How do these compare to the ATH-M50s? I have a pair of ATH-A700s, about 3 years old, and was thinking of getting a new model. Which is better? Thanks!
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I wish that I could tell you the difference, but given the fact that I've never listened to anything through the M50's, I can't comment on that headset. I can tell you that the M50's cost a lot less (at least recently given some deals on the M50's), I can tell you that there is probably a lot more quality built into the ATH-A700Xs, but whether or not you would be able to discern the difference I'm sure will come down to preference. I say spring for these (ATH-A700X) since I can comment on them and they are ridiculous. You won't be disappointed
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Personally I rank them a bit higher, others will say these don't have enough bass (I would strongly disagree) however to be honest I haven't used these in ~9months, I gave them to my fiance and bought some ATH-A900X's which are the same driver but with aluminium housing and sound a few notches above both.Both are fantastic headphones, but the M50's have a much flatter soundstage compared to the ATH-A700X's, I would also say that they are not as comfortable. Slightly more portable.
637245
Personally I rank them a bit higher, others will say these don't have enough bass (I would strongly disagree) however to be honest I haven't used these in ~9months, I gave them to my fiance and bought some ATH-A900X's which are the same driver but with aluminium housing and sound a few notches above both. Both are fantastic headphones, but the M50's have a much flatter soundstage compared to the ATH-A700X's, I would also say that they are not as comfortable. Slightly more portable.
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They both have their advantages these 440's will do great and built like a truck. They will last a very long time and is something happens to the cable or ear pads you can easily replace them. When comparing the ath-50's to the shure 440 I believe the ath-50's have a better sound stage and will last a good while. I chose the 440's because they were cheap and had replaceable parts. So decide what your like more better sound with a little price bump or good sound with hey better feeling that you can replace items if anything ever happens. If you have the money go for the shure 840' a lot better sound and great build quality, you will not regret it. Sorry for the long rant but I hope I was able to help.
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Do not know. However, I just bought Audio-Technica ATH-m50's which I think are better. Better sound, beefier, and better for monitoring because they block out sound much better.
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I have the m50s limited edition. I prefer the hm5 better just because it's more neutral sounding. M50s is abit v shape to me, where you can hear the high and bass really well but the mid abit laid back. I also think the hm5 have better soundstage. However do note you will need about 100 hours of burning time for the hm5 to get it settled and the sound will change through out the burning process. The other thing I like about the hm5 that it is quite easy to mod. Mine has a cable upgrade and a wood cup now. However if u looking for option should check out Beyer and akg as they also have good stuffs as well just not in the price range of hm5. I have the m50s limited edition. I prefer the hm5 better just because it's more neutral sounding. M50s is abit v shape to me, where you can hear the high and bass really well but the mid abit laid back. I also think the hm5 have better soundstage. However do note you will need about 100 hours of burning time for the hm5 to get it settled and the sound will change through out the burning process. The other thing I like about the hm5 that it is quite easy to mod. Mine has a cable upgrade and a wood cup now. However if u looking for option should check out Beyer and akg as they also have good... » Read More I have the m50s limited edition. I prefer the hm5 better just because it's more neutral sounding. M50s is abit v shape to me, where you can hear the high and bass really well but the mid abit laid back. I also think the hm5 have better soundstage. However do note you will need about 100 hours of burning time for the hm5 to get it settled and the sound will change through out the burning process. The other thing I like about the hm5 that it is quite easy to mod. Mine has a cable upgrade and a wood cup now. However if u looking for option should check out Beyer and akg as they also have good stuffs as well just not in the price range of hm5. « Show Less
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Theses headphones are very good but now i have found that the monster n-tune and N-pulses are THE best headphones i own.The n-tunes maybe the best because of sound and size.my advice is if you have the money buy one of the monsters,if the akg's are cheaper then the akg 67's are really nice.but my advice would be to buy one of the monsters because they sound great with ALL kinds of music. Theyy should not be that much more than the akg's,let me know how everything turns out please, I'm very interested to hear from you and your opinion on your pick.
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I tried both and took the M50 home with me. Half the price and a much more accurate sound profile. I don't really listen to rap but I do lot of everything else, more comfortable than the AKG K701 I owned previously too.
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It's a totally different headphone experience with the open-backed AKG's. I don't have the M50s, but I do have the ATH M40fs, and the K 701's are noticeably superior in sound reproduction quality. I've loved my M40fs's for years, but they sound compressed when A/B'd with the K 701's. When I mix with the AKG's and then re-listen through my monitors, the translation is very close across the entire frequency range. YMMV of course. I hope this was some help.
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I'll raise my hand here as well, I've also been through three pairs with the same issue and also love these earphones. Shure have been fantastic in replacing them for free under warranty. Sadly my most recent pair were lost on a flight, tempted to order these again but would love a pair that doesn't lose sound in one ear and stay in the ear when exercising. Any suggestions?
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Passive headphones. Sound great! I would just buy the pads made for ath-m50. Much more comfortable.
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I have not compared them, but I own the Active2's and they are great. Im very surprised and happy about the sound quality...very good. And when I use them with my phone, no one complains that I sound like I'm in a wind tunnel...They are great!
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These are an updated model. The outside material has been changed but the hardware remains the same. It still uses the same earphone driver but it is now angled. The angle produces more of a treble heavy experience. The fit is different. The 700 is a bit heavier and fits more comfortably whereas thr 700x slips and digs into your head constantly. You have to mod them to be comfortable. The old ones sound richer due to the different front facing material but the newer ones produce higher range (artificially). Either way, these are great positional audio cans with a decent amp. I use Sound Blaster Z (has a standalone amp). Personally I use mdr-v6 cans with custom fittings. These are an updated model. The outside material has been changed but the hardware remains the same. It still uses the same earphone driver but it is now angled. The angle produces more of a treble heavy experience. The fit is different. The 700 is a bit heavier and fits more comfortably whereas thr 700x slips and digs into your head constantly. You have to mod them to be comfortable. The old ones sound richer due to the different front facing material but the newer ones produce higher range (artificially). Either way, these are great positional audio cans with a decent amp. I use Sound... » Read More These are an updated model. The outside material has been changed but the hardware remains the same. It still uses the same earphone driver but it is now angled. The angle produces more of a treble heavy experience. The fit is different. The 700 is a bit heavier and fits more comfortably whereas thr 700x slips and digs into your head constantly. You have to mod them to be comfortable. The old ones sound richer due to the different front facing material but the newer ones produce higher range (artificially). Either way, these are great positional audio cans with a decent amp. I use Sound Blaster Z (has a standalone amp). Personally I use mdr-v6 cans with custom fittings. « Show Less
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They both have their advantages these 440's will do great and built like a truck. They will last a very long time and is something happens to the cable or ear pads you can easily replace them. When comparing the ath-50's to the shure 440 I believe the ath-50's have a better sound stage and will last a good while. I chose the 440's because they were cheap and had replaceable parts. So decide what your like more better sound with a little price bump or good sound with hey better feeling that you can replace items if anything ever happens. If you have the money go for the shure 840' a lot better sound and great build quality, you will not regret it. Sorry for the long rant but I hope I was able to help. They both have their advantages these 440's will do great and built like a truck. They will last a very long time and is something happens to the cable or ear pads you can easily replace them. When comparing the ath-50's to the shure 440 I believe the ath-50's have a better sound stage and will last a good while. I chose the 440's because they were cheap and had replaceable parts. So decide what your like more better sound with a little price bump or good sound with hey better feeling that you can replace items if anything ever happens. If you have the money go for the shure 840' a lot... » Read More They both have their advantages these 440's will do great and built like a truck. They will last a very long time and is something happens to the cable or ear pads you can easily replace them. When comparing the ath-50's to the shure 440 I believe the ath-50's have a better sound stage and will last a good while. I chose the 440's because they were cheap and had replaceable parts. So decide what your like more better sound with a little price bump or good sound with hey better feeling that you can replace items if anything ever happens. If you have the money go for the shure 840' a lot better sound and great build quality, you will not regret it. Sorry for the long rant but I hope I was able to help. « Show Less
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I can't comment on the ATH-M50, as I haven't used one yet. The AKG 240 however is a very good set, but I wouldn't use headphones to mix final masters. Especially not when you have to listen to screaming guitars. For tracking vocals you should be carefull as a sensitive mic would "listen" to the headphones too. Not always welcome when recording soft passages. Hope this helps
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I have the e10 with my M50's are enhanced a good bit with it. You will notice the difference in music, mostly increasing the the lows and a little of the highs. Gaming isnt much difference unless it is a game with explosions, which will cause the "booms" to blow you away :) Overall, yes, the M50's will sound better on the e10, just not as big of a difference as the more expensive hphones.
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Never buy Beats. They're overpriced, overhyped branded normal headphones with unequal levels. get the ATH-M50 model. any of them. just never buy beats anything.
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depends on what you want them for. M50's are studio headphones, mine are DJ. Audio Technica webpage has a well laid out list of both items stats.
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The bass is good on the 598s. It goes deep and its very controlled, but you really need an amp to get full bass potential. However, it's nowhere near the bass amount or impact on the M50s. No Sennheiser is. Most open headphones aren't either. You'll be disappointed if you're looking for the same amount of bass. If you're looking for an upgrade to the M50, check out the ATH-A900x. I just bought a manufacturer refurbished pair on Amazon for $95. Comparable to Denon D2000 for 1/3 the price. Similar to M50 sound signature. 90% of the bass, better clarity, better soundstage.