<p> Contact: Clyne Media, Inc. Tel: (615) 662-1616 Fax: (615) 662-1636</p><p>Audio-Technica Introduces ATH-M50xRD Red-and-Gold Version of Its Popular ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones</p><p>— The new limited-edition ATH-M50xRD is added to Audio-Technica’s M-Series line of headphones —</p><p>143rd AES Convention, New York, NY, October 18, 2017 — Audio-Technica (booth 422), a leading innovator in transducer technology for over 50 years, unveils the ATH-M50xRD Professional Monitor Headphones, a limited-edition red-and-gold version of A-T’s popular ATH-M50x and part of A-T’s M-Series line of headphones. </p><p>From the 45 mm large-aperture drivers to its sound-isolating earcups and robust construction, the ATH-M50xRD provides an unmatched experience for the most critical audio applications, including recording, live sound, broadcast, DJ and personal listening. The headphones incorporate technology drawn from Audio-Technica’s long history in the field of high- performance professional audio, providing exceptional power handling, very high SPL capability, and natural, accurate sound with impactful bass and high-frequency extension. With professional-grade earpad and headband material and a collapsible design, the ATH-M50xRD headphones remain comfortable throughout long monitoring sessions and transport easily. </p><p>ATH-M50xRD Features:</p><p> Proprietary 45 mm large-aperture drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils </p><p>•1•  Exceptional clarity throughout an extended frequency range, with deep, accurate bass response</p><p> Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments</p><p> 90-degree swiveling earcups for easy, one-ear monitoring</p><p> Professional-grade earpad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort for extended wear</p><p> Collapsible for space-saving portability and convenient storage</p><p> Top choice for studio tracking and mixing, as well as live sound, DJ monitoring and personal listening</p><p> Detachable cables (includes a 1.2m-3m coiled cable, 3m straight cable and 1.2m straight cable)</p><p> The ATH-M50xRD Professional Monitor Headphones are a limited-edition red-and-gold version of A-T’s popular ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphone</p><p>Audio-Technica’s new limited-edition ATH-M50xRD will be available in October 2017 at $169.00 MAP. They join the currently available ATH-M50x models in black (ATH-M50x) and white (ATH-M50xWH). </p><p>For more information, please visit www.audio-technica.com. </p><p>…ends 274 words</p><p>Photo file: ATH_M50xRD.JPG Photo caption: Audio-Technica ATH-M50xRD Professional Monitor Headphones. </p><p>Click here for ATH-M50xRD product profiles with downloadable high-res photos. </p><p>See more here: • Audio-Technica Promotional Video: “Circle of Music” • Audio for Video Techniques Videos • Recording Techniques Videos • Additional News Releases •2•</p><p>Celebrating over 50 years of audio excellence worldwide, Audio-Technica is a leading innovator in transducer technology, renowned for the design and manufacture of microphones, wireless microphones, headphones, mixers, and electronics for the audio industry.</p><p>—For more information on the complete range of Audio-Technica products, contact Karen Emerson, Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, OH 44224. Tel: (330) 686-2600; Fax: (330) 688-3752; Web: www.audio-technica.com</p><p>— For further information regarding product availability and pricing in Europe (excluding France and Germany), contact Tim Page ([email protected]). In Germany, contact Sandi Bischof ([email protected]); in France, contact Cynthia El Hakim ([email protected]).</p><p>Audio-Technica is exhibiting at booth 422 at AES New York 2017.</p><p>•3•</p>