Audio-Technica has launched the ATH-M50xBT2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, introducing the next generation of its flagship ATH-M50x professional monitor headphones.
The M50xBT2 has the same wireless credentials as its predecessor, with updated and enhanced features that include improved vocal pickup, incorporating dual-microphone beamforming technology for clearer phone calls and communication with the built-in Amazon Alexa voice assistant; the addition of multipoint pairing to let users connect wirelessly to two Bluetooth devices at once; an updated USB-C connection; a low-latency mode, improving synchronicity between audio and video for streaming and gaming; and compatibility with multiple audio codecs (SBC, AAC and LDAC). There’s also the option to adjust the headphone’s EQ settings, if users so choose, by making the changes in the A-T Connect app and saving the settings on the headphones themselves. Battery life is approximately 50 hours of continuous use on a full charge and up to three hours of use on a ten -minute rapid charge via USB-C connection.
The ATH-M50xBT2 retains the robust construction, proprietary 45mm large-aperture drivers, fold-flat design with 90° swivelling earcups, and professional-grade earpads and headband of the ATH-M50x. Standard features include additional premium audio components such as an AK4331 advanced audio DAC and a dedicated internal headphone amp; sidetone circuitry that allows users to hear their voice in the headphones when making calls on most smartphones; convenient mute control at the simple press of a button; left earcup button control of volume/mute, music, and calls, and access to voice assistants (Amazon Alexa Built-in, Google Assistant, Siri); a Fast Pair feature, enabling users to quickly pair the ATH-M50xBT2 headphones with Android OS smartphones and devices with a single tap on the device; a detachable 1.2m (3.9ft) cable for optional wired connection; pro-grade earpad and headband materials for long-lasting durability and comfort with an effective sound-isolating seal; and compatibility with the A-T Connect app, allowing control of the low latency mode, EQ, LR volume balance, choice of voice assistant, misplaced headphone location, change of codecs, and more. A USB charging cable and a handy carrying pouch are also included.
The Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones are shipping with MSRP pricing of US$199.
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