Audio-Technica ATH-M50x ATH-M50XENSO
The 45mm dynamic drivers deliver a 15Hz-28kHz frequency range, making these closed-back monitors a reliable tool with a 63.6/100 studio score. This limited-edition ENSO variant stands out with custom sumi ink brushstroke engravings on the rings and headband, paired with a chance to win an exclusive furoshiki cloth accessories kit. Best for studio monitoring beginners who value functional audio performance and a collectible, art-driven unboxing experience.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 45
open closed back closed
47 Overall Score
Price CA$0
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong comfort (86th percentile) 86th
- Strong build (76th percentile) 76th
- Strong sound (75th percentile) 75th
Cons
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average social proof (19th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.1 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 |
| Freq Min | 15 |
| Freq Max | 28000 |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 1.2 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
| Boom Mic | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica ATH-M50x ATH-M50XENSO | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | TOZO HT3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 45 | 42 | 40 | 40 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 470 | - | 314 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.4 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica ATH-M50x ATH-M50XENSO | 30.1 | 14.9 | 75.9 | 74.7 | 42.7 | 86.4 | 35 | 18.5 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 97.4 | 84.2 | 92 | 97.6 | 88.7 | 86.4 | 97.7 | 59.5 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 97.4 | 99.3 | 95.7 | 99.4 | 71.3 | 50.1 | 97.3 | 97.5 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 97.4 | 84.2 | 75.9 | 94.9 | 71.3 | 50.1 | 98.9 | 83.2 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Compare | 91.9 | 77.5 | 97.1 | 46.3 | 71.3 | 50.1 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 87 | 84.2 | 95.7 | 98.9 | 96.9 | 50.1 | 96.3 | 91.4 |
Usage Scores
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