Name: Audio Technica ATH-M40x
Brand: Audio-Technica
SKU: 6248658f2128d80de9f7462f
Rating: 4.0 (185 reviews)

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Great sounding headphones, shame about the hinge weakpoint.

Going from closed back to open back you will notice the sound opening up more, more clarity and space. Even wearing the headphones will be little less hot and more breathable. M40x was my first good headphone as well.

Over the past couple days I've ordered the Sennheiser HD 6XX and the Fiio 5K Pro to power it. I'm pretty excited to finally experience something close to a true "Audiophile" experience. My current daily drivers are the Audio Technica ATH M40X with onboard feeding into a 20 year old JVC stereo receiver... How much of a difference can I expect? To me my setup sounds great but I've never experienced anything better. I finally decided to rip the band-aid off and get a taste of something higher end. I've got some lossless flac albums and I'm ready to see how the other half lives.

First Time "Audiophile" Experience - What to Expect?

Ath m40x is a really good pair of headphones especially if this is your first real good one. It was my first as well, it sounds good and it’s durable as well and is very easy to power/drive this.

**TLDR:  Headphones to get for someone that never had any decent cans, under  $150 (more or less)? Just listening to music, no production or gaming.  Just the best audio quality to enjoy all types of genres. Open or closed, doesn't really matter. Thank you very much.**

Hello everyone, this is my first post here. I appreciate your advice in advance.

A   friend had both the Audio Technica M20X and HyperX Cloud II  headphones. I tried both with my phone (flac file - Rock music), and the  M20X was absolutely horrible. It sounded like and old radio. In  contrast, the hyperX headphones felt more alive and definetely clearer.  Wasn't it supposed to be the other way around? Why is this?

I  will be able to purchase my first pair of (proper) headphones soon.  Until now I have only owned Samsung's earbuds included with my phone,  and some crappy chinese bluetooth headphones. I was thinking about  getting these (prices from my country in usd):

$177  - DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm | $125 - ATH-M40X | $96 - AKG K240 | $50 -  Monoprice 8323 | $42 - Monoprice Retro | $35 - Superlux Hd668b / Hd681  Evo | ( $84 - HyperX Cloud Alpha )

Being  my monthly income $234 (above average here) I wanted to spend as little  as possible, so the Beyerdynamics are the most expensive I could  afford, if I wait for another month.

I will not be gaming or  mixing with them, just listening to music / watch movies. I love very  different genres (Jazz, Heavy Metal, Classical, Opera, EDM, HipHop,  Rock, Pop, Country, Bossa Nova, Lofi, Vaporwave...). I want the best  sound quality possible, not really caring about open or closed, since I  will be using them in my room (house sometimes noisy due to family and  dogs, but whatever). Take into account that buying earpads and dacs here  is very expensive, so that is out of the question. I will be using  these headphones with an average Laptop and average Smartphone.

If you could advice me which headphone to buy, or any other recommendations, I would really appreciate it. Thank you very much!

ATH-M20X : Worst cans I've ever tried

I use my Audio Technica ATH-M40X as of recently this year. Comfortable design, great drivers inside. You can really submerse yourself into your mix w/ these over the ear headphones.

Also why did such a person say that after 20-30 minutes they need to take a break, unlike with speakers. Why is that?

<div class="md"><p>Also why did such a person say that after 20-30 minutes they need to take a break, unlike with speakers. Why is that?</p>
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What kind of headphones do audio engineers use when they work? I mean instead of studio monitors, which headphones are the most neutral or suitable for this? Already asked in the proper sub, trying here too

 Others can't hear you, and you can't hear others. Limits sound stage, but this is a per-situation thing to consider. * These are studio headphones, so the clamping force is needed to prevent audio leakage both in and out of the headphones.  Personally, I love them, but your milage with these headphones may vary!  Other notes: * You can make these Bluetooth compatible with [1] and [2] (probably [4] as well) * You can make these a gaming headset with [3] and [2]  [1] [URL REMOVED] [2] [URL REMOVED] [3] [URL REMOVED] [4] [URL REMOVED]

The sound quality on these headphones are amazing! However, here are some things you should know about the M40x's before you buy them:  Pros: * Tuned flat (all ranges the same, not flat as in pitch, of course), so you should be able to hear all sounds really well * Can get loud even powered off of motherboard audio. * Over the ear, studio look  Cons: * Clamping force is strong * Super floppy, sometimes hard to control * Can get a little hot  Things to consider: * Closed back. Others can't hear you, and you can't hear others. Limits sound stage, but this is a per-situation thing to consider

The M40x

Hello, I'm looking for a new pair of headphones as my Razer Kraken has gone to bits (earpiece breaking, I've had to glue it multiple times), the audio sometimes cuts out, and I've read that most gaming headsets do not have good build or audio quality. So I'm looking for some new over-ear, closed back headphones.

**Budget** \- $100 USD maximum.

**Source/Amp** \- My desktop computer.

**How the gear will be used** \- I need good noise isolation as I share a room with my brother, so I don't want my sound leaking out or to hear his sound. I plan on using these for gaming, music, and possibly video editing. I most likely won't be bringing these around anywhere, and I'm gentle with headphones.

**Preferred tonal balance** \- I'm not really sure, so I'll just say I want tonally balanced headphones.

**Preferred music genre(s)** \- I listen to a variety of genres, rock, metal, rap, progressive, grunge, video game OSTs, among others.

**Past** **gear experience** \- I've only used my Razer Kraken, I like how they fit over my ears and that they're adjustable, what I don't like is their build quality seems poor (only lasted about 1.75 years with multiple issues and repairs), and they get slightly uncomfortable after hours of use. I rarely used the mic, so I don't need a mic with a new pair of headphones, I'll just buy a mic separately if I decide I need one.

**What** **aspect of your current listening experience would you like to improve?** \- I would like headphones that have good build quality, good sound quality, are comfortable to wear for hours, and are affordable.

Thanks!

[PA] Looking for over-ear, closed back headphones.

I just got the Audio Technica ATH-M40x last month and have loved them, they are on the cheaper end but sound quality is great. Helps to have an EQ program as well!

Most frequently asked question but I know 0 about audio, as the title says I want the headphones for FPS games mostly COD and Escape From Tarkov I’ve been rocking Astro A10’s since my Xbox days and they’re terrible. I don’t need a mic I stream and use a blue yeti for my 2 fans. I’d like to spend around $150-$200 usd wired or wireless doesn’t matter to me I just need quality audio to hear my surroundings more accurately. Thanks in advance!

<div class="md"><p>Most frequently asked question but I know 0 about audio, as the title says I want the headphones for FPS games mostly COD and Escape From Tarkov I’ve been rocking Astro A10’s since my Xbox days and they’re terrible. I don’t need a mic I stream and use a blue yeti for my 2 fans. I’d like to spend around $150-$200 usd wired or wireless doesn’t matter to me I just need quality audio to hear my surroundings more accurately. Thanks in advance!</p>
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Headphones for FPS gaming no mic needed

I appreciate the multiple, detachable cables. I leave the coiled one on my computer monitor and the straight one on my home theater AVR for when I want to watch quietly. Sound quality is excellent, and Jet's delivery service was fantastic. [This review was collected as part of a promotion

 Sound quality is excellent, and Jet's delivery service was fantastic. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]

Excellent set of headphones

Hello, I need help in buying budget(i come from PL) headphones, i got about 100$ to spend on over-ear headphones. Mostly for listening music.

I was looking for some time, and i think isk hd9999 would be good - it costs 70$(270 pln) - Are they worth it? Do u recommend smth else? should i buy an amp with them? i saw some for about 40$(140pln) - is it even good?. 

I am like a beginner to the headphone world and will appreciate any help.

Headphones budget limited

Hi, for the past 3-4 years, I've been using the Astro A10s. It's done a great job but I'm looking to upgrade. I already have a standalone mic, so just trying to find headphones now. I've been looking around and can't find a definitive answer on the "best" headphones for my use case, which is mostly gaming. FPS, Racing, MOBAs. I have found a couple that seem okay, but am looking for the best pair that I can wear for hours, sound great, and are good for the games I play.

The two I've narrowed down on are Audio-Technica's M50x and Beyerdynamic's DT 770. People either say the M50x is great for gaming or is horrible for gaming. And with the 770s, not sure what the differences in ohms mean. My budget is \~$200AUD

I'm not an audiophile, but I do appreciate good sound. I am also in a shared office if that helps.

Thanks :)

Audio Technica ATH-M40x

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