Hear your music the way it really sounds. The Audio-Technica ATH-M40x is a closed-back studio monitor headphone tuned flat for accurate monitoring – made for recording, mixing and DJ monitoring.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Home-studio producers, recording and mixing engineers, DJs, music students, video editors and podcasters who need accurate, uncoloured sound.
What’s in the box
- ATH-M40x headphones
- Detachable 1.2 m – 3.0 m coiled cable
- Detachable 3.0 m straight cable
- 6.3 mm (1/4″) screw-on adapter
- Protective carrying pouch
Specifications
| Type | Closed-back dynamic, over-ear |
|---|---|
| Driver | 40 mm, neodymium magnet, CCAW voice coil |
| Frequency response | 15 – 24,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB |
| Impedance | 35 ohms |
| Maximum input power | 1,600 mW at 1 kHz |
| Cables | Detachable: 1.2-3.0 m coiled, 3.0 m straight |
| Weight | 240 g (without cable) |
| Folding | Yes |
| Colour | Black |
Good to know
- 35 ohm impedance – easy to drive from a phone, laptop, interface or mixer.
- Want deeper bass detail and three cables? See the ATH-M50X.
- Closed-back design leaks very little sound, so it is good for recording near a microphone.
FAQ
Is the ATH-M40x good for mixing?
Yes. It is tuned flat for accurate monitoring, which is what you want when mixing.
Can I replace the cable?
Yes. The cable is detachable, and two are included.









































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