After using earbuds and in-ear monitors for far too long, I'm finally returning to over-ear headphones. I'm not a huge fan of active noise cancelling headphones (though they have their uses). And I wanted something strong and long-lasting.
These Master + Dynamic seem beautifully designed, well thought out, and sturdily built of mostly metal and covered with real leather. The sound quality is fantastic, listening to my favorite music with these after so many years with in-ear buds/monitors is - as the cliche goes - like listening to it for the first time. Be aware though, if you are listening to compressed audio files through a streaming device, cellphone, or other low-quality source, all of the audio defects of the files & cheap device DAC will be pretty obvious. Blaming these headphones for poor quality source material is just blaming the messenger (and likely the cause of 99% of reviews that dislike the audio). Seek out better quality source material and you'll hear the difference. These are wonderful, comfortable, and sound fantastic.
Some things I'd change/improve... the adjustment posts seem to slide a bit too easily and don't have a way to "lock" the setting, I'm frequently adjusting the fit as they tend to slide after a while. Also, the leather on the earpads seems extremely thin and delicate. I'm a bit concerned about the durability here, and some reviews bear that out. It seems they may have addressed the earpad build quality, and I think I saw some alcantara replacement pads that “might” hold up a bit better, but for now all is well. Thinking about getting some replacement earpads to have on hand just in case, along with an M+D lightning cable but as of now M+D seem to be out of stock for those items.
These are great headphones, designed with an attention to quality and detail that is hard to find these days. I admire the brand for their sense of design and social commitments. I look forward to using these headphones for a good long time.
UPDATE 2024
Ok, I know that everyone uses wireless headphones these days but I need to mention something about these wired M+D headphones. After several years of use I can say they are still excellent and have held up well. The most ANNOYING thing about these are the cable. The wire is coated in a textured fabric and it transmits an incredibly irritating dragging noise into the headphones if it moves even slightly against your clothing. Slight movements of my head or shoulder cause an abrasive scuff sound into the earpiece. It's annoying enough that I've thrown them off and gone back to Shure monitors. The hole on the headphone earpiece is very small and standard aftermarket headphones have barrels that are too large to fully insert. This is a shame because I need to use wired headphones with my musical instruments (can't use bluetooth due to latency) and the cable-drag noise is unbearable.
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From the brand
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Brilliant sound and design motivate everything we do. We have a deep passion for building beautifully crafted, technically sophisticated sound tools. Designed to be modern yet timeless, our headphones, earphones and speakers utilize only the finest materials and are engineered to last, creating the perfect balance of aesthetics, strength, comfort and exceptional sound.
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Immerse in pure sound with adaptive noise cancellation, 16h playtime, & AI-enhanced talk. Crafted with finest material as Glass, Kevlar
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From the Manufacturer:
With an unrelenting attention to craft and detail, we create sound tools to help focus, inspire and transport your mind. Brilliant sound and design motivate everything we do. We have a deep passion for building beautifully crafted, technically sophisticated sound tools. Designed to be modern yet timeless, our products utilize only the finest materials and are engineered to last, creating the perfect balance of aesthetics, strength, comfort and exceptional sound.
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Technically SuperiorMaster & Dynamic has a deep passion for designing technically sophisticated headphones that look as beautiful as they sound. The MH40 features the most advanced technology including the highest performance 45mm Neodymium drivers. Other features include dual audio ports, mute button, removable ear pads, inline mic. and fold flat design. |
Appointed with the Finest MaterialsBeautifully designed and built for decades of use using the highest quality luxury materials including premium leather, stainless steel, and aluminum - creating an iconic, durable and timeless look. Key components, including our lambskin ear pads and woven cables, are designed to be replaceable to ensure longevity. Accessories include: Protective carrying case, 2.0m Standard Cable, 3.5/6.3mm Gold Plated Adaptor and Leather Storage Box. |
Tuned for a Rich, Warm SoundWe sought a natural, detailed, live sound signature for our headphones. Our expansive soundscape captures the detail that well recorded music has to offer. Our tuning was designed to complement a diversity of tastes and musical genres. Our headphones have been widely reviewed and regarded as an industry leader for sound quality. |
Complemented by Functional DetailsWe carefully crafted essential functions and practical details into our designs, from the easily replaceable parts, to separating the microphone from the remote for increased vocal clarity. These details ensure that in addition to the high quality sound and design, they are comfortable and easy to use. |
MH40
Over Ear Headphones
Our MH40 Over Ear Headphones are engineered to last, utilizing only the finest materials to create the perfect balance of aesthetics, strength, comfort and sound. They make an elegant yet everyday addition to your desk, studio or home.
Technical Specifications
- Noise isolating
- Stainless steel components is all high strain areas
- Custom 45mm neodymium high-performance drivers
- Forged aluminum body
- Easily accessible mute button
- Interchangeable lambskin ear pads
- Apple compatibility
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| Price | $364.38 | $299.00 | — | $269.99 | $109.00 | — |
| Driver Size | 40mm | 40mm | 40mm | 45mm | 40mm | 45mm |
| Driver Diaphragm | Beryllium | Beryllium | Engineered Polymer | Engineered Polymer | Engineered Polymer | Engineered Polymer |
| Driver Motor Material | Neodymium | Neodymium | Neodymium | Neodymium | Neodymium | Neodymium |
| Weight | 245g | 205g (On-Ear), 239g (Over-Ear) | 276g | 345g | 205g | 360g |
| Dimensions | 165mm x 190mm x 66mm | 19cm H x 15.5cm W x 3.4cm T (On-Ear) 20cm H x 16.5mm W x 4mm T (Over-Ear) | 205mm x 202mm x 71mm | 200mm x 185mm x 50mm | 19cm H x 15.5cm W x 3.4cm | 200mm x 185mm x 50mm |
| Frequency | 20Hz to 20kHz | 5-30,000Hz | 20Hz - 20kHz | 5-25,000Hz | 5-30,000Hz | 5-25,000Hz |
| Ear Coupling | Circum-aural / Over-ear | Supra-Aural/On-Ear and Circum Aural/Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Circum-aural / Over-ear | Supra-aural / On-ear | Circum-aural / Over-ear |
| Battery | 24 Hours | 16 Hours | 18 Hours | 16 Hours | 16 Hours | N/A |
| Headphone Connection | Optional 3.5mm Passive Audio Input, Two-Prong Flight Adapter | 3.5mm jack + micro USB-C port | Bluetooth 5.0 Supporting AptX and SBC | 3.5mm jack + micro USB port | 3.5mm jack + micro USB-C port | Dual 3.5mm input jack |
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| Price | -6% $214.90 Typical: $228.87 | -48% $189.95 New Price: $364.38 | -18% $148.00 List: $179.95 | $399.00 | $149.00 | -15% $254.15 List: $299.00 |
| Delivery | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | Get it as soon as Monday, May 20 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 17 | — |
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| Sold By | Amazon.com | i-Tech Mall | BrandsWalk | Master & Dynamic | SIVGA | Master & Dynamic |
| connectivity tech | Wired | Bluetooth, Bluetooth | Wireless | Wireless | Wired | Wireless |
| headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
| connector type | 3.5mm Jack | wireless | — | USB Type C, 3.5mm Jack | Dual 2.5mm to 3.5mm | wireless |
| noise control | sound isolation | active noise cancellation | hybrid noise cancellation | sound isolation | sound isolation | active noise cancellation |
| headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | Attribute not applicable for product |
| cable feature | Without Cable, Detachable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Detachable | Without Cable |
| control type | Volume Control | Voice Control | — | Media Control | — | Voice Control |
| material | Aluminum, Stainless Steel | Aluminum, Metal | Plastic | Aluminum | Wood | Aluminum, Metal |
Reviews with images
Pretty OK but they sent me the wrong ones!
The MH40s are a great looking headphones. This is my first pair of high end headphones so I don’t have any room for comparison. They came in the mail all the way to Qatar in a fairly reasonable time but THEY SENT ME THE WRONG ONES. I ordered them in the black and gunmetal since they were the cheapest ones. I’m guessing since the brown/silver color scheme was the next cheapest ones they sent me those. They look good and didn’t want to deal with the hassle of returning them, sonI kept them. BUT THEY WERE NOT THE ONES I WANTED! I think a simple email to tell me they weren’t in stock would of been great and I probably would of gone with another color. But that inconvenience aside they are well built, no plastic pieces. They are pretty comfortable and the metal and genuine leather makes them look aesthetically unique. I use them with an iPhone XR and a tablet. If you listen to recordings of live music you will really feel like you’re there. I listened to Nirvana and Zoé MTV unplugged and it felt like I was actually at the show. All in all they are great headphones for the price I paid. With discounts and gift cards it came out to 160 and some change.
Top reviews from other countries
Kelvyn Baruc
Cumple con lo que la marca dice ofrecer
Reviewed in Mexico on June 14, 2020
Darius Lim
Warm, musical sounding, could have benefitted from headband padding
Reviewed in Singapore on December 2, 2020
Jerome D Green
Excellent Design and Quality
Reviewed in Australia on November 26, 2020
