Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2

Audio-Technica

ATH-M50XBT2

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 526670
Model: ATH-M50XBT2
Price: $196.90

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These ATH-M50XBT2s are a serious upgrade for anyone needing reliable, portable monitoring. The improved bass and codec support make a real difference for music production or enjoying high-quality audio on the go. They're a great choice for producers, DJs, or anyone who demands accurate sound and convenience.

Product Description

  • Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT2
  • Headphones
  • Low-latency mode
  • Supports SBC codec
  • LDAC and AAC codecs. Multipoint pairing
  • voice assistants (Amazon Alexa Built-in
  • Google Assistant
  • Siri).
  • A-T Connect App (The A-T Connect App opens up a wide range of options for controlling features such as low-latency mode
  • adjusting EQ settings (and saving directly in the headphones)
  • balance/volume ratio L/R
  • voice assistant selection
  • switching codecs
  • locating misplaced headphones and more).
  • Closed-back
  • Circumaural
  • 45 mm Drivers
  • 90° Swivelling ear cups
  • Control buttons on the headphones
  • Bluetooth version 5.0
  • Up to 50 hours of operating time
  • Frequency range: 15 - 28000 Hz
  • Impedance: 38 Ohm
  • Sound pressure level: 99 dB
  • Weight without cable: 307 g
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes 1.2 m audio cable
  • USB charging cable (USB-C) and bag
PROS
  • • Solid bass response, a noticeable improvement over previous M50 models.
  • • Excellent codec support (LDAC) for high-res audio streaming.
  • • The A-T Connect app unlocks genuinely useful customization options.
  • • Robust build quality; the headband and earcups feel durable.
CONS
  • • Can be slightly fatiguing over long listening sessions due to the closed-back design.
  • • The clamping force is a bit tight, potentially uncomfortable for some users.
  • • Soundstage is relatively narrow, lacking a sense of spaciousness.

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Key Features

Type Closed-back, Circumaural
Driver Size 45 mm
Bluetooth Version 5.0
Battery Life Up to 50 hours
ANC No
Weight 307 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It noticeably reduces input lag, making them suitable for tracking instruments, though slight artifacts can still be present.
The clamping force can be a factor; glasses wearers might experience pressure, and the pleather earcups can warm up over long periods.
The LDAC support puts them ahead of many competitors for high-resolution audio, though the closed-back design impacts soundstage compared to open-back alternatives.

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