Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xWH
The 45mm large-aperture drivers with copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils deliver a critically acclaimed, accurate sound signature that has defined this M-Series model. Its durable, rugged build is complemented by plush sound isolation pads and three interchangeable cables for versatile, long-session comfort. These headphones are best for studio tracking and mixing engineers who need reliable, detailed monitoring with effective passive noise isolation.
form factor on-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 45
open closed back closed
27 Overall Score
Price $179
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Design
| Form Factor | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | plush sound isolation pads |
| Headband | professional-grade earpad and headband material |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xWH | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 | JBL Tune 670NC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | on-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 | 40 | 32 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 314 | 470 | 16 | 34 | 32 |
| 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 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 20 | 50 | 70 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M50xWH | 33.3 | 20.3 | 80.7 | 82.1 | 51.4 | 2.4 | 50.1 | 10.5 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.4 | 88.8 | 80.7 | 96.8 | 81.1 | 61.2 | 99.2 | 89.2 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 98.4 | 88.8 | 93.3 | 98.3 | 92.9 | 90.8 | 98.5 | 71.5 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98.4 | 87 | 93.3 | 94.8 | 76.3 | 34.5 | 88.5 | 98.6 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 95 | 98.8 | 80.7 | 97.9 | 88.9 | 61.2 | 98 | 65.3 |
| JBL Tune 670NC Compare | 98.4 | 74.3 | 80.7 | 88.3 | 95.4 | 90.8 | 99.4 | 98.6 |
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