Should YOU Still Get the Audio Technica ATH-M50x Headphones | Creative Review

[@GustavoMendozaCanales]

I saw those headphones in Amazon and fall in love with them at the first sight. How is that you only have 186 suscribers with such a good content!!! Great work man!

[@felixkruip]

Thank you so much man! I'm working hard for it.

[@DeanoBanksy]

Honestly, these are my favourite headphones, I use them for nearly everything. All I've had to do in the 5 years that I've owned them is replace the ear pads as the original ones were knackered and the material started to flake off.

[@CreedBrattonTheOffice]

Yeah I've probably owned them for at least 6 years now and they're amazing. I've replaced the entire thing once (due to it being stolen when the house was robbed. No fault of Audio Technica haha. This was mid 2019). Since then I got a replacement and in the 3 years I've had this pair, I've just replaced the ear pads a few weeks ago. The headband is showing a little fatigue but that's probably because I've only cleaned it a couple times. Gonna clean it more often now. I had to look up a video for replacing the pads but was relatively easy process and cheap. It was like 25 NZD for the replacement pads. I also see so many youtubers using these now compared to a few years ago. Even Linus Tech Tips uses them on their WAN show. Must be good!

[@edim108]

I've recently bought M50xBT's on sale and I love them. They are a little bass-heavy but for me, it's a positive- I listen to a lot of bassy music and use public transport so with these cranked to full on a bus, I hardly hear anything other than the music.

[@TheDoctorBoy]

It's been 6 years and counting with my M50X. Still in perfect condition and sounds great.

[@felixkruip]

Agreed!

[@richardrosales2220]

Did you replace the foams and head padding? Mine crumbled after just 2 years. But it still sounds great after 5 years of use.

[@TheDoctorBoy]

@@richardrosales2220 Yes the paddings started to peel off after around 2 years. They could've made with it a better material. I got a set of Brainwavz and it made it even better, way more comfortable. I suggest you get those if you haven't replaced them already :)

[@richardrosales2220]

@@TheDoctorBoy Thanks. I've already replaced them :)

[@ProbablySteven]

I just got the limited edition purple version of these headphones. Love 'em! Tuned perfectly for music listening.

[@AiryFake]

Cool content bro. 1K subs? No way. Keep growing. One of the best intros I've seen so far and the B-Rolls are amazing :)

[@felixkruip]

Thanks you so much! I aim for the highest quality.

[@tyresecampbell7507]

I've recently watched all of your videos. Love it content, keep it up, don't stop. Really appreciate the effort you put into these.

[@felixkruip]

You have no idea how much I appreciate this comment! Thank you very much for your kind words. I'm currently working on a lot more videos, and they are coming soon! Thanks for tuning in.

[@WR3ND]

Yes, isolation, not consolation. Have to be active for consolation. Anyway, yeah, I got the hybrid Bluetooth ones. They're nice, but a bit thick on the low end for me, not too heavy, just thick. Cheers.

[@Yipper64]

been looking at a lot of reviews for these headphones, im confident in my purchase. I cant wait for them to arrive! but its probably going to take another week and a half or so...

[@felixkruip]

Waiting is the best part! I'm excited for you. Have fun with them when they arrive! :)

[@AnthonyJames7]

Yeah this video still slaps in 2020

[@Jisooee]

Even in 2021

[@night88shade]

I use this for 5 years, and still use it now. I also have Sony WH-1000XM3 but still ATH-M50X is my favorite. I only change the earpads because is has been worn out after 5 years

[@nerdyneedsalife8315]

I have a pair as well as my fiancee, totally didn't get them in the rad colors of black/blue and black/purple. I feel like some of the hate on these headphones are a bit extreme. I heard some complain about the highs and in some songs it's bothersome but it's pretty rare. Some complain there is no soundstage. I would say it's limited but I wouldn't say that it's terrible for gaming. My fiancee uses these for Phasmaphobia and she pinpoints the sound of the spirits every time. I can understand these not being everyone cups of tea. Like I said, the highs are slightly bothersome so for those who are sensitive to highs, I don't recommend them. However, I find them to be fun. That's why sound is always hard to determine looking at reviews. Everyone hears sound differently so one person can say they screech while others find them to be a relaxing pair of headphones.

[@eliehaers1905]

I picked up a pair today and i am loving them

[@felixkruip]

Good on you man! Enjoy them.

[@eliehaers1905]

Thanks

[@Yuu_Touko]

So i've been using the original M50's since 2015, and before that they were used by my friend. He bought them in 2012 and then he gifted them to me. I absolutely love these things. There are flaws, but man, they just feel like home. And the sound is amazing as well, whatever people may say. That said, my model is just tired. It's 8 years old, after all. They still do work just fine though. But i will probably get a new pair soon. M50X would be a nice upgrade over the 8 year old M50. :)

[@felixkruip]

That's so awesome to read! Glad someone loves them just as much as I do.

[@Yuu_Touko]

@@felixkruip cheers, friend! I love them! They do also scale to some extension with an amplifier. I would not say that the amp is necessary, but they will benefit from one. I, personally, use them with a Sound Blaster Z card, and they sound amazing! Will be swapping it for an AE-5 card from Creative though. I will probably buy the card alongside headphones. :)

[@felixkruip]

@@Yuu_Touko sounds good (no pun intended), enjoy!

[@user-Phil841]

Just bought these from coolblue, can't wait for them, my music is waiting💯 Good video btw.

[@felixkruip]

Awesome, enjoy!

[@Epicsburg]

my old pair of dt970 pro 80's finally died after 7 years, so I'm finally giving these a try.

[@felixkruip]

Let me know if you like them!

[@Dogeyess]

How are they!

[@Epicsburg]

@@Dogeyess I returned them after a day and got the HD 58x. Been happy with those.

[@tombishop6730]

Thanks bro.This video really helped.Keep up the great work :)

[@grimace6532]

Mine ship Monday I’m so excited

[@felixkruip]

and, how are they treating ya?

[@averagejoe6890]

Did you like it

[@esrar3489]

how they feel bro, after long use you recommend

[@himanshutiwari90]

why didn't you go for bluetooth version as they are convenient outside and can be used inside wired with the same sound signature .

[@felixkruip]

Wait there is a Bluetooth version?? :P

[@himanshutiwari90]

@@felixkruip ya , and sounds marginally less harsh

[@felixkruip]

@@himanshutiwari90 I'll Def check that out! Thanks.

[@Messihaz]

True, and they have better earpads

[@volkswagenpassat-w3o]

Heerlijke video man ! Ga zo door

[@felixkruip]

Bedankt voor je positieve reactie! Workin on it.. :D

[@chrisl2431]

How Are they for gaming i really thinking of getting Them keep up the good work

[@izansengun]

What do you think about bluetooth version of this? Which one should I buy for mix purposes?

[@vinsonesteban1250]

Do you recommend this for music transcription with lots of instruments? Nice vid!

[@felixkruip]

Absolutely. Thanks!

[@47dark]

Bro can you compare this headphone with Audio Technica's ath m40x, will appreciate and btw very high quality video mate subscribed👍

[@souljagirl2505]

Anyone using this for drumming? Can please share your experience? Thanks

[@Revmotif]

Has anyone tried using these headphones with Hi-Fi Quad DAC on LG phones? I have LG V30+ Is there a big difference in sound Quality when using the Quad DAC?

[@Rockmyway00]

Hey, what a coincidence! I also am using V30+ and in my opinion I like the M40X more. HiFi Quad DAC is nice but it's still inside your phone so there isn't a great deal of improvement. M40X gives a more natural sound because of its flat frequency response. But either one is a good purchase. If you're a casual user you probably can't hear the difference anyway.

[@Revmotif]

@@Rockmyway00 For years I have been wanting to buy the m50s. Finally ordered the m50x. I had this same comment posted on other m50 review videos and got a reply of the KZbinr saying that the Sennheiser hd599 or 598 headphones with the v30 is a great pair for quality because of the headphones high impedence.

[@Revmotif]

@@Rockmyway00 I have also heard about the m40x being slightly better then the m50x

[@Rockmyway00]

@@Revmotif HD599's impedence is 50 ohms.It's usable on a phone but I HIGHLY recommend using it with desktop DAC+AMP. Just remember >50 ohms required DAC+AMP, that's the rule of thumb. Smartphones just don't have enough power for anything high-end.

[@Revmotif]

@@Rockmyway00 ok I will keep this in mind for the future, this is good to know thank you👍

[@priestlygarments4004]

I recently purchased a new headset (ATH-M50xBT) and noticed that it has a p65 (Proposition 65 Cancer and Reproductive harm) warning on the back of the box. I looked at several other Audio Technica headsets and many of them seemed to carry this warning. Is anyone familiar with this warning or why it would be listed on so many of the AT products? Should I send mine back? I got it at B&H. This warning label is located in the back of the box. Also did your box come with a plastic cover for the headphone box? Mine didn’t! Just a box

[@balumartins8054]

Great review man 😎 im gettin them beasts soon haha btw i work at coolblue so i might get them at a discounted price 😁😁 are you belgian or dutch?

[@felixkruip]

Awesome! I'm Dutch 😀

[@shivang7642]

Idk how you broke them, I use mine a bit roughly too XDXD. Only problem I have is the headband, it's not replaceable 😥😥😥, and it wears off. Btw are the stock ear pads good choice ( I preferred not to buy any other)??

[@felixkruip]

I haven't tried other ear pads. I like the stock ones!

[@גלסינ]

can you use Audio Technica ATH-M50 headphones as wired headphones without using a battery?

[@felixkruip]

Of course!

[@weeevan3078]

How does these compare to the bose noise canceling headphones as far as sound quality only?

[@felixkruip]

That's funny actually, because my brother had the Bose Noise canceling headphones. He just bought the M50x's and is very happy with them. My personal opinion is that the Bose are very nice, but the M50x's really beat them when it comes to sound. They are different headphones for sure, but I like that the M50x's still have passive noice canceling. If you would buy them only for the sound quality, I would go for the M50x's.

[@codyreiger6543]

These headphones are amazing for sound quality! I use them every day in my own studio, whether its just casual listening, mixing or mastering. I shopped around and tried so many different brands and found for sound quality and price, nothing on the market could compare. Thats just my opinion though! Heres a link if you wanna grab a pair!! www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00HVLUR86/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=sydneyrae-20&camp=15121&creative=330641&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00HVLUR86&linkId=2f83852c84408b39ca610d97618a5e92

[@maureen1752]

Keep up the good work!

[@miss.wright3035]

What is the make/ model of your turntable, looks very well engineered.

[@felixkruip]

It's a Philips 212. I adore it! I had been looking for this specific model for quite some time. Eventually I found it second hand. Still does its job!

[@miss.wright3035]

@@felixkruip I shall look for same, very nice TT ! I'm contemplating between ATH-M50x VS. AKG K240, any thoughts ?

[@felixkruip]

@@miss.wright3035 hmm, personally I haven't tried these, but after reading into it, it seems like they are open back. Really something you would have to be into. Nice if you are playing an instrument in a controlled environment, but not so much in noise environments. So, that is really up to you...

[@dustinlabat4566]

Just curious if they sound better than the sony 700n. Best buy only has the sony to demo so that is the only sound i can compare to. Thanks

[@felixkruip]

I would love to give you a clear answer on this, but I'm afraid I can't. These are very different headphones. Personally, I would go for the M50x's, but this might be different for someone else.

[@nordfresse]

Are they better than the Beyerdynamic dt 770?

[@felixkruip]

I was actually really hesitating between the DT-770 and the M50x. Eventually, I went for the M50x's. Maybe someone that chose the DT-770 over the M50x's can reply.

[@turtleneck369]

different but if u do not care about portability or cables i would go for DT 770 in most scenarios

[@Messihaz]

Nice video, friend. How did you break your headphones and how long did they last?

[@felixkruip]

Thanks! I had them four years. I used them everyday. And I threw them in my backpack wherever I would go. They would last a lifetime however if used carefully. Cheers!

[@ArtKoch]

So the specter not say so much and mostly people says it has more bass as in frequency graph. Is it true? Half of internet says the bass is too mich and other half says it not so much(like boring monitor headphone) so confused. I’m listening to vocal/trance mostly and not sure if it’s a good one for me

[@michaeldurham2751]

I love it when people say the build quality isn’t as good because they are made of plastic. Find me some head phones which aren’t made of plastic.

[@sophieemmadavis9726]

Hi, I’m looking to purchase headphones suitable for studio use within a budget. Comparing these or the Sennheiser 280 pro, would you recommend these as opposed to Sennheiser? Appreciate the advice!

[@felixkruip]

Hi Sophie, absolutely. Personally I haven't tried the Sennheiser, but several critics and review websites choose the M50x's over the 280 pro. I could definitely recommend the M50x's, but I propose that if you have any doubts, it would be an idea to go to a store and try them both to hear what you prefer. I hope this helps. Cheers!

[@sophieemmadavis9726]

Thanks, good to know 👍🏼 Yes ideally want to try both, however I’m based in The Netherlands and not too familiar with stores where it’s possible to physically try products. Cool Blue has many products I’m looking at, but unsure if I’m able to try them in-store before buying? Thanks

[@felixkruip]

@@sophieemmadavis9726 I know that Coolblue has some stores. You could also try the MediaMarkt, or Baxshop. I think you have the highest chance finding them both at the Baxshop. :)

[@sophieemmadavis9726]

HowToCreative thank you super helpful! 👍🏼

[@mercury-779]

I don’t know why whenever I see these headphones they look like they sound really sharp and have an uncomfortable clamping force

[@subhamchakravarthy3210]

The best thing about audio technica is the sound quality; logo and the black camo which I bought from gadgetshieldz.com have to say that the black camo gives a classy look to my headphones.

[@felixkruip]

That's awesome! Something like Dbrand?

[@subhamchakravarthy3210]

@@felixkruip Yes

[@bawlintanker]

Can you plug them straight into a pc without any type of interface ?

[@felixkruip]

100%! Although if you want that little extra quality out of your headphones you could also plug them into an audio interface, but this not necessarily...

[@bawlintanker]

HowToCreative not sure if you’re a gamer but do you think you’d recommend these for gaming a-swell?

[@felixkruip]

@@bawlintanker I am a gamer, and yes I would recommend them. However, if you are thinking of using them primarily for gaming, I would choose different headphones that might also serve as a headset. But, yea, you can...

[@bawlintanker]

@@felixkruip Thanks! I pulled the trigger and bought them. They sound so amazing.

[@henson2k]

Does it hurt ears? I really hate how BT version doesn't have 1/4 jack

[@felixkruip]

It does not hurt my ears at all, even after many hours!

[@henson2k]

@@felixkruip thank you, good to know

[@B3you_]

Are they good for music production? Or more entertainment media

[@felixkruip]

A lot of famous producers use these headphones. So I would say yes...

[@ns7353]

Production rather than media consumption. They have a flat sound signature. I would get Bose if I had another choice for media

[@tonyynot484]

this or the M40x?

[@felixkruip]

Hmm, good question. I think it depends on your budget. Overal I would still put the extra 50 bucks on the table for an M50x. I personally love the M50x's bass. Cheers!

[@benzs500-p4u]

@@felixkruip and is the bass good for monitoring?

[@audy6947]

Fiio BTA10x makes M50x Bluetooth easily.

[@felixkruip]

Good to know, thanks for the comment!

[@zionherbert]

Great video bro

[@felixkruip]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@mohammadnorhazmi9676]

Has anyone tried plugging this to your guitar amp?

[@akoot_]

Yes.

[@calebpierce5331]

holy shit it's steve from minecraft

[@crispin2063]

HI! Can I have the link for your wallpaper?

[@felixkruip]

I think this is the one: www.wallpaperup.com/991700/Scenery_Mountains_Sky_Canada_Lake_Clouds_Squamish-Lillooet_British_Columbia_Nature.html

[@Nuke_2002]

What speakers is in the background

[@felixkruip]

KRK Rokit 6

[@garychowhm]

Just change to a thicker earpad the SQ will be even better

[@Memento86Mori]

I think they could be saved and repaired.

[@felixkruip]

I did actually save them to repair it later!

[@CemeteryWeathersX]

convinced me

[@hurley2609]

Nah mate you should buy the dt 770s pros, they go way lower, down to 5hz vs the 15hz that the M50x can offer

[@felixkruip]

When I bought my first pair I was debating between the two. But the thing that set me off is that I wouldn't want to wear these ones outside. But they sound good indeed!

[@hurley2609]

@@felixkruip What do you mean by "wouldn't want to wear these ones outside"

[@roses1]

5hz is to low to be heard anyway

[@hurley2609]

@@roses1 anything bellow 20hz is sub bass which you can only feel

[@xHawaiiToast]

@@roses1 But not too low to feel it with something that is directly attached to your ears/head.

[@thingythingy9507]

I think theirs something wrong with my ears I prefer the earphones that came with my s10e

[@sheddy3561]

Are you Martin Garrix??

[@felixkruip]

Shht, don't tell anyone!

[@sheddy3561]

HowToCreative 😅🤐

[@47dark]

Lol I thought dat too looks identical I guess he's an Norwagian kindish person too

[@ns7353]

Recommend replacing ear pads

[@felixkruip]

Which ones do you recommend?

[@海外华侨-y5o]

Not sure to buy since I have the sony wh100xm3

[@felixkruip]

That's a nice pair of headphones, and also a higher price range. I would stick with the Sony ones, but it is all up to you. What is the reason you are considering buying the M50's?

[@海外华侨-y5o]

@@felixkruip wanted to use the sony one for transport , and the 50x for office use. . But not sure if 50x is better sounding than sony or not.

[@felixkruip]

@@海外华侨-y5o facts are that the Sony has more range. However, every pair of headphones has a different sound signature. So, I would suggest trying them out in a store, seeing if you like them more than your Sony's for your casual listening.

[@penboy]

And another logo

[@endish_degenerate]

I can already hear you're dutch

[@endish_degenerate]

Oh i just saw the coolblue box lmao

[@sd7335]

no, because the comfort is shit, also the sound isn't good for anything then monitoring. akg 361/371, beyerdynamic dt770 80ohm - get that instead

[@felixkruip]

Used the M50x's for years, for hours at a time. Never had any trouble with the comfort. I love it actually. Hours on the train, plane, or behind the desk: no problem! I think sound wise it is just a matter of preference...

[@zery6040]

I bought them..im a little disappointed.

[@felixkruip]

That's sad to hear... why?

[@zery6040]

@@felixkruip I didnt feel any bass at all... The music quality sounds great but it also sounds flat..

[@arvenbryan3210]

great video. very straight to the point and didnt waste time on some other bulshit.

[@felixkruip]

That's great to hear!

[@rythm8054]

These headphones are worthless too much high end and uncomfortable causing ear fatigue

[@Nuke_2002]

What speakers is in the background

[@felixkruip]

KRK Rokit 6