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ATH-M50s Professional Studio Monitor Headphones (with straight cable)

Audio-Technica has introduced a straight-cable version, ATH-M50s, of its flagship ATH-M50 headphones. Designed to provide an exceptionally natural response for professional monitoring/mixing, the headphones feature a closed-back, collapsible design with 45 mm neodymium drivers, circumaural ear pieces (180° swivel) and luxuriously padded ear cushions. A straight cable at the left earpiece terminates to a gold-plated mini-plug with included screw-on ¼" adapter.

Audio-Technica’s sophisticated driver technology and superior components deliver exceptional power handling and very high SPL capabilities while maintaining clarity of sound throughout their extended range, with deep, accurate bass and outstanding high-frequency extension. The headphones feature proprietary large-aperture drivers with neodymium magnet systems for ultra-efficient signal transfer.

Read what top industry professionals are saying about the ATH-M50.
  • Exceptional audio quality for professional monitoring and mixing

  • Collapsible design ideal for easy portability and convenient storage

  • Proprietary 45 mm large-aperture drivers with neodymium magnet systems

  • Closed-back cushioned earcup design creates an outstanding seal for maximum isolation

  • Adjustable padded headband for comfort during long mixing/recording sessions

  • Single-sided straight cable terminates to gold-plated mini-plug with screw-on ¼" adapter

  • Available in black color with coiled cable (ATH-M50), white color with coiled cable (ATH-M50WH), and silver color with straight cable (Limited Edition ATH-M50s/LE)


SPECIFICATIONS
TypeClosed-back dynamic
Driver Diameter45 mm
MagnetNeodymium
Voice CoilCCAW (Copper-clad aluminum wire)
Frequency Response15 - 28,000 Hz
Maximum Input Power1,600 mW at 1 kHz
Sensitivity99 dB
Impedance38 ohms
Weight284 g (10 oz) without cable and connector
Cable3.5 m (11.0'), OFC litz wire
ConnectorGold-plated stereo 1/8" (3.5 mm) connector with strain relief and professional screw-on 1/4" (6.3 mm) adapter
Accessory IncludedProtective pouch


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ATH-M50s Professional Studio Monitor Headphones (with straight cable) 4.9 5 23 23
Simply the best These headphones are simply the best headphones I've ever heard. I always make it a point to try out new headphones and so far nothing has come close. I recently moved to Europe and was not able to bring my headphones with me, due to the bulk, but I love them so much that I decided to have them shipped out despite the cost. December 30, 2012
Absolutely Fantastic As just a casual listener my review may not be the most reliable or professional peace of writing but anyways. I found the ATH-M50 strait cable headphones to be completely 100% the best headphones I've ever used, owned and seen as long as I've been interested in high quality audio. As a bass head every aspect of bass is important, from high quality and large bass capacity to it being balanced and not overriding all the other sound. The bass is absolutely flawless and doesn't drown out any of the other frequencies, the highs are crisp and not to sharp (I hope that makes sense) and the mids are perfectly balanced. The only problem I had was that they got a little uncomfortable but that was after 6 1/2 hours so I would expect that. Over all ATH you did an extraordinary job and I you continue being the best audio tech company out there. December 25, 2012
Absolutely Amazing!!! I have had these cans for at least a year and all I have to say is WOW!! I absolutely LOVE these headphones! I use them all the time in multiple environments for multiple purposes; mainly as onstage monitors, but also for casual listening, and when I'm producing. There is no need to go and buy a pair of active noise canceling headphones with these things.These are my onstage monitors I use when i play guitar at my church and my church plays the music really loud and even if I have a minimal amount of sounds going through these things I CANNOT hear anything outside of these! I won't hardly listen to anything with my in-ears because the quality of the ath-m50's is just unmatched in anything I've ever heard. I compared them to my friends $300 AKG's and they blew them out of the water! I'm in love with these things! I am constantly recommending them to my friends if they are looking for great headphones. BUY THEM!! YOU WONT REGRET IT!! November 26, 2012
best headphones under $200.00 I just got these today and they sound amazing. The bass is very rich, the mids are fantastic, and the highs are soaring! The only bad thing is the cable is like 6 feet. Litterally the only bad thing. overall, these are the best headphones i have ever owned! I own bose, v-moda, and sadly, skullcandy. i am very happy i purchased these. buy these if you are in this budget and you want more bang for your buck. September 28, 2012
Sounds Very Accurate The highs are quite clear, much better than other headphones of the price range, such as the v-mode crossfade lp's. These have very accurate response over a wide range. They present bass well, not obnoxiously, and you can modify balancing easily on your console anyways. September 16, 2012
Great for headphones! I bought these headphones to use them as studio monitor headphones and to do my own mixing through. I got much more than I bargained for! The frequency range is astonishing and the sensitivity is superb! The only gripes I have are MINISCULE to say the least. There is sound leakage at high volumes, and they don't have a totally flat response. Both things that are to be expected with headphones, and not major issues. All in all, an A+ product! July 22, 2012
Best Headphones I have ever used. These headphones are amazing. I use them on a daily basis, watching movies, listening to music and playing video games. I have tried many different brands and models and find these to be the best, period. If I had to find any cons about them it would be the lack of a detachable cord and possible the small amount of sound leakage at higher volume levels. Thanks for a great product. May 10, 2012
Don't bother with any other headphone under 200.00 dollars, PERIOD! I searched high and low for the best quality sounding headphone for the price. After an extensive search, I stumbled upon the ATH-M50s. After listening to them for just a few minutes, I couldn't believe how well they sounded. Truly 'A work of art'. Please don't hesitate buying them. I can assure you wont go wrong with the purchase, PERIOD! April 18, 2012
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I think the reason some people say one year, is that the Purchase Registration Card that comes with the M50 headphones says "One year limited warranty." However, this model (regardless of cable type) is not listed as one of the exceptions to the two-year warranty. The Audio-Technica rep confirmed the two-year warranty in this thread, as you saw. But A-T might want to think about including an updated (and correct) registration card in their packaging.
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1 year from date of purchase.
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Thank you for your inquiry. The warranty for the ATH-M50 is two years. You may review warranty information for all of our products at:

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One year.
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Cable lenght

- Could you please tell me how long the (straight) cable is?

- And it is NON-detachable, correct?

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it's pretty darn long (bout 11ft lol)

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It's about 3mt. Not detachable.
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Thank you for your inquiry. The cable is 11' (3.5 m) long. You are correct, it does not detach.
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Which ear cup does the wire go into?

When you put on these headphones properly, which ear has the wire attaching to the ear cup? Right or Left? I tried to look at the pic but didn't see any marking of R or L.
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Left ear cup
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Thank you for your inquiry. The wire is on the left cup.
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They look great but i was hoping for around 1.2-1.5 meters tops.
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The ATH-M50s Headphones are not available with a shorter length of straight cable. I can only suggest trying the coiled cable version, the ATH-M50, instead. The cable is 1.2 meters in length when it is in the relaxed state.
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hank you for your inquiry. They sound the same.
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