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and does not have wireless capabilities, which means you'll be tethered to your device. However, they offer very good overall sound quality for a good price and are suitable for music listening and studio work. On the other hand, the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is wireless with aptX Adaptive support, offering low latency which is great for gaming and watching TV. They also have active noise cancelling for quieter listening environments and an integrated AI technology that may enhance your experience through optimized planning and mental health routines. The MW75-Neuro is more versatile for different use cases but comes at a higher price. If budget is a concern and you primarily listen to music in a stationary setting, the M50x may be the better option; if wireless freedom, advanced features, and noise cancellation are important to you, consider the MW75-Neuro despite the higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audio Technica M50x
- Very good for music
Advantages of the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro
- Very good for phone calls
- Excellent for gaming
- Excellent for TV and video
- Very good for air travel
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.5
7.8
The Audio Technica M50x is very good for music, while the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is good.
Gaming
6.3
9.3
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for gaming, while the Audio Technica M50x is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.4
8.8
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for phone calls, while the Audio Technica M50x is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.0
9.4
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Audio Technica M50x is good.
TV and Video
7.8
9.3
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is excellent for TV and video, while the Audio Technica M50x is good.
Noise Reduction
5.3
8.3
The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro is very good for noise reduction, while the Audio Technica M50x is poor.
Battery
N/A
32.0 Hours
The Audio Technica M50x does not have a battery. The Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro has 32 hours of battery life.
Cost
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$649
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The Audio Technica M50x has a price of $149 and the Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro costs $649.
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Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Audio Technica M50x and Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro both have very good build quality.
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Spec Comparison
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| Audio Technica M50x | Master & Dynamic MW75-Neuro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$149 | $649 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audio Technica | Master & Dynamic | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2007 | January 1, 2024 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.5/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.4/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.3/10 | 9.4/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.9/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 6.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 32 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5.1 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | Yes | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | Yes | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 8/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 294.8 Grams | 338 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Jasper Lastoria | October 2022
"Good sound is timeless. It doesn’t matter that a number of years have passed since the ATH-M50x came out because it still works well. Since this wired headset doesn’t rely on batteries or Bluetooth technology, it’s bound to outlast its wireless counterparts. The no-nonsense performance, fit, and comfort of the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x make it worth picking up."
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About Audio Technica
Audio Technica is a 60-year-old, Japan-based, professional audio equipment manufacturer. They started off making phonograph cartridges and have expanded their scope of products ever since to include extremely popular models of microphones and headphones. They have been the official audio equipment supplier of several editions of the Summer and Winter Olympics and every edition of the Grammy Awards since 1998.
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