ATH-M50x
Audio-TechnicaReleased Dec 1, 2012 · Analysis updated Mar 30, 2026
Studio headphones with comfortable fit, detachable cable, and excellent sound isolation for accurate monitoring. The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x scores 84/100 based on 41 expert reviews in the headphones (wired) category. Coverage includes reviews from Performermag, Musictech, Wired, and Prosoundpicks.
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Pros
- Comfortable for extended use(25)
- Detachable cables(21)
- Good sound isolation(16)
- Good value for the price(14)
- Fantastic sound quality(12)
Cons
- Plastic-heavy build(6)
- Sound is not for everyone(5)
41 Publication Reviews
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The ATH-M50x may be the finest pair of mixing headphones we've ever auditioned in this price range.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones deliver excellent sound quality, comfort, and practical features that make them ideal for studio monitoring and mixing.
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The new ATH-M50x has the same sound as the previous version, but with a few added features.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x is a trusted, versatile headphone that bridges the gap between professional monitoring and casual listening.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50X are my current favorite headphones and in this review you will find out why.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones are among the best-sounding you'll find for less than $200, offering excellent build quality and very detailed, balanced sound.
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Great sound and good comfort make the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x a smash.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x closed-back studio monitor headphones live up to the hype with excellent sound quality, comfort, and value at under $150.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x meets all of our demands with unquestionably accurate audio, outstanding comfort, and versatility for both field and studio monitoring.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50 is a well-built, comfortable, and versatile headphone that offers excellent value for its price point.
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The ATH-M50x is a powerful sounding headphone with good low-end grunt that retains tightness and control, making it excellent for monitoring purposes.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x is an incredible headphone that earns its reputation each time I use it, despite growing competition throughout the years.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 is a sonic gem that awards brand enthusiasts with strong connectivity and playtime in a retro package.
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For the money these are exceptionally sounding headphones.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M series offers professional monitor headphones with varying sound characteristics across models, with the M50x being the top choice for both studio monitoring and music listeni...
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The Audio Technica ATH-M50x is the latest revision of a legendary headphone, and with this iteration I feel their position in the pantheon of all-time great headphones is permanently secure.
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Audio-Technica's range gives you a lot of headphone for not very much money.
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The M50x may be more expensive than the outgoing M50 (which is now under £100) but it's worth it.
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The ATH-M50x maintains the trusted sound quality of its predecessor with improved cable options and remains a reliable choice for professional monitoring.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x is an exceptional pair of headphones that remains relevant even now, with clarity and overall resolution that have no business being this good at this price point.
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The ATH-M50x is the worthy successor to the original Audio-Technica ATH-M50 headphones with the key upgrade being detachable locking cables.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional headphones are a serious professional monitoring solution both production studios and for the DJ in the mix.
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For audiophiles, DJs and producers it can be hard to find a good pair of professional monitor headphones that are easy on the eyes and your wallet.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x remains a solid choice for anyone seeking high-quality sound without breaking the bank, offering durability, versatile sound profile, and affordable price.
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The Audio-Technica 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 ca...
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Topnotch headphones for studio use, DJ'ing or purely listening pleasure.
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The Audio Technica ATH-M50x has been the consistent favorite among audio professionals, receiving 31.5% of votes in a headphone survey.
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The Audio Technica ATH-M50X headphones offer superior clarity, comfort, and durability at a reasonable price point, making them an excellent choice for both professionals and enthusiasts.
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The ATH-M50X has received praise from the best audio engineers in the game, resulting in it becoming the Japanese company’s most critically acclaimed model.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x impresses professionals with exceptional performance and delivers reliable quality for studio and personal listening.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50X are lively, have an extra hit of bass and make for a particularly involving listen if you prefer electronic music to introspective singer-songwriters.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x delivers very good overall sound with a warmish to neutral character, though it has some minor audio imperfections and comfort issues.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x offers great sound quality at a fairly reasonable price for over ear headphones.
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Fun to listen to, comfortable and robust, the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x is an audio design classic
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The ATH-M50xBT is a jack-of-all-trades headphone that successfully checks off most boxes, with an inoffensive sound signature, good sound, portability, and an excellent battery life.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x headphones give equal attention to the lows, mids, and highs, which makes them ideal for studio use.
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The Audio Technica ATH-M50x is a now-classic, well-performing set of over-the-ear, studio-wired headphones that come in under $200.
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A great effort from Audio Technica: these are a good pair of portable over-ears
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x are very good headphones that don't quite suit the reviewer's current needs.
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The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 headphones offer flat sound ideal for studio mixing, comfortable wear, and reasonable pricing, but have some usability issues and may not suit all listeners.
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