Updated: August 2, 2023
Known for their accurate audio and outstanding comfort, the ATH-M50x premium headphones are a favorite among professionals, content creators, and music lovers in general. These adjustable wired headphones are also available as wireless Bluetooth® headphones with the ATH-M50xBT2 version. Beginning with the release of the 50th Anniversary Edition ATH-M50 headphones in 2012, we have debuted an exciting variety of limited-edition color schemes for this Audio-Technica favorite. Take a walk down memory lane with us as we reflect on a history of the releases below!
ATH-M50s/LE (2012)
In honor of our 50th anniversary, A-T introduced the special limited-edition ATH-M50s/LE recording headphones in a silver-colored metallic finish.
ATH-M50RD (2013)
Finished with a vibrant red color, the limited-edition ATH-M50RD comfortable over-ear headphones with a coiled cable were released in 2013.
ATH-M50xBL (2014)
The ATH-M50xBL limited-edition go-to headphones in 2014 featured a chic blue and leather design.
ATH-M50xDG (2015)
In 2015, the ATH-M50xDG limited-edition dark green music headphones were available for a select time.
ATH-M50xMG (2016)
The first matte style of the limited-edition series were the ATH-M50xMG matte gray headphones in 2016.
ATH-M50xRD (2017)
In 2017, we delivered a pop of gold with the ATH-M50xRD limited-edition headphones.
ATH-M50xBB (2018)
Our special edition blue and black ATH-M50xBB headphones made their debut in 2018.
ATH-M50xPB (2020)
In 2020, we released our ATH-M50xPB purple and black limited-edition headphones! This exclusive design was the first of our limited-edition colors to be available in both the traditional wired model and a wireless model, the ATH-M50xBTPB.
ATH-M50xMO (2021)
Our 2021 update to these accurate headphones was our limited-edition wired/wireless ATH-M50xMO Lantern Glow! The vibrant, eye-catching color, which was voted as the winning color by our fanbase as a part of a global poll, is clearly a fan-favorite! The ATH-M50xMO best-selling headphones is a studio-quality headset, providing superior comfortability as well as durability.
ATH-M50xDS (2022)
In 2022, we debuted the ATH-M50xDS Deep Sea limited edition! This model is the result of a global crowd-sourcing campaign, where end users voted on their favorite color of the next ATH-M50x model. Also being introduced is the wireless ATH-M50xBT2DS iteration.
Over the years we have unveiled a variety of limited-edition versions of our popular ATH-M50x model that can make perfect musician headphones, professional mixing headphones, and more . Which color combination is your favorite?
ATH-M50xIB (2023)
As part of our crowd-sourcing campaign, Audio-Technica fans voted Ice Blue to be the latest limited-edition color scheme for the award-winning M50x headphones. Available in wired and wireless versions , these headphones offer an exceptional, unmatched audio experience for everyone from studio professionals to everyday listeners.