Respected Japanese brand Audio-Technica has announced another new pair of true wireless earbuds The ATH-CKS50TW2 offer extended playback time, noise canceling and a novel way of turning the earbuds on and off.
With up to 65 hours of total playback time, the new ATH-CKS50TW2 can deliver up to 25 hours of continuous playback from a pair of charged earbuds. There is an additional 40 hours of backup power contained in the earbuds’ charging case.
Even with active noise canceling enabled, the new earbuds can play for 15 hours before they must be put back in the charging case for a top-up. A quick five-minute charge can provide up to 90 minutes of listening time. That’s a handy feature if you’re about to go for a run and then find out there’s no power left in your earbuds.
A standout new feature with these new earbuds is Audio-Technica’s Magnetic Switch technology which lets users power the earbuds on or off simply by joining or separating them using built-in magnets. It’s an ideal way of conserving power when the charging case isn’t easily available.
The ATH-CKS50TW2’s hybrid noise-canceling system combines feedforward and feedback processes to block ambient noise. There are also additional listening modes that let listeners remain connected with their surroundings while still enjoying music or podcasts. Both functions can be used during phone calls, which is handy for hearing clearly in noisy environments or for monitoring your voice with a sidetone.
Dynamic 9mm Driver
These new earbuds are powered by custom-designed 9mm dynamic drivers that have been engineered in-house by Audio-Technica to deliver a sound that’s rich and detailed with an extended low-end response for better bass.
The shape of the earbuds has been designed to deliver all-day comfort and performance. Audio-Techica has developed hybrid ear tips made using a blend of hard and soft silicone for a snug and secure fit that minimizes sound leakage. The earbuds are waterproof and dustproof to IP55 standard, making them suitable for everyday use indoors and out, even in the rain.
Pricing and Availability:
The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS50TW2 earbuds are available in green and black colorways and will be on sale from June 17, 2025. The price will be £125 / €149.
Tech Specs:
- Drivers: Proprietary 9mm.
- ANC: Hybrid noise canceling with a hear-through function.
- Magnetic Switch technology.
- Microphones: Dual high-performance MEMS with beamforming technology.
- Bluetooth LE.
- Audio codecs: SBC, AAC, LC3.
- Low latency mode: Yes.
- Multipoint pairing: Yes.
- Battery life: 25 hours (earbuds with ANC off) and 40 hours (charging case).
- Quick charge: 5 minutes = 90 minutes.
- Wireless charging: Yes.
- Controls: Customizable multifunction button for music playback, volume, calls, voice assistant and ambiance functions.
- Voice assistants: Siri and Google Assistant.
- Waterproof rating: IP55.
- Ear tips: Hybrid with hard and soft silicone material.
- App: A-T CONNECT.
- Colorways: Green and Black.
