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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG

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4.4 out of 5
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Pros

  • good looks and great sound
  • pairing is quick and stability is rock-solid
  • it feels strong enough to withstand a lot of punishment

Cons

  • when switched on and not connected to another device
  • no sense of them being a try hard
  • invisible pad simply runs your phone s voice assistant when

Key specs

  • 38 Ω
  • 15, 28000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • Over-Ear
  • Wired

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG - Pros & Cons

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG

Pros

  • good looks and great sound
  • pairing is quick and stability is rock-solid
  • it feels strong enough to withstand a lot of punishment
  • impressive sound quality
  • connectivity
  • and comfort
  • smooth
  • detailed sound
  • Bluetooth connectivity was very good
  • the balance between the highs and lows was excellent
  • comfortable wear for long periods and a battery life

Cons

  • when switched on and not connected to another device
  • no sense of them being a try hard
  • invisible pad simply runs your phone s voice assistant when
  • lack of active noise-cancelling
  • our voice was slightly muffled and difficult to hear
  • the battery is running low
  • track also highlights one notable blemish to the sound
  • pads and shallow cups are not a great combo for keeping ears cool
  • a yawning gulf of detail or texture in the lower mids
  • have a very chunky headband
  • arguably lacks compared to some of the pricier competition

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
45 mm
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Hauppauge XFones
Driver size: 400 mm
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38 Ω
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Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
IconWeight
285 g
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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
Magnet materialNeodymium
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Dimensions
Weight10.05 oz
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Connectivity
Cable length3
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyes
Type of connector3.5mm
USBno
Detachable cableyes
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Grey
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
Foldableyes
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Sound
Impedance38.0 Ω
Frequency range15 - 28000
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size1.77 in
Maximum input power1600.0 mW
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Power
Battery operatedno
Power handling capacity1600.0 mW

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica - Editorial Reviews (35)

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT review: Even better without wires
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Published: 31.10.2018
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT review: Even better without wires
4.0

With excellent sound quality and 40-hour battery life, the ATH-M50xBT are the Bluetooth headphones M50x fans have been waiting for

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT review: Wireless monitor-grade headphones for serious music fans
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CNET
Published: 16.03.2019
Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT review: Wireless monitor-grade headphones for serious music fans
4.0

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.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Review: Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
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WIRED
Published: 06.07.2015
Review: Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
4.5

The new ATH-M50x has the same sound as the previous version, but with a few added features.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica launches ATH-M50xBT wireless over-the-ear headphone
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businesstoday.intoday.in
Published: 05.03.2019
Audio-Technica launches ATH-M50xBT wireless over-the-ear headphone

The ATH-M50xBT offers the same sonic signature that has made the ATH-M50x an audio industry standard, along with the convenience of Bluetooth wireless operation.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones - Making a Great Product Better
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hardwarezone.com.sg
Published: 27.06.2014
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones - Making a Great Product Better
4.3

The Audio Technica ATH-M50x professional monitors are the updated version of the popular ATH-M50 headphones. We test drive this set to find out if the M50 has a worthy successor.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones Review
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Gadgetmac
Published: 24.02.2014
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones Review

Great news! Audio- Technica has recently introduced its revamped line of studio-grade and very much professional over-ear headphones. One of them being a new mid-level flagship successor to one of the more well known and admired headphones in recent years - the ATH -M50 . Belie ve it or no

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT Review: Great Wireless Headphones on the Cheap
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Tom's Guide
Published: 18.12.2018
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT Review: Great Wireless Headphones on the Cheap
4.0

The Audio-Technica ATH-50xBT maintains the phenomenal sound and sturdy design of the original, while adding Bluetooth into the mix.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica ATH-M50x review: Still great
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SoundGuys
Published: 09.10.2020
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x review: Still great
4.3

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG AUDIO-TECHNICA MX HEADPHONES — AudioTechnology
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audiotechnology.com.au
Published: 03.06.2014
AUDIO-TECHNICA MX HEADPHONES — AudioTechnology

Audio-Technica adds some ‘x’ factor to its headphone line. Review: Mark Davie I’ll come out and say it. I’m a big fan of the [...]Read More...

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG ATH-M50xBT Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - Review - MyMac.com
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MyMac.com
Published: 08.05.2019
ATH-M50xBT Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - Review - MyMac.com

ATH-M50xBT Wireless Over-Ear Headphones Audio-Technica https://www.audio-technica.com/m50xbt/index.html $199 U.S. Audio-Technica’s new ATH-M50xBT Wireless Over-Ear Headphones are the best and most versatile $200 full size headphones

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT Bluetooth Headphones Review
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NDTV Gadgets 360
Published: 01.05.2019
Audio Technica ATH-M50xBT Bluetooth Headphones Review
4.5

Audio-Technica ATH-M50x is a cult classic, and a new version of it adds a splash of modernity with wireless connectivity.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG 33 Of The Best MacBook Pro Accessories To Buy In November
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TheTechReviewer.com
Published: 14.02.2018
33 Of The Best MacBook Pro Accessories To Buy In November

Are you looking to invest in some accessories for your MacBook or MacBook Pro? Click to read an in-depth guide which will introduce you to over 30 of the best accessories for Apple's popular laptops and help you determine which is the best for your needs...

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Review: Updated Design, Same Great Performance
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NDTV Gadgets 360
Published: 18.06.2014
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Review: Updated Design, Same Great Performance

The successor to ultra-popular ATH-M50, the ATH-M50x, has a legacy of good sound to live up to. Does it? We find out in our review.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones Review - Videomaker
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Videomaker
Published: 30.12.2015
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones Review - Videomaker

Any professional video producer knows that high-quality audio is just as important as great looking footage. Many editors tend to lean toward near field

Audio-Technica ATH-M50xMG Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT Review
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TOP NEW Review
Published: 05.02.2019
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT Review
4.5

There’s even a dimple on the left earcup so that you can orient them in the dark. Fine sounds with full freedom there are functional headphones, and then there are experience headphones. Let’s not skirt around the subject for any longer than necessary: With the ATH- M50xBT, Audio-Technica delivers exactly the kind of sound stage you’d […]

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