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Audio-Technica ATH-M50x 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
44 Overall Score
Price CA$257
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong mic (91th percentile) 91th
- Strong sound (76th percentile) 76th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (14th percentile)
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)
- Below average social proof (25th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
What owners think
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.7 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-M50x ATH-M50xSTS | Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 | Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 | Bowers & Wilkins Px7 Px7 S3 | JBL Live 770NC | Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 45 | 42 | 30 | 40 | 40 | - |
| Impedance Ohms | 38 | 470 | 48 | 33 | 32 | 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 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 30 | 65 | 24 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica ATH-M50x ATH-M50xSTS | 30.4 | 91.2 | 34.5 | 75.5 | 44.3 | 15.1 | 13.9 | 24.5 |
| Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 97.5 | 85.1 | 77.1 | 95.1 | 89.1 | 79.2 | 97.5 | 75.1 |
| Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 Compare | 97.5 | 91.2 | 92.3 | 90.2 | 72.5 | 79.2 | 99.7 | 88.9 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px7 Px7 S3 Compare | 97.5 | 98.4 | 77.1 | 93.2 | 72.5 | 65.5 | 98.6 | 79.1 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.5 | 97.2 | 84.9 | 91.5 | 50.6 | 99.9 | 93.9 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 87.3 | 78.5 | 95.9 | 48.1 | 68.9 | 79.2 | 99.3 | 79.1 |
Price
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