Looking for amazing value in professional monitor headphones? Music Experience has a great suggestion: ATH-M50xBT2 closed-back headphones. A-T’s flagship M series ’phones are best sellers, featuring 45mm neodymium magnet drivers that deliver the accurate frequency response and stunning detail you need to make sound decisions when you’re recording, mixing, or DJing. The closed-back design gives you superior isolation with minimal bleed, while the circumaural earpads give you cushy comfort during long sessions. Factor in their space-saving collapsible design, swivel earcups, and Bluetooth capability, and you have a winner. Consider the Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 headphones today for your studio or causal listening.

Bluetooth connectivity and onboard controls

ATH-M50xBT2 headphones are tailor-made for your smartphone. Bluetooth connectivity frees you from cumbersome wires. A built-in microphone ensures crystal-clear communication, while touch control supplies convenient access to your phone’s voice assist. Volume and music controls are built into the ATH-M50xBT2’s earcup, putting you in complete command of your phone without the inconvenience of a cable. Beyond that, 40 hours of continuous use on a single charge means you can listen all day long without worrying about battery life. At Music Experience, we appreciate being able to replace our earbuds with studio-quality sound — the ATH-M50xBT2 is a clear winner!

Closed-back vs. open-back

Sometimes referred to as simply “closed” and “open,” this distinction addresses the design of the part of the headphone that covers the area behind the driver in a straight line away from the side of your head. Closed-back headphones like the ATH-M50xBT2 prevent sound from escaping and leaking into your microphone. The downside of this design is that it traps pressure inside the headphone, which creates false low frequencies. Open-back headphones, on the other hand, don’t suffer from this issue. They deliver outstanding accuracy and clarity that are suitable for critical listening.

Circumaural vs. supra-aural

In layman’s terms, these words simply mean “over ear” (circumaural) and “on ear” (supra-aural). In the case of headphones, this refers to the design of the earcup, which is the cushion that sits between the headphone’s speakers (drivers) and your ear. Supra-aural headphones are rarely used for professional applications; although, they’re great for casual listening — especially if you need to be aware of what’s going on around you. On the other hand, over-ear headphones such as the ATH-M50xBT2 offer excellent attenuation of external noise.

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