Audio Technica ATH-M50xSTS XLR
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Studio sound inherited from the legendary ATH-M50x thanks to its 45 mm large-aperture drivers.
- Integrated cardioid condenser microphone inspired by the Series 20, for clear and intelligible voice streaming.
- Customizable comfort with two sets of ear pads to choose from (isolation vs. ventilation).
- Creation-oriented connectivity: 3.5 mm headphone output and XLR microphone output for audio interface or mixer.
Manufacturer Information
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A Studio Classic Redesigned for Streaming
The first professional headphones from the brand specifically designed for streamers and content creators, the ATH-M50xSTS carries the sonic DNA of the ATH-M50x headphones, a reference in many studios and home studios. The idea is simple: to maintain the precise listening signature and isolation of closed-back headphones while adding a quality "broadcast" microphone directly on the headband, simplifying the audio chain without sacrificing sound quality.Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
The ATH-M50xSTS is aimed at creators who want a reliable monitoring headphone and a clean voice capture in a single device: streaming, podcasting, voice-over, competitive gaming, professional video calls, or quick recording. The closed circumaural design helps limit bleed and maintain precise mix control, while the cardioid microphone prioritizes the voice and helps reduce ambient noise.Key Features: Precise Monitoring and Clear Voice
Cardioid Condenser Microphone with Instant Mute
The integrated microphone, mounted on a flexible arm, easily positions close to the mouth for clearer diction and more consistent levels. Convenient live: it mutes quickly by simply lifting the arm, ideal for managing a break or aside without searching for a button.Two Comfort Profiles Thanks to Included Ear Pads
Audio-Technica provides two types of ear pads to adapt the headphones to your session: M50x-style pads favor isolation and sound seating, while mesh fabric and faux leather pads improve airflow for long takes. The swiveling ear cups also facilitate "one-ear" listening and placement.Connectivity Oriented Toward Audio Interfaces and Mixers
Designed for serious integration into a production setup, the ATH-M50xSTS features a 3.5 mm headphone output and an XLR microphone output for connection to an audio interface, mixer, or mic preamp. A clip-on 6.3 mm adapter is included to fit studio headphone outputs.Technical specifications
| Type | Closed dynamic | Microphone | cardioid condenser (integrated on flexible arm) |
| Design | Circumaural | Headphone output | 3.5 mm jack |
| Drivers | 45 mm with neodymium magnets | Microphone output | XLR |
| Swiveling ear cups | 90 degrees | Cable length | 2 m |
| Frequency response | 15 - 28,000 Hz | Cable | claimed detachable (dedicated cable included) |
| Maximum input power | 1600 mW / 1 kHz | Included | pair of HP-50X ear pads |
| Impedance | 38 Ohms | Weight | 341 g |
| Maximum SPL | 99 dB | Color | Black |
Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
Customers praised this headset for "excellent sound quality" and "unbeatable value." The headphones are foldable, comfortable for extended wear, and feature a quality microphone. Most rated it highly for pure, clear audio. One customer noted the manual could be clearer, particularly for multipoint connection, and positioning may require adjustment.
Review highlights
- âUnbeatable quality-price ratio for pure and brilliant sound renderingâ
- âTop headset, very good sound quality and easily foldableâ
- âExcellent headset, comfortable, no pain after several hours, excellent sound and microphoneâ
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Excellent headphones, comfortable (but not as much as Beyerdynamics), no pain after several hours, excellent sound and excellent microphone, be careful to have a good sound card to get the most out of it
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Instructions are not always clear, especially concerning multi-point connections.
The French translation is a bit odd at times.
Pleasant to use once you find the right position on the ears.Automatically translated
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Unbeatable value for money for a pure and brilliant sound reproduction that Audio Technica has the secret of. Clearly the best helmet under âŹ200 and comfort + ease of use at the rendezvous.
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According to the first impression, this is a high-quality product.
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Top headphones, very good sound quality and easy to fold
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Questions frequently asked
Is the ATH-M50xSTS XLR suitable for streaming and podcasting?
This model combines a closed-back monitoring headphone with a cardioid condenser microphone mounted on a flexible arm. This setup is designed for streaming, podcasting, voice-over, and quick speaking engagements.
How are the headphones and microphone connected?
The headphone output uses a 3.5 mm jack, with a 6.3 mm clip-on adapter included. The microphone output is XLR format, for connection to an audio interface, mixing console, or microphone preamp.
Does the microphone mute easily during a live session?
The microphone arm mutes by lifting it up, allowing quick muting without a separate control.
What isolation and comfort are provided for long sessions?
The closed circumaural design helps limit sound bleed. Two pairs of ear pads are included: HP-50X pads and a set with mesh fabric and synthetic leather promoting airflow. The ear cups swivel 90° to facilitate single-ear listening.
What are the headphone's audio characteristics?
The 45 mm drivers with neodymium magnets cover a frequency range of 15 Hz to 28 kHz. The impedance is 38 ohms, and the maximum power handling is 1,600 mW at 1 kHz.



