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- Table of Contents
- Top
- Main Differences
- Sound
- Design
- Isolation
- Microphone
- Active Features
- Connectivity
- Comments
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x vs Sony MDR-7520
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
Sony MDR-7520
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TypeOver-Ear
Noise CancellingNo
EnclosureClosed-Back
Bass AmountBalanced (0 dB)
WirelessNo
TransducerDynamic
Treble AmountBalanced (0 dB)
MicNo
Sound SignatureBalanced
TypeOver-ear
Noise CancellingNo
EnclosureClosed-Back
WirelessNo
TransducerDynamic
MicNo
Variants
- ATH-M50x (Black)
- ATH-M50x (Gray)
- ATH-M50x (Metallic Orange)
- ATH-M50x (White)
- MDR-7520 (Black)
Our Verdict
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
Sony MDR-7520
The Audio-Technica ATH-M50x are a better value than the Sony MDR-7520. The Sony have a more premium and durable build quality when compared to the Audio-Technica. They also have a lower profile on your head and an understated look and feel that some may prefer over the slightly plasticky design of the Audio-Technica. On the other hand, the Audio-Technica are more comfortable.