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Brand | Audio-Technica |
Model Name | ATH-E40 |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | In Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
About this item
- Proprietary dual phase push-pull drivers excel in monitoring applications by providing exceptional accuracy and clarity
- Flexible memory cable loops over ears for a custom fit and long-wearing comfort
- Specially designed housing provides maximum isolation, allowing you to focus on the music
- Detachable Cable offers exceptional durability and optimized audio performance
- Includes a carrying case, silicone ear tips and 6.3mm (1/4") plug-on adapter
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Sound quality | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 3.9 | — |
Noise cancellation | — | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.1 |
Comfort | 3.7 | — | 4.2 | 4.3 | 3.9 | — |
Battery life | — | 4.3 | — | — | 5.0 | 4.5 |
Sold By | GearNuts | S-Waves Electronics | SHENZHENAUDIO | Linsoul Audio | LEAUDIO | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | USB |
headphones form factor | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear | In Ear |
connector type | 1/4-Inch Stereo | 2.5mm Jack | screw | 3 5mm Jack | component | wireless |
noise control | sound isolation | — | — | sound isolation | — | active noise cancellation |
headphones jack | wired | 3.5 mm Jack, 2.5 mm Jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack | — | — |
cable feature | Detachable | Tangle Free | Retractable | Detachable | Retractable | Without Cable |
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Product information
Item Weight | 3.17 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 3.43 x 3.9 x 5.39 inches |
ASIN | B01AXSYFN6 |
Item model number | AUD ATHE40 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #127,888 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #6,238 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 22, 2016 |
Color Name | Black |
Connector Type | 1/4-Inch Stereo |
Material Type | Plastic |
Size | Aud Athe40 |
Item Weight | 0.09 Kilograms |
Units | 1.00 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
The ath-e40 delivers powerful bass along with balanced mid and high frequencies to convey the full emotion of the music from the stage to the street. The proprietary dual phase push-pull driver design provides improved fidelity and efficiency. Bringing the worldwide critically acclaimed sonic signature of the M-Series to an in-ear design, the Audio-Technical E-Series headphones have been designed to fully answer the needs of demanding sound professionals and musicians from the studio to the stage to the DJ booth.
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Features
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Accurate, extended responseAcross the entire frequency range provided by three balanced armature drivers. |
Custom, comfortable fitFlexible memory cable loops over ears for a custom fit and long-wearing comfort. |
Perfect choice for stage & studioIts accuracy and detail allow precise balancing of the mix for monitoring on stage or mixing in the studio. |
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Offers excellent sound isolationSpecially designed housings provide maximum isolation, allowing you to focus on the music. |
Optimized audio performanceDetachable 1.6 m (5.2') cable, with newly developed A2DC connectors at the headphones, offers exceptional durability and optimized audio performance. |
Included accessoriesCarrying case, 6.3 mm (1/4") adapter; silicone eartips (XS/S/M/L) and Comply foam eartips (M). |
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Customer Reviews |
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Application | Monitoring, mixing | Monitoring, mixing | Monitoring, mixing |
Sound | Powerful bass along with balanced mid and high frequencies | Accurate full-range response | Extended frequency response and accurate sound stage |
Driver Type | Dual phase push-pull | Balanced armature | Triple balanced armature |
Sensitivity | 107 dB | 107 dB | 109 dB |
Impedance (Ohms) | 12W | 44W | 39 ohms |
Weight (HP w/o Cable) | 0.3 oz | 0.3 oz | 0.3 oz. |
Frequency Response | 20 – 20,000 Hz | 20 – 18,000 Hz | 20 – 19,000 Hz |
Accessories Included | Carrying case, 6.3mm adapter, Silicone eartips (XS/S/M/L), 1.6m cable with A2DC connectors | Carrying case, 6.3mm adapter, Silicone eartips (XS/S/M/L), 1.6m cable with A2DC connectors | Carrying case, 6.3mm adapter, Silicone eartips (XS/S/M/L), Comply foam eartips (M), Premium 1.6m cable with A2DC connectors |
Connector | 3.5mm gold-plated stereo mini-plug, L-shaped | 3.5mm gold-plated stereo mini-plug, L-shaped | 3.5mm gold-plated stereo mini-plug, L-shaped |
Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Customers like the sound quality, value, and clarity of the sound and recording equipment. They mention that it can sustain very high volume without distortion, has decent sound, and is a great value for the money. Some are also satisfied with appearance. However, some customers differ on comfort, sharpness, and size.
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Customers like the sound quality of the sound and recording equipment. They mention that the sound is excellent, it's great for listening to music, and it can sustain very high volume without distortion. They also say that the product can handle some surprisingly low frequencies.
"...So stop it. I digress. The bass is not lacking by any means, however. It is still very much so there. And I love it...." Read more
"...the bass frequencies, while nice and tight, and can handle some surprisingly low frequencies, tended to need a little bit of a boost when listening..." Read more
"...prefer E40 as long as you can ignore the harsh, because it sounds more natural overall, while IE100 is pretty artificial regardless of what specs..." Read more
"...The bass is very precise and never exaggerated, if you need more bass you can turn it up via EQ, but you will never get that fake shaky, reverby..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the sound and recording equipment. They say it has decent, flat, natural sound, with vibrant, all-around great quality. Some customers also mention that the fit is terrible. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's quality and durability.
"...The sound stage on these things is hella impressive, like... hella impressive, they compete with my AKG's easily, a vastly superior headphone in..." Read more
"...Build Quality (4.5/5): I love the build quality. High quality plastic around everything and the chord itself is very thick and will not break easily..." Read more
"...These works perfect. Putting them on is a bit easy, so it’s not too difficult! The sound quality is obviously different from the ATH m50x...." Read more
"As other reviewers mentioned, the sound is very, very good...." Read more
Customers like the value of the headphones. They say that it's a great value for money, with excellent value for clarity, separation, and soundstage presentation. Some say that the quality is outstanding for the price.
"...these a 5 star rating because for when they did work they were great value for money and Amazon gave me a complete refund on returning them...." Read more
"...I knew the Shure's were exceptional for the price, but I did not want to go on the bandwagon either. Enter the ATH-E40's...." Read more
"...few shortcomings, I would certainly recommend these as the best bang for the buck in IEMs in the $100 range, over anything else out there...." Read more
"...Summary:Very excellent value for clarity, separation, and soundstage presentation...." Read more
Customers like the clarity of the sound and recording equipment. They mention that the highs are really clean and clear, with excellent response and clarity. They also appreciate the spaciousness and the fact that not much detail is lost, compared to some IEMs.
"...Not much detail is lost, unlike some IEMs. Fit wise, they aren't as terrible as some people make them out to be, perhaps that's just me...." Read more
"...The highs are not to sharp but are as clear as crystal. The mid's are very present and bring a whole new element to the sound table...." Read more
"...I loved the EP3's because they were tight, crisp, and clear, but I never felt locked away from the real world with them in...." Read more
"...The clarity and spaciousness is better than Sennheiser IE100 which is more intense and causes me headache...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the sound and recording equipment. They mention it's good looking, nice, and bulky. Some mention that the horns shine gloriously and punch you just the right amount.
"...In jazz however, the horns shine gloriously and punch you just the right amount, not so much that it hurts, but definitely enough to let you know..." Read more
"...They rival Shure 215's and are good looking to boot in a way that the Shure's are not. I recommend them fully. You will not be disappointed." Read more
"...But they sound amazing! cord is long. style is good. I think once I try different size pads they will fit perfect. Would buy again." Read more
"...Hurts my ears & wouldn’t fit correctly. I liked the look & the sound, I just wished they were a little sleeker, and that they’d fit right in my ears...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the comfort of the in-ear monitors. Some mention that the sound quality is average, but the fit is snug on their ears. Others say that the fit wasn't that snug, and they kept getting loose. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it takes some practice to fit the monitor over the ear.
"...But I have to remind you, it's very uncomfortable to wear and sticks out in your ears." Read more
"...They also fit better, are much shorter and apply less pressure in the ears, they also seem to stay in much better...." Read more
"...The driver exacerbates this because it is so large...." Read more
"...The lows are punctuated, tight, and not overbearing. Many people complained here that the bass was weak. Here is my response: No it is not...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the sharpness of the sound and recording equipment. Some mention that the bass response is perfect, the highs are crisp, and not tinny sounding, while others say that they are a little harsh and lacking in the low end.
"...The highs are not to sharp but are as clear as crystal. The mid's are very present and bring a whole new element to the sound table...." Read more
"...The bass response is perfect. Highs are crisp and not tinny sounding...." Read more
"...DJ that wants to do some mixing on the go, you might find them lacking in the low end, though in a live setting, being near a subwoofer would..." Read more
"...Bass is powerful with spacial mids and crisp highs. You can blow your ears and still won’t hear any distortion...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the headphone. Some mention that they are punctuated, tight, and not overbearing, while others say that they're too bulky and difficult to wear and store.
"...Highs: Sitting perfectly doing their job, not fatiguing but not absent...." Read more
"...Felt a little bulky as well. Returned it for another $25 that I'm much happier with." Read more
"...The lows are punctuated, tight, and not overbearing. Many people complained here that the bass was weak. Here is my response: No it is not...." Read more
"...ear wires are a joke and make the whole assembly very difficult to wear and to store, besides the cable to your mobile device is way to long and I..." Read more
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I have been listening to them for about 2 hours so far, and really like them. One of the best parts is the low impedance of the E40s which means my phone can power the crap out of them (the SE215s have a higher impedance) As for sound quality, at this early stage, compared to my tediously software flattened AKG K702s, the E40s have an impressive response time, meaning that the kick drums and snare hits really explode in rock or pop music. I listened to some Muse, and they rocked it impressively, with vocals getting a tad sharp at times.. although, this is early days so there is always some burn in which could smooth stuff out. I also only experienced this with Muse and a few others, but definitely not all vocal tracks, so I suppose one could put it down to the original mixing.
In jazz however, the horns shine gloriously and punch you just the right amount, not so much that it hurts, but definitely enough to let you know they are there. There is also a lot of speed and detail in the bass response for double basses and the lower instruments. The instrument separation is also top notch. Pianos have the details of each key, which is rather nice, and don't tend to get muddy.
In classical music, the part where they really shine is sound stage, there are times when I would prefer my AKGs frequency response over them, for lack of consistency across the range, however, it is definitely a compromise worth making, and hardly one of note. The sound stage on these things is hella impressive, like... hella impressive, they compete with my AKG's easily, a vastly superior headphone in almost all areas.
For vocal music, there is an interesting turn which seems to occur on particularly highly placed male or female vocal lines, which isn't necessarily something bad, however compared to a completely flat response, I noticed a small dip around 1500-2000hz. Vocals do sit really nicely on the sound stage and don't pound into your head at all.
Bass: Detailed, great response time, quick and aided by the sound stage providing good definition. Its quite an impressive headphone on descending bass lines in pop music, however tapers off a little towards 50hz and beyond. I think this can be cured by getting a premium fit, however, I don't really have a need to hear these frequencies due to my music tastes.
Mids: A tad recessed, but still quick to the party and aren't over shadowed by anything, I wouldn't say the mids are lacking, they are just sitting comfortably doing their job. Great on the decent into the lower range, not apparent when it's not happening, but when it happens, its quite pleasant.
High mids: A bit uneven, but in a very good way for the majority of music.
Highs: Sitting perfectly doing their job, not fatiguing but not absent.
Oh and by the way, the E40s sound great at lower volumes, if you are one of those people who likes to listen a bit softer. Not much detail is lost, unlike some IEMs. Fit wise, they aren't as terrible as some people make them out to be, perhaps that's just me. I found the stock tips suited me well, you just need to put them in right and they should be okay, if not, I hear some people have had good results with Sprial dot tips. I haven't felt a need to get them yet. The isolation is rather good, if they do fit you. Of course not quite as good as comply tips, but not much worse, and I don't feel like it affects much to do with the sound any way.
In conclusion, these are better than my Shure SE215s, as for build.. I think you will struggle to find something apart from a Nokia Brick that is as indestructible as the SE215s, so the E40s don't win on that front. But, the feel like they would last a long time, and the cord should at least do a year under good treatment. It is removable after all. These are lively, that's for sure, but it's more to do with how quick they respond to the electrical signals rather than the frequency response. They don't sound wildly different to my flattened AKG's so that's a good sign if you are in the market for some IEMs on the flattish side. If you want something that will take an utter beating, go for the Shure SE215s. Get the E40's if you want something that sounds really good when you are out and about, at Uni, School or Work. I can't comment on how they perform in live music situations as I haven't been able to try them out yet, but I really think they would be great. The E40's are easily powered, and have the longevity of a headphone which you can have for several years.
Well done Audio Technica.
Edit: Okay guys, so I have had them around the place for the last little while and I feel like I have some more comments to make.
Firstly, one thing I have noticed is that the vocal sharpness has somewhat fallen back into the mix a bit, which is fantastic for me. It makes everything much more pleasant.
Another thing that hasn't changed and still impresses me, is the speed of the drivers, these things are faaast. They make my AKG K702s sound sluggish. The main thing you would notice this is in the attack of the instruments, drops (for dubsteb fans), articulation in jazz and instrumental music. Kick and snares sound pretty impressive and fast.
Some more comments I have, when walking, these pick up wind noise if you don't get a good seal, which is kind of annoying, but it can be put down to the non negative profile of the IEMs rather than a sound flaw.
I also ended up capitulating and ordering some JVC Spiral Dots, since everyone loves them, and I have to see if they can improve the sometimes annoying fit of these IEMs. Mainly when moving is this a problem, however if you are sitting at a desk you should be able to get by with the stock tips.
EDIT: So I got my spiral dot tips, I can say they do indeed improve the sound, however many people say they improve the bass. I don't think that's true, I do think that because of the wider bore of the headphones they perhaps allow more air movement so you perceive more bass, or are more aware of it, however it doesn't drastically increase the level of bass. The high mids open up a lot and the boxy feeling of the stock tips is really apparent when swapping between them. They also fit better, are much shorter and apply less pressure in the ears, they also seem to stay in much better.
EDIT: So I ended up having a problem after a few weeks, one of the earbuds stopped working. But stop! Don't be frightened and worried, I'm still giving these a 5 star rating because for when they did work they were great value for money and Amazon gave me a complete refund on returning them. I suspect that I just got a bad pair. I was treating them very well, but using them every day, still they shouldn't have broken. But since I don't see anyone else saying their pairs have also stopped working, I assume I just received a faulty pair and was a bit unlucky.
So, unless you are reading this and have read other people also reporting the same thing, go for it, you wont regret it. All products will have some duds!
Build Quality (4.5/5): I love the build quality. High quality plastic around everything and the chord itself is very thick and will not break easily...unless you do something stupid. Is is at strong as Shure's line? No, not at all. But these will do just fine for someone who takes care of their stuff; no worries here.
Design (4/5): I love the look of these. People reviewed saying they were big and bulky. Yes, they kind of are but they also make you look good when you wear them. The see through sides are a wonderful touch. The memory wire works better than Shure's, that is for sure (sorry I have been waiting to use this). The case is very good for protecting the product and keeps it looking professional. Where I give a knock is the earbuds. They are standard. That is it. And I have yet to find a pair that fit me superbly.
Comfort (4/5): I was going to give a 3 out of 5 until I found that it was me that was causing the discomfort. Do not give up trying to find the right earbud and right position in the ear. It makes all the difference. Still, I wish it was easier to do for the price.
Sound (5/5): I bet you guessed this didn't you? You smart person you. Anyway, the sound. What can I say? A wonderful flat response. That is a must for me and is why you go for IEM's in the first place. But the things you hear if you have never had them: it is a trip! The highs are not to sharp but are as clear as crystal. The mid's are very present and bring a whole new element to the sound table. The lows are punctuated, tight, and not overbearing. Many people complained here that the bass was weak. Here is my response: No it is not. The song is being played as it should be, if you have not equalized the song yourself. That is what it should sound like. What you are used to is pre-equalized headphones that, more often than not, boost the bass because everyone loves it. So stop it. I digress. The bass is not lacking by any means, however. It is still very much so there. And I love it. But the real winner hear is the whole soundscape. It is so real and present. It is as if, if the music is mixed well, I am right there with them. And I am not the only one to say this in a review.
My concluding remarks are this: these IEM's are ones to not look over. They rival Shure 215's and are good looking to boot in a way that the Shure's are not. I recommend them fully. You will not be disappointed.
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Got a static noise after few hours of listening that stayed by changing to my amp and changing iems removed the static so its the Ath problem.
Sound is actually good tho (atleast better than the "Shure SE215" in every way (Im a noob in audio tho)
The only positive thing is cable, looks cool:)
最初SONYのイヤーピースならMでいけるのでMで聴いていたら収まりが悪い上に中高音が暴れて耳が痛くLを使用…
耳掛けるのはフックの形さえ決まれば後は問題無いかと
音質は独特と言うか中高音重視っぽい出方と言うか低音は出てはいるがソリッドと言うかボワつかず良い傾向かと…
SONY MDR-EX800STとだとモニター重視だけど、ATH-E40はリシニングっぽい聴き方ができるのと…
モニターとして考えるならEX800STはあら捜し、E40は曲の最終確認用と考えてます…
Reviewed in Japan on September 11, 2023
最初SONYのイヤーピースならMでいけるのでMで聴いていたら収まりが悪い上に中高音が暴れて耳が痛くLを使用…
耳掛けるのはフックの形さえ決まれば後は問題無いかと
音質は独特と言うか中高音重視っぽい出方と言うか低音は出てはいるがソリッドと言うかボワつかず良い傾向かと…
SONY MDR-EX800STとだとモニター重視だけど、ATH-E40はリシニングっぽい聴き方ができるのと…
モニターとして考えるならEX800STはあら捜し、E40は曲の最終確認用と考えてます…
dopo qualche tentativo per riuscire a trovare la giusta posizione sulle orecchie, devo dire che sono molto soddisfatto,
peraltro le ho provate anche con l'Iphone e anche in quel caso non suonano niente male, pur essendo monitor.
Consigliate a chi non vuole ascolti esasperati nelle frequenze, sia alte che soprattutto basse.