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Shure SRH840 Professional Monitoring Earphones (Black)

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4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (114 customer reviews)

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Product Features

  • Precisely tailored frequency response with 40mm neodymium dynamic drivers
  • Ergonomic, comfortable fit
  • Adjustable, padded, and moisture-wicking headband for superior comfort over extended periods
  • Memory foam earpads provide increased sound isolation and comfort
  • Collapsible design for easy transport

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Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 8.5 x 9.5 inches ; 1.8 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
  • ASIN: B002DP8IEK
  • Item model number: SRH840
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (114 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,027 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: July 16, 2004

Product Description

Model: SRH840 Professional Monitoring Headphones
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Designed for professional audio engineers and musicians, the SRH840 Professional Monitoring Headphones from Shure are optimized for studio recording and critical listening. A precisely tailored frequency response and 40mm neodymium dynamic drivers combine with total comfort and durability to provide the ultimate listening experience. The replaceable cable and included set of replacement ear pads ensure a long product life. Also includes threaded 1/4" (6.3mm) gold-plated adapter.

Features

  • 40mm neodymium driver optimized for studio recording and critical listening
  • Precisely tailored frequency response delivers rich bass, clear mid-range and extended highs.
  • Closed-back, circumaural design for superior isolation in noisy environments
  • Adjustable, collapsible headband provides comfort and portability
  • Replaceable earcup pads ensure long product life
  • 9.8-foot (3.0 m) coiled detachable cable provides plenty of length and easy storage and replacement
  • Carrying Bag protects headphones when on the go or not in use
  • Legendary Shure durability to withstand the rigors of everyday use
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What's in the Box?

SRH840 Professional Monitoring Headphones
HPACP1 Carrying Pouch
HPACA1 Cable - Coiled
HPAQA1 Threaded 1/4" Gold-Plated Adapter
HPAEC840 Replacement Ear Cushions

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Shure's SRH Headphones Comparison Chart

Model SRH440
SRH440
SRH550DJ
SRH550DJ
SRH750DJ
SRH750DJ
SRH840
SRH840
SRH940
SRH940
SRH1440
SRH1440
SRH1840
SRH1840
Design Closed-Back, Circumaural Closed-Back, Supra-aural Closed-Back, Circumaural Closed-Back, Circumaural Closed-Back, Circumaural Open-Back, Circumaural Open-Back, Circumaural
Created for: Home & Studio Recording DJ Mixing & Personal Listening DJ Mixing & Monitoring Critical Listening & Studio Monitoring Critical Listening, Studio Monitoring & Mastering Mastering & Critical Listening Applications Mastering & Critical Listening Applications
Driver 40 mm dynamic, neodymium magnet 50 mm dynamic, neodymium magnet 50 mm dynamic, neodymium magnet 40 mm dynamic, neodymium magnet 40 mm dynamic, neodymium magnet 40 mm dynamic, neodymium magnet 40 mm dynamic, neodymium magnet
Sensitivity (1kHz) 105 dB/mW 109 dB/mW 106 dB/mW 102 dB/mW 100 dB/mW 101 dB/mW 96 dB/mW
Impedence (Nominal, 1 kHz) 44 Ohm 32 Ohm 32 Ohm 44 Ohm 42 Ohm 37 Ohm 65 Ohm
Max Input Power (1 kHz) 500 mW 3000 mW 3000 mW 1000 mW 1000 mW 1000 mW 1000 mW
Frequency Range 10 Hz - 22 kHz 5 Hz - 22 kHz 5 Hz - 30 kHz 5 Hz - 25 kHz 5 Hz - 30 kHz 15 Hz - 27 kHz 10 Hz - 30 kHz
Net Weight (w/o cable) 0.60 lb (272 g) 0.53 lb (235 g) 0.50 lb (227 g) 0.70 lb (318 g) 0.71 lb (322 g) 0.76 lb (343 g) 0.59 lb (268 g)
Cable Type Coiled, detachable, non-PVC, oxygen-free copper (OFC) Straight, dual-exit, detachable, non-PVC, oxygen-free copper (OFC) Coiled, detachable, non-PVC, oxygen-free copper (OFC) Coiled, detachable, non-PVC, oxygen-free copper (OFC) Coiled & straight detachable, non-PVC, oxygen-free copper (OFC) Straight, dual-exit, detachable, non-PVC, oxygen-free copper (OFC) Straight, dual-exit, detachable, non-PVC, oxygen-free copper (OFC)
Cable Length 3.0 m (9.8 ft) 2.1 m (6.9 ft) 3.0 m (9.8 ft) 3.0 m (9.8 ft) 3.0 m (9.8 ft) 2.1 m (6.9 ft) 2.1 m (6.9 ft)
Connector Gold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini jack plug with 1/4" (6.35mm) threaded adapter Gold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini jack plug with 1/4" (6.35mm) threaded adapter Gold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini jack plug with 1/4" (6.35mm) threaded adapter Gold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini jack plug with 1/4" (6.35mm) threaded adapter Gold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini jack plug with 1/4" (6.35mm) threaded adapter Gold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini jack plug with 1/4" (6.35mm) threaded adapter Gold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini jack plug with 1/4" (6.35mm) threaded adapter

Building on 87 years of pro audio experience, the SRH840 Headphones from Shure deliver world-class audio performance, comfort, and durability to professional audio engineers and musicians. Reference-quality frequency response and 40mm neodymium dynamic drivers combine with total comfort and durability to provide the ultimate listening experience. The replaceable cable and earpads ensure a long-lasting lifetime of use.



Customer Reviews

The sound quality on these headphones is great. Rothbardian Zeppelin Fan  |  34 reviewers made a similar statement
To me, better means more faithful frequency response, extended bass, and crisp and open sound. Jerry Alessandro  |  34 reviewers made a similar statement
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176 of 177 people found the following review helpful
The SRH840 is a new monitoring headphone from Shure, the company that is prevalent in professional circles for mics, in-ear monitors and other tools used by the sound engineers.

First a disclaimer. I'm NOT a fan of their in-ear monitors, finding them to have a sound that is too treble recessed. Only their top models like the SE530 are any good to my ears, and in my opinion, there are better for the price.

When they announced their line of full sized headphones, I thought they would be overpriced, but surprise....these are $200 which is a lot cheaper than a lot of other high end headphones.

These are clearly meant to be used as tools. They have that studio-use look, no cutting edge style and no exotic materials to give that high end bling. A detachable cable that plugs into and locks into place. It folds easily and neatly into a compact bundle. The cable is a coiled affair, which is kind of annoying for general use as you always feel tethered, but it makes sense for pro use since you usually plug them into your mixing/sound interface at arms reach on your console or desk. All the materials look durable, and you even get an extra set of earpads, and a little carrying bag with drawstring. Of course, a screw in 1/4 adapter is supplied. Top marks for all the things you get, you don't need to buy anything else.

The headband is very flexible design, and you can bend it any way and it springs back. The padding is a soft knitted material, and the headband slider has soft detents. On my big head, the clamping force is slightly tight but I suspect most people will find it quite comfortable. The earpads just go around the ears and I still have a bit of room to spare. The noise isolation is decent, my computer's noise is no longer noticeable. These are good companions for the office.

Sound:
These are definitely monitoring headphones. They have a middle-of-the-road sound presentation in their sound signature. Bass extension is quite deep, and there is still good bass presence below 40Hz. Treble is not overly-sparkly as you would find in other headphones like Denons or Grados but it has just enough treble sparkle that you don't feel like there are cottonballs in your ears (unlike some other Shure In-Ear monitors that I disliked). I would say the treble is just a wee bit shy of neutral. I'd think if you have a treble control, adding a decibel or two would make it just right. Mids are good, there is a tad bit of upper midrange graininess, and is well balanced. Sibilance is well controlled. Detail is above average for their price. While they don't extract the most minute details like some AKGs and Grados, I think they are just being honest. While those other headphones let you hear specific characteristics of certain instruments very well down to the texture of each violin bow stroke, these Shures don't have that deliberate magnifying effect anywhere in its presentation, which is good because you don't really want to hear exaggerated view of any one thing for a studio monitor. These aren't the last word in bass tightness, but the bass is presented with warmth and musicality, you feel and can clearly follow rythymn. This headphone doesn't sound thin nor too thick.

Soundstage is a downfall of closed type headphones, and these are no exception, but they are about average if you compare them to other closed models like the Sennheiser HD280. Don't buy these if you want to experience the grand 3D scale of The Philharmonic. What I like about these headphones is that they basically don't try to niche themselves, they don't go out of their way to call attention to the sound in any way, which is what a good monitoring headphone should be. I find them superior to the inexpensive reference monitor Sony MDR-V6 in overall sweetness and fluidity to the sound, these are just much more preferable for general music listening.

I like these a lot, and I think they don't have any obvious flaws. They are like the goldilocks of headphones, a neutral impartial tool that just presents the sound with no frills. While there are other headphones that will surpass these for certain types of music, and even many others that get your feet tapping more, these Shures seem to take the stance "meh, go ahead with those other headphones, I'm just doing my job"

My previous recommendation the Denon D2000 still stands as the headphone I like for a lively fun listen that gets me involved in the music, but I am finding these Shure quite compelling in that they are honest sounding..they are a good reference for what the sound signature would be like hearing the music that the mastering engineer heard in the studio.

These will be my new go-to recommendation for closed, neutral headphones from now on.
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Headphones November 11, 2009
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I took a chance on the SRH840s, even though they're pricey. I wanted them for podcasting use to monitor voice via sound board, and I've been impressed with other Shure products. The Sony MDR7506 was my second choice, but I've had terrible luck with Sony products. I've had to return several products because of poor quality and, with the large numbers of defective Sony LCD televisions recently (malfunctioning pixels), I opted to spend more money on the SRH840s and not take another chance on Sony.

I decided to test the SRH840s with Paul Galbraith's Bach Sonatas and Partitas (solo 8-string guitar), which was a DDD recording. After the first 15 seconds I thought I was hearing some odd transients from the headphones and then realized that I was hearing Galbraith's breathing as he played. He always manages to hold his breath during single-note play, and during very quiet passages, but as he plays more aggressively, I definitely hear his breathing. I was absolutely stunned. I'd never heard that before. And all of this from the CD drive in my laptop with no tone controls.

I also used the 840s later to listen to amateur radio. I'm a General Class ham and picking out weak stations at night on 80 and 160 meters was quite a pleasure. Nothing compared to the cheap Audio-Technica ATH-P1s I had been using.

The only downside I can point out so far is that, for people like me who wear glasses, they're a bit tight on the temple and push the glasses against my head a bit more than I like. On the positive side, they definitely do a great job of sealing out ambient noise, and for catching any background noise that might have made it into my recordings.

Not for the fashion-conscious, they look absolutely goofy because they're designed to fit people with even very large heads, so they spread wide from the center point. But I don't care; I absolutely love the sound reproduction.

Highly recommended.

Update, 29 December 2009

I took a chance on the Sony MDR-7506 cans and I really like them as well. They're quite a bit lighter than the 840s, and I'll be more comfortable wearing the 7506s for longer periods, particularly for ham radio work when I'm moving around listening, writing down information, adjusting radio settings, working with the laptop on digital modes, etc. That said, the 840s seem to have a slightly richer sound, particularly for quite music. Part of that effect may be that the ear seals are thicker and cut out more ambient noise than the 7506s
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5.0 out of 5 stars Shure SRH840 Versus Competition June 6, 2010
In my quest to search for the best closed, non-noise-cancelling headphones that will do a satisfactory job of isolating the engine rumble of the bus that I take to and from work, I found that the choices are very few. I ultimately decided on purchasing two pairs, the Sennheiser HD 380 pro and the Shure SRH840. Prior to testing the differences between these two headphones, I ran both of them through my home audiophile stereo system at high volume for over 50 hours each plus another 20 hours each of casual listening to and from work.

First, the dimensions of each can. The Senn's are bigger and more oval shaped than the Shures. The Senn's cans measure approximately 4 9/16 inches by 3 7/16 inches, while the Shure's is more roundish, although still oval, measuring about 4 2/16 inches by 3 1/2 inches. The longer length of the Senn's may bother people like myself who suffer from TMJ syndrome (jaw problem due to clenching), which may also be further induced by its vice like pressure. The Shure's are not long enough to reach my jaw, and they fit more loosely but still snug enough to keep firmly on my head. The depth, the length of the outside of the leather that covers your ears to the felt of the inside of the can, is 1 1/16 inches in the Senn's and only about 3/4 of an inch for the Shures. This is a huge difference. My normal size ears actually touch the inside felt of the Shure's, but this rarely bothered me. This vast difference led me to believe that the Senn's will have a better soundstage; however, I was not able to detect any difference. The Senn's have a very thin and porous felt, and it is easy to see the speaker. However, the Shure's felt is thicker and far less porous, and therefore, it is not possible to see the speaker. Perhaps the speaker in the Shure's is further recessed, which may be the reason that I was not able to detect a difference in the soundstage.

I like the fact that the Shure's wire is a screw on, so if the wire breaks, it can be replaced. I believe that the Senn's wire is a permanent fixture, but I am not certain; however, I do know that they are not the screw on type. Although they both come with a case, I much prefer the Senn's case. It is a somewhat hard case, but at the same time somewhat soft - difficult to explain. Anyway, it is very cool. It even has a strap like handle - very cool. It fits very easily in my briefcase. The headphone case has a zipper and can be completely enclosed. The Shure's case is leather with a draw string, but it cannot be completely enclosed, and takes up a lot more space in my briefcase, and is not nearly as cool. I was not impressed.
In my subjective casual listening to these headphones during my commute to and from work, I felt that the Senn's isolated the outside sounds of the engine rumbles of the bus perhaps 10%-20% better than the Shures. I did a more objective test in my house, as I put the headphones on without music and listened to my air conditioner. The Senn's clearly isolated better. Still, the Shure's did a satisfactory job.

Now it was time to test the sound. First, I wanted to know if the headphones would sound different through an mp3 player (320 bit rate) compared to through my stereo system. I did a blind test. The difference was clear - it took me only between 5 and 10 seconds to know which sounded better. I came up with the same results time and time again. The headphones sounded superior, much cleaner and sharper, when connected to my home stereo. I am not sure how much of the difference was due to the mp3's compressed sound of the copy or to the huge difference in the quality between my audiophile stereo amplifier to the low quality amp of the mp3 player. However, my test may lead me to one day buy a portable amplifier for my headphones, if a company ever comes up with a high quality amp that uses a rechargeable battery instead of a 9v battery lasting only a week or two.

I wanted to know which is more efficient ( obtaining more headphone volume at the same amp volume setting.) I raised the volume in my amp until I was able to hear something. This test proved to me that the Senn's are efficient but only sightly. I used music with only midrange in this test.

Now I wanted to see which headphones sound better - at least to my ears. To me, better means more faithful frequency response, extended bass, and crisp and open sound. I used my audiophile stereo system as the reference. I listened to songs that I am very familiar with - Stevie Wonder, Frank Sinatra, Count Basie, Chicago, Elton John, Melissa Manchester, Kelly Clarkson, Steely Dan, Donald Fagen, George Winston, and Johann Sebastian Bach. I listened for many hours. I listened at high volumes and at very, very, low volumes. There is definitely a huge difference in the sound. By far the biggest difference is in the middle to high part of the bass, such as sounds produced by the bass guitar, bass drums, and synthesizer bass. I am completely convinced that the Senn's have an exaggerated mid to high bass. The Shure's mid to high bass always sounded far closer to the faithfulness of my reference. The difference is staggering. The only reason that I still listen to the Senn's with music with a lot of mid to high bass is that the rumble of the busses dampen the exaggerated bass; however, once I step off the bus, I always wish that I was listening to the Shure's. So, when I listen to say Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, and Chicago, I much prefer to listen to the Shure's.

I must say, however, that although the Senn's mid to high bass is definitely exaggerated, its mids and high are impressive enough and the bass is tight enough, that the whole music spectrum can still be appreciated. However, the whole music spectrum is more appreciated with the Shure's, as it too has a tight bass and has mids and highs that are even more impressive than the Senn's.

Listening to music having a deeper bass than mentioned above, for example the plucking of the bass fiddle in Count Basie's CB Express and Satin Doll, the Senn's were a little more impressive than the Shure's. Going still deeper in the bass, the bowing (you know, when the musician uses the bow in the string instrument) in Bach's concertos, I was surprised to find out that the Shure's went equally deep as the Senn's. With bass this deep, it is nearly impossible to exaggerate the bass, so ultimately the headphones with the more powerful bass is the one with the better deep bass. I found that sometimes the Senn's sounded slightly better and at times the Shure's sounded slightly better. At one part of the music, I decided to listen at the lowest possible volume to find out at what volume would I not be able to hear the bass anymore. The Shure's actually did slightly better than the Senn's during this test. However, at a different part of another concerto, I felt something in the bass with the Senn's that I felt less of with the Shure's. Consequently, my impression with the deepest part of the bass is a mixed conclusion and the differences only slight.

When I tested the mid range to high ends, I found that the Shure's made this musical spectrum sound more separated from the bass than the Senn's, but I was not certain if it was due to the exaggeration of the mid to high bass of the Senns's. However, when I listened to Bach, which mostly lacks mid to high bass, the mids and highs still sounded more separate from the bass with the Shure's. Cymbals in every music that I listened to almost always sounded more crisp and clear with the Shure's. Still, they never sounded too bright or tinny.

All the other closed, non-noise cancelling headphones that I tested at the stores simply could not match the noise isolation of the Shure's and Senn's. However, I think that the Sony MDR 900's came the closest. I did not buy the Sony's because they were too loose fitting on me. If you want headphones that have high quality sound but you are a little less concerned about isolation from outside sounds than I am, I would consider the Shure's SRH840 and the Sony MDR 900. If you are not concerned about isolation at all, then there are many, many more choices. The Denon's 2000's is just one example of a solid choice for those who want high quality sound and do not care less about isolation, but, as I mentioned, there are many, many other choices. I just wish there were more choices for folks like myself who want to enjoy listening to music while being in the middle of a raucous of a big city. For now, the Sennheiser HD 380 pro and Shure SRH840 may be the two best choices available for those who need the very best of noise isolation, without the noise-cancelling technology.
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5.0 out of 5 stars UNBELIEVABLE SOUND!!!
I play bass and sing on my church worship team and use these on stage as part of my monitor system. The sound is just rich and vibrant. Read more
Published 4 hours ago by GWT1023
5.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable and sound great.
I'm not one of those pretentious guys that'll tell you all about sound-stage and that sort of thing.

Here's the deal, I listen to music for hours at a time while coding. Read more
Published 29 days ago by Marc C. Brooks
5.0 out of 5 stars These make me happy
I highly recommend these headphones. I've been using them for about 3 years, and I appreciate them more and more. Read more
Published 1 month ago by mike
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Headphones.
This Shure SRH840 headphones are excellent considering its neutral sound, quality of build, and comfort, also they include an extra pair of ear pads and carrying bag. Read more
Published 2 months ago by W. Villegas
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Headphones
Quality headphones for a great price. We use these for some of our recording and they sound great, good pitch, great frequency, and cut out most of the surrounding noise!
Published 2 months ago by Shaun Banta
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Headphone Monitors
Best pair of headphones i've owned so far. Smooth, accurate bass, slightly recessed compared to other over-the-ear headphones I have owned but certainly more articulate. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sean Gallagher
5.0 out of 5 stars WOW unbeliavable Sound
Let me start by syaing most of what you read on these reviews is true I really have nothing to add except to say the sound on these are fantastic, you will not be disapointed. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Paul Zaher
5.0 out of 5 stars Shure Thing
I know now to listen through multiple headsets and other speakers to fine tune your mixes and such for quality. With that said these headphones are a great starting point for me. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jameson
3.0 out of 5 stars Broken after a year :(
I loved this headphones, but they're nowhere near as durable as my trusty MDR-V6s.

These lasted me a year before the plastic where the left earpiece connects broke clean... Read more
Published 3 months ago by sheek
5.0 out of 5 stars The BEST Studio headphone for the money anywhere.
These are seriously the beat headphones ive ever listened to. "F" some beat audios. These in my opinion out preform AudioTechnicas, and Sonys, and everything else out. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Gerald L Johnson
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