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Black over-ear headphones with silver accents and detachable cable

Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones

SKU CH-XRY6-GQWY4

Professional closed-back studio monitor headphones with detachable cable and 50 ohms input impedance for critical audio monitoring

  • ImpedanceOhms
  • Product typeHeadphone
  • Professional studio monitoring with critically acclaimed sonic signature
  • Detachable cable adds convenience and easy replacement
  • Closed-back design isolates sound for accurate listening
  • Large aperture drivers deliver detailed audio reproduction
  • Robust construction built for demanding professional use

Professional studio monitoring headphones

The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x is a closed-back headphone designed for critical listening in home and professional studio environments. It is built for audio engineers and reviewers who require accurate sonic reproduction for mixing and mastering tasks. This model is not suited for listeners seeking wireless convenience or active noise cancellation features.

Detachable cable system for field reliability

The updated M-Series line introduces a detachable cable, replacing the fixed cable of earlier versions. This change allows users to replace a damaged lead quickly or swap cable lengths without soldering, reducing downtime during sessions. The accessory directly addresses cable failure, a common point of wear in daily professional use.

Robust construction with large aperture drivers

The headphones feature large aperture drivers housed in sound-isolating earcups built for durability. The closed-back design prevents sound leakage during tracking and provides isolation in loud environments. The physical build supports frequent handling and transport between studio locations without compromising structural integrity.

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Price $127.99
Pricier than about 89% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAudio-Technica
Model nameATH-M50X
Product typeHeadphone
Audio & video
ImpedanceOhms

Questions about this item

How often will the detachable cable need replacing with daily studio use?

The detachable cable is designed for repeated connection cycles in professional environments; replace it only if the locking mechanism wears or the conductors show signal loss.

What limits continuous listening sessions at reference volumes?

The closed-back earcups provide strong isolation, so ear fatigue from sound pressure builds before the 50 ohm drivers reach thermal limits.

How much heat do the earcups generate during an eight-hour mix session?

Passive drivers produce negligible heat; the earcups stay near room temperature because only the audio signal passes through the 50 ohm voice coils.

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