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Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones (Black) Expired

$109
$169.00
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Adorama has Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones (Black) for $109. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for posting this deal.

Key Features:
  • 91 degree swiveling earcups for one-ear monitoring
  • Collapsible for space-saving portability
  • Cup Style: Closed-back
  • Includes:
    • 3x Interchangeable Cables (1x 3.9-9.8' Coiled / 1x 9.8' Straight / 1x 3.9' Straight)
    • Protective Carrying Pouch
    • 6.3mm (1/4 ") Screw-On Adapter
    • Audio-Technica 1 Year Warranty

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  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $40 less (26.8% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $149 at the time of this posting. -StrawMan86
  • About this product:
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars rating at Adorama based on 99 customer reviews
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Great deal on a great headphone. The 50x has been the standard audiophile headphone at the $100-$150 price point so long, that it's popularity has provoked some haters who will say it's over-rated. This happens with anything that becomes this popular. But don't be fooled. It has great sound, a little on the bassy side of neutral, and so an excellent compromise for those that want something fun but still accurate enough to do prosumer-level audio production.
Amazing headphones, just be prepared for the underside of the head band to start peeling from the oils in your hair/on your scalp.
If you plan long term use with these just buy a band protector as this user is right it peels pretty quick with heavy use

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09-30-2022 at 06:09 PM.

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Great deal on a great headphone. The 50x has been the standard audiophile headphone at the $100-$150 price point so long, that it's popularity has provoked some haters who will say it's over-rated. This happens with anything that becomes this popular. But don't be fooled. It has great sound, a little on the bassy side of neutral, and so an excellent compromise for those that want something fun but still accurate enough to do prosumer-level audio production.
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09-30-2022 at 07:27 PM.
09-30-2022 at 07:27 PM.
Good deal. It is time to upgrade my Shure srh440 Smilie
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09-30-2022 at 07:43 PM.
09-30-2022 at 07:43 PM.
When I go straight to the site it shows up at $149.99 but I when I click on the link from the deal it shows up as $109. That's weird.
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09-30-2022 at 08:03 PM.
09-30-2022 at 08:03 PM.
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When I go straight to the site it shows up at $149.99 but I when I click on the link from the deal it shows up as $109. That's weird.

It looks like an affiliate discount. either from the poster or directly through Slickdeals
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09-30-2022 at 08:49 PM.
09-30-2022 at 08:49 PM.
Quote from jscott :
Great deal on a great headphone. The 50x has been the standard audiophile headphone at the $100-$150 price point so long, that it's popularity has provoked some haters who will say it's over-rated. This happens with anything that becomes this popular. But don't be fooled. It has great sound, a little on the bassy side of neutral, and so an excellent compromise for those that want something fun but still accurate enough to do prosumer-level audio production.

Agreed. These are absolutely fantastic. I've heard Ghost Reveries by Opeth through these and it is an absolute joy to hear the clarity. If someone is looking to get these, $109 is definitely a solid price
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09-30-2022 at 08:58 PM.
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Had these a few years ago when people would rave about these. They were great for a little over a $100, the bass was good but did not last over a year and half. The cord would get stiff from sweat (didn't happen with other headphones/cords) then found the weak point is the swivel on the ear pads. Maybe I was rough but it broke and became un-useable. After that I searched for headphones without that weak point swivel. Got Superlux HD668B for $40 bucks. The weak point with those is the connection point where it dangles. Eventually cracked over time. Now I'm on Monoprice - 116150 for $27, no weak point swivel or dangling connection point. Been happy so far.
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09-30-2022 at 09:37 PM.
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Amazing headphones, just be prepared for the underside of the head band to start peeling from the oils in your hair/on your scalp.
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Amazing headphones, just be prepared for the underside of the head band to start peeling from the oils in your hair/on your scalp.

If you plan long term use with these just buy a band protector as this user is right it peels pretty quick with heavy use
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09-30-2022 at 10:22 PM.
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Great headphones. With or without an amp.
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Comfortable?
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Great deal on a great headphone. The 50x has been the standard audiophile headphone at the $100-$150 price point so long, that it's popularity has provoked some haters who will say it's over-rated. This happens with anything that becomes this popular. But don't be fooled. It has great sound, a little on the bassy side of neutral, and so an excellent compromise for those that want something fun but still accurate enough to do prosumer-level audio production.

I don't notice too much bass from them. I have the 2012 edition so I'm not sure if it differs but I wanted to make people on the forum realize it's not "beats by dre" level of bass haha
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Been waiting for this. In for 1. Thanks
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Quote from CaptainCheap0 :
If you plan long term use with these just buy a band protector as this user is right it peels pretty quick with heavy use
Where can I find a band protector?
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