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MASTER & DYNAMIC MH40 Wired
MASTER & DYNAMIC

MASTER & DYNAMIC MH40 Wired

Current price · Amazon US
$1,352.40
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Noise Isolation / ANC
6.7/ 10

Noise Isolation / ANC — measured in the SoundGuys lab.

Key specs

Connection Type
Wired 3.5mmMost common
Wired-3.5mm48%Bluetooth44%Wired-usb-c7%Others1%

Wired-3.5mm is the most common — on 48% of the 215 over-ear headphones we've cataloged (of 240).

Weight
360 gAbove average
360 g
132 g420 g

above average for over-ear headphones — based on 195 of 240 we've cataloged.

Connectivity

Connection Type
Wired 3.5mm
Headphone Jack
Yes

Design

Weight
360 g
Color Options
Black, brown, gunmetal, silver
Ear Pad Type
Leather
Foldable
No
Headband Type
Adjustable over-head

Build

IP Rating
None
Material Chassis Primary
Matte and polished metal with leather
Material Ear Cups
Lambskin leather, memory foam
Material Headband
Cowhide leather with padding

Sound

Acoustic Design
Closed-back
Driver Size
45 mm
Driver Type
Neodymium dynamic driver
Impedance
32 Ω
Noise Cancellation Type
None

Battery

Battery
No

Features

Control Type
Physical button, optional inline remote

Identity

Model Number
MH40

Microphone

Microphone
Yes

SoundGuys review

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SOUNDGUYS rating
7.7/ 10
Recommended
CB
Reviewed byChase BernathReviewed February 2024
Isolation6.7
Battery life9.5
Comfort & fit7.0
Connectivity9.5
Build quality7.9
Design9.0
The verdict

At $400, Master & Dynamic is asking a lot for the MH40. With that in mind, most people are better off looking elsewhere. You should expect more features in your wireless headphones for this price, such as ANC, a custom EQ, and integrated spatial audio. However, if you love the design of the Master & Dynamic MH40 and the price doesn't scare you away, then you probably won't regret your purchase as the headphones work as advertised and deliver enjoyable listening.

✓What we like
✓Premium materials including aluminum, lambskin leather, and stainless steel construction
✓Great sound quality with balanced tonal character and clear highs and rich lows
✓Excellent passive isolation from firm leather ear pads creating a tight seal
✓Removable ear pads with magnetic attachment allow for easy replacement
✓Comprehensive accessories including carrying case, charging cable, and wired listening cable
✓Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive codec support for high-quality wireless streaming
✕What could be better
✕No active noise canceling feature
✕Battery life of 26 hours and 43 minutes is below average for non-ANC wireless headphones
✕Small oval ear cups may not fit large ears comfortably
✕Limited EQ customization with only four preset options and no custom equalizer
✕No integrated spatial audio features
✕Stiff ear pads may cause discomfort for people wearing glasses
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