USB conversion adapter (USB Type-A to USB Type-C™)
Earpads
At the time of purchase, the earpads that are made of mesh material with excellent air permeability for increased comfort are attached to the headset.
Earpads There are two types of earpads for this product. Use the product for whichever of these purposes suits your needs.
Earpad type
Description
Mesh earpads
These earpads are made of mesh material with excellent air permeability for increased comfort. At the time of purchase, these earpads are attached to the headset.
Leather earpads
These are the same earpads used on the ATH-M50x. They are made of leather material and stress audio quality and sound isolation.
Wearing the product
Put the side of the product marked "L" (LEFT) onto the left ear and the side marked "R" (RIGHT) onto the right ear, slide the slider up and down so that the earpads cover the ears, and then adjust the headband.
Swivel mechanism
You can fold the housing so that it lies flat.
The swivel mechanism cannot rotate more than 90 degrees. Do not apply excessive force. Joint
Compact folding
You can fold the housing into the inner side of the headband using the joints at the fulcrum.
Be careful so as not to get your fingers caught in the joints.
When using the product, make sure to return the housings to their original positions. Joint
Using the product
Lower the volume on the computer you intend to use, then connect the cable to the USB port on the computer.
When connecting to a USB Type-C port, use the included USB conversion adapter (USB Type-A to USB Type-C).
The computer will automatically recognize the product and install the driver.
Place the product with the side marked "L" on your left ear and the side marked "R" on your right ear, and adjust the headband length by sliding the slider.
Adjust the microphone near the corner of your mouth.
Operate the computer to adjust volume as necessary.
Read the user manual for the computer.
Computer settings
Windows 11 / Windows 10
Open the Start Menu and click "Settings".
Click "System".
Click "Sound".
In "Output" and "Input", confirm that "ATH-M50xSTS-USB" is selected.
If the product is not selected, select the product.
Depending on the app or software being used, it may be necessary to switch the output and input for that app or software to this product.
macOS
Click the Apple icon and select "System Preferences".
Click "Sound".
In "Output" and "Input", confirm that "ATH-M50xSTS-USB" is selected.
If the product is not selected, select the product.
Depending on the app or software being used, it may be necessary to switch the output and input for that app or software to this product.
Muting the microphone
Moving the microphone up mutes the microphone.
To unmute, move the microphone down.
Monitoring your voice
You can check the sound of your voice during use by pressing the monitor dial.
Each time the monitor dial is pressed, it switches between ON and OFF.
Tilt the monitor dial to the left or right to adjust the volume of your voice.
Cleaning
Get into the habit of regularly cleaning the product to ensure that it will last for a long time. Do not use alcohol, paint thinners, or other solvents for cleaning purposes.
Use a dry cloth to clean the headphones and the in-line controller.
Wipe away any perspiration or dirt from the cable with a dry cloth immediately after use. Failure to clean the cable may cause it to deteriorate and harden over time, resulting in malfunction.
Wipe the cable plug with a dry cloth if dirty. Failure to clean the plug may cause sound skipping or noise.
To clean the earpads and headband, wipe with a dry cloth. Earpads and headband may fade if sweat or water dries on them. If the earpads and headband get wet, we recommend wiping them with a dry cloth and allowing them to dry in the shade.
If the product will not be used for an extended period of time, store it in a well-ventilated place free from high temperatures and humidity.
Earpads are consumable parts. The earpads deteriorate over time due to use or storage. Contact your local Audio-Technica dealer for earpad replacement or other repairs.
Specifications
Headphones
Type
Closed-back dynamic
Driver
45 mm
Sensitivity
99 dB/mW
Frequency response
15 to 28,000 Hz
Maximum input power
1,600 mW
Impedance
38 ohms
Microphone
Type
Back electret condenser
Polar pattern
Unidirectional
Frequency response
50 to 20,000 Hz (at 3 cm)
Communication specifications
System operation
USB 2.0 compliant
Supported OS
Windows 10, Windows 11
macOS Catalina, macOS Big Sur, macOS Monterey
Supported sample rates
44.1 kHz/48 kHz/88.2 kHz/96 kHz
Supported bit depth
16-bit/24-bit
Other
Weight (without cable)
Approx. 330 g (12 oz)
Power supply
USB power (5 V DC)
Cable length
2.0 m (6.6')
Plug
USB Type-A
Accessories
Earpads, USB conversion adapter (USB Type-A to USB Type-C)
Sold separately
Earpads, USB conversion adapter (USB Type-A to USB Type-C)
For product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice.
Videos
The headset for streamers and gamers - ATH-M50xSTS-UBS Stream Set Review Video
Documents / Resources
Download manual
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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