To all of those who so dearly want the Audio Technica M50x's and have been voting for them in almost every headphone poll everywhere... Just keep in mind what you are getting, and make sure it is really what you are looking for. Youtuber Zeos Pantera has a few very critical and objective videos explaining why the M50x's aren't for anyone, and pointing out what else might be a better option.
His original M50 review:
his second M50x review:
If you're looking for gaming headphones, he has a breakdown of good options.
Here is his review of a similar and comparatively priced headphone from Shure:
And here is his review of the Sennheiser HD 598 headphones, which I currently own and recommend for their much lower price if you don't mind open back.
And here is his review of Audio Technica's open back option in this price range, the AD 900x:
I hope this helps people further refine their decision, and keep in mind, there are hundreds of headphones out there. Don't get a pair because everyone tells you they are the best. Get a pair because they will do what you want them to do to your music, games, or movies. Never be afraid to do more research.
EDIT: Oh! And I forgot to mention, in this price range, Fostex offers an excellent lineup of planar magnetic headphones. Just jeep in mind you will definitely need a proper amp for these.
As I've stated in a few of the other headphone polls, I bought the M50X's as an impulse buy based on overrated reviews and really regret it.. There are so many better options out there in the sub $200 range imo. I really wish I could take them back. The M50X's imo aren't fun to listen to and have ABSOLUTELY NO SOUNDSTAGE for music listening or for gaming alike. I highly recommend people trying them in store, as they are common and easy to find, before purchasing. If you're using them for gaming because you've read all the hype I would advise against it, I used to have a Razer Tiamat 7.1 and even those were better for pinpointing accuracy and footsteps than the M50X's. That's just my 2 cents though, buyers beware!
Why would you post such an impossibly vague poll? Is this simply a popularity contest? Is it a headcount for the Massdrop audiophile community? Every single person is going to have a different opinion at this price point. I can already think of about 6 sets of cans that I really like that aren't among the 40 or so that are on here already.
Are we hoping for a drop or just trying to see who the cool kids are? Apparently they are the M50 fanboys on this site. Question answered.
Well personally the problem isn't that they're overrated (I really enjoy mine), but rather it's automatically voted by most people and that isn't helpful if you already have it. Would like to see something else like the MSR7 in a real drop (the previous drop wasn't really a drop, just bundled with a headphone stand and modmic)
Also, the M50x is now selling for 119$
I own the ATH-AD500X and I can confirm that they are absolutely stellar for the price. My first "audiophile" grade headphone (though I more consider myself an audio enthusiast rather than an audiophile as "audiophile" implies that I'm not an idiot when it comes to the technical aspects and terminology. I might be a mechaphile though.). Fantastic value and has an excellent soundstage (the element that most stood out to me).
I'm looking forward to buying me a pair of ATH M50x s. I have bought the Razer Kraken 7.1 (not chroma) they sound good and have great EQ, but I still get issues with several games not supporting the 7.1 settings and if I downgrade it to 2.1 the audio quality somehow drops aswell. That's why I'm exited about the ATH M50x drops!!
And as far as I've used the Razers, they tend to hurt my head overtime, only occasionally. For exp. today they hurt and tomorrow and the following day they won't, it's very annoying, really. And I hate the round design on the cups aswell, glad the M50x's have them shaped for ears.
GET DEM DROPS COMING!
anything is goign to sound better than razer headphones.
anything branded "gaming" it's just a cheap and unrefined hardware that looks flashy.
i honestly think even beats by dre sound 100 times better than anything razer has to offer.
Koss Portapro lol what this is shit Check out the website Aiaiai for modular headphones with an understated design yet amazing sound. Trust me i have a pair and i also have the sennheiser hd800 so i know what sounds good. Over 360 options to customize.
finally sold my m50x on ebay. i'd say pretty ok for the money, but honestly they sound CHEAP.
might as well vote for beats by dre, LOL.
should vote akg or sennheisers, much better sound than m50x. i don't know what is the hype with these, but then again the best selling headphones are beats by dre which really puzzles me.
PLEASE VIEW THE BOTTOM TWO SUGGESTED DROPS, BOTH ARE m50x but one is bundled with the m50x plus Fiio e6 amplifier plus the Zalman Headphone microphone, which I am assuming is similiar to the "modmic 4.0." The other is the m50x bundled with just the Fiio e6 amplifier which I posted due to the fact that it is entirely fulfilled by Amazon rather than a 3rd party shop selling on amazon.
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