Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Professional Studio Monitor Headphone – Black

Audio-Technica ATH-M50X Specs

• Brand : Audio Technica
• Model : M-50x
• Type Closed-back dynamic
• Driver Diameter 45mm
• Magnet Neodymium
• Voice Coil CCAW (Copper-clad aluminum wire)
• Frequency Response 15 – 28,000 Hz
• Maximum Input Power 1,600 mW @ 1KHz
• Sensitivity 99 dB
• Impedance 38 ohms
• Folding/collapsible Yes
• Weight 285g without cable/connector
• Cable – Detachable Yes
• Cable 1.2m-3m coiled, 3m straight, 1.2m straight cables
• Connector Gold-plated stereo 1/8” (3.5 mm) connector with strain relief
• Accessories Included Screw-on 1/4” adapter, pouch

Features:

• Critically acclaimed sonic performance praised by top audio engineers and pro audio reviewers
• Proprietary 45 mm large-aperture drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coil
• 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° swiveling earcups for easy, one-ear monitoring
• Professional-grade earpad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort
• Collapsible for space-saving portability
• Detachable cables (includes 1.2 m – 3.0 m coiled cable, 3.0 m straight cable and 1.2 m straight cable)
• Top choice for studio tracking and mixing, as well as DJ monitoring and personal listening

Closed-back vs. open-back headphones

Sometimes referred to as simply “closed” and “open,” this distinction addresses the design of the part of the headphone that covers the area behind the driver in a straight line away from the side of your head. Closed-back headphones like the ATH-M50x prevent sound from escaping and leaking into your microphone. The downside of this design is that it traps pressure inside the headphone, which creates false low frequencies. Open-back headphones, on the other hand, don’t suffer from this issue. They deliver outstanding accuracy and clarity that are suitable for critical listening.

Circumaural vs. supra-aural headphones

In layman’s terms, these words simply mean “over ear” (circumaural) and “on ear” (supra-aural). In the case of headphones, this refers to the design of the earcup, which is the cushion that sits between the headphone’s speakers (drivers) and your ear. Supra-aural headphones are rarely used for professional applications; although, they’re great for casual listening — especially if you need to be aware of what’s going on around you. On the other hand, over-ear headphones such as the ATH-M50x offer excellent attenuation of external noise.