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Audio-Technica ATH-M40x

Black · Over-ear · Released 2014

Audio-Technica ATH-M40x, product view 1

Specifications

Closed-back

Acoustic design

None

Noise cancelling

None

Microphone

3.5 mm, 6.35 mm

Wired

35 Ω

Impedance

Overview

Wired studio headphones

Audio-Technica's mid-range wired studio monitor: a flatter-sounding alternative to the ATH-M50x, with detachable cables and earcups that swivel for one-ear monitoring.

  • Flatter tuning

    Reviewers found it more neutral than the ATH-M50x, with less bass emphasis, which suits listeners who value accuracy over punch.

  • Two detachable cables

    It includes a coiled cable that stretches to about 3 m and a 3 m straight cable, both locking in with a bayonet twist. Unlike the ATH-M50x, it has no short straight cable.

  • Warm ear pads

    Reviewers found the synthetic leather pads trap heat and make ears sweat over long sessions. Replacement pads are sold separately.

Family guide

ATH-M series headphones
ATH-M20xATH-M40xATH-M50x
Wired monitors 2014
ATH-M40x Two detachable cables and swiveling earcups for one-ear monitoringThis model

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