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Audio-Technica ATH-M50s Studio Monitor Headphones

A straight cable clone of the popular ATH-M50, the ATH-M50s offers the same durability and professional monitoring of its predecessor at a great price.

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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 1/4-inch 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.

Audio-Technica ATH-M50s Features

- 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 1/4-inch adapter zZounds is an authorized dealer of Audio-Technica products.

- Type: Closed-back dynamic
- Driver Diameter: 45 mm
- Magnet: Neodymium
- Voice Coil: CCAW (Copper-clad aluminum wire)
- Frequency Response: 15 - 28,000 Hz
- Maximum Input Power: 1,600 mW at 1 kHz
- Sensitivity: 99 dB
- Impedance: 38 ohms
- Weight: 284 g (10 oz) without cable and connector
- Cable: 3.5 m (11.0'), OFC litz wire
- Connector: Gold-plated stereo 1/8" (3.5 mm) connector with strain relief and professional screw-on 1/4" (6.3 mm) adapter
- Accessory Included: Protective pouch

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Base Item: Shipping Weight: 2 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 12 x 9 x 5 in

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zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us. "Great for casual listening/dj'ing, decent for mixing"

Sound: Slightly boosted low end + Closed Back Cans = Hyped bass Great because that tends to be the trend in modern pop/rock/hip hop/dance, basically most any style of modern music. This was an area of great concern for me because I don't like that overly bassy sound, but I am happy to report that the bass is "plump" but not too "fat". The mid range somehow manages to punch its way through very well too, clear and focused, their are a couple of freq in the upper mids that don't sing quite as loud, but once again, not a big deal. Hi end is subtly sparkly, not at all harsh, but perhaps a tad too crisp, this can be tweaked via eq settings in your device. Cymbals, vocals, solos, and the like are well represented across the board, The detail of the sound is most impressive as you can really hear deeper into the recordings. Hi quality audio formats are a must. I didn't notice to much of a "break in" period, sounded good out of the box to my ears. Feature: Straight cord is a must if you plan on mixing, comes with 1/4'' adapter that feels rugged and screws into the 1/8''. Gold plated, cord is a little on the thin side for me, it'll be interesting to see how it does in a year, but at least its not obnoxiously thick or frighteningly thin like my bose cans. Swiveling cans are in awesome feature that everyone will fall in love with, not just dj's. Pad on the headband is not pillow soft like some of the sennhiesers, but once again, this thing carries more of a dual purpose kinda "use in your home studio then pop it in your bag and hit the streets" ruggedness about it. Ease of Use: Ease of use? Put them on your head. Win. Quality: Back to the ruggedness of it, I like stuff that feels tough, looks stylish but not goofy, functional and will get plenty of mileage without wearing down and falling apart. I've had these for a month so its too early to say anything about that, But based purely on cosmetics, I'd say this unit looks solid. Value: Excellent value if you know what your looking for, I find that these are good all around cans and if they were lost or stolen, I'd replace them. Manufacturer Support: Never dealt with them. But the warranty information is there if I need to. The Wow Factor: I'm a music teacher, when I pulled those out to show a student a song, he said, "whoa, those are like insane, professional headphones!" How's that for a wow factor. Anyway I love the subtle yet stylish design, the smooth sound. And the fact that I got through this whole review without saying the word "punchy" one time.....oh wait.....dang.... Overall: These are excellent all around cans, if you can only get one pair for casual listening and mixing in a project studio, these should be considered. They are not very well suited for tracking, because the isolation is surprisingly bad considering how snug they form to your head and ears. Also, they sound great, but due to the slightly hyped bass, they don't accurately translate the mix I get with them over to my rokit g5's very suitably, however like any pair of headphones, once your ears get accustomed to the response, you can learn to compensate, which leaves with just a great sounding pair of cans at a great price.

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Overall: I don't know what else to say. The clarity is impeccable. I still can't believe I paid half the price for the same quality as ANY of Audio Technica's competitors. Every producer and engineer should have these for themselves and their artists

Style of Music: Hip-hop/ soul

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