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Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X Audiophile Open-Air Headphones, Black (AUD ATHAD500X)
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Brand | Audio-Technica |
Model Name | AUD ATHAD500X |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
About this item
- Newly designed 53 mm drivers with CCAW voice coils reproduce remarkably natural sound, with deep, impactful bass and outstanding vocal projection
- Open-air headphones produce no sense of pressure on the ears, resulting in a completely natural sensation
- Lightweight honeycomb aluminum casing
- Self-adjusting 3D Wing Support Housing provides comfortable support for a more enjoyable listening experience
- Flexible raised-fabric earpads offer excellent wearing comfort and durability
- Highly conductive OFC (oxygen-free copper) single-sided cable with elastic TPE sheath to prevent tangles
- Gold-plated stereo 1/8" (3.5 mm) connector with 1/4" (6.3 mm) adapter
- Connectivity technology: Wired
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For gaming | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Sound quality | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Quality of material | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 4.4 |
Noise cancellation | 2.4 | 2.4 | — | 2.7 | — | 4.0 |
Bass quality | 3.7 | 3.7 | — | — | — | 4.4 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | HIFIMAN | Amazon.com | Firemall LLC | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | — | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 6.35mm Jack | 1/4-inch, 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 3 5mm Jack |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm;6.3 mm | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
cable feature | Detachable | Retractable | Detachable | Detachable | Detachable | Detachable |
control type | — | Mediabediening | Media Control | control | — | Volume Control |
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53 mm driversNewly designed 53 mm drivers with CCAW voice coils reproduce remarkably natural sound, with deep, impactful bass and outstanding vocal projection |
Natural listening experienceOpen-air headphones produce no sense of pressure on the ears, resulting in a completely natural sensation |
Lightweight designLightweight honeycomb aluminum casing |
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3D wing supportSelf-adjusting 3D Wing Support Housing provides comfortable support for a more enjoyable listening experience |
Durable and comfortable earpadsFlexible raised-fabric earpads offer excellent wearing comfort and durability |
Quality cableHighly conductive OFC (oxygen-free copper) single-sided cable with elastic TPE sheath to prevent tangles |
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Connectivity optionsGold-plated stereo 1/8" (3.5 mm) connector with 1/4" (6.3 mm) adapter |
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Type: | Open-air Dynamic | Open-air Dynamic | Open-air dynamic |
Driver Diameter: | 53 mm | 53 mm | 53 mm |
Frequency Response: | 5 – 25,000 Hz | 5 – 30,000 Hz | 5 – 40,000 Hz |
Maximum Input Power: | 500 mW | 700 mW | 2000 mW |
Sensitivity: | 100dB/mW | 100 dB/mW | 102 dB/mW |
Impedance: | 48 ohms | 38 ohms | 40 ohms |
Cable: | 3.0 m (9.8') | 3.0 m (9.8') | 3.0 m (9.8') |
Connector: | 3.5 mm(1/8") mini stereo, gold-plated | 3.5 mm (1/8") mini-stereo, gold-plated | 3.5 mm (1/8") mini-stereo, gold-plated |
Accessory Provided: | Detachable 1/4" (6.3 mm) adapter | Detachable 1/4" (6.3 mm) adapter | Detachable 6.3 mm (1/4") adapter |
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Item Weight | 1.21 pounds |
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ASIN | B009S333U4 |
Item model number | AUD ATHAD500X |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #38,104 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,361 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 19, 2012 |
Manufacturer | Audio-Technica |
Country of Origin | China |
Item Weight | 0.55 Kilograms |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
Cable Length | 3 Meters |
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Product Description
Designed for incredibly comfortable listening. With a lightweight honeycomb aluminum casing and magnesium frame structure, these open-air headphones produce no sense of pressure on the ears, offering a completely natural listening experience. Newly designed 53 mm drivers with CCAW voice coils reproduce remarkably natural sound, with impactful bass and outstanding vocal projection. The self-adjusting wing support automatically adjusts to your head size. A straight OFC cable at the left earpiece terminates to a mini plug with included 1/4" adapter.
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Customers like the sound quality, weight and comfort of the headphones. For example, they mention the bass is very solid, the 3D audio is amazing and the positional audio is nice. That said, some complain about the cord length. That being said, most are satisfied with quality and value.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They say the bass is very solid, footsteps and distant gun shots sound really nice, and the 3D audio is amazing. They also appreciate the soundstage and imaging, saying it's notably wider than their 58X. That said, some complain that the headphones don't isolate outside sound very much. Overall, customers are satisfied with the sound performance of the product.
"...And again, I find the bass very pleasing and adequate in these, much more so than the 900x (and I assume the 700x)...." Read more
"...But what I can tell you is, the sound is very clear and crisp and you will no doubt pick up on details in music that you never heard before,..." Read more
"...Sound Quality: These headphones have absolutely incredible sound for mids and highs, and the sound stage is breathtaking - this line of headphones is..." Read more
"...Next thing to note is how crystal clear the sound is. It's a beautiful thing. Music sounds so crisp and all the layers are presented very very well...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They say the ear pads are large and comfortable, and the soft headphone ears are great for long periods of time. Some customers mention that the headphones feel like they're not wearing anything.
"...find the 400i very comfortable, but these are just that much more comfortable and light - and don't require an amp which the 400i do in order to get..." Read more
"...Comfort: These are very lightweight and comfortable, but I would put 2-3 hours as the max listening time before you'll start to notice them pressing..." Read more
"...The wings are a unique design, the actual band never touches your head. The fabric pads are comfortable and properly fit around my ears...." Read more
"...is really just gripping my head way too tight and it gets VERY uncomfortable VERY quickly. That is not the case with these headphones...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the headphones. They mention that they are outstanding, roomy-sounding, and pretty good quality headphones. Customers also appreciate the build quality, and the quality cables. They say the headphones are solid, and well-recorded and engineered. Overall, customers say the AD700X is a great middle of the road item.
"...These are the ones I forget I'm wearing. The wing system works great for me, I have no issues, they stay where I put them, unless I'm chewing on..." Read more
"...These are amazing open-back headphones for $110~. Anything above this price range will deliver small and highly subjective improvements in sound..." Read more
"...looking for a great overall open-back headphone, this is an excellent entry point at a great value...." Read more
"These headphones are fantastic. I got the 500x model. This might be kinda long so buckle up..First off,Sound Quality:..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the headphones. They mention that it has amazing sound quality, and feels more premium than the price suggests. They also appreciate the great soundstage and the detachable cable. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend them to others.
"...the 1990's, these headphones will be highly satisfactory, and for a great price...." Read more
"...The price point makes it relatively low risk if you cannot audition them first...." Read more
"...These drivers are very large. 53mm, and for a good price too. I was amazed at the sounds I was catching that I wasn't before...." Read more
"...and aesthetically pleasing (with a removable cable), and its price is even lower than these most of the time." Read more
Customers like the weight of the headphones. They mention that it's surprisingly light, and very comfortable. The design of the head band with two pieces adds to the feeling of lightness, and doesn't trap heat. The headphones are easy to drive, and are extremely comfortable.
"...very comfortable, but these are just that much more comfortable and light - and don't require an amp which the 400i do in order to get them to their..." Read more
"...Comfort: These are very lightweight and comfortable, but I would put 2-3 hours as the max listening time before you'll start to notice them pressing..." Read more
"...The ATH-AD500X band is a durable and light-weight design...." Read more
"...To me comfort and ease of putting it on were huge factors, as well as the soundstage and accuracy...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the build quality. Some mention that the headphones feel more robust, solid, and secure. They handle wear and tear and heavy use, making them excellent for wearing for hours on end. However, others say that the band seems quite flimsy, the plastic looks weak, and the wire is incredibly fragile.
"...The only part that feels moderately weak are the flaps. But they're not flimsy. Just weaker than the rest of the headphones.So, yeah...." Read more
"...In my opinion, they are not too loose at all. They grip your head with a very light, feathery touch...." Read more
"...They are padded with this really cheap foam. It makes the top of my head itch. Thinking about modding that as well...." Read more
"...Update 12/05/2018:These headphones are still holding up quite nicely, I use them more frequently for gaming and discreet listening of FLAC..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the fit of the headphones. They mention that the sizing for the headphones aren't universal, they are too large, and the cups are small. Some say that the headphones don't stay put when moving their head.
"...More often than not, the cans just get shoved into strange, awkward positions, or the whole thing is really just gripping my head way too tight and..." Read more
"...loop design holding the two sides together makes for a somewhat slanted fit on your head, where (depending how big/small your head is) you will feel..." Read more
"...The wing system works great for me, I have no issues, they stay where I put them, unless I'm chewing on some food, then they seem to move around a..." Read more
"...It is basically just a bothersome, fat, rubber noodle that you can't remove from your headphones...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the cord length of the headphones. They mention that the cable is longer than any relationship they've ever been in, and it's not the best. They also say that the cord is weak, and the wire is stiff and in a permanent coil. Some customers also mention that it tends to twist. Overall, some customers feel the cord and the built-in cable seem cheap and annoying.
"...It has cheap feeling rubber. Finally, the cable is ungodly long, which is terrible if you don't have anywhere for it to go...." Read more
"...They aren't worth 180 at all. No detachable cable, yes 40 dollar Koss headphones comes with a detachable cable, cheap cable, but still detachable!..." Read more
"...Biggest issue with these is the absurdly long cable which is not interchangeable...." Read more
"...The cable is so long that any coiling is going to occur pretty far away from your body...." Read more
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I have used these for late night TV/movies when my wife and son have gone to bed and I don't want to wake anyone but have the volume where I want it. I have used these for music (mostly Spotify) and also for gaming, but no FPS. They are just great for me. I often find myself reaching for these over my 400i, even though I do find the 400i is better in every way in SQ, but less so in comfort. I do find the 400i very comfortable, but these are just that much more comfortable and light - and don't require an amp which the 400i do in order to get them to their potential. If I do not amp the 400i, they are still better than the 500x, but only marginally so. What may be a fit for me (sound and actual fitment) may work for you or it may not, but I would say these are definitely worth a try, especially considering the cost, they might just surprise you. And again, I find the bass very pleasing and adequate in these, much more so than the 900x (and I assume the 700x). These have the bass you want the HD598 and 900x to have. Oh yeah, the cord, the only fault I have found with them, but not worth taking a star off. I deal with it.
ATH-M50x, but after perusing lots of extensive reviews on them I decided against them. The most important factor to me is comfort, and from what I had been reading about those, they weren't necessarily bad headphones, they just weren't very good ~$200 headphones. And apparently, they take "some getting used to" in terms of comfort. I was turned off by both of these sentiments and decided to look for something else. I figured open-back may be the way to go, and eventually settled on a pair of the ATH-AD700X's.
In my opinion, the best things about these headphones are, ironically, things a lot of people have outlined in their own reviews here as being negatives.
Let's start with the mechanism these use to stay on your head.
You have likely seen many reviews here saying the mechanism these headphones use is "too loose". In my opinion, they are not too loose at all. They grip your head with a very light, feathery touch. At first it may feel like they could slip off if you just tilt your head the wrong way, but they will not. Unless you're thrashing your head to some VERY SERIOUS metal there is no way these are going to fall off, whether you're laying down in bed or sitting in a chair. Also, I have always had difficulty laying down in bed and using big headphones. More often than not, the cans just get shoved into strange, awkward positions, or the whole thing is really just gripping my head way too tight and it gets VERY uncomfortable VERY quickly. That is not the case with these headphones. They are extremely comfortable to wear in bed, and they sound great too.
Next, let's go to the cable.
I've seen SO MANY reviews saying they hate the cable for being "too long", and they hate how the cable "coils up." In my opinion, these are actually things worthy of praise. I would rather have a pair of headphones with a cable that is too long than a pair with a cable that is one inch too short. NOTHING is more frustrating than that. As for the cable "coiling up", when in use this is never a problem. The cable is so long that any coiling is going to occur pretty far away from your body. And the cable "coiling up" sounds like a bad thing at first, until you see HOW it is coiling up. This cable has a tendency to coil up into the shape it was originally packaged in. So if you put the headphones away somewhere, you can rest assured knowing the cable will VERY EASILY arrange itself back into a very space efficient form factor. This is a pro to me, because I do not have a dedicated microphone. So I will often switch between headphones when using my computer. Additionally, you will know the cable is also SAFE in these conditions. I have broken many headphones over the years because I have poorly maintained the cable. This cable going into the exact arrangement I need when I wish to store it somewhere, with very little effort on my part, is a godsend and I am totally cool with that.
Now that these two are out of the way, let's move into some more pros. The sound is great. I'm not an audiophile, so I have no opinion on how "chocolatey" the mids are or how "minty" the treble is, or whatever buzzwords those people like to use to describe their sound equipment. But what I can tell you is, the sound is very clear and crisp and you will no doubt pick up on details in music that you never heard before, especially if you've spent your whole life using substandard, cheap headphones or "gaming" headsets. I play a digital piano through my DAW software, and immediately I could tell a massive difference in not just the overall quality, but also the clarity in the finer details of the various piano libraries I had been using for months --- details I previously did not even know were there. And this is straight, out of box performance. No EQ, not even hooked into an audio interface. Just plugging right into a line output on my computer case.
So, how about audio clarity in a noisy environment?
In my opinion, ambient background noises are only SLIGHTLY easier to hear through these, than my usual pair of closed-back headphones. I have a fan in my room that I run pretty much all the time on the lowest setting. Even with my usual pair of closed-back headphones, I can hear the fan. The only time I can't is if I barrage my ears with a constant stream of very loud noises. The same exact case applies with these headphones. If the sound is loud enough you will be completely tuned out to any external noises. I don't even need them that loud to reach a point that they overpower the sound of my whirring fan.
Are there any cons I can think of? Not really. I guess they aren't quite as bassy as my usual headphones could get, but I prefer that. Sometimes stuff would just sound so...mixed up and muddied on my other headphones, and that was all due to their closed design. I'm sure someone with vastly superior background in audio equipment can find something to dislike about these headphones, but I'm a simple man. As that kind of person, I really can not find anything to dislike about these headphones. So far they have been a blast and I am loving them. If you are a relatively simple person too, and you just want to get something better than whatever dollar store headphones you've been using for years, these will definitely be good value to you. I will not be giving any rating towards "Noise Cancellation", because these are not noise cancelling headphones. Why that is even something I can rate on these doesn't really make any sense to me.
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Reviewed in Brazil on August 14, 2023
the first few songs i was not impressed, felt like returning... few more songs later and experimenting with sound settings they actually have such detailed sound its almost painful to listen at times.
for gaming:
instantly impressed, they have insane accuracy in panning direction and you can also tell how far away the sound is coming from! like real life but more reliable?
they are also capable of buttery bass if you boost it. going back to other headphones sounds awful (some £110 bluetooth over-ear senheisers i bought in a physical store 4 years ago)... beware.
definitely at-home use only, unless its good weather and you only want a walk.
i paid £150 for these which feels fair enough.