Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M40x
Flat-tuned 40mm drivers and a closed-back design deliver accurate 15Hz–24kHz sound with 35Ω impedance, backed by durable, pro-grade construction for reliable isolation. Swiveling earcups, plush pads, and interchangeable coiled/straight cables offer comfort and flexibility during extended studio sessions or DJ sets. Best for budget-conscious studio engineers and DJs who need flat monitoring with rugged build quality for tracking and mixing.
About This Headphones
Flat-tuned 40mm drivers and a closed-back design deliver accurate 15Hz–24kHz sound with 35Ω impedance, backed by durable, pro-grade construction for reliable isolation. Swiveling earcups, plush pads, and interchangeable coiled/straight cables offer comfort and flexibility during extended studio sessions or DJ sets. Best for budget-conscious studio engineers and DJs who need flat monitoring with rugged build quality for tracking and mixing.
- Form factor over-ear
- Driver type dynamic
- Driver size 40 mm
- Impedance ohms 35
- Open closed back closed
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong build (77th percentile) 77th
- Strong sound (71th percentile) 71th
Cons
- Below average user sentiment (12th percentile) 12th
- Below average mic (16th percentile) 16th
- Below average anc (31th percentile) 31th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | professional-grade earpad |
| Headband | professional-grade headband material |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Freq Min | 15 |
| Freq Max | 24000 |
| Impedance | 35 |
| Sensitivity | 98 |
| Codecs | Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Professional Studio Monitor Headphone, Black, with Cutting Edge Engineering, 90 Degree Swiveling Earcups, Pro-Grade Earpads/Headband, Detachable Cables Included |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 3 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M40x | Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Technics EAH-A800 EAH-A800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | PEEK/Polyurethane 3-Layer Diaphragm |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 30 | 42 | 40 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 35 | 48 | 470 | - | 32 | 34 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 30 | 30 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audio-Technica M-Series ATH-M40x | 30.8 | 15.9 | 77.1 | 71.3 | 44.4 | 51 | 11.5 | 37.1 | 87.1 |
| Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 Compare | 97.6 | 91.4 | 92.1 | 95.2 | 72.6 | 79.7 | 0 | 99.7 | 93.5 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Compare | 97.6 | 85.3 | 77.1 | 97.6 | 89.3 | 79.7 | 0 | 98.9 | 79.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.6 | 99.4 | 95.8 | 99.3 | 72.6 | 51 | 87.4 | 97.5 | 98.8 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Compare | 92.4 | 78.8 | 97.2 | 48.2 | 72.6 | 86.8 | 0 | 99.7 | 98.8 |
| Technics EAH-A800 EAH-A800 Compare | 92.4 | 98.4 | 77.1 | 96.9 | 83.9 | 51 | 20 | 93.1 | 98.8 |
Usage Scores
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