Name: ATH-M50XBT
Brand: Audio-Technica
SKU: 265469
Rating: 4.2 (43 reviews)

4.3

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.7 / 5

good external noise attenuation
punchy and clean
rugged construction and very strong passive noise isolation

adjustable metal bracket that can be pulled out wide
the headphones pair with only one device at a time
the controls aren't as intuitive as they are on other Bluetooth headsets

Impedance: 38 Ω
Frequency range: 15, 28000 Hz
Acoustic design: Closed
Sound output: Stereo
Style: Over-Ear
Connectivity technology: Wired & Wireless

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT - Pros & Cons

good external noise attenuation
punchy and clean
rugged construction and very strong passive noise isolation
performs in-store
faster speed and wider communication range
impactful and transparent
phenomenal sound and sturdy design
improved connection stability and sound quality
It also helps make the headband more durable
very consumer-friendly
constant playback which is pretty great
Crisp and punchy sound Connection
midrange frequency response is more accurate
A chart s all well and good
ensures a tight bass and a transparent treble reproduction
high sound quality
Bluetooth controls are well integrated and the inclusion of a separate cable with an integrated mic is
fold up nicely for storage and transportation
earcups extend and swivel for optimal fit
The headset is very nicely balanced
hip hop tracks sounded great as well
still nicely padded and comfortable
Nice plush faux-leather wrapped
sound quality is excellent
The headphones portability is reasonable
Comfort
Durability
and Portability Some
conveniently fold up for storage and come with a basic carry case
Battery life is incredible and the fact I haven t charged
a durable and well-built feel
shows decent accuracy and a good amount of pinna activation
good and well-balanced audio reproduction
are almost identical in design and build quality
the control scheme is fairly easy to use
microphone won t sound very good
good sound quality
Neutral Sound Good for neutral listening
its isolation is excellent
it is very well achieved
a remarkably technical character and good material quality
Compatible with aptX and AAC codecs
it maintains all its original qualities
a robust and functional design
great success and created an excellent model
it sells well served by accessories
robust design and stable construction
individual settings are easily achieved thanks to the free Connect app
the headband offering a great fit
good reserves and allow for listening at very low levels
the balance between the highs and lows was excellent
Bluetooth connectivity was very good
smooth
detailed sound
impressive sound quality
connectivity
and comfort
it performs better than wire headphones
closed-back design is very effective in outside noise isolation
exceptional clarity and deep
accurate bass response
great multi-purpose headphone for home studios
very beautifully
Touch control Its touch control provides you with convenient access to voice assistance
high volume and better sound

adjustable metal bracket that can be pulled out wide
the headphones pair with only one device at a time
the controls aren't as intuitive as they are on other Bluetooth headsets
headphones bled sound when I listened at max volume
the touch interface is limited to one command
micro-USB cable and leathery travel pouch
Bluetooth functionality is disabled entirely
the design is now starting to look a bit dated
audio quality takes a minor hit
You are using an outdated browser
it forces location sharing
the bass notes typically correspond to the pink area
atmospheric effects and harmonics might sound a little off
Bluetooth is inherently inferior to having a wired connection
There is no true best set of headphones out there
compression errors or added noise in your music
no single note will overwhelm or startle you
lack of active noise-cancelling
the battery is running low
The headphone hit a snag when I listened in noisy environments
track also highlights one notable blemish to the sound
Quick charging is sadly not a feature of this headphone
The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled
low-level electronic noise
M50x does not sound different
The power button is in an awkward spot
M50xBT does not use any DSP or electronic equalisation
the headphone pressed down pretty hard on my head
headphones are not designed to be sports headphones
the power button is a physical slider placed forward of the ear
the headset takes about 7 hours to fully recharge once dead
they have significantly shorter battery life and are not designed with audio professionals
lack is active noise cancellation
Buttons are a little awkward
Slightly inconsistent in the bass range
iPad didn t have a headphone jack
The headphones have a little more bass when listening via Bluetooth
cumbersome over-ear design might also be too bulky for certain gym exercises
noticeably muffled and lacking detail
too strident and aggressive for my liking
Google Fi s most expensive and comes with unlimited data
does not depend on the battery to function
It s not the most refined or precise bass presentation
not its first USB-C headphones
Both devices are wet with visible rain drops on them
also more expensive as well
M50XBT does not stand out for its revolutionary functionality
the cable markedly limited its practicality
The Audio-Technica Connect app is also rather lackluster
closed system suffers from a distinct disadvantage of heat build-up
the bass range is prone to inconsistencies
this mic is prone to muffled speech that lacks detail
mic is prone to lower frequency noise and pops
some may find a bit bland
the headphones aren t up to scratch without cable connection
it s easy to accidentally hit the wrong button and trigger an unwanted command
the resolution seems to be a little weaker
our voice was slightly muffled and difficult to hear
The voice assistance is not as powerful as other headsets as enabling this feature is
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it s not ideal for Pro mixing
it s not an ideal headphone for Pro mixing
closed-backs are not ideal for pro audio mixing

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Driver size	45 mm Best: Hauppauge XFones Driver size: 400 mm
Impedance	38 Ω Best: Stax SR-L500 Impedance: 145000 Ω
Weight	310 g Best: Cyber Acoustics ACM-7002 Weight: 0.11 g

Audio-Technica - Video Reviews (7)

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT Review - Great On The Go Headphones For Creators

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT - Full Specifications

Sound output	Stereo
Style	Over-Ear
Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless

Weight	10.93 oz

Bluetooth version	5.0
Bluetooth profile	AVRCP HSP HFP A2DP
Bluetooth codec	AAC aptX SBC
Wireless connection	Bluetooth
Wireless range	10

Battery operated	yes
Battery technology	Lithium Polymer
Battery recharge time	7.0 h
Battery life	40.0 h

Colour of product	Black
Acoustic design	Closed
Body material	Synthetic leather
Foldable	yes

Impedance	38.0 Ω
Frequency range	15 - 28000
Diaphragm diameter	1.77 in
Driver size	1.77 in

Built-in heart rate monitor	no
Calorie counter	no
FM radio	no

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT Audio-Technica - Editorial Reviews (14)

4.1

Based on 14 reviews

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT Audio-Technica M50xBT review: better beats

The Verge

Published: 12.11.2018

Audio-Technica M50xBT review: better beats

3.8

For those who prioritize sound quality over looks

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT review

SoundGuys

Published: 03.11.2021

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT review

A serious update to a serious set of headphones the Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT lives up to the hype, and is a great wireless headset.

whathifi

Published: 24.10.2021

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT review

Impressive headphones now with added Bluetooth

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT headphones review

TechRadar

Published: 07.11.2018

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT headphones review

Technically brilliant

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT review | Stuff

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT review | Stuff

Bluetooth headphones with sound that speaks louder than their understated appearance

Android Authority

Published: 27.09.2019

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT review

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Digital DJ Tips

Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT Headphones Review - Digital DJ Tips

The ATH-M50xBT is a Bluetooth-equipped version of Audio Technica's acclaimed ATH-M50x headphone. It has 45mm drivers, as well playback and volume buttons.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT Wireless monitor-grade headphones for serious music fans

CNET

Published: 16.03.2019

Wireless monitor-grade headphones for serious music fans

The Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT offers consistently high sound quality for both wireless and wired use, making them great for music fans looking to trade up from entry-level models.