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Audio-Technica ATH-A500X

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Consumer ratings:
3.9 / 5
Editorial reviews:
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3 editorial reviews
After nine long years, the Japanese company has released the ATH-A500X as an upgrade to its ATH-A500. Being monitor headphones specialized in mixing and making music, let's take a look at what these hi-fi ear cups will bring to the table.Read more
With the ATH-A500, Audio Technica has produced a set of cans that really should be on your audition listRead more
The largest headphone in the group has some serious hi-fi credentialsRead more
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Cons

  • are of the closed-back variety

Key specs

  • 48 Ω
  • 5, 30000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • Over-Ear
  • Wired

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Audio-Technica ATH-A500X - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
53 mm
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Driver size: 400 mm
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48 Ω
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Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
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290 g
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Audio-Technica ATH-A500X - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
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Dimensions
Weight10.23 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
Cable length3
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyes
Type of connector3.5mm
USBno
Detachable cableno
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
CategoryAudiophile
Connector contacts platingGold
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Sound
Impedance48.0 Ω
Frequency range5 - 30000
Diaphragm diameter2.1 in
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size2.09 in
Maximum input power500.0 mW
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Power
Battery operatedno
Power handling capacity500.0 mW

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