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In the studio, you need a truth-teller. You need headphones that tell you exactly what your mix sounds like, flaws and all. Enter the Shure SRH840A. More than just a cosmetic update to a legendary set of cans, they're a masterclass in critical listening.
Whether you're tracking vocals, mixing a podcast, or enjoying your favorite album without the artificial bass boost common in other headphones, the SRH840A offers a crystal-clear window into your audio. This model is the definitive evolution of professional monitoring, delivering the honest sound you need.
Precision You Can Trust
If your headphones lie to you, your mix falls apart the second it hits a car stereo. The SRH840A is engineered to be brutally honest. Shure has tailored the frequency response to deliver a sound signature that is as accurate as a heart surgeon's scalpel, ensuring that what you hear is exactly what you recorded.
40mm Neodymium Dynamic Drivers: These aren't just speakers; they're precision instruments. The matched 40mm drivers provide a natural, balanced frequency response with low distortion, giving you a front-row seat to the nuances of your audio.
Tailored Frequency Response: Spanning a massive 5Hz to 25kHz, these headphones dig deep into the sub-bass without getting muddy and reach into the airy highs without piercing your eardrums. It’s rich bass and clear mids, perfectly balanced.
Closed-Back Isolation: The circumaural design wraps around your ears like a vault, physically blocking out background noise. This means you can focus on the mix without hearing the air conditioner or your drummer tapping on the table.
Comfort That Outlasts Your Session
We’ve all been there — two hours into a mixing session, and it feels like your head is in a vice. Shure decided that "suffering for your art" shouldn't apply to your ears. They’ve shaved off weight and upgraded the padding, making the SRH840A comfortable enough for marathon mixing nights that turn into early mornings.
Premium Padded Headband: The wide, ergonomic headband distributes weight evenly across your noggin, eliminating those dreaded pressure points. You might actually forget you’re wearing them (until the music stops).
Lightweight Design: By refining the industrial design, Shure has made these significantly lighter than their predecessors. Less weight on your head means more energy for your creativity.
Collapsible Design: Studio space is valuable, and bag space is even tighter. These headphones fold compactly, making them an ideal travel companion for producers on the go.
Perfect for Sessions and Daily Use
It's a truth universally acknowledged that gear will break. But Shure has a reputation for building equipment that can take a beating, and the SRH840A headphones are no exception. Designed to withstand daily use, they can survive being tossed into a backpack or hung on a mic stand. They also come with practical accessories that show Shure genuinely understands a musician's life.
Detachable Locking Cable: The cable is often the first part to fail on headphones, but with the SRH840A, it's an easy fix, not a problem. The detachable locking bayonet clip keeps the cable secure when in use but allows for quick replacement if it gets damaged — like when your cat decides to chew on it.
Replacement Ear Pads: Let's be real — ear pads get gross. They soak up sweat, get squashed, and generally see a lot of action. Shure gets it. They toss a spare set of replacement pads right in the box, effectively doubling the lifespan of your headphone hugs.
Gold-Plated Adapter: Need to plug into a pro-level interface? A vintage amp? Your laptop? You're covered. The included threaded ¼” (6.3 mm) gold-plated adapter clicks in with a satisfying solidity, ensuring a clean, corrosion-free connection to whatever gear you throw at it.
So, What's the Final Word?
The Shure SRH840A Professional Studio Headphones perfectly balance precision and comfort. Designed for serious creators who demand accuracy without sacrificing comfort, these headphones deliver uncompromising sound quality with a durable build. Built to last, they’re ready to become a reliable staple in your studio for years.
Shure SRH840A Features:
Precisely tailored frequency response for rich bass, clear mid-range, and extended highs
Premium, padded headband provides ergonomic fit for superior comfort over extended periods
Closed-back, circumaural design rests comfortably over the ears and reduces background noise
Detachable locking cable securely locks cable into ear cup and enables easy replacement
Matched 40mm dynamic neodymium drivers offer natural and well-balanced frequency response with low distortion
Sleek, durable design looks great on camera and withstands the rigors of everyday wear
Includes additional detachable straight cable, carrying bag, threaded ¼” (6.3 mm) gold-plated adapter, and replacement ear pads
2-year warranty ensures you’re covered for the long haul
Warranty: 2 Years on Wired Microphones; 1 Year on Wireless Systems & Components; 1 Year on Personal Monitors & Components: 1 Year on Circuitry Products.
Shure SRH840A Professional Studio Headphones Specifications
Shure SRH840A Professional Studio Headphones Specifications
Product Specifications
Shure SRH840A Professional Studio Headphones Specifications
Driver Type: Dynamic, Neodymium magnet
Driver Size: 40 mm
Frequency Range: 5 - 25,000 Hz
Sensitivity (@ 1 kHz): 102 dB/mW
Impedance (@ 1 kHz): 44 O
Maximum Input Power: 1000 mW
Plug: Gold-plated 1/8" / 3.5 mm stereo plug with threaded 1/4" / 6.3 mm gold-plated adapter
Cable Length/Type: 3 m / 9.84', Detachable, coiled oxygen-free copper
