ATH-M50X ENSO

ATH-M50x ENSO – Limited Edition 2025

The ATH-M50x ENSO is a 2025 limited-edition version of Audio-Technica’s legendary ATH-M50x headphones, celebrating a decade of sonic excellence since their 2014 debut. Returning to a timeless all-black finish with a refined twist, the “ENSO” edition draws inspiration from the Japanese Enso circle which is a symbol of simplicity, unity, and the cyclical nature of life.

This edition features custom engravings on the iconic earcup rings and headband sliders, evoking sumi ink brushstrokes and audio waveforms. Each matte-black unit is individually serialized, making every pair one-of-a-kind. Only 5,000 units will be released globally.

Features

• Limited Edition Release
  Celebrates 10 years of the iconic ATH-M50x, originally launched in 2014.
• ENSO Design Theme
  Named after the Japanese “enso” circle symbolizing the cyclical nature of life and creativity.
• Back to Black
  Returns to the classic all-black design with refined aesthetic elements.
• Custom Engravings
  Sumi ink–inspired brush strokes on the headband sliders and earcup rings. Audio frequency wave motif detailing.
• Unique Serial Number
  Each of the 5,000 units is engraved with a unique serial number.
• Exclusive Packaging
  Special limited-edition packaging design made specifically for the ENSO release.
• Chance to Win ENSO Accessories Kit
  Includes a headphone case and custom-made furoshiki cloth. Made in partnership with Bamba, a Kyoto-based hand-dyeing factory with over 110 years of tradition. 200 units will include a winning postcard randomly placed in boxes.

Specifications

Technical Specifications

• Headphone Type: Closed-back, over-ear
• Driver Size: 45 mm large-aperture drivers with rare earth magnets
• Frequency Response: 15 Hz – 28,000 Hz
• Maximum Input Power: 1,600 mW at 1 kHz (standard ATH-M50x)
• Sensitivity: 99 dB
• Impedance: 38 ohms
• Connection Type: Wired – Detachable cable system (3 included cables in standard M50x package)

Special Edition Features

• Design Theme: “ENSO” – Inspired by Japanese calligraphy circles representing the cyclical nature of life
• Color: Matte black with custom sumi-ink-inspired engravings on the earcup rings and headband sliders
• Unique Serial Number: Engraved into each unit
• Packaging: Special edition box with ENSO campaign artwork

Limited Accessories

• ENSO Accessories Kit (Prize Draw):
• Custom headphone case
• Hand-dyed Japanese furoshiki cloth (Kyoto-based Bamba factory)
• Special postcards randomly inserted in 200 boxes indicating winners

Dimensions & Weight

• Weight: Approx. 285 g (without cable)
• Cable Options: Includes straight and coiled detachable cables (1.2 m – 3.0 m)