Audio-Technica ATH-M50x vs HiFiMAN Sundara
Side-by-side comparison based on Reddit community data
#4 in Headphones
Audio-Technica
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
$174.99
100/100Excellent
100% positive0% neutral0% negative
Pros
- +Sound more natural after eq
- +Sound flat out better after eq
Cons
- -Sounded a little "off" with some types of music (e.g., vocal heavy) before eq
โAfter using these EQ settings for the past hour, they sound so much more natural and flat out "better"โ
#3 in Headphones
HiFiMAN
HiFiMAN Sundara
$179.00
100/100Excellent
100% positive0% neutral0% negative
Pros
- +Makes good headphones
- +Reviewed on hifi sites
Cons
- -Eventually needs upgrading
โThe only company I've seen advertised on socials that actually makes good headphones is Hifimanโ
Specifications Comparison
| Spec | Audio-Technica ATH-M50x | HiFiMAN Sundara |
|---|---|---|
| Driver | 45mm | 80mm Planar Magnetic |
| Frequency Response | 15Hzโ28kHz | 6Hzโ75kHz |
| Impedance | 38ฮฉ | 37ฮฉ |
| Type | Closed-back | Open-back |
| Weight | 285g | 372g |
| Connectivity | 3.5mm (with 6.35mm adapter) | 3.5mm (with 6.35mm adapter) |
| Noise Cancelling | No (passive isolation) | โ |
| Driver Type | โ | Planar Magnetic |
| Price | $174.99 | $179.00 |
| Reddit Sentiment | 100% positive | 100% positive |
| Reddit Mentions | 1 | 3 |