfectly. The design is classic and instantly recognizable. The included cables are useful, too, especially the coiled and the long straight one for studio use. Comfort: They’re comfortable without squeezing my head. The original cushioning feels light and relatively thin rather than dense and plush. It isn’t necessarily uncomfortable, but the pads and headband covering do wear. I replaced the ear pads after roughly four years and recently replaced the peeling headband covering. With those refreshed, they look almost new. Sound quality: Sound quality is very good, and my Scarlett 2i2 drove them without any trouble. I enjoy the bass and find it controlled in my use, though they aren’t perfectly neutral. Studio use: I primarily recommend them for tracking. There’s a little sound bleed, so I keep monitoring volume sensible around mics, but it hasn’t been a major issue for me. For mixing, I wouldn’t use them as my only reference. They’re useful, just not the final word. Overall: 4.5 out of 5. After six years, I haven’t noticed any loss of sound quality, and they’re still dependable. Pads and headband are consumables, but for tracking, everyday listening, and a solid studio workhorse, they’ve earned their place.

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