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Audio Technica ATH M50XBT Wireless Bluetooth Over Ear Headphones Black
Last Updated: November 3, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
92
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
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1.77 meters
SIZE
1
NUMBER OF USB PORTS
Yes
USB
Review Analysis - 82 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Sound Quality
40sound quality, clarity, wired, signature, m50x
+100%
" ... Sound clarity is excellent but the device stopped working after 3 months. ... "
" ... Now there is a question in many people's mind on sound quality of bluetooth headphones and does the price difference w.r.t it's wired unit justify . ... I too had the same question but after using it, one thing was very clear that the price difference did justify as the sound was spectacular on both wired and wireless modes . ... So that extra money is a premium you would be paying to getting sound clarity like you would be getting on older M50x but without a wire. ... Sound quality - 4.8/5 ... "
" ... With these I could now hear minutest sound / instruments with great amount of clarity, which I hadn’t noticed while listening on other pairs I had owned before. ... These are bit heavier than Bose QC or Sony’s. ... They let every sound around you filter in. ... But if you are looking for a good neutral sounding headphones, that sound amazing, brilliant clarity and sound reproduction, Bluetooth and wired, and one that carries a great brand value - this one is for you. ... "
" ... Compared to my Plantronics backbeat pro with ANC, this pair of headphones produce crystal clear sound with soothing mid-range though it doesn't have noise cancelling. ... "
" ... Signature Audio Technica sound and build quality! ... This is actually pretty great for everyday listening. ... If you are planning to get for music production, I would strongly suggest to get the wired version. ... "
" ... You can enjoy music but not for too long. ... "
" ... I must say these make music sound like none other and I haven't heard my own collection like this before. ... I listen to a lot of extreme music like speed metal, thrash etc. ... "
" ... Sound quality is top notch even if it at times does not feel very open. ... If you are looking for great sound at around 15k mark these are the ones to buy! ... "
Headphones
20headphone, sound, thing, sound quality, headset
+100%
" ... Love the headphones. ... "
" ... Overall, I was very impressed with these headphones. ... I would especially recommend these headphones for MetalHeads, Simphony Lovers and Vocal Listeners. ... "
" ... Apart from that simply for music these headphones are great. ... "
" ... Best headphone for sound quality ... "
" ... Writing this review after 2 months of using this amazing headphone. ... "
" ... If you really care for sound quality and don't like the hassle of using wires, this is the headphone for you. ... Instead buy it's official headphone case from headphone zone. ... "
" ... Apart from that simply for music these headphones are great. ... "
" ... In this price budget best headphone i must say. ... "
Comfort
20headphones, comfort, ears, uncomfortable, ear pads
+85%
-15%
" ... My ears extremely comfortable even after listening continuously for over 2 hours. ... "
" ... It is very comfortable, but getting used to the clamping force will 1 or 2 days. ... "
" ... Comfort level is just ok . ... "
" ... Just give it some time and you will fall in love. ... There are 14 levels of volume keeping the Bluetooth volume full on phone, I keep the headphones on level 8 for comfortable use. ... "
" ... Very comfortable to use. ... "
" ... I fell in love with this ... "
" ... comfortable for long hours of music listeneing ... "
" ... If you're looking for good quality headphones for a long lasting period, I'd advice you to buy them. ... "
Price
19worth, best, money, wired, headphones
+84%
-16%
" ... In this price budget best headphone i must say. ... "
" ... In this price budget best headphone i must say. ... "
" ... A satisfying piece and worth every penny . ... "
" ... These cost about 50% more than the wired versions but if you like the M50x you may find these wireless headphones worth the extra money. ... "
" ... DR Best headphones for the price. ... This is the best headphones i have used under 20k price range. ... I too had the same question but after using it, one thing was very clear that the price difference did justify as the sound was spectacular on both wired and wireless modes . ... "
" ... Got these for less than 12k on a sale here. ... At that price they are a no brainer. ... If you are looking for great sound at around 15k mark these are the ones to buy! ... "
" ... The best headphone in this price range. ... "
" ... This your budget is good then go with Beyerdynamic - DT 990 Pro. ... "
Bluetooth
17headphones, worst, wired, stopped, sounding
+59%
-41%
" ... Connectivity: It does come with 2 connectivity options either you can use the included cable to connect or use bluetooth. ... I usually use the included cable to connect to my PC and the bluetooth for my phone. ... Although I read on the internet that the bluetooth version has lower sound quality due to bluetooth. ... Superior bluetooth 5.0 ... "
" ... Now there is a question in many people's mind on sound quality of bluetooth headphones and does the price difference w.r.t it's wired unit justify . ... "
" ... Now there is a question in many people's mind on sound quality of bluetooth headphones and does the price difference w.r.t it's wired unit justify . ... "
" ... Edit : they don't sound that good when connected to laptop via bluetooth but with my smartphone aptx they sound exceptionally good. ... "
" ... A good bluetooth headset with noise cancellation. ... It's a good bluetooth headset with noise cancellation(its good, not best) with good battery back up. ... "
" ... Pairing is easy with iPhone (just like any other Cans). ... But if you are looking for a good neutral sounding headphones, that sound amazing, brilliant clarity and sound reproduction, Bluetooth and wired, and one that carries a great brand value - this one is for you. ... "
" ... Bluetooth is fast. ... Pairing and connections are seamless ... "
" ... The default Bluetooth battery indicator on Android is more accurate. ... "
Frequencies
13mids, balanced, lows, crisp, punchy
+100%
" ... Vocals come in crisp and clear. ... Midrange is produced pretty accurately. ... "
" ... The highs, mids and lows are balanced. ... "
" ... Bass is punchy not over powering at all, not bleeding into the mids and highs, balanced as it should be . ... "
" ... 1.3 Highs: It creates just the perfect highs and a very stable frequency of sound while maintaining the clearity. ... "
" ... However they don't sound like studio monitors as the mids are sharper with punchy lows. ... "
" ... The highs, mids and lows are balanced. ... "
" ... Highs are well balanced, Vocal has ample clarity and bass is punchy. ... "
" ... The sound is great, its ALMOST the same as athm50x, but the highs are slightly more crisp. ... "
Bass
13heavy, punchy, music, mids, m50x
+100%
" ... This is having good quality of flat sound but bass is missing. ... "
" ... Therefore most of the 'GREAT' earphones do deliver heart stopping bass but nothing else. ... With these, every note, every frequency is absolutely crystal clear along with real pleasant bass to the ears. ... "
" ... Exceptional sound whether you play wired or wireless, better than most Bluetooth headphones, lows are little bit more emphasized, mids sound just as good, and shrillness of highs are toned down a little bit compared to original m50x. ... "
" ... 1.1 Lows: The bass is pretty plenty for any normal user or even audiophiles but for the heavy bass fans these are not the headphones to get. ... "
" ... I found audio somewhat muffled and bass mixing with audio and other instruments. ... Even bass punch is better in m50x compared to m50xbt. ... "
" ... I am fully satisfied with the quality, these are not for bass heads. ... Just fine vocals and bass when needed and yes no difference in sound quality with or without cable. ... "
" ... Bass is punchy not over powering at all, not bleeding into the mids and highs, balanced as it should be . ... Definitely a no brainer if you want to hear high quality music instead of just overpowered bass and banging your head into the wall at the end of the day . ... "
" ... If you are a music lover who enjoys music (not heavy bass) I suggest go for it. ... Be it any song, hard rock, hip hop, melodies, rock . ... Bass is good. ... "
Noise Cancellation
12cancellation, isolation, passive noise cancellation, travel, pretty good
+100%
" ... No noise cancellation and it's not a big deal as you might think unless you travel a lot or have an annoying co worker next to you. ... "
" ... There is no active noise cancellation, but they isolate sound very well. ... "
" ... The sound quality is on point, the noise cancelation is pretty good as well. ... "
" ... I gave only a 3 star for noise cancellation because it has not ANC but it is a studio monitoring headphones hence it is fine. ... it has good passive noise cancellation. ... "
" ... It fits really well, providing passive noise cancellation but also tightly covers the ears, thereby straining them. ... "
" ... Noise isolation is pretty good as well. ... "
" ... Noise isolation is pretty good as well. ... "
" ... A good bluetooth headset with noise cancellation. ... Before buying this headset I did research for a good noise cancellation headset and found headsets like Sony WH-1000XM2, MDR-1000X, WH-CH500 and Sennheiser PXC550, HD4.50 BT. ... "
Battery Life
12life, week, hours, charge, amazing
+100%
" ... And yeah that battery life is amazing, way better than my other BT cans i.e. ... "
" ... The battery back up is phenomenal. ... "
" ... Wonderful product, battery life is bit hit or miss but its totally worth it for sound quality. ... "
" ... And yeah that battery life is amazing, way better than my other BT cans i.e. ... "
" ... Battery backup is good ... "
" ... Which is good but not as good as the promised 40 hours. ... The actual battery is well above 30 hours almost near 35. ... "
" ... Battery life is upto the mark. ... "
" ... Battery life is insane doesn't know it goes 40 hours or not but it sure goes beyond my expectations, i tried draining them itook me 1 week of heavy usage to darin them even then it drained to 20% when i plugged them to charge. ... "
Device Compatibility
11connect, disconnect, android, via, running
+91%
-9%
" ... Connectivity: It does come with 2 connectivity options either you can use the included cable to connect or use bluetooth. ... I usually use the included cable to connect to my PC and the bluetooth for my phone. ... "
" ... But laptops or computers running windows, linux or phones running android or iOS don't have any issues. ... "
" ... But laptops or computers running windows, linux or phones running android or iOS don't have any issues. ... "
" ... Edit : they don't sound that good when connected to laptop via bluetooth but with my smartphone aptx they sound exceptionally good. ... Anyway you always have option to connect them to laptop via cable ... "
" ... N.b you'd need to tune your phone/PC equalizer. ... I use Note9 and I tuned my phone's equalizer and enabled dolby atmos and believe me the sound is awesome. ... "
" ... Pairing is easy with iPhone (just like any other Cans). ... "
" ... Pairing and connections are seamless ... "
" ... The default Bluetooth battery indicator on Android is more accurate. ... "
Build Quality
11found, quality, 4, still, sound
+100%
" ... Build quality is pretty good. ... "
" ... Material is sturdy and flexible. ... "
" ... Build Quality- 4/5 ... "
" ... Build Quality: It is a very sturdy headphone although it is made out of plastic but It is not the cheap kind of plastic. ... It is a very strong and quality feeling. ... The cushions are of good quality leather and they can be replaced if you somehow your ear pads get damaged. ... Good build quality ... "
" ... leather pouch not good, tends to compress the headband, would suggest purchasing a hard case ... "
" ... I was sceptical about this and found a stiching fault in the headband so got a replacement (Still without a seal on the box). ... "
" ... Build Quality- 4/5 ... "
" ... I listen to a lot of extreme music like speed metal, thrash etc. ... "
For Running
9music, love, gym, especially, crowded
+100%
" ... Love the headphones. ... "
" ... Overall, I was very impressed with these headphones. ... After getting these headphones I could listen and distinguish between all the instruments playing in the background which I never before did. ... I would especially recommend these headphones for MetalHeads, Simphony Lovers and Vocal Listeners. ... "
" ... Most of the things are great about these headphones. ... "
" ... Love the headphones. ... "
" ... Love the headphones. ... "
" ... The headphones also shakes/trebles especially while listening to music. ... If you're looking for good quality headphones for a long lasting period, I'd advice you to buy them. ... "
" ... These are one of the best headphones I have listened to so far. ... "
" ... Let it run through. ... "
Product Reliability
9stopped, months, month, days, using
+44%
-56%
" ... Bluetooth stopped working after few days ... "
" ... Bluetooth stopped working after few days ... "
" ... Most of the times it won't work. ... "
Cables
8sound quality, found, cables, also, phone
+75%
-25%
" ... Just fine vocals and bass when needed and yes no difference in sound quality with or without cable. ... "
" ... If you really care for sound quality and don't like the hassle of using wires, this is the headphone for you. ... "
" ... If you really care for sound quality and don't like the hassle of using wires, this is the headphone for you. ... "
" ... Anyway you always have option to connect them to laptop via cable ... "
" ... Be it sound quality, durability, material quality, cables, etc. ... "
" ... Be it sound quality, durability, material quality, cables, etc. ... "
Software Platform
5android, windows, apps, app, headphones
+80%
-20%
" ... NOTE: If you want the best experience with these headphones I would highly recommend you to download the Dobly Atmos for Windows 10 and configure it. ... "
" ... But laptops or computers running windows, linux or phones running android or iOS don't have any issues. ... "
" ... But laptops or computers running windows, linux or phones running android or iOS don't have any issues. ... "
" ... Once I got the headphones fired up the app on my android phone it notified me of a firmware upgrade. ... "
Cover
5leather, included, headband, case, carrying
+100%
" ... Included leather Carrying Pouch ... "
" ... leather pouch not good, tends to compress the headband, would suggest purchasing a hard case ... "
" ... It comes with a soft pouch and that doesn't protect the headphones at all. ... "
" ... It comes with a soft pouch and that doesn't protect the headphones at all. ... "
" ... At this price at least a proper carrying case should have been included instead of a pouch ... "
Call quality
4worst, voice, side, quality, person
+25%
-75%
" ... It does not respond all the time and most importantly, the call quality is worst when it's connected through Bluetooth. ... Person on the other side of the line can barely hear your voice. ... "
" ... It does not respond all the time and most importantly, the call quality is worst when it's connected through Bluetooth. ... Person on the other side of the line can barely hear your voice. ... "
Volume
3sound, loud, max, life, hours
+67%
-33%
" ... at high volumes sound leakage is there ... "
" ... Sound stage is very wide and can accommodate maximum no. ... "
Apps
3technica, etc, battery, audio, apps
+67%
-33%
" ... A very convinient Audio Technica connect app is available on ITunes and play store. ... "
" ... It gives basic info related to battery, codecs etc. ... "
Touch Sensitivity
3input, thing, headphone
-100%
" ... The touch input is laggy and inaccurate. ... "
Fit
3battery, amazing sound quality
+100%
" ... Just give it some time and you will fall in love. ... "
" ... Just give it some time and you will fall in love. ... "
Design
3+100%
" ... This just adds more flare to your experience. ... "
" ... If you are particular about this feature, look elsewhere. ... "
" ... The detail it delivers is out of this world. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 1.77 meters
Connectivity
Number of USB ports: 1
USB: Yes
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