Hardware
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS
High-quality streaming and listening headphones
£199 FROM audio-technica.com FEATURES Digital USB audio connection (Analogue version available), integrated boom microphone, swappable earpads, sidetone voice monitoring
The headphones deliver a detailed and solid soundstage
MacFormat VERDICT
Solid pickup andplayback for thoseserious aboutstreaming andbroadcasting.
★★★★☆
+ Excellent audio quality
+ USB connectivity is convenient
+ Flip-to-mute mic
- Relatively pricey
Streaming headsets have grown in popularity as a result of the explosion in gaming, conferencing and other online pursuits that have taken off in recent years. While entry-level models can be very inexpensive, those who are serious about streaming will often want to look at a higher quality solution. Audio-Technica’s ATH-M50xSTS comes in two versions, an Analogue model with XLR and 3.5mm audio plugs and a Digital (USB) version, as reviewed here.