[EatSteel]

I used my Yamaha HPH-mt220 to check and find that the ath m50x is very closed to the source track but not the DT 770 pro. Wonder if this is true. 
Thanks, Andy

 

[TripBitShooter]

Listening using headphones to a video of recordings of sounds produced by headphones is not correct, as the headphones u use will further colour the sound and also, the songs they use is not what u usually listen to. better to try a live demo at a shop if possible using your own device and music files.

 

[atdc]

Bring your own reference material in lossless quality and have some tracks planned out to test specific aspects of the headphone. Bear in mind they probably won't be burned in.
 
In regards to the m50x, I agree that a new flagship would bring in a lot of upgraders, but they would have to keep the price constrained to under $200 and really improve the sound. Could they do it?

 

[atdc]

  I have a couple of questions about these headphones, hopefully they haven't already been asked somewhere in the 27 page long thread D:
- My main motivation for buying these would be gaming, not competitive, just immersion. Can anyone comment on their capabilities in this respect?
- To clarify, the three cables that ship with these cans plug into the headphones with the 2.5mm end and have a 3.5mm on the other end? And the included adapter is a 3.5mm to quarter inch? 

The m50s will be great for gaming if you just want some fun punchy sound. They accentuate the bass to provide deep boomy explosions. If you're looking for 7.1 surround for FPS you're out of luck. If you're just looking to spend ~$100 on a pair of decent cans to improve your computer station, then look no further.

 

[Freddy1765]

After a ton of reading and a trip to the music store I'm all but set on the DT-770, so I'm almost certainly going to buy those. Thanks for your feedback though!

 

[atdc]

  After a ton of reading and a trip to the music store I'm all but set on the DT-770, so I'm almost certainly going to buy those. Thanks for your feedback though!

A fantastic choice. These are my daily driver atm. My gf uses the athm50.

 

[EatSteel]

Base on the comment in this video (Sony MDR7506 vs Audio-Technica ATH-M40x vs Sennheiser HD280 PRo)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udLoAV7YmjA
One person owning 2 of the headphones in the list agreed with how they sound.
 
At least I think I can use the sound signature to decide on soundstage, warm, boommy, sibilance etc. Can't really test headphones locally.
 
Cheers, Andy

 

[TripBitShooter]

lol go look at frequency response graphs. they will tell u more about how they sound rather than through a video.

 

[Jefferent]

Out of curiosity I also stumbled upon this video.
 
Sound comparison between the M50 and M50x
 
Just sharing Thanks!
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eydHRrqhIG4
 
 

 

[EatSteel]

yes I do look at Freq Resp graphs all the time. Comparing the FR graphs to the video did shows some agreement especially M50x vs AKG. Cheers.

 

[TripBitShooter]

omg why is everyone watching those videos?

 

[Jefferent]

Because they can watch whatever they like

 

[TripBitShooter]

HAHAHAHA XD XD

 

[Jefferent]

HAHAHAHA XD XD

Just kiddin mate, peace out.

 

[ricemanhk]

Hi everyone,
 
Long time reader, first time poster.
 
I just got the m50x blue version, found a shop in Hong Kong that was selling it at the same price as the black one so it was an easy choice!  Also I just couldn't resist the lovely blue and tan colors plus the embossed AT logo anyway haha
 
This is my first pair of serious headphones, previously I've only used IEMs (my long time pair being the UE TripleFi 10s), but wanted something more for home use or long plane rides.  The sound is very rich and relatively flat, definitely an upgrade over my TF10s.  
 
I demoed the m50x vs m20x before I made the purchase (30x and 40x not yet available), it's definitely a huge difference.  I guess the difference is smaller between each consecutive model, but it adds up to quite a big difference over 3 model steps.  Still, the 20x is pretty good quality if budget is tight.
 
Anyway, a few questions:
- does anyone know roughly how long will the earpads last?  I'll be using these for short periods daily or every other day.  I doubt AT would make that many brown earpad replacements given the limited edition status, so I'm wondering if I should get a set now as a backup (or will they deteriorate over time even without usage?) or get regular black ones later on...the colors don't clash THAT much but the brown pads do look lovely.  I read that the beyer DT 250 pads will fit the m50x?  are there any other options?
 
- I'm looking to experiment with entry level DACs for the laptop and android phone to use with the 50x.  read some reviews online, seems fiio e07k and e18 are pretty good for the price, e07k fantastic value but e18 may be compatible with more phones.  Will go try these out in the shops sometime, but do you have any other suggestions in the 100-200 USD or so price range that would be suitable for the 50x?
 
- replacement cables...saw the post about the HD598/558/518 cables fitting the 50x.  can anyone confirm that it's a perfect match?  if so I'll order them online (taobao.com) as they allow you to select different plugs/wires/android or iphone mic etc.
 
Thanks!