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Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Closed-Back Professional Studio Monitor Headphones - Black

Audio-Technica's ATH-M40x professional headphones deliver the nuanced, balanced sound needed for critical mixing and tracking. Guitar Center is proud to offer these innovative headphones, engineered with 40mm neodymium drivers that provide a wide, flat frequency range ideal for making sound decisions. The closed-back, circumaural design contours comfortably around the ears, blocking outside noise for focused listening, while the rotating earcups allow easy one-ear monitoring. Factor in the detachable cables and collapsible frame and the ATH-M40x is ready to bring studio-quality audio wherever you go.

Hear Every Detail With Neodymium Drivers

The ATH-M40x's 40mm drivers are equipped with rare earth neodymium magnets, renowned for power and precision. Together with copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils, they deliver a balanced, articulate sound across an extended 15Hz to 24kHz range so you can make accurate tonal judgments. Whether tracking vocals, mixing drums or crafting synth lines, the ATH-M40x provides the detail and depth needed to shape professional-level audio.

Block Outside Noise With Circumaural Earcups

The ATH-M40x's circumaural earcups enclose the ears, insulating them from ambient noise. Their plush padding forms an acoustic seal for focused listening in busy environments like recording studios, radio stations and live venues. The earcups also swivel for convenient one-ear monitoring, essential for communicating with performers or collaborators while keeping one ear on the mix.

Built Tough for Demanding Use

From the stainless steel headband sliders to the rugged yet lightweight polymer earcups, the ATH-M40x is crafted to handle the rigors of professional audio work. Its components are stress-tested to withstand the continuous use and transport common in recording studios, broadcast stations and live sound. The included carrying pouch provides extra protection when the headphones are on the go.

Mix and Move With Ease

The ATH-M40x's earcups collapse flat and swivel for compact storage and portability. It also includes two detachable cables: a 3m straight cable and 1.2m coiled cable. Switch between the two based on your needs or replace them if damaged. A 1/4" adapter is also provided for connecting to a wider range of audio equipment. With these thoughtful design touches, the ATH-M40x transitions seamlessly between the studio and wherever your work takes you.

 
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About Studio Headphones:

Headphones, once considered simply an accessory, have become a necessary part of virtually every studio's toolbox. From tracking to mixing—you need at least one great-sounding pair of “cans” to offer a new perspective on the music you make. But choosing a pair can be tricky, depending on the intended application and what your level of physical comfort with different styles is. Let's look at different types, one by one.

In-ear phones, sometimes called "earbuds" or "earphones," are the smallest, lightest and least conspicuous choice. They're definitely the best choice for onstage wireless monitoring, and some of the available fit options make for superb isolation. The seal with your ear can make for exaggerated frequency response, so in-ears wouldn't normally be the first choice for mixing or any sort of reference-quality listening. Some people have issues with comfort for long sessions, and some just don't like sticking something in their ear.

On-ear, or "supra-aural," phones rest (as should be obvious) on your ear. They don't offer quite the isolation of either of the other two types of phones, so they're a great choice when you need to be more aware of what's going on around you. Since they don't form a sealed chamber, they tend to have a more open sound with a frequency response that is very stable, so they're an excellent choice for reference monitoring and headphone mixing. They can, though, leak that sound to the rest of the world. This makes them not the best choice for tracking in a room with open mics. Because they rest on your ears, long sessions can get uncomfortable, which is why supra-aural phones with easily replaceable ear pads in a variety of foam density and covering types have become common.

Over-ear, or "circumaural," phones fit around your ear, creating a sealed chamber. Most really high-end phones tend to be of this type, as over-ear phones can fit larger drivers for better, more even frequency response, with a much tighter and more controlled low-frequency response. Circumaural phones tend to be the most immersive listening experience and make excellent reference monitors. Due to the fact that they're the largest headphones, they'll be a little heavier, but modern materials have decreased that weight and made long sessions with over-ear cans much more comfortable.