ATH-M40fs Precision Studiophones
Audio-Technica’s premium professional studiophones offer a flat, extended frequency response for professional studio monitoring. Superior components provide very high SPL capabilities while maintaining exceptional clarity of sound. Exterior design features include sturdy strain-relief cable and comfortable circumaural earpieces that can be rotated 180º to permit one-ear monitoring. The studiophones utilize 40-millimeter drives with neodymium magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils for lowest mass. They are equipped with an 11-foot cable terminated in a standard ¼-inch connector. This field-serviceable model allows elements, cables, and earpads to be replaced in the field if needed.- Flat, extended frequency response for mixing/monitoring
- Field-replaceable cables, drivers and ear pads
- 1,600 mW of power handling, high SPL capability
- 40 mm diameter drivers, neodymium magnets and CCAW voice coils
- OFC litz wire cables, convenient one-side exit
- Rotating earpieces for easy one-ear monitoring
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
|---|---|
| Type | Closed-back dynamic |
| Driver Diameter | 40 mm |
| Magnet | Neodymium |
| Voice Coil | Copper-clad aluminum wire |
| Frequency Response | 5 - 28,000 Hz |
| Maximum Input Power | 1,600 mW at 1 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB |
| Impedance | 60 ohms |
| Weight | 8.8 oz (250 g) without cable |
| Cable | 11' (3.4 m) (OFC litz wire, left-side exit) |
| Connector | 1/4" (6.3 mm) phone plug |
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ATH-M40fs Precision Studiophones
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4.8
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4.5
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5
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4.3
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5
Ease of UseÂ
4.5
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5
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Audio-Technica's premium professional studiophones offer a flat, extended frequency response for professional studio monitoring. Superior components provide very high SPL capabilities while maintaining exceptional clarity of sound. Exterior design features include sturdy strain-relief cable and comfortable circumaural earpieces that can be rotated 180° to permit one-ear monitoring. The studiophones utilize 40-millimeter drives with neodymium magnets and copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils for lowest mass. They are equipped with an 11-foot cable terminated in a standard ¼-inch connector. This field-serviceable model allows elements, cables, and earpads to be replaced in the field if needed.Overall ratingÂ
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4.5
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4.3
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4.5
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good studio headphones
PostedApril 8, 2012
from Ashland, OR 97520, USA
Environment:Studio
Expertise:Expert
How Long:Up to a year
ReliabilityÂ
5
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5
Audio QualityÂ
5
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5
DurabilityÂ
5
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5
Ease of UseÂ
4
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5
i am a big music freak and since my computer is in my dining room often times i can't listen to my music using my actual speakers. these headphones are great. so far, i have had no problems. the audio sounds great and captures all ranges really well. the cable has a generous amount of length so i can go to the far end of my desk without removing my headphones which is a plus for me. one reminder if you are looking to get these is that they are using a 1/4 inch connector so if you want to use them for your computer or ipod(which is not what they were meant for being studio headphones) then you will need to get an adapter. luckily adapters are cheap and easily findable at radioshack or online. also be sure to check that you have a 1/4 inch port on your computer because that is not common on generic computers and you might need to get a sound card that supports it. for me i use the audigy sound blaster 2zs. my only complaint is that they are uncomfortable for extended periods of time but that might just be me since i often wear them for a few hours on end. in the end these are definitely a good buy if you enjoy listening to high-quality music on your computer or in a studio.
one last reminder is that these are NOT casual listening headphones. they are studio headphones meaning that they aren't notably portable and rugged, they are for people who sit down at a computer. so don't use these in the rain while you are at a sports game or something! if you want something that is a little more suited for traveling around then use the audiotechnica ath m35's because those fold and have a 3.5 mm adapter for ipods as well as good studio funcion too.
Pros Film/Video Production, Studio, Gaming, Office, good quality sound, generously lengthy cable
Cons don't wear them for hours on end.
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Absolutely great for what you pay!
PostedDecember 2, 2011
from Cottage Grove, OR 97424, USA
Environment:Studio
Expertise:Expert
How Long:Over a year
ReliabilityÂ
5
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5
Audio QualityÂ
5
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5
DurabilityÂ
5
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5
Ease of UseÂ
5
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5
I have lots of head phones that I use and these are some of the best. I only paid about $60 brand new and they work great. If you need phones for tracking or light mixing these will work great. I find them a little "bassier" than my studio monitors and have to tweek my mixes if I use them before the monitors, but having said that for $60 you just can't beat them. They are also very strong and hold up well to road travels.
Pros Film/Video Production, Travel, Studio
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Great for studio use!
PostedNovember 11, 2011
from Baltimore, MD, USA
Environment:Musician
Expertise:Intermediate
How Long:Up to a year
ReliabilityÂ
5
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5
Audio QualityÂ
5
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5
DurabilityÂ
4
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5
Ease of UseÂ
5
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5
I use this product at home for listening to music, recording music, and remixing music. The earpieces fold flat, so that I can fit them into my stereo cabinet (where they are out of the way). The cord is very long, and can be easily replaced if necessary. They are only well-suited for listening while sitting; this is not something you would use while jogging or moving a lot. I would recommend these headphones. The only thing I do not like about them is the way the earpieces rotate. It is convenient for storage, but I prefer headphones that are solid and only adjust to the size of your head. I gave them a 4 for durability because I suspect the rotating function of the earpieces makes the headphones more fragile, although nothing has broken on my headphones. I am very pleased with them regardless! I can hear sounds that I didn't hear before with my older headphones, which is a great plus.
Pros Travel, Other, Studio
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Awesome headphones
PostedOctober 27, 2011
from Vancouver, BC, Canada
Environment:Casual listening
Expertise:Expert
How Long:Over a year
ReliabilityÂ
5
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5
Audio QualityÂ
5
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5
DurabilityÂ
3
/
5
Ease of UseÂ
5
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5
These headphones are a great value, very comfortable, have quite good sound and are very well made.
I highly recommend them to anyone looking for headphones in this price range.
There's only one complaint I have is that the ear covers although are replaceable, they need to be replaced every year or two regardless of use but they are cheap enough 7 dollars a pair I think.
Pros Film/Video Production, DJ, Studio, Gaming, Office
Cons ear covers don't last
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Cost vs sound quality is very good
PostedOctober 25, 2011
from Webster, TX, USA
Environment:Casual listening
Expertise:Expert
How Long:Over a year
ReliabilityÂ
5
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5
Audio QualityÂ
4
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5
DurabilityÂ
5
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5
Ease of UseÂ
5
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5
The sound produced by the ATH-M40fs are good at the low end without booming, midrange is clear with a touch of forwardness and the highs are crisp.
It has a long straight cord with a gold plated rca plug, but is a little on the thin side for my taste. Ear pads and head band are comfortable.
I've been using them now for 18 months and no problems. The only reason I gave audio quality good instead of excellent is my other headphones are electrostatics that tend to spoil you with their sound.
It has a long straight cord with a gold plated rca plug, but is a little on the thin side for my taste. Ear pads and head band are comfortable.
I've been using them now for 18 months and no problems. The only reason I gave audio quality good instead of excellent is my other headphones are electrostatics that tend to spoil you with their sound.
Pros Casual Listening, good flat responce
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Great studio and all around headphones
PostedOctober 20, 2011
from billings
Environment:Studio
Expertise:Intermediate
How Long:Over a year
ReliabilityÂ
5
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5
Audio QualityÂ
5
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5
DurabilityÂ
4
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5
Ease of UseÂ
5
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5
i use 2 of the ATH-m40fs in my home studio. Very reliable gear with a great natural sound that works well with any style of music---sometimes you can get a headphone that really doesn't support a style of music like rock or rap...something with deeper bass or gain than the headphone can support. but this headphone is solid. it isolates and provides a great support system for my home recordings. one thing, the cord seems thin....so i have to remember to be a bit careful when storing/moving and not bending the cord to break any connections. this headphone is well worth the money....and it will not break the bank---another reason i love it. you can afford some great gear and won't have to worry about going broke with this unit!
Pros Casual Listening, Film/Video Production, DJ, Studio, Office
Cons thin cord
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Great product.
PostedOctober 20, 2011
from New York, NY, USA
Environment:Studio
Expertise:Expert
How Long:Over a year
ReliabilityÂ
5
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5
Audio QualityÂ
4
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5
DurabilityÂ
5
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5
Ease of UseÂ
4
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5
I got these headphones to monitor in my home project studio and on location. They sound fantastic, there isn't really any competition in this price range. Well balanced sound, good isolation. They are very comfortable, the rotating earpieces are ok but it would be nice if they could fold. I guess this is a compromise to offer a lower price. I find ATH-M50 better but the price is 2-3 times higher.
Overall great, inexpensive headphones that sound very well.
Pros Casual Listening, Film/Video Production, DJ, Studio, Gaming
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Nothing Special
PostedOctober 20, 2011
from Illinois
Environment:Studio
Expertise:Intermediate
How Long:Over a year
ReliabilityÂ
3
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5
Audio QualityÂ
3
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5
DurabilityÂ
3
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5
Ease of UseÂ
3
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5
I bought these 'phones to use when I needed to listen to a temporary mix while recording. While the frequency response curve is somewhat flat, there is a characteristic to the sound that I don't like.
The sound is boxy, with a touch of plastic. In other words, I don't hear the openness I do when the same tune is played through my Focal monitors, my Altec-Lansing loud speakers or even my car. There is a characteristic to the mid-frequencies that resonate with too much presence.
They'll do for evaluating intermediate mixes while recording, though.
Pros comfortable
Cons boxy sound in mid-frequencies
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There is no picture of the cord. I was wondering if it was a straight wire, or the curly cue kind? (ATH-M40fs headphones)
Age:Â 45-54
User Type:Â Studio
Experience:Â Amateur
9 months ago
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The ones I bought do have a straight cord. basically they make 2 models, straight and curely. If you read into it the description tells you they just don't scream it.5 months, 1 week ago
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The cord is straight and 11' long.6 months ago
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the cord is very long and straight - 8 ft good for certain applications but not so great for others.6 months ago
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the cord is a straight cord with a 1/4 male plug at the end.i have also used a 1/4-1/8" reducer and experienced no sound loss.
Age:Â 25-34
User Type:Â Studio
Experience:Â Amateur
6 months ago
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You can order either the straight cord, or the coiled cord; I'd recommend the coiled cord for convenience.8 months ago
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It is a straight cable.9 months ago
I have 4 sets of these headphones and on all of them the thin black covering over the foam ear muffs and the headbands has disintegrated and flakes off constantly.
Age:Â 55-65
User Type:Â Other
Experience:Â Novice
8 months ago
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I don't now about the head bands but the earmuffs can definately be replaced and for only 11 dollars including shipping!6 months ago
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Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, these can be replaced. Contact our Service / Parts department at (330) 686-2600, option 4 for information about purchasing the parts or sending them in.Age:Â 45-54
Experience:Â Pro
8 months ago
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Stow, OH
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I'd like to connect my ATH-M40fs headphones to a PC. I believe this requires a 1/4" F to 3.5mm M adapter. Does Audio Technica recommend any particular adapter?
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4 months, 2 weeks ago
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they don't recommend any specific type of adapter i believe. they are all for the most part the same and serve the same function equally well. i have an adapter for mine but i don't use it because my sound card has a 1/4" slot for my M40fs headphones. if you are really into music it's probably worth getting a sound card that supports 1/4 inch input. i hope this helps.Age:Â Under 18
User Type:Â Studio
Experience:Â Pro
1 month ago
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Thank you for your inquiry. We really have no recommendation. Make sure your adapter is a 1/4 inch female stereo to 3.5m stereo male adapter.Age:Â 45-54
Experience:Â Pro
4 months, 2 weeks ago
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Stow, OH
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I need instructions for replacing the cord on ATH M40fs headphones. I have the cable. I just do not want to damage the headphones trying blindly to replace the cord.
Age:Â 45-54
User Type:Â Studio
Experience:Â Amateur
8 months ago
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Thank you for your inquiry. This is something you will need to discuss with our service department. You can reach them at (330) 686-2600 option 4.Age:Â 45-54
Experience:Â Pro
8 months ago
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Stow, OH
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these a great phones, I have two pair, but need to replace the cord on one pair...I hear all about how these are a snap to fix with the replacement kit, but not one word about where to get one...there's a little wiring block inside the main headphone, and the wiring, (all colored) can be replaced easily, but the quarter inch male jack is non repairable, and that's where the problem is...anyone out there know where to get a kit that will work on this headphone? Help!!
Age:Â 35-44
User Type:Â Studio
Experience:Â Pro
3 months ago
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Thank you for your inquiry. Please contact our parts department at 330-686-2600 option 4 and they can help with this.Age:Â 45-54
Experience:Â Pro
3 months ago
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Stow, OH
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ATH-M40fs : Precision Studiophones
