Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2
Headphones (wireless)

ATH-M50xBT2

Audio-Technica

Released Oct 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Oct 12, 2026

Enjoy rich audio and long listening sessions with these comfortable, user-friendly wireless headphones. The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 scores 84/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the headphones (wireless) category. Coverage includes reviews from Gearbrain, What Hi-Fi?, Musicphotolife, and Slashgear.

Critic Score

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84

based on 4 expert reviews

GearbrainWhat Hi-Fi?MusicphotolifeSlashgear

Low confidence · only 4 reviews

Critics are split: published scores run from 70 (Slashgear) to 90 (Gearbrain) — a 20-point spread.

Average of 4 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score

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Pros

  • Great sound quality(4)
  • Easy to use(3)
  • Comfortable fit(3)
  • Good value(3)
  • Long battery life(2)

Cons

  • No noise cancellation(3)

4 Publication Reviews

90
Independent publication01/2024

AI summary of this review

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 offers professional studio sound and industry-leading battery life at a value price point, though it lacks active noise cancellation.

Publisher score: 9 10

88
Established publication10/2021

AI summary of this review

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 is a highly recommended wireless update to a studio classic, offering powerful sound and great build quality despite the absence of noise-cancelling features.

Score estimated from the review text

87
Independent publication10/2021

AI summary of this review

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 successfully modernizes a classic studio headphone with updated wireless features and excellent audio clarity while maintaining its legendary build and comfort.

Publisher score: 8.7

70
Established publication03/2023

AI summary of this review

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 offers a professional, flat sound signature and great app customization, though it lacks ANC and has some minor design quirks.

Publisher score: 7 / 10