Audio-Technica ATH-M50XSTS
The 45mm drivers deliver an extended 15–28,000 Hz frequency response for accurate monitoring, and the cardioid condenser boom mic captures clean, noise-free voice with excellent off-axis rejection. Two included earpad sets—one for isolation, one for breathability—sustain comfort across long sessions, while the robust build withstands daily studio use. This wired headset is best for streamers and podcasters who need precise monitoring and broadcast-quality mic performance in a closed-back design.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 45
impedance ohms 38
open closed back closed
41 Overall Score
Price MX$4,797
Snapshot
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | leatherette |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 |
| Freq Min | 50 |
| Freq Max | 20000 |
| Impedance | 38 |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | No |
| Cable Length | 2 |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 1 |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | Yes |
| Detachable Mic | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica ATH-M50XSTS | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Bose QuietComfort 884367-1100 | JBL Live 770NC | Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 45 | 40 | 42 | - | 40 | 45 |
| Impedance Ohms | 38 | 314 | 470 | 32 | 32 | 48 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.1 | 5.3 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 24 | 65 | 40 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica ATH-M50XSTS | 33.6 | 93.4 | 37.9 | 82.7 | 52.6 | 6.2 | 27.1 | 36.5 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.5 | 89.4 | 81.5 | 96.9 | 82.1 | 62.1 | 99.2 | 89.5 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 98.5 | 89.4 | 93.8 | 98.5 | 93.1 | 91 | 98.6 | 72.1 |
| Bose QuietComfort 884367-1100 Compare | 92 | 75.5 | 93.8 | 52.9 | 79.6 | 85.7 | 95 | 89.5 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 98.5 | 84.9 | 93.8 | 89.3 | 94.6 | 62.1 | 99.9 | 94.9 |
| Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 Compare | 98.5 | 84.9 | 96.3 | 98.8 | 86.1 | 62.1 | 98.3 | 61.4 |
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