Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Headphone Review

Today I review the little brother to the most popular headphones on youtube, the Audio Technica ATH-M40x. These are very similar to the M50x, but with a flatter frequency response. The only complaints I have about these would be that they get warm over long periods of time, the cable system has a proprietary mount, and the mid frequencies seem to have a slight cut to them. Other than that they are relatively neutral and a decent option if you’re looking for a set of studio headphones.

Buy the Audio-Technica ATH-M40x

00:00 - Intro
00:34 - Price / Testing Parameters
00:59 - What’s in the Box
01:18 - Build Quality
02:32 - Specifications
02:46 - Overall Sound
03:52 - Pros & Cons
05:04 - Outro

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Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Professional Monitor Headphones

[jeremysanchez]

"No Matter How Fat Your Head is These Should Fit on It"- Podcastage

[DanPrattles]

"So when it comes down to it, would I recommend these things? Shure." Noted

[gg-petb]

Just wanted to say thank you Podcastage, I have used your reviews before buying all my audio gear and because of that have made sound choices and more than happy with what I have. Love your no gimmick style and concise, factual reviews. Wishing you a mighty fine day :)

[abelramirez]

This video helped me decide to buy mine 6 months ago. When referencing my tracks on ear buds and in my car I find that the high end response is pretty similar across the board. But the bass response is when it differs a little. Often when I find a good bass level in my daw, it sounds a little loud in my car and ear buds. I'm not saying this is a draw back! This is why you should always listen to your music on different speakers. I for one love m40xs.

[xrk]

I've had these headphones for over 5 years now, just have to replace the ear muffs. These things are awesome for the price.

[reggiep]

I thought my brain was broken as there was rattling in the audio near the end and I've just spent the last 3 hours having epileptic fits. Damn I thought my brain was well and truly broken hahaha

[adamcomedy]

Just got them now and my space ship is ready to rock the universe. I'd definetly recommend these for anyone who likes good quality sound

[jesussavesnyc]

I purchased mine today at guitar center & this is why I came here. Well explained

[Cheekygorilla]

I'd get these to keep my ears warm

[rossedge]

oh marina joyce! good to hear you 'got help' and you're doing tech reviews nowadays. they're really helpful thanks marina joyce

[owlwoman]

I have been wanting a pair of these and I'm glad to know these will be comfortable on my fat head

[jamesfoo]

Had mine a year, really like the sound. I agree with pretty much everything you said, good review.
One thing that happens after 7-8 months is they start to creak really badly. When listening to something on low volume like a tv show, any slight movement to my head and it creaks. It's a really bad issue, not sure if I was just unlucky.

[evileyevirtue]

I gotta say... I'm a little disappointed you're not a real dog :(

[Lavi-Aemilia-Astori]

I have bought the m40x today, bloody hell this is a whole different world

[freddiesamples]

Good review of these headphones, they look new, mine are not, had them for about three years and like them, however had to super glue on the swivel due to breaking about a year ago and the other side broke today and was looking for another brand to replace the ATH MX40x. I have two other headphones (MDR 7506 & MDR V6) but the ATH MX40x give a different color when mixing so its a good reference. I was about to buy another brand looking at reviews and landed on your review, so I super glued these a second time and it worked. The ATH MX40x's are really nice sounding headphones. One other issue with these is the ear pads do not last and the headband will lose its coating. They are a keeper.

[LovroSabljak]

I first wanted to buy the m40x but I decided to buy the m50x insted because of the better build quality and the slightly cleaner high frequencies :) Good video :) Can you please review m20x and m30x soon? :)

[JohnDoe-bzyl]

I love my ATH-M40x headphones had my pair for about 7 years now and I only just replacd the ear pads about 5 weeks ago along with the headband

[welfarestates]

Pretty good video. Covered all the facts, and no stupid fluff, thanks m8

[richskywalker]

You're really finding your stride now... the channel is going to blow up! <3 Marina

[SPAMPANMAN]

Just bought these price matched at my local guitar center for 79.99 (Sweetwater had the sale) best 80 bucks I've ever spent.