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General

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Series

M-Series6Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Audio_Technica_ATH-M50XBT2Read 11 October 2026Marketed by Audio-Technica as an over-ear wireless model in the M-Series lineup.

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

ATH-M50xBT21Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Model number ATH-M50xBT2. The page also lists limited color models ATH-M50xBT2 DS and ATH-M50xBT2 IB on their own pages. They are not stored.

B1862Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Model number B186. The Amazon listing also prints Model Number B186. Retailer codes such as A11300038 at LDLC are not stored.

GTIN / EAN

49613101561831Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026JAN code 4961310156183 for the Japan model.

6974434227446, 6974434227453, 6974434227439, 69744342275696Maker product pagede.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Store variant data on the Nothing EU store: SKU and barcode 6974434227446 White, 6974434227453 Black, 6974434227439 Pink, 6974434227569 Yellow.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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5 March 20264Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/the-nothing-headphone-a-are-here-and-they-rock-here-are-5-things-you-need-to-know-about-themRead 15 October 2026Article published 5 March 2026 on the launch. Pre-orders opened on 5 March 2026 and sales started on 13 March 2026 for white, black and pink. The yellow edition followed from 6 April 2026 (Hardware Busters). iFixit says the newsroom announcement was on 26 February, which is a teaser date.5Press articlehwbusters.com/news/nothing-launches-affordable-headphoneRead 15 October 2026Available starting March 13 for black, white and pink and April 6 for the limited-edition yellow. Pre-orders open at launch. The article gives EUR 189 for Greece, a country price that is not stored.

Status

Available5Retailer pagecoolblue.nl/en/product/891664/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2.htmlRead 11 October 2026Sold on Coolblue with manufacturer code ATH-M50xBT2.

Available1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The page sells the headphones at $199 with Add to bag.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$1993Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026Spec box: Original price $199.4Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2Read 11 October 2026Msrp USD 199, year 2021.

$1991Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026$199 on the Nothing US store with an Add to bag button.3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026Official price $199 / GBP 149 / AU$329.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€1596Maker product pagede.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026German Nothing store lists EUR 159. Trusted Reviews and GSMArena give the same EUR 159 MSRP at launch. Tax treatment is not stated.13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026MSRP of GBP 149 in the UK ($199 / EUR 159).14Press articlegsmarena.com/nothing_headphone_a_unboxing-news-72043.phpRead 15 October 2026At GBP 149 / $199 / EUR 159 you're getting a lot for not a lot.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black5Retailer pagecoolblue.nl/en/product/891664/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2.htmlRead 11 October 2026Color: Black

White, Black, Pink, Yellow1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Colour picker: White, Black, Pink, Yellow.

Segment

Music1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Listed as a wireless headphone in the consumer headphone range, not in the professional monitor range. Described as the wireless version of the M50x monitor headphones.

Music1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Listed under Audio. Marketed for music listening with ANC, a tuned EQ and Hi-Res Audio. Stored as music.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear5Retailer pagecoolblue.nl/en/product/891664/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2.htmlRead 11 October 2026Type of ear cushions: Over-ear

Over-ear2Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Type Over-ear.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Type: closed dynamic (Japanese: 密閉ダイナミック型)2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Headphones: Closed-back dynamic5Retailer pagecoolblue.nl/en/product/891664/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2.htmlRead 11 October 2026Types of design: Closed

Closed2Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Enclosure Closed.

Wearing style

Headband2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Parts: headband with sliders, arms, joints and housings. Worn on the head.

Headband8Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-a-review-154232Read 15 October 2026Headband with a plastic friction band.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat and inward2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Swivel mechanism: you can fold the housing so that it lies flat, up to 90 degrees. Compact folding: you can fold the housing into the inner side of the headband using the joints.3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026Folds down for storage. Articulating arms and ear cups make it easy to stow away.

None9Measurementsoundguys.com/product/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec list: Foldable No. Which? also lists Headphones fold: No.10Reviewwhich.co.uk/reviews/headphones/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Public spec list: Headphones fold No. The rest of the review is paywalled and was not used.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Swivel mechanism: the housing lies flat. The housing also turns about 180 degrees on the arm (Reversing the housing).3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026The ear cups can articulate in multiple directions.

Yes16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The rectangular earcups can both tilt and swivel.

RGB lighting

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Type: closed dynamic

Dynamic1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: a 40 mm titanium-coated diaphragm with a next-gen magnet and voice-coil system. HeadphoneCheck calls them 40 mm dynamic drivers.16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Custom-developed 40 mm dynamic drivers. Technical specifications: transducer principle dynamic.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

45mm1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Driver 45 mm. The page names a 45 mm large-aperture driver.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Headphones: Driver 45 mm

40mm1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Sound: Drivers 40 mm.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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Diaphragm material

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PEN+PU dome, titanium-coated1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Diaphragm: Dome material PEN+PU, Coating titanium-coated.

Magnet

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min15 HzMax28 kHz1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Frequency response 15 to 28,000 Hz2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Headphones: Frequency response 15 to 28,000 Hz

Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Sound: RF 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz. The row label is RF and no power state or test standard is given. Expert Reviews and iFixit repeat 20 Hz to 40 kHz.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Transmission band 20 to 40,000 Hz with LDAC at 96 kHz sampling and 990 kbps. 20 to 20,000 Hz at 44.1 kHz sampling.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Communication specifications: Transmission band 20 to 40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz sampling, 990 kbps), 20 to 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

38Ω1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Impedance 38 ohm2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Headphones: Impedance 38 ohms

16Ω17Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0G6L57FHVRead 15 October 2026Listing attribute: Impedance 16 ohm. The maker table has no impedance row. The listing also prints Model Number B186 and a 1 year manufacturer warranty. The power state is not stated. The listing title says 5 HD mics, which the maker does not support.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

99dB1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Output sound pressure level 99 dB/mW2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Headphones: Sensitivity 99 dB/mW

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Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

Per 1 mW1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026The maker gives the level per mW.

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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96kHz16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Over USB-C under macOS the headphones are recognised automatically and support up to 24-bit/96 kHz. This is the reviewer's observation and the maker prints 24-bit/96 kHz only for LDAC.

Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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24bits16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Over USB-C under macOS the headphones support up to 24-bit/96 kHz.

DAC

AKM AK43311Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026AKM Hi-Fi DAC and headphone amplifier AK4331, 96 kHz/24 bit.

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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No16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026A personalised sound profile feature is missing compared to the Headphone (1).

Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

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81Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Nothing X: advanced 8-band equaliser.

EQ presets

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Balanced, More Bass, More Treble, Voice13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Four default EQ settings. The names come from the Nothing support article on equalisers for the Headphone (a): Balanced, More Bass, More Treble and Voice, plus Custom and Advanced modes.15Maker product pagesupport.nothing.tech/hc/en-us/articles/44186010442001-How-many-equalisers-does-Nothing-Headphone-a-offerRead 15 October 2026Four preset EQ modes, Balanced, More Bass, More Treble and Voice, with Custom and Advanced modes. The page is behind a bot check, so the wording was read through search result text.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

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Static Spatial Audio: Cinema mode, Static Spatial Audio: Concert mode1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Nothing X: Static Spatial Audio modes inspired by live concerts and cinematic moments. SoundGuys and TechRadar name the two modes Cinema and Concert.3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spatial audio with Concert and Cinema modes, processed by Nothing, with no head tracking or Dolby Atmos.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

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No1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026TechRadar says there is no head tracking or Dolby Atmos. The maker page lists none.3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026You do not get head tracking or Dolby Atmos here.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No4Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2Read 11 October 2026Noise reduction type: passive noise isolation. The spec list has no active noise cancelling.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Noise Cancellation: Type ADAPTIVE ANC.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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Hybrid1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 2mic Hybrid ANC (single side). Page text: dual feedforward and feedback microphones.16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The hybrid noise cancelling is effective in the low-frequency range.

ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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41Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Total 4 mics and 2mic Hybrid ANC (single side). Read as two ANC microphones on each earcup, as on the Headphone (1) Pro table where 5 per side makes 10 in total. Expert Reviews reads it as ANC on one side only.

Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Type ADAPTIVE ANC.

ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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31Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: three levels of Active Noise Cancellation. Expert Reviews names Low, Mid and High plus an Adaptive setting.12Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026Three levels, Low, Mid and High, plus an Adaptive setting.16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The app has a three-level ANC mode (Low, Medium, High) and an adaptive option.

ANC attenuation (claimed)

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40dB1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Depth up to 40 dB at 2000 Hz. Footnote 1: the 40 dB is a theoretical maximum from the Nothing laboratory and actual cancellation varies.

Transparency mode

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Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Features: Transparency mode.

Adjustable transparency

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No16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026The transparency mode offers no adjustable settings.

Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Conservative response. Mids and upper bass are under-emphasized with a dip around 300 Hz. Treble follows the target a few decibels quieter.3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026Mids and upper-bass frequencies are under-emphasized. A slight dip at 300 Hz. Treble follows the ideal curve a few decibels quieter. The wired response is the same as the Bluetooth response.

Against the SoundGuys house curve the response sits about 4 to 5 dB above it in the sub-bass, dips to about 7.5 dB below it near 250 Hz and rises to about 7 dB above it near 3 kHz. The treble stays above the curve to 10 kHz and rolls off above 12.5 kHz.9Measurementsoundguys.com/product/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Lab chart, SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve: about +3.7 to +5.1 dB from 20 Hz to 100 Hz, +2.5 dB at 125 Hz, -7.5 dB at 250 Hz, -0.1 dB at 1 kHz, +6.8 dB at 3.15 kHz, +4.0 to +4.9 dB at 5 to 6.3 kHz, +1.5 dB at 10 kHz, -6.4 dB at 16 kHz and -20.9 dB at 20 kHz. The SoundGuys target is its own house curve and the test rig is not named. iFixit describes a bass-forward signature with a dip near 200 Hz.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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On a phone call the voice was audible and intelligible but a little muffled, and traffic noise was fully silenced.11Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026Call quality section: the callee found the voice audible and intelligible but a little muffled, and traffic noise around the caller was completely silent. This is a phone-call listening test and not a lab measurement.

Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

AAudio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	No	64.85

Source3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026Constant music playback peaking at 75 dB(SPL) lasted 64 hours 51 minutes, stored as 64.85 hours. Connection is Bluetooth. Codec is not stated.

BNothing Headphone (a)

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Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

64.85h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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311g(11 oz)16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Technical specifications: Weight without cable 311 g and with cable 328 g. Which? also lists 311 g. The maker states 310 g. The cable inclusion matches the maker basis because the headphones have a detachable cable.

Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Built-in1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Two small MEMS microphones in the housing.

Built-in1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Built-in microphones for calls. No boom microphone appears in the box list or spec table.

Microphone element

MEMS1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Microphone type: MEMS2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Microphone: Type MEMS

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Omnidirectional1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Polar pattern: omnidirectional. The page also describes beamforming with the two microphones.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Microphone: Polar pattern omnidirectional

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Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

21Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Two MEMS microphones are placed in two places of the headphone housing for beamforming.

31Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 3 MIC ALGORITHM FOR CALLS. Page text: three microphones for Clear Voice Technology.

Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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41Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Total 4 mics. The Amazon listing title says 5 HD mics, which the maker table does not support.

Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

Min85 HzMax15 kHz1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Microphone frequency band 85 to 15,000 Hz2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Microphone: Frequency response 85 to 15,000 Hz

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

-38dB1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026-38 dB at 1 V/Pa, 1 kHz. The reference is dBV per pascal.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Microphone: Sensitivity -38 dB (1 V/Pa, at 1 kHz)

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

DSP1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Beamforming microphone technology gives directivity toward the speaker's mouth to improve call quality in noisy places. Stored as DSP.

AI1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026AI-powered Clear Voice Technology trained on over 28 million real-world scenarios for calls.

Flip to mute

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Mute button

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Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

Yes1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Side tone function lets you hear your own voice through the microphones during a call. It can be switched on or off in the app.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026App function Side Tone: on or off during a call. On at the time of purchase.3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026It has an optional sidetone.

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Adjustable sidetone

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Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Bluetooth, Analog2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth connection chapters and the wired connection (playthrough) chapter. The USB-C battery jack is for charging only.

Bluetooth, Analog, USB1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: LDAC over Bluetooth, and a USB-C or 3.5 mm connection. The box has a USB-C cable for charging and USB audio and a 3.5 mm cable.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

3.5 mm TRS1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 20261.2 m cord with a 3.5 mm gold-plated stereo mini-plug. The online manual says the cord has no microphone.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Accessories: cable with a 3.5 mm gold-plated stereo mini-plug, L-shaped.

3.5 mm TRS2Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications, Interface: Line-in 3.5 mm stereo.

Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

3.5 mm2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Operation area: the connector jack takes the included cable for wired connection. The cable plug is 3.5 mm.

3.5 mm1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: connect with a USB-C or 3.5 mm jack. TechRadar and Expert Reviews describe a 3.5 mm jack on the right earcup.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

1.2m1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 20261.2 m cord2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Accessories: cable 1.2 m (3.9 ft)

1.2m1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box: 3.5 mm audio cable 1.2 m and USB-C cable 1.2 m.

Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026The USB Type-C side of the charging cable plugs into the battery jack. The jack is for charging only.

USB-C1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box: USB-C cable (1.2M) for charging and USB audio.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

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Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box: USB-C cable (1.2M) (charging & USB Audio). TechRadar listened over USB-C in Hi-Res Audio.

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026The 1.2 m cord lets you use the headphones by wire when the battery has run out.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Wired connection (playthrough function): music plays even when there is no battery power. The buttons do not work and the cable has no microphone.

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Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth headphones. No dongle in the accessories.

None1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth only. The box lists no receiver or dongle.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

10m1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Maximum communication range: within 10 m in line of sight.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Communication specifications: line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)

10m1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Connectivity: Connection range 10 M.

Bluetooth

5.01Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Bluetooth standard Ver. 5.02Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Communication specifications: Bluetooth version 5.0

5.41Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Bluetooth version 5.4.

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

LDAC, AAC, SBC1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Supported codecs: LDAC, AAC, SBC2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Communication specifications: Supported codec LDAC, AAC, SBC

AAC, SBC, LDAC1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Codecs AAC, SBC, LDAC.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

Yes1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Supports multipoint with two Bluetooth devices at the same time.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Multipoint function: two Bluetooth devices connected at the same time.3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026Google Fast Pair and multipoint capability.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Dual connection YES. SoundGuys says it is not true multipoint but two devices stay connected and swap streams. Dual connection is off by default and is switched on in Nothing X.8Reviewsoundguys.com/nothing-headphone-a-review-154232Read 15 October 2026Dual connection: two devices on the connections list swap audio streams at the same time, no true multipoint.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

22Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Multipoint function: up to two Bluetooth devices can be connected at the same time.

21Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Dual connection: two devices.

Paired devices remembered

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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Supports Fast Pair for Android 6.0 or later. Only one Android device can use Fast Pair.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Pairing with Fast Pair on Android devices.3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026Google Fast Pair.

Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Tech Integrations: Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair.

Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Low Latency Mode reduces delay for video and games. It is switched in the app.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026App function Low Latency Mode reduces sound delay when playing games or watching videos.

Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Low lag mode. TechRadar finds a low-lag mode for gaming in the app.3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026The app has a low-lag mode for gaming.

Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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BNothing Headphone (a)

Connection	Mode	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	Game Mode on Nothing phones	120

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Footnote 3: latency can be as low as 120 ms when paired with Nothing phones with Game Mode on. This is a minimum claim for Nothing phones only.

Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Android, iOS3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026Android owners can choose LDAC. Apple users can use AAC.

Android, iOS, Windows1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: dual-device connections on Android, Windows and iOS. Spec table: Android 5.1 and above, iOS 13 and above.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

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Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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1,060mAh1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Battery: 1060 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion.

Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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No2Spec databaseifixit.com/Device/Nothing_Headphone_(a)Read 15 October 2026Specifications, Battery: User-replaceable No.

Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

AAudio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2

Connection	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	50

Source1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Continuous transmission time for music playback: max approx. 50 hours. Figures depend on use conditions. The codec and volume are not stated.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Other: continuous transmission time (music playback) max approx. 50 hours.

BNothing Headphone (a)

Connection	ANC	Codec	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	No	AAC	135
Bluetooth	Yes	AAC	75
Bluetooth	No	LDAC	90
Bluetooth	Yes	LDAC	62

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Playback: AAC ANC off up to 135 h, ANC on up to 75 h, LDAC ANC off up to 90 h, ANC on up to 62 h. Footnote 2: the 135 h figure is at 50% volume, AAC, default settings and 25 C from the Nothing laboratory. Expert Reviews prints 60 h for LDAC with ANC and iFixit prints 62 h, so the maker table is followed. The table also gives talk time of 72 h ANC off and 50 h ANC on, which has no field.

Battery life (claimed, max)

50h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

135h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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75h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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135h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Charging port

USB-C2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Operation area: the battery jack takes the included USB charging cable, Type-C side.

USB-C1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Type-C wired charging.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

210min1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Charging time approx. 3.5 hours, stored as 210 minutes.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Other: charging time approx. 3.5 hours. Figures depend on operating conditions.

120min1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Charging: Type-C wired charging to full 2 hours.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

10min1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026About 10 minutes of charging gives about 180 minutes of continuous playback.3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 202610 minutes of charge delivers 180 minutes of audio with the included USB-C to USB-A cable.

5min1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Fast charging: 5 min charge.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

3h1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026About 180 minutes of playback, stored as 3 hours. Charger conditions are not stated.

8h1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 5 min charge gives 8 hours with ANC off and 5 hours with ANC on. Footnote 2: ANC off, 50% volume, AAC, default settings, 25 C. The ANC-off figure is stored.

Use while charging

No2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026If you start to charge while the product is on, it automatically turns off.

Yes13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026A full charge from flat takes 2 hours, but you can charge them while you're listening.

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Operation area: power supply and control button, volume buttons and a voice assistant button.

Volume wheel, Buttons, Slider1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table, Controls: Roller for volume and play, Paddle for tracks, Button, and an On/Off switch. The Paddle and Button are stored as buttons, the Roller as a volume wheel and the switch as a slider.

Volume control

Buttons2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Volume buttons (+/-) adjust the volume by one level per press.3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026Physical buttons. A two-second press and hold of the volume buttons skips tracks.

Wheel1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Roller: roll right or left for volume up or down.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

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Yes1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Footnote 5: Nothing Headphone (a) allows customisable controls. The Button functions are set in Nothing X.

Wear detection

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No3Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026No auto-pause feature (wearer detection).12Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/nothing-headphone-a-reviewRead 15 October 2026The (1) have wear detection and the (a) do not.

Voice assistant

Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Siri and Google Assistant start with the voice assistant button. Amazon Alexa works after a key change in the Connect app.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Speech recognition feature such as Google Assistant or Siri starts with the voice assistant button.4Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2Read 11 October 2026Voice assistant support: Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri

ChatGPT1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: the Button can start ChatGPT. Footnote 7 says the default on iOS and Android is an AI smart assistant.

Comfort and build

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Headband type

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Headband material

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Liquid silicone1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: form-fitting headband made of liquid silicone.

Frame material

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Flexible steel arms with metal injection molded hinges and a glass-fibre reinforced nylon slider1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: flexible steel arms, Metal Injection Molding hinges and a sliding component of 55% glass fibre reinforced nylon. Trusted Reviews says the housings are plastic with steel hinges.

Ear cup material

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Plastic13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Housings are all plastic apart from steel hinges. SoundGuys also calls the chassis mainly plastic.

Ear pad material

PU leather4Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2Read 11 October 2026Ear pad type: PU leather5Retailer pagecoolblue.nl/en/product/891664/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2.htmlRead 11 October 2026Ear cushion material: Foam, Imitation leather. The same as the PU leather listed by SoundGuys.

Memory foam with leatherette1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: memory foam ear cups. Trusted Reviews says the cushions are covered with leatherette over memory foam.13Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Ear cushions covered with a leatherette material with soft memory foam underneath.

Replaceable ear pads

Yes1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Replacement ear pads HP-M50x BK are sold as spare parts.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Sold separately: earpad, cable.

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Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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IP521Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table and page text: IP52 dust and water resistance. Footnote 9 says the tests are Nothing laboratory results.

User-replaceable parts

Ear pads, Cable1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Sold separately: ear pad HP-M50x and cord.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Sold separately: earpad, cable.

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Software

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Companion app

Audio-Technica Connect2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Compatible with the Connect app.

Nothing X1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Footnote 6: Nothing X app.

App platforms

Android, iOS4Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2Read 11 October 2026Companion app: iOS + Android

Android, iOS1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Footnote 6: Nothing X is on Google Play and the iOS App Store.

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026The Connect app can also update the headphone firmware (online manual).2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026The app also updates the product firmware.3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026The Connect app is used for EQ, firmware updates and Bluetooth codec switching.

Yes16Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/nothing-headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Firmware updates can be installed directly through the Nothing X app.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

307g(10.8 oz)1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Mass approx. 307 g2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Specifications, Other: approx. 307 g (10.8 oz)5Retailer pagecoolblue.nl/en/product/891664/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2.htmlRead 11 October 2026Weight 307 g, the same as the maker.

310g(10.9 oz)1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Headphones weight 310 G.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Width177Height190.4Depth78mm(7 × 7.5 × 3.1 in)1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Spec table labels: Height 177.0 mm, Width 78.0 mm, Depth 190.4 mm. Those labels do not fit a wearing orientation. A 78 mm width cannot be across the head. Tom's Guide lists 7 x 3.1 x 7.6 in. The values are stored as across the head 177.0, top to bottom 190.4 and front to back 78.0. The maker does not state the headband or cup position.

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Page text: Hi-Res Audio certified for wired and wireless listening.

Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

ATH-M50xBT2 headphones, USB charging cable (USB Type-A to USB Type-C), Audio cable with 3.5 mm stereo mini-plug, Pouch1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026Accessories: 30 cm USB charging cable (USB Type-A / USB Type-C), 1.2 m cord (3.5 mm gold-plated stereo mini-plug, L-shaped), pouch.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Accessories: USB charging cable 30 cm (12 in, USB Type-A / USB Type-C), cable 1.2 m, pouch.

Headphone (a), Carry pouch, 3.5 mm audio cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (1.2 m) for charging and USB audio, Quick start guide1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box: Headphone x1, Carry pouch x1, 3.5 mm audio cable (1.2M) x1, USB-C cable (1.2M) x1 (charging and USB Audio), QSG x1.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

AAudio-Technica ATH-M50xBT2

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB charging cable (USB Type-A to USB Type-C)	0.3	1
Audio cable with 3.5 mm gold-plated stereo mini-plug (L-shaped)	1.2	1

Source1Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 202630 cm charging cable and 1.2 m audio cord.2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026USB charging cable 30 cm (12 in) and audio cable 1.2 m (3.9 ft).

BNothing Headphone (a)

Type	Length (m)	Count
3.5 mm audio cable	1.2	1
USB-C cable for charging and USB audio	1.2	1

Source1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026In the box list. Lengths 1.2 m each.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Soft3Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-ath-m50xbt2-review-60821Read 11 October 2026You get a carry pouch, a headphone jack cable and a USB-C to A charging cable. The reviewer calls the pouch a flimsy vinyl carrying sack.

Soft1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026Carry pouch 270 x 230 x 15 mm, 30 g. Expert Reviews and Trusted Reviews describe a drawstring fabric pouch.

Links

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Product page

www.audio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT21Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/ATH-M50xBT2Read 11 October 2026

us.nothing.tech/products/headphone-a1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

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us.nothing.tech/products/headphone-a1Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/products/headphone-aRead 15 October 2026

Manual

www.audio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.html2Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/document/ATH-M50xBT2/en/Content/Wireless/ATH-M50xBT2/index.htmlRead 11 October 2026Official English online manual, 48 topics, built September 2021.

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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1year7Maker product pageus.nothing.tech/pages/terms-of-salesRead 15 October 2026US store terms, section 6.8: Headphones and other electronic devices have a limited warranty of twelve (12) months. This is the US store and other regions can differ. The Amazon listing also says 1 year manufacturer.

Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.