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title: "Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Professional Studio Monitor Headphone, Black, with Cutting Edge Engineering, 90 Degree Swiveling Earcups, Pro-Grade Earpads/Headband, Detachable Cables Included"
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# 40mm dynamic drivers for crisp sound 90° swiveling earcups for versatile monitoring Pro-grade earpads/headband for all-day comfort Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Professional Studio Monitor Headphone, Black, with Cutting Edge Engineering, 90 Degree Swiveling Earcups, Pro-Grade Earpads/Headband, Detachable Cables Included

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** € 209.49
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your audio game with pro-grade precision and comfort.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Professional Studio Monitor Headphone, Black, with Cutting Edge Engineering, 90 Degree Swiveling Earcups, Pro-Grade Earpads/Headband, Detachable Cables Included by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** € 209.49 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- audio-technica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audio-technica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Noise Isolation Mastery:** Circumaural design blocks out distractions so you stay laser-focused on your mix.
- • **Plug & Play Flexibility:** Detachable 9.8 ft cables with 3.5mm jack keep your setup sleek and tangle-free.
- • **Durability Meets Comfort:** Premium faux leather earpads and headband ensure long-lasting comfort during marathon sessions.
- • **Ergonomic 90° Swivel Design:** Earcups rotate for effortless one-ear monitoring—perfect for multitasking in busy studios.
- • **Studio-Grade Sound Precision:** 40mm drivers with rare earth magnets deliver crystal-clear audio that pros trust.

## Overview

The ATH-M40x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones combine cutting-edge 40mm dynamic drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum voice coils to deliver precise, clear sound. Featuring a circumaural design for superior noise isolation and 90-degree swiveling earcups for flexible one-ear monitoring, these headphones are built with durable, professional-grade earpads and headband materials. Detachable cables and a 3.5mm jack ensure easy connectivity, making them ideal for professional audio monitoring in demanding environments.

## Description

ATH-M40x Professional Studio Monitor Headphone, Black, with Cutting Edge Engineering, 90 Degree Swiveling Earcups, Pro-Grade Earpads/Headband, Detachable Cables Included

## Features

- Cutting edge engineering and robust construction
- 40 millimeter drivers with rare earth magnets and copper clad aluminum wire voice coils
- Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments
- 90 degree swiveling earcups for easy, one ear monitoring
- Professional-grade ear pad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Control Method | Remote |
| Control Type | Volume Control |
| Compatible Devices | desktops |
| Antenna Location | audio monitoring |
| Enclosure Material | Faux Leather, Aluminum, Plastic, Metal, Copper |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Is Electric | No |
| Specific Uses For Product | Professional |
| Cable Features | Detachable |
| Additional Features | Noise Isolation, Foldable |
| Earpiece Shape | Over Ear |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Headphone Folding Features | Over Ear |
| Frequency Range | 15 - 24000 Hz |
| Frequency Response | 24 KHz |
| Impedance | 35 Ohm |
| Audio Driver Size | 40 Millimeters |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Wireless Technology | no |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Color | Black |
| Style Name | Headphone |
| Theme | Audio Monitoring Headphones |
| Item Weight | 0.52 Pounds |
| Carrying Case Weight | 0.25 Pounds |
| Cable Length | 9.8 Feet |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 35 Ohms

## Images

![Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Professional Studio Monitor Headphone, Black, with Cutting Edge Engineering, 90 Degree Swiveling Earcups, Pro-Grade Earpads/Headband, Detachable Cables Included - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/612QNnTYz0L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How does this compare to the M50?**
A: It depends on your application.  First, the M50 is now the M50x, which includes improved ear cups as well as three interchangeable cables (short, long, coiled).  The M50's have a bit better isolation than the M40's.  Sonically, the M50's has the flatter response on provides less coloration to the music than the M40.  I.e., the M50 is very, very precise.  You will hear the source faithfully and any coloration and soundstage needs to come from there because these cans, by design, will not provide it.  The M40 is a bit more musical and will be more forgiving with consumer grade gear.

In studio or for technical/critical listening, I'd go with the M50x.  For a live stage or personal listening, I'd seriously consider the M40x.

**Q: I have a big head.  Will the ATH-M40x work for me?**
A: I have an abnormally large head, probably top 5% of the population. The ATH-M40x at maximum extension are a tiny bit snug. It's actually a really good fit. If you have a "big" head, you're fine. If you regularly find you can't wear other brands of headphones, the M40s aren't especially roomy. Try them and be prepared for a return if necessary.

**Q: What about "noise pollution"? Will other people on the bus be able to identify the music i'm hearing, what is the critical volume these hp will out??**
A: As with all things, moderation is appropriate. If you want to throb your head and damage your hearing later in life, then things are different. Normal sound levels, with the ear pads cupped together, you cannot hear music, coming from the head phones, inches away from your ears. While on your head, you will hear the full range of music. Pay attention, you will feel the music, crisp and sharp, highs and lows, with good L/R separation. So unless your head is swiss cheese, even if it was, I think no one will hear anything coming from them, but you. I am speaking from experience, rural Sunday morning bedroom with the window open, light breeze through the trees, birds are content. I guess mating season is over.On the bus, with head splitting music? I think you are safe listening to top secret national defense briefings, in addition to any other music you can think of. That is, the bus is expected to be diesel/gas, in first or second gear, going 25+ MPH, and there are at least 10 people on board keeping to themselves. The headphones have good noise isolation, so your sound levels, depending on environment, will vary. You cannot hold a conversation, as that would be both difficult and rude, while wearing.All that to say NO, you are safe. The notion of critical volume is subjective. Since the object is to not damage hearing, critical volume is beyond the scope anyone should be using them. With that said, at 75% max volume on an iPhone in a relatively quite room, you will be able to identify the music for sure, with the ear pads cupped. Between 60% to 70% volume, you will not comprehend what is being listened too. At 50% you will hear no sound at all. On the bus, I suspect 75% to 90% is safe, while 100% volume could be heard quite clearly by the person sitting next to you. You could share your music with the ear cups opened out flat around you neck, without damaging anything.

**Q: How do these headphones do with classical/acoustic music? Is the sound natural and sufficiently good?**
A: When i first got these headphones I listed to Ludovico Einaudi's CD and it sounded great, then I listed to The Early November acoustic Ep and that sounded amazing.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Value and Performance
*by E***. on January 11, 2015*

I was looking for a portable headphone. But didn't want to spend a lot of money either. And they needed to be tough as I was going to put them on my backpack to use them working on the road every day. I found this model hit the $$ range I was looking for and had pretty good reviews around so I gave them a chance. I got them for around $86 in "Like New" condition from Amazon Warehouse Deals. MSRP is actually $139, but they go normally here on Amazon for $99.. so all in all.. a good deal.. they seemed new to me... just the box had some scratches, but nothing I would care about... Now on to my thoughts so farNOTE: These headphones and the Sennheiser HD600 are the only headphones I've had worthy of mentioning. I also don't have any other headphones with me to compare them to in the same price range or any other range. Not even the apple earbuds that came with my iphone5 (don't miss them at all). I also have not had experience listening to a lot of good quality headphones except for my HD600. So as unfair as it is...all my thoughts are in comparison to the HD600s which is still the superior headphone and an awesome value and my point of reference in evaluating the m40x which after all, have surprised me quite a bit!First, they sounded very promising! But they weren't very comfortable. The stock ear pads are a little small for my big ears. They sort of cover all of my ear, but its not as comfortable as my HD600s and their huge pads. So looking around I found the Brainwavz Replacement Memory Foam Earpads here on Amazon as well. These fit perfectly and were free (thank you Amazon gift card!). They didn't affect the sound signature a whole lot really...if anything since I now have a perfect seal, the bass is actually what I think should sound like for those who can achieve a good seal with the original pads... These headphones are tuned flat as per manufacturer's description and there is also this video on YouTube [ http://youtu.be/sj69-mWHV3E ] that compares the different versions of the m##x series of headphones, and indeed, the m40x sound almost identical to the source. So having a neutral headphone was appealing to me, and with the new earpads, I don't notice any frequency range dominating the rest...I think these are still pretty neutral but the pads make them WAY more comfortable....I Recommend them Highly!These headphones are definitely more forward than my HD600, but nothing gross.. I actually kind of like a bit. After a while, I kinda stop thinking about it. They have very good sound staging. They work better in portraying sort of an arc in front of me and I also notice a little better instrument separation too. The HD600 I find is more detailed still, and more natural sounding. Instruments like acoustic guitars and such sound more real/believable, but the m40x work a little better for me in presenting them a little more in front of me than in between me. The angled drivers are definitely making a difference here, because I never noticed this from a set of closed headphones before.They mate very well with the Geek Out 450 USB DAC/Amp (What doesn't?!) I do notice a big volume change when I hook them up after the HD600 but that's expected. Still, they benefit a lot from the power provided by the GO450 vs my iphone 5 or laptop headphone port... also expected...They have awesome sound isolation (especially with the new pads). The effect is very similar to wearing my 3M over the ear earmuffs from work. This is a big plus for me as they are going in my backpack with my GO450 every day for work and I'm always in noisy environments...I also travel a couple of times a year and I can see this kit working for me very well during flight time.All in all, I am very pleased with these headphones and it's an easy recommendation for someone looking for a good headphone without braking the bank!Happy camper here!! Worth every penny! Now back to my music!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Arguably one of the best headphone under $200
*by A***M on November 29, 2016*

First of all, I will only do a short review in regards to the sound quality, comfort, price value and design since I've only bought these 2 days ago.As soon as I can open the headphone and try it on, I opened several song I've had from a playlist I complied filled with various genre. I start the test with a simple classic music like Vivaldi to test how good the treble is. As I've read in some review, it does sound really crisp, crystal clear with all of the instrument sounds flow very smoothly. You can hear the detail of each musical note without sacrificing the grandiose of the background noise. It's truly fitting if you love classic. And just a quick comparison, this strong treble equally match my Sennheiser HD 518 series, which is a very one sided due to its treble heavy, though it's still pretty balance overall. So I go play a more bass heavy track right away to make sure that it's trebly one sided like my Sennheiser, I choose this one indie song that use plenty of bass. Surprisingly, it produced a very solid bass, equivalently of the so-called beats with their bombastic bass caliber. I can still sense the bass heavily presence without the cost of overpowering the treble. Also, it doesn't sound artificially enhanced or feel forced. A quick comparison I can make is with the now popular Sony MDRXB950BT extra bass.I tried the Sony during the the thanksgiving sale on Best Buy, while they're boosting about the discount.While the Sony certainly offer more punch to the bass, I noticed quickly that it sounds a bit too artificial despite the added richness of what it promised. And I tested the bass without the extra bass mode turn on, it's already empowering the treble, as if it's made exclusively just for bass heavy song. I just felt all bass and nothing else, a sign of unbalance sound quality. And this is without the extra bass mode, I can imagine that listening to music the mode would be like putting your ear right next to a mini boom box. Unless you're a bass head or just someone who only cares about bass, then you shouldn't choose the Sony over this audio Technica, amidst the Bluetooth, mic, and music control or heavy discount. At the time of the test, the Sony has had its price already go down from $200 to $88. Nonetheless, you buy a premium headphone for the sake of quality for which even a discount price like this is irrelevant. As far as the design goes, it looks nothing fancy or fashionably friendly like those overpriced beats can or its cheaper counterpart The skullcandy. But overall, the headphone still looks pretty slick and friendly looking enough that it won't make you look lame wearing a non-trendy headphone. Last but not least, I bought this for $74 thanks to limited thanksgiving discount. The original price is $139, which is still cheaper than the Sony with its $200 price tag due to the Bluetooth connectivity. Most importantly thought, this one is a lot more balance and sounds way more natural than the latter. So if you're an audiophile or just someone that prefer the more naturally sounded headphone, then you'll should get this Audio Technica M40x over the Sony MDRXB950BT. I recommend this to anyone that care for the full listening experience of their music in its purest form without breaking your wallet. It's a very good but worth every penny, overall.

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