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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Size: ATH-M40X
Style: ATH-M40X
Features
- Cutting-edge engineering and robust construction
- 40 mm drivers with rare earth magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils
- Tuned flat for incredibly accurate sound monitoring across the entire frequency range
- Circumaural design contours around the ears for excellent sound isolation in loud environments
- 90 swiveling earcups for easy, one-ear monitoring
- Professional-grade earpad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort
- Collapsible for space-saving portability
- Detachable cable (includes 1.2 m - 3.0 m coiled cable and 3.0 m straight cable)
- For professional studio tracking and mixing, as well as DJ monitoring
Description
The M-Series ATH-M40x professional monitor headphones are tuned flat for incredibly accurate audio monitoring across an extended frequency range. Your studio experience is enhanced with superior sound isolation and swiveling ear cups for convenient one-ear monitoring. Engineered with pro-grade materials and robust construction, the M40x excels in professional studio tracking and mixing, as well as DJ monitoring. Collapsible for space-saving portability. Detachable cable (includes 1.2 m - 3.0 m coiled cable and 3.0 m straight cable).
Brand: Audio-Technica
Color: Black
Ear Placement: Over Ear
Form Factor: Over Ear
Impedance: 35 ohm
Brand Name: Audio-Technica
Model Number: ATH-M40x
Model Name: ATH-M40x
Built-In Media: Audio-Technica Ath-M40X Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, Cable, Coiled Cable, Protective Case, Screw-On Adapter
Age Range Description: Adult
Warranty Description: 2 year warranty on parts and labor
Customer Package Type: Standard Packaging
Number of Items: 1
Global Trade Identification Number: 24, 58
Manufacturer: Audio-Technica
External Testing Certification: Não aplicavel
Item Type Name: Headphones
Headphone Jack: 3.5 mm Jack
Connectivity Technology: Wired
Wireless Technology: no
Color: Black
Style Name: ATH-M40X
Theme: Audio
Impedance: 35 ohm
Noise Control: Sound Isolation
Frequency Response: 15 hertz
Sensitivity: 98 db
Audio Driver Type: Dynamic Driver
Audio Driver Size: 40 millimeters
Frequency Range: 15 - 24000 Hz
Enclosure Material: Aluminum
Specific Uses For Product: Professional
Antenna Location: Studio
Compatible Devices: Studio Equipment, DJ Equipment
Cable Features: Detachable
Water Resistance Level: Not Water Resistant
EU Spare Part Availability Duration: 7 years
Additional Features: Foldable
Headphones Ear Placement: Over Ear
Headphone Folding Features: Over Ear
Earpiece Shape: circumaural
Control Type: Volume Control
Control Method: Remote
Item Weight: 0.24 kg
Carrying Case Weight: 4 ounces
Unit Count: 1 Count
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I was looking to upgrade my OneOdio headphones on a budget and in my research I happened to stumble upon the Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, which pleasantly surprised me for the under $100 price point (I had purchased it Used -- Mint Condition, although it not much more expensive for New). These headphones fit snug and comfortably on my head and ears, although granted I have smaller ears and I can see them being uncomfortable on bigger ones. They also come with two types of chords: standard and coiled (and I assume the coiled is for instruments or other recording/producing equipment with accommodating audio jacks), the length of both of which is ample, allowing you to step off a good distance from your setup even with them on if need be. They're also lot smaller and more lightweight than I had anticipated, but is fits perfectly in my personal setup. Lastly, these headphones comes in a sleek black aesthetic and are mostly plastic with metal in the extending mechanic. The pouch that it comes with is also black and leathery. The sound definition across the entire range is considerably more pronounced than my previous headphones, and I truly feel like it makes it easier to mix in my music production. Before purchasing these, I also saw other patrons praise these headphones for its noise-canceling abilities, and while they do not come with a standalone noise cancel feature, they fit in a way that greatly dampens external noise. The only complaint I really have about these headphones are that while the chord plugs into the left headphone, it folds in the opposite manner and I have to take them off and put them back on to rest on my neck. One final side note is that the way the chords plug into the headphones initially bewildered me because they don't plug straight in and I didn't really think the manual did a good job explaining that. But essentially the bigger prong connects to your computer/equipment and the smaller prong you have to insert and twist to prompt a clicking noise that means a successful connection. Overall if you're tight on money yet want to invest in your music career, I would gladfully recommend these headphones by Audio-Technica. The price, fit, chord length, and sound quality all work in tandem to make these headphones a solid budget option.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2026 by Day
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 far NOTE: 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!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2015 by Efrain M.
I've owned these about nine months now. I'm a huge audio nerd, and I love these headphones! Quick points: - frequency response is incredible. - you won't need a DAC -- they're very sensitive (efficient). - sub-bass is present, if a little quiet, but - they can take MASSIVE amounts of sub-bass if EQ'd - great for people who are sensitive to treble - they're really comfortable -- I can wear them for hours, with glasses - their floppiness takes some getting used to - they isolate sound pretty well - you'll want to buy a different cable (there's an awesome 1.2m braided one on Amazon for $12) They sound /so/ flat. ("flat" here refers to a graph of their frequency response, where a "flatter" graph gives a sound that's de-emphasized across the frequency spectrum -- it doesn't make some notes too loud and others too soft, just reproduces them exactly as they were recorded.) They respond to EQ really well, but I don't feel the need to use EQ on any part of the range besides sub-bass (and only for trap, future bass, etc.). Of course, their response isn't the most even and flat (according to professional measurements I've found), but it's really, really great. What is emphasized makes detail (2kHz to 6kHz) just a little more present, without being harsh. To my ears, a lot of headphones in this price range and higher sound too harsh because they emphasize treble too much. I had that concern with these at first, but for my ears, they're right on the edge without going overboard -- just about perfect. You can practically use them as speakers with a mobile device -- they're that sensitive. You definitely don't /need/ to use a DAC with these. I love sub-bass. I listen to a lot of trap, future bass, and misc. edm where the subbass really needs to speak. These headphones start to roll off around 70Hz, but not so drastically to where these styles aren't enjoyable without an EQ. I could go without EQ on these headphones, but I don't. What's great about these is that you can throw all the sub-bass boost you want at them and they still perform superbly. I use as much as +25dB at 31Hz (on a 29-band EQ) and they handle it excellently. In that regard, I give in before they do. I recommend AIMP if you're on Android so you can dial in the bass just how you want it, if you're into that sort of thing. With other types of music and with podcasts, audiobooks, etc, I don't even think to use EQ with these headphones. Acoustic instruments never sounded so good before, or so true-to-life. And with podcasts, you can really hear the differences in the different microphones people use; it's incredible. They're really comfortable for me. I have a large head and I wear glasses half the time, and even while wearing glasses, I can wear these headphones for hours at a time with minimal fatigue. The earpads and headband are nice and soft, and the earpads reach all the way around large ears. My partner has a small head and seems to find them comfortable, though they can slide around a bit on their head. When I'm moving around a lot, I find I need to really tighten them up to get them to grip when I tilt my head down. This became a non-issue for me as I got accustomed to them. Due to the flexible nature of the design, they are especially floppy. You really can't pick them up quite like normal headphones, and putting them on is necessarily a two-handed affair. The first time I picked these up at a demo, they seemed to abandon my hands. You can't pick them up by one earcup and slip them on one-handed. I find I have to grab both cups or both ends of the headband and then put them on. But that's intentional. Sometimes you want to just pick up one ear and listen for just a second, like when you're trying to dial in something in a recording. For that purpose, the rest of the headphones fall to the side out of the way, and it's very convenient. I was actually frustrated by this at first, but after using them for some time in several different scenarios, I'm glad for the flexibility. Other design notes: they seem durable and they've never appeared to even start breaking. I am gentle with my equipment, and I kept from forcing the hinges when the headphones would flop out of my hands for the first week I used them. I absolutely love that they fold up. This is eminently convenient for putting them in bags and taking them places. The sound isolation is pretty good. Even on airplanes I've found that I don't have to turn the volume up too much. They easily block out conversations and even that one guy who doesn't know he talks too loudly. Adding bass seems to help this. The cable situation is pretty bad. It's kind of weird to include two giant studio-length cables with headphones that will also be bought by average consumers. That being said, I bought a compatible braided cable on Amazon for $12, and it's awesome. It locks into the headphones, it's just the right length for everyday use, and it seems really durable. You'll probably want to buy one if you ever move your headphones from your desk. I really love these headphones, and I highly recommend them for all purposes.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2019 by Homegrown Handyman
Second (or third) pair the same headphone, broke the same way. First time was my fault the hinge snapped when I sat on it. Second time just through normal use I had the hinge snap. The hinge in these uses a little plastic part that connect the cup to the band so replacing it was annoying and even then doesn’t work well. On the good side of things the sound of these is very good, closed back so when the volume is up you get immersed, flat response for music, and no complaints there. They fold up when packaged (using said broken hinge) and detachable cable. It comes with a long one and a coiled cable with a leather bag. Overall recommend them just be gentle with them.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2026 by Ethan
I have a pair of open back sennheiser 58x jubilee and now these. Bought them for my roommate since he wants to get into making music. The folding and unfolding takes some getting used to but these are great closed back headphones. Very crisp and clear and neutral. Comes with 2 different replaceable cables, they plug in and twist to lock, and the included carry bag fits everything it comes with. Probably the most affordable way to get quality audiophile headphones good enough to mix music with. Pair these with some studio monitor speakers and you've got a nice starter kit for music on a whole new level.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2026 by Steven K
Honestly, I'm a little pissed off. Not because these are bad, but because the 40x doesn't get enough credit for being one of the top best studio headphones to date. The majority of the people choose its bigger sister, the M50x, which don't get me wrong, the M50x is also a great studio headphone, heck, just the M series are great sets of studio headphones, but reason saying these dominate the rest really is that these cans will be the closest to neutral quality when monitoring your music. The thing with the M50x is that they added an extra cable and "more color" to their sound by dosing up the treble and bass a little bit. And I'm not just saying this one dominates the rest of its sisters because of its best neutrality, it dominates ALL STUDIO HEADPHONES. Don't believe me? No thanks to SoundSensePro, their YouTube videos can prove it to you. Now of course there might be a few exceptions with some other top-end audiophile headphones that are great for monitoring, but most of them are expensive and they require amps to get the same studio quality, where you could just get these, no amps required for good neutrality, all around $100. These have a nice build quality, nice comfort to the ears, although it could be better in my opinion because it takes some adjustment ever once a while and feels a little tight, otherwise I can listen to these for hours, and surprisingly these have great noise isolation, but I mostly will be talking about the main purpose of why these cans are great, which is the sound you get from them. I have been to several sound boards and monitor music with a variety of different studio headphones (Sony MDR7506, Sennheiser HD 280 Sennheiser HD 650, etc.), and ever since I picked up these headphones I know this is going to be my main source from here on out. Here's the thing with studio headphones: the goal is to make them as neutral as possible (not flat. There is a difference between flat and neutral sound) so you know that you're picking up the same exact audio from its main source. Now because bass is very common nowadays, most studio companies think that in order to get a flatter sound, the more bass you need to take away from it so it doesn't "eat-up" the mids and the highs. This doesn't mean you can't hear the lows, it's still rather noticeable, but the issue is you're not getting an idea of how much bass is being applied to the audio, and you need that. These headphones not only monitor bass (and it's just the right amount of bass to monitor as well. You don't want too much bass or too little), but you get to monitor with a great soundstage performance on the M40x. Now another good headphone I encountered in a recording studio is the old Audio Technica ATH-M40 f/s, which took an hour for me to compare the difference between those and the M40x because they were that close. The only difference I could pick out of them is the M40x is more enhanced with its soundstage and stronger noise isolation, still making these a whole lot better. These are worth every buck if you are looking for best neutral sound. Only thing I would say to be aware of is its portability and durability. It only comes with a handbag if you want to bring it around, the headphones are bigger than they appear, and even though it has great build quality, most of it is made of plastic, so if you are a DJ and want to bring them wherever you go, just don't be surprised if they break. These are more for staying at your home or sitting in a recording studio for listening than going place-to-place constantly. Will keep you guys updated when I start experiencing trouble-issues.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2016 by Job Saunders
See a comparison of these ATH-M40x vs Sony MDR7506 vs Sennheiser HD598. I've owned a pair of Sony MDRCD850 headphones for over a decade. Still perfect. I've owned numerous earbuds from Apple, Klipsch, Sony, AKG, etc. Lot's of variability, but all serviceable. Also, I have really high end theater system. I like to think of myself as a serious audiophile with enough experience to be able to share some of it. I used these headphones connected to my Pioneer Elite receiver, my iPhone6, and my TV via a headphone amp!! These are exceptional headphones . . . at any price. Source material is delivered with almost perfect fidelity to the original sound. Attached to the Pioneer, listening to a broad variety of music from a high resolution source (The Best of Sessions at West 54th, Vol. 1), etc., every type of music was delivered in a way that left a smile on my face. No part of the frequency spectrum stood out, no part was missing. Female voices were accurate and natural and male voices had no annoying bass resonances. These aren't bass heavy, bright, forward, or anything else some listeners chase after. They deliver only what's there. Period. On lessor sources, you can hear the difference. If you compare what's on bandwidth restricted titles on your iPhone with the same music on the original CD you may be aware of the drop off in the upper frequencies . . . a subtle loss of detail. It is what it is. Bass is a bit sloppier connected to the iPhone, where it is tight, fast, and deep on the receiver. This isn't about the headphones, but a result of less available power from the iPhone. That said, the iPhone was EASILY able to drive the headphones far louder than you should be listening. These are efficient headphones. Comparing the ATH-M40x to the older but high quality Sony MDR850s wasn't fair. The ATHs-M40x had a deeper bass and more detail, yielding a more realistic sound stage. The Sony seemed hollow in comparison. Similar comparisons to earbuds were equally fruitless. Earbuds rarely have a normal bass, with too much dependence on "fit" into the ear, leaving the listener with unbalanced treble and thumpy, if any, bass. If you demand over-saturated bass, these won't make you happy. But, you weren't looking for these anyway. Comfort is good. I leave my phones stretched on the arm of a sofa when not using them to reduce tension in the band. I apparently have a fat head. Fully enclosed ears can get a bit warm. But the earcups are very comfortable and soft. Weight is medium for this style headphone. Build quality looks very good. There are definitely prettier headphones out there, but these are a very very good value.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2015 by - Tech been good to me -
9 years in, I bought these in 2017; it's 2026, i use them every single day and they still sound great! It's not been perfect, but I'm struggling to find a suitable replacement when they refuse to die. What you can expect: I've had to replace the ear pads 3 or 4 times; the top head pad vinyl peeled (I just put a cover on it). I had to replace the cable this year; the original lasted 9 years... Biggest CON: Both earcup swivels broke like 5 years in, so I fixed them with zip ties. Not sure if the design has been updated or not since then, but I would be remiss to not mention it; if you aren't handy, that would have been the end of them.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2026 by Johnberty Vargas