The legend lives on. In much the same spirit as ATH-M50X, Audio-Technica release ATH-R50x as THE affordable, accurate, open-back headphone.
As potentially the budding audiophile’s first open-back headphone, ATH-R50x will go down in time as another classic. “There’s very little to not like about this studio-reference headphone” said PC Gamer.
Answering a decade-long question on how an open-back reference like the ATH-M50X would sound, Audio-Technica’s ATH-R50x are engineered to provide a natural listening experience characterised by an expansive soundstage. [See Product Desc. For More]
With headphone drivers based on those found in the ATH-R70X – but re-engineered to produce a powerful bass response for an open-back design – the ATH-R50x are a complete entry into audiophilia for new listeners.
Coupled with an accurate upper midrange that maintains vocal and lead instrument clarity without compromising overall tonal balance, Audio-Technica have potentially produced another audiophile classic in ATH-R50x, set to define the decade ahead.
A core element of Audio-Technica’s full-spectrum sound reproduction is ATH-R50x’s pure open-back design.
Inspired by Core Mount Technology from the ATH-ADX5000 and ATH-ADX3000 flagships, Audio-Technica’s new design avoids artificial enhancement of the driver’s output.
ATH-R50x will deliver dynamic and detailed audio directly from the drivers without supplementary acoustic tuning.
Its fully open earcups also contribute to increased comfort compared to closed-back designs. Audio-Technica’s enhanced comfort is further supported by a newly designed headband and a durable, lightweight construction.
Engineered for mixing and mastering, this won’t stop music lovers from enjoying ATH-R50x’s precise and reliable reference quality – it’s a true gateway drug into the headphone hobby scene.
This versatility makes the ATH-R50x unparalleled as a potential icon, introducing newcomers to Head-Fi for years on end. That’s aided by one of our DAC/amp dongles that will help you reap the best sound, until you’re ready for your next move to the ATH-R70xa here.
Also check out all of Audio-Technica’s other beginner-friendly hits here, or view our other headphones here.
