Audio-Technica Corporation is a Japanese company that designs and manufactures professional microphones, headphones, turntables, phonographic magnetic cartridges, and other audio equipment. Audio-Technica was established in 1962 in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan, by Hideo Matsushita as a phonograph cartridge manufacturer. Its first products were the AT-1 and the AT-3 MM stereo phono cartridges. Business rapidly developed and Audio-Technica expanded into other fields. The headquarters and factory moved in 1965 to the current address in Naruse, Machida, Tokyo. In 1969, the company began exporting phono cartridges worldwide and launched the first microcassette recorders.
Audio-Technica – ATH-R50x Professional Open-Back Reference Headphones
$249.00
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The ATH-R50x professional open-back reference headphones are designed to provide a natural listening experience with an expansive soundstage that’s ideal for all manner of critical-listening tasks. The headphones’ drivers are modelled after those used in the original ATH-R70x, now re-engineered to deliver bass that’s surprisingly powerful for an open-back model, plus an accurate upper midrange to ensure the clarity of vocals and lead instruments without sacrificing overall balance.
| Availability | in Laval & Montreal |
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| Brand | Audio-Technica |
In stock
Description
ATH-R50x
The ATH-R50x professional open-back reference headphones are designed to provide a natural listening experience with an expansive soundstage that’s ideal for all manner of critical-listening tasks. The headphones’ drivers are modelled after those used in the original ATH-R70x, now re-engineered to deliver bass that’s surprisingly powerful for an open-back model, plus an accurate upper midrange to ensure the clarity of vocals and lead instruments without sacrificing overall balance.
Key to delivering this natural, full-spectrum sound is the headphones’ pure open-back design, which doesn’t embellish the sound coming from the drivers. The ATH-R50x headphones are engineered to deliver dynamic, detailed audio, with powerful sub-bass and a realistic soundstage, directly from the drivers without any additional acoustic tuning. The fully open earcups also provide greater comfort than closed-back models – comfort enhanced by the newly designed headband and durable, lightweight construction.
Perfect for mixing, mastering, or creating, the ATH-R50x provides precise, reliable reference across stereo, surround, and immersive formats, making it a versatile choice for any professional or home studio.
Features
- Professional open-back reference headphones with extended bass and accurate midrange provide exceptional all-around performance for demanding audio production
- Fully open-back design allows unrestricted airflow to eliminate internal resonance and provide extremely quick transient response
- Wide, realistic soundstage provides an immersive listening experience
- Durable, lightweight (207 g) construction and a new headband design ensure long-lasting comfort
- Comes with two detachable cables (3.0 m (9.8′) and 1.2 m (3.9′)) each with a 2.5 mm twist-lock connector at the left earcup and a 3.5 (1/8″) gold-plated stereo mini-plug
- Includes a 6.3 mm (1/4″) adapter and a carrying pouch
Pure Open-Back Design
Fully open-back sound relies solely on the performance of the driver, with each diaphragm movement directly translating into sound. The ATH-R50x open-back design allows unrestricted airflow that prevents any distortion or artificial enhancement to the sound. The headphones deliver pure sound directly from the transducer for an authentic open-back experience.
Lightweight Design
The headband on the lightweight ATH-R50x (207 g) is designed to keep you comfortable for hours. The replaceable velour earpads and cooling, open-back earcups add to the comfort, allowing you to stay fully immersed in the audio even through the longest listening sessions.
Open-Back vs. Closed-Back
- Open-Back: Ideal for mixing, mastering, and creating in a studio or other private space, open-back headphones provide a natural, spacious sound akin to that produced by a speaker monitor system.
- Closed-Back: Closed-back headphones, on the other hand, isolate audio from outside noise, making them great for musicians recording in a studio or anyone listening in public or noisy environments.
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Shipping
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Free shipping is not valid for remote regions such as Nunavut, Yukon, Northwest Territories and the non-metropolitan regions and all other areas driven by our courier. (Purolator / FedEx / UPS). All items will be shipped uninsured via Purolator or Canada Post. Insurance can be added, please just call us to know the details. It is also possible to deliver order by bus for Quebec resident. Please contact us to get more information about this option.
In store pick up
- To pick up your order in store, please write it down in the additional information. Specify the store of your choice. (Laval or Montreal)
- When your order is ready, we will notify you.
- You can then come to the selected store to pick up your order by presenting the credit card used for the transaction and a valid Photo ID card showing the billing address that appears on your order.
Specifications
Headphones | |
| Type | Open-back reference |
| Driver Diameter | 45 mm |
| Frequency Response | 5 to 40,000 Hz |
| Maximum Input Power | 1,600 mW |
| Sensitivity | 93.3 dB/mW |
| Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Weight | Approx. 207 g (7.3 oz), without cable |
| Connector | 3.5 mm (1/8”) stereo headphone jack |
| Accessories Included | Detachable cable (3.0 m (9.8’) / 3.5 mm (1/8”) gold-plated stereo mini-plug), Detachable cable (1.2 m (3.9’) / 3.5 mm (1/8”) gold-plated stereo mini-plug), 6.3 mm (1/4”) stereo adapter, Pouch |
| Replacements/separately sold items | Earpads, Headpad, Detachable cable, 6.3 mm (1/4”) stereo adapter, Pouch |
| Notes | For product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice. |
