Sony
MDR7506
$98.00
Audio-Technica
Based on 22 Reddit mentions
$169.00
Sentiment summary across the product areas Reddit users mention most.
Original Reddit posts and comments behind this analysis.
Update on my headphones comment from yesterday, I ordered the Audio-Technica ATH-R50x. Less than 200 bucks so not that expensive all things considered. I've never used open back headphones before but they probably suit my needs better since I prioritize comfort and don't care much for noise cancelat
...Lexmb in r/shittygaming
January 4, 2026 6:00 PM
12
Audio technica r50x if you're tryna stay under 200
taptwoblue93 in r/sennheiser
March 24, 2026 10:31 PM
1
I use ATH-R50X open back headphones by Audio Technica and they are really nice, they cost about $150 and sound pretty amazing. They are 50 ohms and sound great on my interface SSL 2+ mkii. sweetwater.com/store/detail/ATHR50x--audio-technica-ath-r50x-open-back-reference-headphones
showlandpaint in r/guitarpedals
December 15, 2025 10:53 AM
1
Over the last 15 or more years I owned quite a few open back headphones. I owned the HD650, AKG K-612, Audio Technica ATH-R70x, Philips 9500. Right now I use the Audio Technica ATH-R70xa as well as the ATH-R50x. I also have the vintage AKG K-1000 and current Hifiman HE400SE. I use them all, some mor
...this_is_me_drunk in r/progrockmusic
February 9, 2026 5:00 AM
1
The new open back models from Audio Technica are excellent. This one would be in your budget range. https://www.audio-technica.com/en-ca/headphones/type/over-ear/ath-r30x If you can stretch your budget a bit, this is the one to go for: https://www.audio-technica.com/en-ca/headphones/type/over-ear/at
...Ok-Dealer-6628 in r/HeadphonesAdvice
February 15, 2026 12:04 AM
1
No budget you say? Audio Technica ATH-AWKG for closed back Audio Technica ATH-ADX7000 for open back For the average user/budget: Audio Technica ATH-M50X for closed back Audio Technica ATH-R50X for open back Yes, I'm an AT fanboy. Been a headphone user for 50+ years, and either heard or owned everyth
...Ok-Dealer-6628 in r/HeadphonesAdvice
February 20, 2026 10:05 PM
1
Beyerdynamic Tygr 300R, Audio Technica ATH-R50X, Sennheiser HD560S, AKG K7xx, Philips Fidelio X2HR are all better than any headset at any price. Hell, even cheap Superluxes outperform most gaming headsets
toweliel in r/HyperX
October 14, 2025 2:58 PM
1
Get the Audio Technica R50x headphones ($150 US) and a pair of the OEM R70x pads ($30). You’ll love the sound and it’s not nearly as expensive as the other headphones you’re considering.
davescott42 in r/sennheiser
March 26, 2026 3:14 AM
0
XM6 is not the best sounding BT headphone in it's price range. Meanwhile something that's 3x cheaper like Sennheiser HD599 or Audio Technica ATH-R50X will blow away in soundstage and clarity, not even considering more expensive ones.
toweliel in r/sony
February 11, 2026 3:41 PM
0