Shure SRH1840
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Shure SRH1840

4.7

Best open-back headphones for professional mastering and critical listening.

These open-back headphones deliver a surgical level of detail that makes them a mastering-grade essential. You trade off the isolation of closed-back designs for a remarkably natural, wide soundstage that keeps your ears comfortable through the longest mixing sessions.

$449.00

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at

Alto Music

Who it's for

  • Long-term owners prioritizing repairability and lasting hardware durability
  • Audio engineers requiring precise, transparent sound for critical mixing tasks
  • Studio professionals working through extended, multi-hour recording or editing sessions

Who should skip it

  • Vocalists recording in open environments needing to prevent microphone bleed
  • Budget-conscious hobbyists looking for an affordable entry into high-fidelity audio
  • Bass enthusiasts seeking a visceral, punchy low-end listening experience

Performance breakdown

Soundstage Accuracy

Open-back design delivers a remarkably natural and wide stereo image.

Excellent

Build Durability

Aircraft-grade aluminum and stainless steel ensure professional-grade longevity.

Excellent

Long-term Comfort

Lightweight frame and plush velour pads prevent fatigue during marathon sessions.

Excellent

Frequency Precision

Individually matched drivers provide exceptional clarity across the entire spectrum.

Excellent

Cable Reliability

Kevlar-reinforced jacket and gold-plated connectors offer robust, tangle-free performance.

Excellent

Mastering Utility

Neutral tuning makes these a reliable reference tool for critical listening.

Excellent

Key Specs

Type

Open-back, circumaural

Driver Size

40 mm

Sensitivity

96 dB SPL/mW

Frequency Range

10 Hz – 30 kHz

Impedance

65 ohms

Weight

0.59 lbs (268 g)

Cable Length

6.9 ft (2.1 m)

Earcup Material

Velour

Connectivity Interface

Headphone Jack

Maximum Input Power

1000 mW

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