Referring to 0:57, you're the only reviewer who measured and analyzed sound quality compared to the original M50. Marques Brownlee and Jared Busch all did not do this, citing they were essentially the same. Well done!
I just got the ATH-M40x and man i have to say, these are extremely netural. Even moreso than the original M50 or the new M50x. I really hope you can give the 40x a review. Cheers, love your site. I always refer to your measurements. I always felt the slightly broad peak in the midrange made these headphones sound a little bit metallic, and that the bass was a little too muddy. Otherwise they're great, but I think the 40x solves both of those issues, and amazingly costs less.
i agree, but i personaly prefer the m50x because they are a bit more suited for everyday listening, i feel the m40x are a bit to neutral for my ears, the m50x sorts the little issue i have wtih my ears
@@kevinmorrice I feel the same about m50x, although i use Eq to get rid of that upper bass boom and to tame those highs. With proper eq i found them really exciting and fun. For example, k371 are really proper studio headphones, sound wise, out of the box. I use them just for production. They sound great but still, i fould EQed m50x a bit more fun for casual listening, with all flaws regarding sound stage and response out of the box.
A *proffessional* ? That's quite an endorsement ;) Seriously, this isnt Tyll's first rodeo, and those of us who've been in the hobby for more than a few years can definitely relate when he says that high-end audio dealers didnt want to know about headphone amps in the early days of HeadRoom. Personal Audio might have given them a whole new potential market (under 50 and not exclusively male) but there are still some hardcases in that niche who roll their eyes at the mention of headphones. More power to Tyll for sticking it out all these years. www.headphone.com/pages/founders-story
Just got a pair of these and its very unusual to have so much treble. Its so sharp and loud that i do get tired in my head after listening for a while.
Listened to your review for the second time using my new ATH-M50X's. This is my first pair of "high end" headphones and they were chosen due to your review along with others that thought highly of them. I enjoy your videos and articles.
Hey Tile... I LOVE your reviews. I would love to see you review "ear clip" headphones, and compare them... ie..., Youin G1A, Koss KSC35, Koss KSC75, and OTHER clip-on headphones. :)
I bought the m 40 about two weeks ago and I'm returning them to Amazon Monday...they were heavy and totally understand comfortable to wear like having a big weight on my head and ears...the sound was ok but I didn't they were as great as many ppl said in some reviews...few days ago I took chance on a pair of STATUS HD ONE headphones that we're $$49. Last yr and Amazon had them for only $24!...I couldn't believe price and ordered them and they are perfect for me.. super lightweight and incredibly comfortable...sound quality was good to me to use on my phone and even on my TV...the first day I received these headphones I had them on that night for 6hrs and was never uncomfortable with then on...bottom line is that if I can get another color of these STATUS headphones I'm buying extra pair!
Just goes to show how ears differ..respective of age, of course. But things being relative, I own 3 pair of 50's (no "x"), one being a year old. All 3 were broken in via my iTunes library of mixes, varying the volume. My new 50x pair the same. After 40 hours of break-in, plus another 40 hours of usage, I find the bass on the new phones...especially a low bump just below 100 hz to be nearly unlistenable. I'm monitoring through a UA Apollo8, BTW. I believe this (IMO) huge bass happening (versus my 50s) is one reason the AKG upper mid bump "seems" to be reversed...again all things relative. I asked my vendor to please check out the returned 50x pair to see if somehow they were mis-wired, as that bass was not just bigger proximity-wise, but seemed as if it was extending into the 400hz range, as if someone had inserted a faulty speaker crossover.
Tyll, there's a rumour going around that Steve Guttenberg writes all your review videos and you are reading it from a teleprompter? I thought something was up when noticing you two guys share the same taste in shirts. It's good to hear that the M50 is still great with minor improvements, but when are you going to make review of something with meat on it? The Audeze LCD-X beckons me reckons...
Actually, I am Steve Guttenberg. Just have to much to say for one name to carry. In my Steve Guttenberg roll, I actually have shitty taste in shirts, but my wife helps me out. As Tyll Hertsens, I have to have good taste in shirts because I can't seem to hang on to a wife. It all balances out. Go read my Audiophiliac review of the LCD-X, mine here will be along shortly.
Take note** if you ever do decide on buying an M50/50X get a pair of HM5 ear pads straight away and replace the factory supplied ones. You and your ears will thank you. Another serious complaint I have with the M50 series is that I honestly and absolutely loathe the very minimal cushion with the headband.. these headphones aren't that heavy but those headbands really push into your head like a ton of bricks.. modded them and made myself a DIY cushion to alleviate the headaches they gave me. I don''t hate AT actually own a couple - AD700X, A900X, R70X..
awesome review.kudos, I just have one query between ATH m50x and sennheiser HD25 which one would you recommend me. Please respond. Thanks in advance. :)
I would still really like to hear Tyll's opinion of the Audio Technica ATH M40x's. They cost half the price of the M50x's (at least in Denmark), and some say they're close in sound to their big brother, if not better in some ways. I need to buy new headphones very soon, as my old ones broke a few days ago, and I can only get them on the internet, so I can't try them out first :(
Would you say it's worth spending more and getting the M50x over the M50? Also would you say that the m50 (and M50x) are better than the Sony MDR 1r? Thanks.
Thanks for the great review, Tyll. The ATH M50 line is excellent. I have the M50, but very tempted to upgrade to the M50x for the better comfort in the ear cups and the more mobile device friendly 1.2m cable. But I think I will hold off on the upgrade. I have really grown to appreciate my M50's audio quality after having the chance to compare it to a $179 pair of Bose Soundtrue. Without a doubt, the ATH M50 is the better headphone and act the current price of $129, a better buy.
Whenever someone is reviewing audio products, it would be nice to hear the review itself having a good audio quality. In this case definitely the signal to noise ratio is annoyingly bad.
It has also been stated that the M50x earpads are slightly different than the M50s. The M50x pads are supposedly more comfortable (with a little more cushion) than the M50s. I personally like to use 3rd party earpads since they are usually higher quality materials with considerably better comfort for a good price compared to the cost of the name brand earpads. I bought the Brainwavz velour earpads for my M50x for $19.50 on Amazon (amzn.com/B00PGMY2VK).
Thanks for another great review. I'm having a tough time deciding between these and: - Sennheiser Momentum - Sennheiser HD-25-1 II - Sennheiser Amperior - Beyer Dynamic DT 1350 Thoughts on comfort, portability and sound between those 5?
hey! I have some yamaha hs 7 monitors with a sub at home ... and I want to have some headphones that sound somewhat similar to my setup at home .. just for listening to music. would you recommend these headphones for such purposes ? great vids btw !
Julio Nieto I had the M70X and they were extremely accurate and balanced. They aren't really meant for casual listening in my opinion, they would be fantastic for professional use.
Thank you for this good review! Would ATH-M50x be a suitable headphone for a noises office environment? Or would you recommend another headphone within a budget of about $200? Thank you.
You have lot of experience, please solve my dilemma :'( I'd like to make sheets of famous modern songs for orchestrations with piano, violins, flutes and many many differents instruments from all styles and countries. So which headphones under 200$ is the best choice for me? I'd like to ear every single note and all parts of the music from flac files directly in the headphones without an amp to make sheets for a huge number of instruments. The source will be my smartphone. Please help :/
Please do a review of the Audio Technica MSR7. I'd be super interested to know how they stack up against the Audio Technica M50X and the Sennheiser Momentum.
hi there, i really wish you can help me with this problem, i already have Parrot Zik and it is more than amazing for me when it comes to sound quality, Im kinda a rock/metal guy who is not fund of solid base my focus was always on the notes and mostly the solo part of the songs, what would you suggest in terms of high end sound quality if the budget, technology and sound canceling don't matter, thanks for the awesome reviews..
InnerFidelity Im thinking about getting a fiio E11K for my m50x , just need some opinion about whether its actually required for the M50's or not ? Does It really takes the already pitch perfect sounding headphone to the next level ? Im not a bass head. i just prefer the music the way it should sound. Please suggest. Thanks in advance
What is your opinion on "Z Review"'s review on the m50x. I mean he hates them like no other headphone. I consider to buy one but I'm insecure. I'm looking for a closed back headphone, over ear, for on the go (it has to be transportable), listen to music. I also own the Sennheiser HD 630VB and enjoy them but they're purely home headphones. Do you have any recommendations. Thank you very much.
MrBlack661 I wouldn't take a review from one person. Look up reviews from elsewhere as well if you are still considering getting the m50x. They are fairly cheap. If you want to be on the safe side then consider getting the m40x.
Patriots/Forza Fan Thank you very much for your reply. I already made a choice. I'm now a proud owner of the sony mdr 1a. I love sound because it delivers another "color" to the music. The Sennheiser HD 630VB for home entertainment with a pretty neutral sound, and the mdr 1a for on the go and a clean bass signature. Nethertheless I thank you for your answer.
Patriots/Forza Fan From my point of you they are indeed a wonderful choice. They have almost no weight have a detachable cable and are incredible comfortable. The sound signature is unique. They are doing very well with rock, metal, anything with bass, but they can also play jazz and classic. So, they are not the most neutral sounding headphones. But don't think that they are bass boosted. the bass is clean and doesn't oppress the mids and highs. The base drum is punchy like hell. I couldn't believe it myself because isn't known fir good quality headphones. But these are worth the price. If you have further questions, don't hesitate to ask me.
MrBlack661 thank you for the reply. The Sony mdr1a seems to perfect for me then. Now just gotta get the funds for it. Might just wait till next year.
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Are these waterproof ? From the official pov they're not, but I'd like to know whether anyone has used them over the rainy days or so. I have a pair, but wouldn't dare to try this for my own. Thx for any reply.
Hi Tyle, there is a missing Sennheiser in your wall of fame or at least reviews and it is HD380. I own all the headphones that are in your wall of fame in the sealed category and I believe HD380 deserves to be there in the wall. I know the music is very personal but based on the measurements that you do I believe they can be up there. I am sure you have listened to them, just curious what about them that you didn't like. Thanks. S
Greetz good sir. I'm running a very modestly priced O2ODAC thru a pair of M50x cans and enjoy the sound, particularly at the price. I would like to add a pair of open backs and was wondering if you would be kind enough to suggest a couple of pairs to try in the under $600 range. Thank you!
I bought these headphones and after about 6 months use I've decided, humbly, that I kind of hate them. Way too aggressive and forward through the whole frequency range and the soundstage is pretty closed, can't bear listening to them for more than an hour without feeling fatigued. They are incredibly detailed and well extended though. M50's are like headphones on cocaine. Fun for occasional listening, not suitable for longer listening sessions.
Basically these are bad headphones. No need to sugar coat it. I had the original M50 and they had no midrange. Bass is bloated and highs clear but has no soundstage. People just follow the hype train because they are stupid enough to believe everything they are told.
Your analysis of these headphones is spot on! It amazes me that other reviewers present them as neutral studio monitors like so many on the market today. You put it perfectly; "Way too aggressive and forward through the whole frequency range and the soundstage is pretty closed...They are incredibly detailed and well extended though." Yes they are fatiguing and "are like headphones on cocaine." That being said, this is exactly what I like about them. I have a lot of headphones, but nothing hits like these except for my Beyerdynamics , but they have very good soundstage. I enjoy both of these. I can see why people don't like them for exactly the reasons you present, but I consider them a valuable piece in my collection.
+InnerFidelity So for my music production I was thinking of getting these in replacement of the Sony MDR-7506's, mainly because I produce & listen to electronic music, and the Sony's bass end can be iffy at some times. I know the M50X's have a slightly amplified bass end, but is the treble/high treble range still crisp enough to hear & fine tune instruments in that range?
Hey Tyll. You said you would review the m40x if was any good. Does this mean that its not so good?:) I think the reason so many people are asking about the m40x is because many people out there prefer them to the m50x. Did you get a change to listen to them?
Do you like under a fucking rock bro?!?! Who the hell would choose an m40x over m50x? Its like saying you would like a Honda Civic over a Nissan GTR. Bottomline: Don't Bullshit bro. PEACE
The "x" in M50x means extra cables come with the headphones. They are identical in every way to the M50's. Just like the M50s means "straight cable". All M50 series are identical.
This is not debatable, the M50x is not the same as the M50. Besides the replaceable cable and softer cushions there's proof in the graphs, (several reviewers) that the X is tuned for more bass and less treble.
I own the m-50's and couldn't help but notice the change from metal jacks with a spring on the end to a typical plastic casing, do you think that will affect the longevity of the cable at all?
Hi, good review but now I am not sure of what headphone to get. Because these have been on my radar for a while and now with the improvements they made I am not sure wich hedphone to get. I was going for the Yamaha HPH-MT220, have you tried them and if so what do you think of them? All I know is that they won a sound test in a swedish magazine. They were compared to sennheiser momentum, B&W P7, AKG k551 and more expensive headphones.
Which one do you suggest for music listening ATH M50x or V-Moda M-100? If I have to pick only one headphone for music listening than which one is the close eye buy(among any headphone)?
I've got both - some thoughts: The Vmoda has noticeably more bass, which is great for electronic music, and they're really well built. Lots of metal, they feel really sturdy. They fold up really small which is nice. I've stopped using them though, because they're uncomfortable on my very large head. The headband actually isn't large enough to fit me! I prefer the m50x. Despite what Tyll says, I don't think the plastic is strong enough - I've had to return mine once already because the hinge snapped! They sound great, definitely more balanced than the m100s, and a lot more comfortable on my head. I can wear them for hours!
I don't know if i should buy the AKG K167/267 or ATH M50X. I'm gonna use it for my phone and laptop. And im gonna wear it in public. I need your advice guys! Happy to get a answer.
Mukul Dulwani 50x is better if you're going to be listening to music. It has high highs, low lows, good bass, and a crisp sound. It adds fluff however, so if you're going to be wanting to know what your sound is actually like, go with the 40's
I used QC 15 for college and they were excellent. The carrying case is great to prevent breakage in backpack. You can use QC without music just for cancellation which is great. M50X is great for clear music, but cancellation on QC series is downright magical. I think QC wins for studying.
Hi (; Great Review ! I am thinking in getting on of those, I listen to heavy music, Death and Heavy metal but also to BLues, Jazz, Classical....so i want the headphones that covers better all of this genres in general. Im also thinking in the HD 598 and th V-moda lp2....which headphones should I buy? (:
Indeed, these are amazing headphones for the money. I think you would have to spend hundreds of dollars to just to get incremental improvement in sound quality.
Referring to 0:57, you're the only reviewer who measured and analyzed sound quality compared to the original M50. Marques Brownlee and Jared Busch all did not do this, citing they were essentially the same. Well done!
i thinks you should process the background noise on the audio before upload. It is really loud.
I just got the ATH-M40x and man i have to say, these are extremely netural. Even moreso than the original M50 or the new M50x. I really hope you can give the 40x a review. Cheers, love your site. I always refer to your measurements. I always felt the slightly broad peak in the midrange made these headphones sound a little bit metallic, and that the bass was a little too muddy. Otherwise they're great, but I think the 40x solves both of those issues, and amazingly costs less.
i agree, but i personaly prefer the m50x because they are a bit more suited for everyday listening, i feel the m40x are a bit to neutral for my ears, the m50x sorts the little issue i have wtih my ears
@@kevinmorrice I feel the same about m50x, although i use Eq to get rid of that upper bass boom and to tame those highs. With proper eq i found them really exciting and fun. For example, k371 are really proper studio headphones, sound wise, out of the box. I use them just for production. They sound great but still, i fould EQed m50x a bit more fun for casual listening, with all flaws regarding sound stage and response out of the box.
this man is the best reviewer ever on you tube for the head phones,he's a proffessional, trust me.
A *proffessional* ? That's quite an endorsement ;)
Seriously, this isnt Tyll's first rodeo, and those of us who've been in the hobby for more than a few years can definitely relate when he says that high-end audio dealers didnt want to know about headphone amps in the early days of HeadRoom. Personal Audio might have given them a whole new potential market (under 50 and not exclusively male) but there are still some hardcases in that niche who roll their eyes at the mention of headphones. More power to Tyll for sticking it out all these years.
www.headphone.com/pages/founders-story
That shirt.....amazing. Thanks for the review Tyll! Looking forward to your video on the new Audeze gear :)
this is a great review. but, it would really improve the quality of your videos to get some background noise removal.
Just got a pair of these and its very unusual to have so much treble. Its so sharp and loud that i do get tired in my head after listening for a while.
Listened to your review for the second time using my new ATH-M50X's. This is my first pair of "high end" headphones and they were chosen due to your review along with others that thought highly of them. I enjoy your videos and articles.
always a pleasure to watch/listen to your analysis. thank you.
I think these really hit a sweet spot for performance and price :) I'm hoping to get a pair of these soon
I love your videos mate. Thankyou for uploading this. I have a set of these due to arrive any day in the mail. Very anxious! Haha
first person to talk about audio quality other then, "its a little better" Thanks man.
Hey Tile... I LOVE your reviews. I would love to see you review "ear clip" headphones, and compare them... ie..., Youin G1A, Koss KSC35, Koss KSC75, and OTHER clip-on headphones. :)
I bought the m 40 about two weeks ago and I'm returning them to Amazon Monday...they were heavy and totally understand comfortable to wear like having a big weight on my head and ears...the sound was ok but I didn't they were as great as many ppl said in some reviews...few days ago I took chance on a pair of STATUS HD ONE headphones that we're $$49. Last yr and Amazon had them for only $24!...I couldn't believe price and ordered them and they are perfect for me.. super lightweight and incredibly comfortable...sound quality was good to me to use on my phone and even on my TV...the first day I received these headphones I had them on that night for 6hrs and was never uncomfortable with then on...bottom line is that if I can get another color of these STATUS headphones I'm buying extra pair!
I just got my M50's, thrilled after a week (did give it a small base boost on the mixer)...you are centimeters away from being Marlon Brando.
Just goes to show how ears differ..respective of age, of course. But things being relative, I own 3 pair of 50's (no "x"), one being a year old. All 3 were broken in via my iTunes library of mixes, varying the volume. My new 50x pair the same.
After 40 hours of break-in, plus another 40 hours of usage, I find the bass on the new phones...especially a low bump just below 100 hz to be nearly unlistenable. I'm monitoring through a UA Apollo8, BTW. I believe this (IMO) huge bass happening (versus my 50s) is one reason the AKG upper mid bump "seems" to be reversed...again all things relative. I asked my vendor to please check out the returned 50x pair to see if somehow they were mis-wired, as that bass was not just bigger proximity-wise, but seemed as if it was extending into the 400hz range, as if someone had inserted a faulty speaker crossover.
Tyll, there's a rumour going around that Steve Guttenberg writes all your review videos and you are reading it from a teleprompter? I thought something was up when noticing you two guys share the same taste in shirts. It's good to hear that the M50 is still great with minor improvements, but when are you going to make review of something with meat on it? The Audeze LCD-X beckons me reckons...
Actually, I am Steve Guttenberg. Just have to much to say for one name to carry. In my Steve Guttenberg roll, I actually have shitty taste in shirts, but my wife helps me out. As Tyll Hertsens, I have to have good taste in shirts because I can't seem to hang on to a wife. It all balances out.
Go read my Audiophiliac review of the LCD-X, mine here will be along shortly.
Just bought a pair!..... thank you for a very good review! Super!!
Take note** if you ever do decide on buying an M50/50X get a pair of HM5 ear pads straight away and replace the factory supplied ones. You and your ears will thank you. Another serious complaint I have with the M50 series is that I honestly and absolutely loathe the very minimal cushion with the headband.. these headphones aren't that heavy but those headbands really push into your head like a ton of bricks.. modded them and made myself a DIY cushion to alleviate the headaches they gave me. I don''t hate AT actually own a couple - AD700X, A900X, R70X..
awesome review.kudos, I just have one query between ATH m50x and sennheiser HD25 which one would you recommend me. Please respond.
Thanks in advance. :)
I would still really like to hear Tyll's opinion of the Audio Technica ATH M40x's. They cost half the price of the M50x's (at least in Denmark), and some say they're close in sound to their big brother, if not better in some ways.
I need to buy new headphones very soon, as my old ones broke a few days ago, and I can only get them on the internet, so I can't try them out first :(
Would you say it's worth spending more and getting the M50x over the M50?
Also would you say that the m50 (and M50x) are better than the Sony MDR 1r?
Thanks.
Man this guy is good. And has pretty high standards. Dayum.
Thanks for the great review, Tyll. The ATH M50 line is excellent. I have the M50, but very tempted to upgrade to the M50x for the better comfort in the ear cups and the more mobile device friendly 1.2m cable. But I think I will hold off on the upgrade. I have really grown to appreciate my M50's audio quality after having the chance to compare it to a $179 pair of Bose Soundtrue.
Without a doubt, the ATH M50 is the better headphone and act the current price of $129, a better buy.
Thanks Tyll, great review!
Whenever someone is reviewing audio products, it would be nice to hear the review itself having a good audio quality. In this case definitely the signal to noise ratio is annoyingly bad.
It has also been stated that the M50x earpads are slightly different than the M50s. The M50x pads are supposedly more comfortable (with a little more cushion) than the M50s.
I personally like to use 3rd party earpads since they are usually higher quality materials with considerably better comfort for a good price compared to the cost of the name brand earpads. I bought the Brainwavz velour earpads for my M50x for $19.50 on Amazon (amzn.com/B00PGMY2VK).
Thanks for another great review.
I'm having a tough time deciding between these and:
- Sennheiser Momentum
- Sennheiser HD-25-1 II
- Sennheiser Amperior
- Beyer Dynamic DT 1350
Thoughts on comfort, portability and sound between those 5?
Listening to this on my newly acquired m50x headphones :)
hey! I have some yamaha hs 7 monitors with a sub at home ... and I want to have some headphones that sound somewhat similar to my setup at home .. just for listening to music. would you recommend these headphones for such purposes ?
great vids btw !
The comparison of the old M50's and the new M50X reminds me of the comparison and difference between the Sennheiser HD600 and HD650 headphones!
Gerard Gaddi More like m40x and m50x.
Can you look good with these headphones also movies? Sorry for my bad english.
Why is there a helicopter in the background throughout the video? Heard this on my original M50.
Hi there InnerFidelity. Hope you could please do one on the ATH-M70x. Thanks a lot. Great reviews!!
Julio Nieto I had the M70X and they were extremely accurate and balanced. They aren't really meant for casual listening in my opinion, they would be fantastic for professional use.
Hi, I'm looking really serious to get this headphones, but, does it worth if I already have the Sony MDR-1R??
wow great review.... best one about this particular product...
Thank you for this good review!
Would ATH-M50x be a suitable headphone for a noises office environment? Or would you recommend another headphone within a budget of about $200? Thank you.
You have lot of experience, please solve my dilemma :'(
I'd like to make sheets of famous modern songs for orchestrations with piano, violins, flutes and many many differents instruments from all styles and countries. So which headphones under 200$ is the best choice for me? I'd like to ear every single note and all parts of the music from flac files directly in the headphones without an amp to make sheets for a huge number of instruments. The source will be my smartphone. Please help :/
These ATH-M50x should work as well as anything at that price.....better probably.
InnerFidelity Ok thanks a lot for the reply ! I will give them a try :)
Please do a review of the Audio Technica MSR7. I'd be super interested to know how they stack up against the Audio Technica M50X and the Sennheiser Momentum.
hi there, i really wish you can help me with this problem, i already have Parrot Zik and it is more than amazing for me when it comes to sound quality, Im kinda a rock/metal guy who is not fund of solid base my focus was always on the notes and mostly the solo part of the songs, what would you suggest in terms of high end sound quality if the budget, technology and sound canceling don't matter, thanks for the awesome reviews..
Thinking about selling my AKG K550 and getting one of these Audio Technica. Is it a good call or should I keep my AKG?
Under 200$, I think these are the number two headphones. The first is, to my ears, the KRK KNS 8400. Can you review them please?
I didn't like them as much. www.innerfidelity.com/images/KRKKNS8400.pdf
Love the reviews! Any thoughts on these vs the Sennheiser HD8 DJ? Looking for a great long lasting solid pair of closed headphones under $400
Hi nice review! Would you recommand the ATH-M50x or the AKG Q701 comfort-wise?
How's this compared to Nad VISO hp50
talking about build quality, japanese really nailed it. ultrasone, grado would be ashamed for the price. though i really enjoy grado sound
InnerFidelity Im thinking about getting a fiio E11K for my m50x , just need some opinion about whether its actually required for the M50's or not ? Does It really takes the already pitch perfect sounding headphone to the next level ? Im not a bass head. i just prefer the music the way it should sound. Please suggest. Thanks in advance
Thanks for this review.
I absolutely love these, it really best info thanks for sharing..
M50X or Pioneer HDJ 2000 MK2?
Would you recommend getting these for listening to music on my phone to/from work every day, or would you recommend something else?
Could you review the m40x'?
It's been covered.
Joe Rico Where? :o Didn't see it on Tyll's site.
***** No I ment the m40x, not the m50x.
***** *Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones $169 sale 29% and FREE SHIPPING>>>*amzn.to/1ojt4fm
I saw that you took these back and got some Momentums, I'm thinking of switching from my momentum ON ears to the athm50x, should I keep my on ears?
What is your opinion on "Z Review"'s review on the m50x. I mean he hates them like no other headphone.
I consider to buy one but I'm insecure.
I'm looking for a closed back headphone, over ear, for on the go (it has to be transportable), listen to music.
I also own the Sennheiser HD 630VB and enjoy them but they're purely home headphones.
Do you have any recommendations. Thank you very much.
MrBlack661 I wouldn't take a review from one person. Look up reviews from elsewhere as well if you are still considering getting the m50x. They are fairly cheap. If you want to be on the safe side then consider getting the m40x.
Patriots/Forza Fan Thank you very much for your reply. I already made a choice. I'm now a proud owner of the sony mdr 1a. I love sound because it delivers another "color" to the music. The Sennheiser HD 630VB for home entertainment with a pretty neutral sound, and the mdr 1a for on the go and a clean bass signature. Nethertheless I thank you for your answer.
MrBlack661 the Sony mdr1a is a wonderful choice. In fact I'm thinking about getting a pair of the them. Is it worth the price?
Patriots/Forza Fan From my point of you they are indeed a wonderful choice. They have almost no weight have a detachable cable and are incredible comfortable.
The sound signature is unique. They are doing very well with rock, metal, anything with bass, but they can also play jazz and classic. So, they are not the most neutral sounding headphones. But don't think that they are bass boosted. the bass is clean and doesn't oppress the mids and highs. The base drum is punchy like hell. I couldn't believe it myself because isn't known fir good quality headphones. But these are worth the price. If you have further questions, don't hesitate to ask me.
MrBlack661 thank you for the reply. The Sony mdr1a seems to perfect for me then. Now just gotta get the funds for it. Might just wait till next year.
Are these waterproof ? From the official pov they're not, but I'd like to know whether anyone has used them over the rainy days or so. I have a pair, but wouldn't dare to try this for my own. Thx for any reply.
Hi Tyle, there is a missing Sennheiser in your wall of fame or at least reviews and it is HD380. I own all the headphones that are in your wall of fame in the sealed category and I believe HD380 deserves to be there in the wall. I know the music is very personal but based on the measurements that you do I believe they can be up there. I am sure you have listened to them, just curious what about them that you didn't like. Thanks. S
Greetz good sir. I'm running a very modestly priced O2ODAC thru a pair of M50x cans and enjoy the sound, particularly at the price. I would like to add a pair of open backs and was wondering if you would be kind enough to suggest a couple of pairs to try in the under $600 range. Thank you!
Review the m70x!
Right now I'm listening to old version of AKG K514 (Mk. I) straight from cheap laptop. Would these + some $100 FiiO or NuForce DAC truly blow me away?
40x is the true unknown legend
hey it seems they were trying to improve can u tell if the pressure on the ears is different? maybe less cuz it seemed to be an issue for some
I bet the drivers were slightly changed maybe the resistance, inductance etc....
I bought these headphones and after about 6 months use I've decided, humbly, that I kind of hate them. Way too aggressive and forward through the whole frequency range and the soundstage is pretty closed, can't bear listening to them for more than an hour without feeling fatigued. They are incredibly detailed and well extended though. M50's are like headphones on cocaine. Fun for occasional listening, not suitable for longer listening sessions.
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Basically these are bad headphones. No need to sugar coat it. I had the original M50 and they had no midrange. Bass is bloated and highs clear but has no soundstage. People just follow the hype train because they are stupid enough to believe everything they are told.
Your analysis of these headphones is spot on! It amazes me that other reviewers present them as neutral studio monitors like so many on the market today. You put it perfectly; "Way too aggressive and forward through the whole frequency range and the soundstage is pretty closed...They are incredibly detailed and well extended though." Yes they are fatiguing and "are like headphones on cocaine." That being said, this is exactly what I like about them. I have a lot of headphones, but nothing hits like these except for my Beyerdynamics , but they have very good soundstage. I enjoy both of these. I can see why people don't like them for exactly the reasons you present, but I consider them a valuable piece in my collection.
Audio Technica ATH M50x vs audeze lcd-xc
i know the price difference is almost $ 1400 but is the sound that much different ?
Would these sound better than Bowers & Wilkins P5? thanks in advnce
Based on the sound, how much do you think they should cost?
And how do these stack against the HD-25's?
I think they're what a solid $200 headphone should sound like. More than $200 and materials and design need to improve along with the sound.
+InnerFidelity So for my music production I was thinking of getting these in replacement of the Sony MDR-7506's, mainly because I produce & listen to electronic music, and the Sony's bass end can be iffy at some times. I know the M50X's have a slightly amplified bass end, but is the treble/high treble range still crisp enough to hear & fine tune instruments in that range?
Hi, how the m50x compare to the senn momentum? Which one one is better as an all rounder from portable source?
Hey Tyll. You said you would review the m40x if was any good. Does this mean that its not so good?:) I think the reason so many people are asking about the m40x is because many people out there prefer them to the m50x. Did you get a change to listen to them?
Do you like under a fucking rock bro?!?! Who the hell would choose an m40x over m50x? Its like saying you would like a Honda Civic over a Nissan GTR.
Bottomline: Don't Bullshit bro.
PEACE
Renzo Raptor a lot of people would choose the m40x over the m50x. One such person is a TH-cam named Z Reviews.
Would you recommend this m50x over beyerdynamic custom one pro?
would you say the audio technica lacks in soundstage
I am planning to buy an ATH. m50x to use with a FiiO E11 for daily uses . Do you think it is a good idea?
Sure.
sennheiser momentum vs ath m50x, which one wins? not taking price in place
they are absolutely amazing but they have about 2 to 3 db to littel bass for me
How do these compare to the new bose soundtrue around ear? They're similarly priced.
will you ever do a review on the Skullcandy Crusher or the Skullcandy Crusher 360
I'm interested in the RHA t20i.... Is the full size head phone style better then the in ear one??? ( regarding sound)
How long is the coiled cable when you dont stretch it out, is it a good size for portabillity?
This or the urbanite xl?
The "x" in M50x means extra cables come with the headphones. They are identical in every way to the M50's. Just like the M50s means "straight cable". All M50 series are identical.
This is not debatable, the M50x is not the same as the M50. Besides the replaceable cable and softer cushions there's proof in the graphs, (several reviewers) that the X is tuned for more bass and less treble.
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That is totally incorrect. I have 3 50's, and returned the "x" pair due to the WAY over-extended bass bumps..2 of them, at least.
I own the m-50's and couldn't help but notice the change from metal jacks with a spring on the end to a typical plastic casing, do you think that will affect the longevity of the cable at all?
No. In fact, a molded cable probably has better strain relief.
Hi, good review but now I am not sure of what headphone to get. Because these have been on my radar for a while and now with the improvements they made I am not sure wich hedphone to get. I was going for the Yamaha HPH-MT220, have you tried them and if so what do you think of them? All I know is that they won a sound test in a swedish magazine. They were compared to sennheiser momentum, B&W P7, AKG k551 and more expensive headphones.
DOn't believe everything you read. I haven't heard them, sorry.
How would you rate these against the V-Moda M100?
+Ted Barrera depends on your ear lol. it's all about the ear man
Thank you Tyll,for all your good work,live your life good now :)
Which one do you suggest for music listening ATH M50x or V-Moda M-100?
If I have to pick only one headphone for music listening than which one is the close eye buy(among any headphone)?
I've got both - some thoughts:
The Vmoda has noticeably more bass, which is great for electronic music, and they're really well built. Lots of metal, they feel really sturdy. They fold up really small which is nice. I've stopped using them though, because they're uncomfortable on my very large head. The headband actually isn't large enough to fit me!
I prefer the m50x. Despite what Tyll says, I don't think the plastic is strong enough - I've had to return mine once already because the hinge snapped! They sound great, definitely more balanced than the m100s, and a lot more comfortable on my head. I can wear them for hours!
Does the MSR7 have the same treble shimmer as the M50x? I want to buy another pair of phones after purchasing the M2's :)
I wonder how they compare to the V-Moda XS...
I don't know if i should buy the AKG K167/267 or ATH M50X.
I'm gonna use it for my phone and laptop.
And im gonna wear it in public.
I need your advice guys!
Happy to get a answer.
I wonder how they compare against the philips shp9500?
which one should i buy 50x or 40x ..i sing nd play guitar nd want to monetor my audio...so whic one will b gud for me can u plz suggest me ?
Mukul Dulwani 50x is better if you're going to be listening to music. It has high highs, low lows, good bass, and a crisp sound. It adds fluff however, so if you're going to be wanting to know what your sound is actually like, go with the 40's
could you do a review on the Blue Mo-fi's ??
had the m50x and they sound great. i want to try the noontec hammo, do you know more or less which one has a better sound?
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Would you recommend these or QC25 for studying??
Thanks in advance
I used QC 15 for college and they were excellent. The carrying case is great to prevent breakage in backpack. You can use QC without music just for cancellation which is great. M50X is great for clear music, but cancellation on QC series is downright magical. I think QC wins for studying.
Hi InnerFidelity please help me I can't decide on these or the Beyerdynamic custom one pro's.
Hi (; Great Review !
I am thinking in getting on of those, I listen to heavy music, Death and Heavy metal but also to BLues, Jazz, Classical....so i want the headphones that covers better all of this genres in general.
Im also thinking in the HD 598 and th V-moda lp2....which headphones should I buy? (:
I own all three, they are all good but if I have to pick I'll pick the m50x.
Already picked and not disapointed (; Do you recommend buy and amplifier for the m50x ?
Claudio Gabriel fiio e6 is the most portable amp in the market plus is pretty good for the price ;)
You don't seem to be much of a Beyerdynamic fan. What are your thoughts on the DT-770 compared to this one?
DT 770 are better
Indeed, these are amazing headphones for the money. I think you would have to spend hundreds of dollars to just to get incremental improvement in sound quality.
Can i wear this headphones outside or are they to big
Hy,could you please review the aiaiai tma-1 headphones?and maybe a vs with ath m50x
Sir please review the ath m40x headphones
4:43 M80s?
Nice video man!
I love the ath m50
But I want the new blue one lol but I don't have the cash for it :P