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Audio Technica ATHM40fs Precision Extended-Response Monitor Headphones
60 ohm studiophones. 1/4 in. plug.
"Great low-proced headphones!"
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Feature:I like the swivel ears and the one-sided cable. Very ergonomic--you can wear them for hours with minimal discomfort.
Quality:
So far so good. The construction seems solid and the components all seem to be good.
Value:
Great cans for the price!
Sound:
Pretty decent. Bass response is pretty high, so be careful if you're mixing with them. Otherwise, they're very transparent.
Ease of Use:
Ummm, they're headphones. Not much to discuss.
Support:
Haven't contacted support. Haven't had a need to
Overall:
the only real drawback is the bass response being hot, but as long as you're aware of it, these are geat headphones.
"I'd pay three times the price for the sound quality!"
Feature:
The swivel feature is a plus if you use it. Personally I feel its just a pair of headphones. What are good features? Headband, cord, plug? What you get from any pair of headphones you get here. Cord length is a plus, Im able to sit back on my bed and watch movies on my computer (cord is about 8 feet long).
Quality:
The cord and plug are very solid well made pieces. Headphones are solid and arent as "cheap feeling" as Ive seen people say in other reviews. But on that note, I feel as though some solid metal parts could replace some plastic parts that would give them a much more solid feel. But overall, its what I would expect from just a pair of headphones, after all I didnt pay $400 for them!
Value:
Ive tried other headphones in the same price range (Sony, Panasonic) and they just simply do not have the clarity of these Audio-Technicas. Period. If you are looking in the sub $100 price range, you cannot go wrong. Whether youre using them for gaming, music, movies, it does any sound you throw at them justice.
Desirability:
Like I said above, no matter what you plan on using them for you cant go wrong on the sound quality. Construction could be alittle bit more solid, but mine so far have been dropped multiple times as well as gone cross country with me on many a trip and even though a few scratches here and there they still work just as well as they did the first day I got them.
Sound:
Sound is perfect. You hear me? Perfect. By far the most realistic sound producers Ive ever heard. Every little high pitched note to the low frequency bass, everything that the sound producers added you hear.
Ease of Use:
Again, its a pair of headphones, you plug them into your source and your done.
Support:
Its very good. Had some static in one side (turned out to be an issue with my sound card in my PC) and their support was extremely fast emailing me back with very good recommendations on what I do. Definitely good service!
Overall:
The best pair of phones for the price. Period. Even some more expensive sets from other companies simply dont compair. If mine ever broke (which I dont see happening) I would not hesitate for one second about buying another pair...well I take that back, I might get a higher end pair of Audio-Technicas next time ;-)
The swivel feature is a plus if you use it. Personally I feel its just a pair of headphones. What are good features? Headband, cord, plug? What you get from any pair of headphones you get here. Cord length is a plus, Im able to sit back on my bed and watch movies on my computer (cord is about 8 feet long).
Quality:
The cord and plug are very solid well made pieces. Headphones are solid and arent as "cheap feeling" as Ive seen people say in other reviews. But on that note, I feel as though some solid metal parts could replace some plastic parts that would give them a much more solid feel. But overall, its what I would expect from just a pair of headphones, after all I didnt pay $400 for them!
Value:
Ive tried other headphones in the same price range (Sony, Panasonic) and they just simply do not have the clarity of these Audio-Technicas. Period. If you are looking in the sub $100 price range, you cannot go wrong. Whether youre using them for gaming, music, movies, it does any sound you throw at them justice.
Desirability:
Like I said above, no matter what you plan on using them for you cant go wrong on the sound quality. Construction could be alittle bit more solid, but mine so far have been dropped multiple times as well as gone cross country with me on many a trip and even though a few scratches here and there they still work just as well as they did the first day I got them.
Sound:
Sound is perfect. You hear me? Perfect. By far the most realistic sound producers Ive ever heard. Every little high pitched note to the low frequency bass, everything that the sound producers added you hear.
Ease of Use:
Again, its a pair of headphones, you plug them into your source and your done.
Support:
Its very good. Had some static in one side (turned out to be an issue with my sound card in my PC) and their support was extremely fast emailing me back with very good recommendations on what I do. Definitely good service!
Overall:
The best pair of phones for the price. Period. Even some more expensive sets from other companies simply dont compair. If mine ever broke (which I dont see happening) I would not hesitate for one second about buying another pair...well I take that back, I might get a higher end pair of Audio-Technicas next time ;-)
"A good investment for any level of artist."
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Feature:Very long cord, nice for studio use. Cord is on 1 side only, also a plus.
Quality:
Very good quality, I tripped over the cord, it ripped'm out of the jack and they didn't even briuse. Also very comfortable.
Value:
For sure worth the price.
Desirability:
Ooooo soft and sexy!
Sound:
Sounds very good, instantly noticed lots of imperfections (like static,)could see thet being confused with lack of quality. NOT TRUE!! I record alot and need precise playback. I would buy them again.
Ease of Use:
Well, didn't take long to figure out.
Support:
I'll just give them the bennifit of the doubt.
Overall:
Overall I'm happy with this purchase and plan on wearing them untill they die.
"Overall quite adequate."
I love how they have a fairly flat response. I hear a little mid-boost but at least it's not bass heavy like the Sony 7506's. I also like how it has a cable that has a 1/4" TRS connector. Not that 1/8" with an 1/8"-1/4" adapter crap! They feel nice, very comfortable, cord is long enough. My only complaint is how the cans swivel 180 degrees to allow for one-ear monitoring. I get the feeling that if I put a little too much force, the side will snap off. I don't wish to try so as to provide you with a final answer, but I'd say it's a safe bet. Obviously most aren't going to try to turn it too hard, but if you try pulling the phones off your head by own side, you'll notice that sometimes the side you pull begins to swivel. Pull them off fast and you'll be monitoring your music DJ-style from then on. Overall however I am pleased. At $100 they are a good value for closed back cans.
"Outstanding headphones for monitoring audio in video editing."
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Feature:No accessories included.
Quality:
Seems to be made very well. The swivel is unnecessary but I can live with it.
Value:
I consider it well worth what I paid for it here.
Desirability:
Basic black works for me.
Sound:
Exactly as advertised. Extended response not overly enhanced on either end of the frequency response. With most headphones seeming to overemphasize the bass I needed something with a far more neutral but clean response.
Ease of Use:
Plug 'n use
Support:
No need yet
Overall:
My application is in video editing. Needed a clean evaluation of the SmartSound and Scorefitter generated music and a clean way of evaluation voice over narration. This product is so far head and shoulders above anything else I've tried I feel it was exactly what I was looking for. If anything should happen to this headphone set I will look to replace it with another just like it.
"The frequency response is incredible!"
I love to impress my friends by playing some Korn or other hard hitting music with some really low bass notes while they're wearing these. The response down to 5 hertz is very impressive sounding, and they can't believe they're hearing it come from headphones! They really make the sound come to life. Every detail is reproduced and they make listening a real pleasure.
"These phones are pro gear, you won't be disappointed."
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Desirability:I'm about to buy some more.
Overall:
I've had a pair of these for years and they are excellent phones. Don't underestimate them because of their budget price! They are worth every penny (even double). At this price, they can't be beat. If you watch the The Rolling Stones 'Licks' tour DVD set, you will see everyone wearing these in the studio on the documentary disc (I figured because they sound good and can take a lot of abuse). I've even done rough mixes with these and they have been very accurate. The only negative I have is that the plastic 'leatherette' covering on the headband and ear covers does not last too long, but they are field replaceable and easy to get parts from AT
"Great sounding Headphones!"
Quality:
the swivel feature is too loose and somtimes it can be annoying. other than that the phones are very comfortable to my ears and i can wear them for hours.
Value:
great for the money
Sound:
Out of the box they had a little midboost and lack of bass in some music. after two months of use the midboost is gone and the bass is deep and punchy, there is a lot of detail too. overall they sound very good.
Overall:
Im happy with them.
the swivel feature is too loose and somtimes it can be annoying. other than that the phones are very comfortable to my ears and i can wear them for hours.
Value:
great for the money
Sound:
Out of the box they had a little midboost and lack of bass in some music. after two months of use the midboost is gone and the bass is deep and punchy, there is a lot of detail too. overall they sound very good.
Overall:
Im happy with them.
"Can't pick on the sound so I pick on the Frame; I wish it was less complicated and thus more durable."
Quality:
If not for the Swivel part of the Frame, my ATH M40fs would serve me still without gaffa tape and wires! That's my only complain - the Frame. To this day I'm happy with the sound and will buy the same model again.
Value:
Respectable studio phones cost ~300.- ATH M40fs cost one third of this.
Desirability:
The cans itself have a solid look - bakelite type but the traditional looking frame didn't match.
Sound:
I have to use ATH M40fs most of the time while editing and mixing multitrack arrangement. When this mix goes through the speakers the mix is not much different from what you hear in the headphoned. I'm using them for ?10 years and they sound like the first day but the frame gave up - the swivel makes it a week point and I had no use for it.
Overall:
Using the headset was no problem but I still don't like the Frame, the padding fabric gets dirty but there's no way to remove it to wash and looks bulky and uneven. I will replace my headphones with the same because I can use it for hours without being fatigue and the price make it a very good value.
If not for the Swivel part of the Frame, my ATH M40fs would serve me still without gaffa tape and wires! That's my only complain - the Frame. To this day I'm happy with the sound and will buy the same model again.
Value:
Respectable studio phones cost ~300.- ATH M40fs cost one third of this.
Desirability:
The cans itself have a solid look - bakelite type but the traditional looking frame didn't match.
Sound:
I have to use ATH M40fs most of the time while editing and mixing multitrack arrangement. When this mix goes through the speakers the mix is not much different from what you hear in the headphoned. I'm using them for ?10 years and they sound like the first day but the frame gave up - the swivel makes it a week point and I had no use for it.
Overall:
Using the headset was no problem but I still don't like the Frame, the padding fabric gets dirty but there's no way to remove it to wash and looks bulky and uneven. I will replace my headphones with the same because I can use it for hours without being fatigue and the price make it a very good value.
"Great value and excellent sound"
Feature:
Just plug it in and play. I don't use minijacks in anything except mp3 players and I use lightweight headphones for that. No volume control.
Quality:
The quality is really sturdy and no problems with it at all so far.
Value:
The full retail price of around 150 dollars is worth paying, but I got them in a sale for almost half of that, so they were excellent value.
Desirability:
Looks and feels good.
Sound:
The sound quality is really, really good. As a musician and producer, I mostly use monitors to mix, but when going to phones want something neutral that doesn't colour the sound too much. My Sony 7506's are almost worn out and the ATHM40fs compares very favourably with those. The only better ones I've heard are 600 dollar Sennheiser HD650s and not by much !
Ease of Use:
Just plug and play and enjoy.
Overall:
At this price point, you can't expect anything more, it delivers more than many other competitors in this price range.
Just plug it in and play. I don't use minijacks in anything except mp3 players and I use lightweight headphones for that. No volume control.
Quality:
The quality is really sturdy and no problems with it at all so far.
Value:
The full retail price of around 150 dollars is worth paying, but I got them in a sale for almost half of that, so they were excellent value.
Desirability:
Looks and feels good.
Sound:
The sound quality is really, really good. As a musician and producer, I mostly use monitors to mix, but when going to phones want something neutral that doesn't colour the sound too much. My Sony 7506's are almost worn out and the ATHM40fs compares very favourably with those. The only better ones I've heard are 600 dollar Sennheiser HD650s and not by much !
Ease of Use:
Just plug and play and enjoy.
Overall:
At this price point, you can't expect anything more, it delivers more than many other competitors in this price range.
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