Audio-Technica - ATH-M40x Monitor Headphones - Black
User rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars with 45 reviews.
4.6(45 Reviews)- 2 Answered Questions
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Features
40mm neodymium drivers
Deliver faithful sound reproduction.
Flat tuning
Provides accurate monitoring across an extended frequency range.
90° swiveling earcups
Allow easy 1-ear monitoring.
Circumaural design
Contours around the ears for sound isolation with minimal bleed.
Collapsible construction with detachable cables
Offers easy storage and portability.
What's Included
- ATH-M40x Monitor Headphones
- 3.9' - 9.8' coiled cable, 9.8' straight cable and 6.3mm (1/4") screw-on adapter
- Protective carrying pouch
Key Specs
- Connection TypeWired
- Water ResistantNo
- Built-In MicrophoneNo
- Carrying CaseYes
- Headphone FitOver-the-Ear
- Adjustable HeadbandYes
General
- Product NameATH-M40x Monitor Headphones
- BrandAudio-Technica
- Model NumberAUD ATHM40X
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Audio
- Sound IsolatingYes
- Minimum Frequency Response15 hertz
- Maximum Frequency Response24 kilohertz
- Impedance35 ohms
- Sensitivity96 decibels adjusted
- Integrated AmplifierNo
- Volume Limiting FunctionNo
- Driver Size40 millimeters
Connectivity
- Connection TypeWired
- Connector Size1/8 in. (3.5mm)
- Detachable CordYes
Features
- Water ResistantNo
- Built-In MicrophoneNo
- Carrying CaseYes
- Bone Conducting TechnologyNo
Design
- Headphone FitOver-the-Ear
- StylePro
- Adjustable HeadbandYes
- Foldable DesignYes
Dimension
- Product Height11 inches
- Product Width10 inches
- Product Depth4 inches
- Product Weight2 pounds
- Cord Length9.8 feet
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
- UPC4961310125424
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 45 reviews
(45 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.8
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Bass, Price, Sound qualityRated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice rich sound for the price
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.I purchased these to replace mine 30 year old Sony digital headphones which have now develop chain buzzing in one of the headsets. These particular were highly recommended on the musician forums I belong to. Well, they have a very rich and full sound. They deliver a very flat response with tight bass and clear highs. They fit tighter than my old sonys but than again these are new and my old sonys have been well used. If you have a large head, your ears might get fatigued after long usage. I like a tighter headphone that will not slide off my head while playing my guitars so they work for me. Having 2 included chords with sufficient length that twist and lock into the phones prevents them from pulling out accidentally. I really like these headphones and the price isn’t out of reach for most folks.
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Sound Quality5 out of 5Comfort5 out of 5Pros mentioned:Bass, Sound quality, WiringRated 5 out of 5 stars
Good value - general listening and tracking vocals
Posted .I've had these headphones for 3 years and am glad I made the purchase. I had listened to the M30x, M40x and M50x in the store but felt the M40x offered the best value. They were noticeably better than the M30x - with more clarity across all higher frequencies - but I did not think the M50x were worth the extra cost or dramatically better. I rely on the M40x when listening to music, and when tracking vocals, guitar or medium-to-super-high frequency instruments in the studio. I would not trust these exclusively when mixing tracks, but I do use them occasionally, to get a good all-round check on the balance and sound (in addition of course to checking the mix on the car stereo). They are perhaps a touch quiet in the low-end and I do not use them if I am tracking bass or drums (see below for my alternative recommendation for that). They are pretty light weight, which is great if you're in the studio doing tons of overdubs or doing the marathon podcast. One thing that I really like about this set is that the cable is detachable from the phones. In case the cable has issues, you don't have to get the whole thing repaired. That said, I've had no technical problems or obvious signs of wear and tear, despite regular use for 3 years straight. The cable also has a nice, screw-on 1/4-inch adapter. Not sure if this is the same with all packages, but mine also came with earbuds, with a built-in microphone. That has been my workhorse around the house and for working at home. Nice durable, fabric cable too. One of the headphones I was also comparing this to when deciding whether to buy was the (trusty) Sennheiser HD 280 PRO. Those are a little cheaper, and a worthwhile purchase for more focused tasks. I use those *exclusively* when tracking bass and drums - the noise cancellation alone is incredible - and they have a big warm, low-end sound. Because of the good low-end, however they don't deliver a good all-round sound, particularly if you want to hear those nice airy high frequencies. That said, I recommend them for a quick check on the low end of your mix, or when tracking bass or drums. They're a little heavy, but that's for another review ... needless to say, I bought that one as well :)
Features
Sound Quality5 out of 5Comfort5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 1 out of 5 stars
Sounded great, until . . .
Posted .Sounded really good until they snapped in half making them unusable. This is a common problem with people who use them a lot. AT offered to fix them at my expense, though it is their problem, meaning their headphones would of cost me double. Keep looking unless you like expensive paperweights.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Happy wife !
||Posted .Owned for 9 months when reviewed.My husband uses this for keeping me happy when he plays guitar !!
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 4 out of 5 stars
Best headphones in this price range
||Posted .IMO, these are the best (closed) headphones in this price range. I felt compelled to remove one star, because even though it includes multiple cables, I personally feel that they are too long, and wish a 3-4 ft cable was included. The headphones themselves, though, sound terrific and I'm glad I chose these.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
If wanna show your ears a good time
||Posted .Owned for 2 months when reviewed.Get these bad boys. I listened to so songs I’ve listened to my whole life and and heard things I didn’t hear before with this. They don’t really hole sound in well so the person next to you will be able to hear it too. So kids, keep the punk rock volume down are might end up in military school.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Audio-Technica - ATH-M40x Monitor Headphones
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.highly rated by other publications / Youtube; comfortable to wear, performs like it's suppose to. I'd highly recommend this product.
Features
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Unbeatable at this price point
Posted .I purchased these after doing a lot of research online. Even at full MSRP (you can find them lower on occassion) they're fantastic headphones. Unlike the reviewer that couldn't hear any bass I find the bass to be perfectly balanced and certainly present. Some songs I would say the bass is still a little too prominent, but that is only playing through my iPhone so it may be the way the sounds is mixed by iOS. I've worn them for hours at a time with no discomfort. They seal out sound quite a bit and they're closed back so there isn't much sound leakage for the people around you. I would recommend these to any of my friends and family without hesitation.
I would recommend this to a friend
Q: QuestionIs this headset compatible with the PS4?
Asked by Chubby.
- A:Answer The ATH-M40x are stereo headphones only. They do not have a microphone.
Answered by AudioTechnica
Q: QuestionWhen will these headphones be in stock online?When will these headphones be in stock online? They aren't available in any of the store near me, so I can't do a store pickup.
Asked by Ed.
- A:Answer They're in stock right now on the most famous online shopping site. $5 less too.
Answered by Bob