Audio-Technica
Fones de ouvido profissionais de monitoração Audio-Technica ATH-M50x LAB edição limitada
Best professional monitoring headphones for audio enthusiasts and studio creators.
Celebrate creativity with the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x LAB Limited Edition headphones, a 2024 release born from fan collaboration. Featuring a sleek black leather headband and earpads, these headphones are lauded by audio professionals for their outstanding sound. Proprietary 45mm drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils deliver crystal-clear highs and deep, accurate bass across an impressive frequency range. The closed-back design ensures excellent sound isolation, making them perfect for any listening environment.
$299.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
74
/ 5531
#74 in Headphones
Price vs Category Average
-49%
Below average
Type
Closed-back dynamic
/ Closed-back dynamic
Who it's for
- Audio engineers needing accurate sound for mixing and monitoring
- Traveling professionals requiring durable and portable gear
- Brand enthusiasts seeking unique aesthetic designs
Who should skip it
- Users prone to ear fatigue during long studio sessions
- Listeners preferring the expansive soundstage of open-back headphones
- Budget-conscious buyers prioritizing performance over exclusive aesthetics
Performance breakdown
Sonic Accuracy
Proprietary drivers deliver a balanced, studio-grade sound profile for critical listening.
Passive Isolation
Closed-back design effectively blocks external noise for focused, immersive monitoring sessions.
Build Durability
Professional-grade construction withstands the rigors of daily studio and field use.
Monitoring Flexibility
Swiveling earcups allow for convenient single-ear monitoring during live recording sessions.
Connectivity Versatility
Detachable cable system offers reliable performance and easy replacement options.
Long-term Comfort
Leather padding provides a secure fit suitable for extended mixing sessions.
Key Specs
Type
Closed-back dynamic
Driver Diameter
45 mm
Frequency Response
15 Hz – 28 kHz
Sensitivity
99 dB/mW
Impedance
38 Ω
Weight
285 g
Magnet
Neodymium magnet / CCAW voice coil
Earcup Material
Leather
Features
- 45mm large-aperture drivers for precise audio
- Closed-back design for superior isolation
- 90° swiveling earcups for monitoring flexibility
- Durable, professional-grade construction
- Detachable cables for versatile use
- Limited Edition LAB Monitor Design
- Exceptional clarity and deep bass
What customers say
Users consistently praise the exceptional audio fidelity and premium build quality of this limited edition. The sound reproduction is highly accurate, delivering clear mids, articulate highs, and tight impactful bass perfect for serious listening. Reviewers appreciate the balanced professional sound signature. Furthermore, the robust construction and high quality materials suggest excellent long term reliability. This model successfully merges professional performance with an exclusive design, resulting in very high user satisfaction.
Know before you buy
The LAB edition is a 2024 limited release developed through fan collaboration. It features a distinct aesthetic design while maintaining the same professional-grade internal components and sonic performance as the classic ATH-M50x.
Yes, they are designed for professional monitoring with a comfortable over-ear fit and 90-degree swiveling earcups. The leather padding is durable, though users with sensitive ears may find the closed-back design creates a warm environment during extended use.
With an impedance of 38 ohms, these headphones are easy to drive and can be powered effectively by most laptops, tablets, and smartphones without the need for an external amplifier.
These headphones use a closed-back design to provide passive noise isolation. While they do not feature electronic active noise cancellation, the tight seal of the earcups is highly effective at blocking out ambient background noise in busy environments.
Yes, the ATH-M50x LAB features a detachable cable design. This allows you to easily swap or replace cables if they become damaged, or to switch between different cable lengths depending on your setup.
They offer a balanced, studio-accurate sound signature with exceptional clarity in the high frequencies and deep, controlled bass. They are designed to provide a transparent representation of your audio, making them ideal for both critical listening and professional mixing.
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