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At a glance
- Brand
- Shure
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- open
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2012
Score breakdowngood overall
Sound7.5
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Shure SRH1440 is an open-back, wired over-ear headphone that combines a lightweight, comfortable design with a spacious and neutral sound signature. Its 40mm dynamic drivers and low 37-ohm impedance make it easy to drive from a wide range of sources, while the detachable cable and included velour pads add practical value. With a balanced connection option and a broad frequency response, it's a solid choice for critical listening at home.
What works
- Lightweight and comfortable fit
- Open, neutral sound with good dynamics
- Easy to drive due to low impedance
- Detachable cable and balanced option
- Includes velour ear pads and adapter
What doesn't
- Plastic build may feel less premium
- Low sensitivity may require more power for best results
- Open-back design leaks sound and offers no isolation
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Specifications
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz - 27 kHz |
| Impedance | 37 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 101 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz - 27 kHz |
| Impedance | 37 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 101 dB/mW |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|
Design
| Weight | 343 g |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Pad material | velour |
| Balanced connection | Yes |
What the reviews said
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The consensus
Positiveacross 4 videosReviewers agree the Shure SRH1440 is a comfortable, well-built open-back headphone with a linear, detailed sound that excels for critical listening and monitoring, though its bass is less prominent than other frequencies.
Reviewers liked
- Comfortable plush earpads and durable steel frame
- Linear, detailed, and transparent sound with wide soundstage
- Good for critical listening, monitoring, and gaming positional audio
Reviewers flagged
- Bass is less prominent than other frequencies
- Requires an amplifier for portable use
- High price and bulky design limit portability; sound leakage not ideal for noisy environments
2:35Shure SRH1440 Professional Open Back Headphones
The reviewer finds the Shure SRH1440 to be a high-quality, comfortable open-back headphone suited for home listening with an amplifier, but notes its high price and lack of bass emphasis may not appeal to everyone. Despite these drawbacks, the durable build, generous warranty, and clear sound make it a recommended investment for audiophiles.
MixedWatch on YouTube
4:34Shure SRH1440: review
The reviewer finds the Shure SRH1440 to be a very comfortable open-back headphone with a linear, monitoring-style sound that excels at revealing mistakes in music. While the bass is less prominent than other frequencies, it is still capable when present in the track, and the headphone also performs well for gaming due to its detailed positional audio. The reviewer considers it one of the best choices among monitoring headphones at its price point, though it requires an amplifier for portable use.
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8:49SHURE SRH 1440 - Review, Recensione, Sound Demo, Sound Test
The reviewer conducts a technical evaluation of the Shure SRH1440, using pink noise and musical tracks to assess frequency response linearity and impulse response for transient speed. The headphone is compared against a reference sound to determine its accuracy and clarity, with the overall impression being that it performs well in these tests.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
3:29Shure SRH1440: Best Open-Back Headphones for Audiophiles?
The reviewer finds the Shure SRH1440 to be a high-quality open-back headphone that excels in critical listening and audiophile use, praising its comfortable build, wide soundstage, and detailed, accurate sound. They note it is not suited for bass-heavy genres or noisy environments due to sound leakage, but consider it a compelling option that justifies its premium price.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
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