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Audio Technica ATH M40X Professional Studio Monitor Over ear Headphones Black
Last Updated: September 2, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.8
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/10
Total Reviews
449
Old Reviews
241
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Body
43ears, quality, comfortable, long, headphones
+84%
-16%
" ... These are my first pair of over-ear headphones/studio monitors, being used to in-ear earphones I was very skeptical on buying these for their flat sound signature. ... But buying these was worth it, these are very comfortable despite my big ears. ... They are built with pro grade stuff but still feel delicate, so I wouldn't suggest handling them with one hand. ... Would have been great if they included a smaller 3.5mm cable, just makes carrying them around more easier. ... "
" ... Build quality is good and sound quality is also good. ... "
" ... really comfortable but not for extended listening sessions as it gets warm and sweaty around the ears. ... "
" ... Good build quality. ... "
" ... Excellent sound quality and very comfortable on the ears ... "
" ... Good quality plastic and metals has been used in the product. ... "
" ... Got good reviews from reviewers who have used many headphones. ... "
" ... The build quality is excellent. ... Everything feels solid and well-fitted, including especially the headband, which is reinforced by a metal strip. ... The ear pads are firm, but comfortable. ... The Sennheiser's softer, bigger earpads are a bit more comfortable when worn for many hours. ... On the other hand, the Audio-Technica comes with two replaceable cables, and perhaps the firmer ear pads will last longer. ... "
Body / Comfort
33comfortable, ear, brainwavz, used, headphones
+76%
-24%
" ... COMFORT- NOT SATISFACTORILY ... "
" ... Even I like the best type of headphones, though the product makes me smile when I put it on. ... "
" ... Fit nicely over the ears without any discomfort. ... "
" ... I had to replace them with the super comfy Brainwavz pleather pads (separate reviews for them). ... But one can compromise on the sound a tiny bit for the superlative increase in comfort which make this headphone a solution for that situation where one has to choose just one model from the M series. ... "
" ... ATH M40X fits perfectly in comparison with M50 which has more bass, this one is flatter and fits perfectly for the price. ... "
" ... Though the original earpads are not that bad, the Brainwavz angled earpads take the comfort factor up by several notches. ... "
" ... Comfortable to see a movie for an hour or two. ... "
" ... The comfort of stock pads aren't that great so probably will go for Brainwavz pads soon. ... "
Price
25money, value, worth, worth every, good
+100%
" ... I am glad I made this investment. ... "
" ... It's low budget good quality product. ... "
" ... Worth the money! ... "
" ... And for this price, it’s just fantastic. ... "
" ... Worth the money ... "
" ... The particular product is available at 99 dollars in the outer market. ... Considering that the price is showing now ok and worth buying. ... "
" ... Best fo the price.! ... "
" ... If you have great budget then definitely go for these m40x ✌ ... "
Body / Build Quality
20build, good, build quality, used, sturdy
+80%
-20%
" ... 1.Great build quality ... "
" ... The second compromise is in construction. ... "
" ... Plus handle with little more care :-) ... "
" ... Built quality is okay and can't be expected more at this price bracket. ... But after removing the foam shields, it was pretty good. ... made me feel like sitting in a professional studio environment. ... "
" ... Good build quality. ... "
" ... MATERIAL QUALITY- GOOD ... "
" ... The phones have a good sound isolation, top notch balanced sound reproduction and a very good build quality. ... "
" ... Build quality is pretty good. ... It feels premium. ... Cables are great, the pouch provided with the headphones is awesome, and they feel quite durable. ... "
Sound
16volume, cancellation, sound, isolation, high
+88%
-13%
" ... Good seal on the ear for passive noise cancellation. ... "
" ... Sound isolation (passive) is adequate, but there's noticeable sound leakage if you're listening at high volume in a quiet area. ... It also has distinctly better sound isolation and negligible sound leakage. ... "
" ... Noise cancellation is excellent. ... "
" ... The sound quality is extremely good, delivery crisp clear audio even at high volumes. ... No active noise cancellation. ... "
" ... perfect noise cancelation, able to get flat signal, ... "
" ... Isolation is good. ... "
" ... Not any additional features for noise cancellation but still the design of earcups works satisfactorily. ... "
" ... Amazing noise isolation ... "
Sound / Noise Cancellation
10cancellation, sound, isolation, passive, leakage
+100%
" ... Isolation is good. ... "
" ... Not any additional features for noise cancellation but still the design of earcups works satisfactorily. ... "
" ... Great sound isolation ... "
" ... Noise Cancellation and Sound Quality could have been better ... "
" ... Noise cancellation is excellent. ... "
" ... Sound isolation (passive) is adequate, but there's noticeable sound leakage if you're listening at high volume in a quiet area. ... It also has distinctly better sound isolation and negligible sound leakage. ... "
" ... Good seal on the ear for passive noise cancellation. ... "
" ... Cancels out all noise completly! ... "
Body / Cable
10long, cables, wire, pouch, headphones
+90%
-10%
" ... Invest on a shorter aux cable to make the experience even better . ... "
" ... The headphones are great sound quality is excellent but the aux cable are too long to handle Bully quality is brilliant it justify its price but if u can add more 2-3k u should buy ATH-M50X ... "
" ... Cables are great, the pouch provided with the headphones is awesome, and they feel quite durable. ... "
" ... On the other hand, the Audio-Technica comes with two replaceable cables, and perhaps the firmer ear pads will last longer. ... "
" ... Would have been great if they included a smaller 3.5mm cable, just makes carrying them around more easier. ... "
" ... The coiled cable is in my bedroom for mobile and the straight cable is in my AV room. ... PROPRIETARY 3.5mm cable connection to the headset as well as 3.5mm to 6.3mm adapter which is included. ... "
" ... Pouch with the headphone and the cable inside, did not feel bulky to me. ... Sound clarity got seriously affected on changing the cable. ... "
" ... removable cable makes them more durable then you'd expect. ... "
Usage
7m50x, listening, hear, good, gaming
+100%
" ... Great for long sessions and even for gaming and general use ... "
" ... If you like balanced sound, easy going and at the same time with just the right amount of liveliness and punch that make listening to music a great experience for the ears get this one instead of the well known sibling the wired M50x. ... "
" ... I work in video production, and this has been a game changer. ... "
" ... You can clearly distinguish between every single instrument being played in a song. ... "
" ... You can clearly distinguish between every single instrument being played in a song. ... "
" ... This little device has changed the end game for M40x ... Super easy to install and use. ... "
" ... You hear the complete truth and nothing else. ... These are not the headphones that you take out to your workout sessions, gyms or your daily commutes neither do they perform good in gaming scenarios rather, these are the ones that you put on your ears when you safely tuck yourself in your bed and enjoy your cocoon of protection while listening to some eye opening sounds. ... "
Sound / Volume
7sound, high, loud, ears, used
+71%
-29%
" ... Sound isolation (passive) is adequate, but there's noticeable sound leakage if you're listening at high volume in a quiet area. ... "
" ... Better than M50X if you really wanna listen to Music and not high volume noise. ... Use an amp if you need high volume! ... "
" ... Crystal clear even at highest volume. ... "
" ... The sound quality is extremely good, delivery crisp clear audio even at high volumes. ... "
" ... Doesn't go as loud as a regular earphone set when connected to a phone i.e. ... "
Connectivity / Device Compatibility
6phone, home
+100%
" ... Must remember to keep my phone handy in case wife wishes to 'connect' with me! ... "
" ... Works well with mobile phones and laptops as it has lower impedance. ... "
" ... For laptops and PCs other than M50x's there's nothing that can beat them under ₹10k ... "
" ... I plugged them into an iphone se, note 5 pro and what not? ... "
" ... Doesn't go as loud as a regular earphone set when connected to a phone i.e. ... "
" ... I love my M40x and always wished it was wireless and now more so bcos most of the high end phones have decided to chuck head phone jack . ... "
Connectivity
6phone, home, cable, 5mm, 3
+100%
" ... PROPRIETARY 3.5mm cable connection to the headset as well as 3.5mm to 6.3mm adapter which is included. ... Must remember to keep my phone handy in case wife wishes to 'connect' with me! ... "
" ... Works well with mobile phones and laptops as it has lower impedance. ... "
" ... For laptops and PCs other than M50x's there's nothing that can beat them under ₹10k ... "
" ... I plugged them into an iphone se, note 5 pro and what not? ... "
" ... Doesn't go as loud as a regular earphone set when connected to a phone i.e. ... "
" ... I love my M40x and always wished it was wireless and now more so bcos most of the high end phones have decided to chuck head phone jack . ... "
Product Reliability
5years, using, usage, time, sound
+100%
" ... Have been using this for the past three weeks. ... "
" ... There are a few issues however sound and quality in a weeks time seem quite good. ... "
" ... And guess what happened this time? ... "
" ... yet to test, shall post update after more usage. ... "
Body / Design
5quality, world, sturdy, looks, fragile
+80%
-20%
" ... It feels premium. ... "
" ... Minimalistic design and serves the purpose ... "
Usage / Gaming
4good, gaming, enjoy
+100%
" ... Great for long sessions and even for gaming and general use ... "
" ... I work in video production, and this has been a game changer. ... "
" ... This little device has changed the end game for M40x ... "
" ... These are not the headphones that you take out to your workout sessions, gyms or your daily commutes neither do they perform good in gaming scenarios rather, these are the ones that you put on your ears when you safely tuck yourself in your bed and enjoy your cocoon of protection while listening to some eye opening sounds. ... "
Service
4+75%
-25%
" ... Packaging and delivery was good ! ... "
" ... Packaging and delivery was good ! ... "
Service / Delivery
3+100%
" ... Packaging and delivery was good ! ... "
" ... Packaging and delivery was good ! ... "
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