Shure SRH440 Headset Review

The name Shure has been linked up with mics and headphones for years and is the first brand that springs to mind in this area. Their products are of premier quality and have been thoroughly tested and trusted by pro musicians and vocalists for decades. The 440s rank between the 240s and the 840s, of which we are going to write more at the end of this review.

One of the first and most inspiring feature of the Shure SRH440 is their strength and toughness - these phones are built to last and will stand a lot of knocking about. Everything about them, from the hinges to the replaceable cable, claims durability and quality. They are designed for heavy use as is proven by the jack plug that fits sharply and safely into the concomitant quarter inch jack adapter.

In the last analysis nonetheless people buy these earphones confidently, not due to their classy charm or their toughness, but essentially, for their sound quality which is top-line. (A unconditional obligation within the voice overs industry.) Shure publicize the undeniable fact that the SRH440s have the most neutral tonal reproduction of the 3 models in the line and I'd agree this is a precise statement. They sound well balanced with clear as crystal tonal reproduction, with a slight, pleasing boost on the bass end.

Because of the strength of these earphones I revealed that after 30 minutes I wanted to pull the ear-pads away from my ears and after some weeks essentially replaced the detachable pads with the improved memory-foam pads of the 840 version, which I revealed to be extremely comfy, even after 2 hours of continual listening. The 840 pads cost about $20 a pair. Aside from that minor objection, I unhesitatingly advocate the Shure SRH440s for their peerless quality and sound.

I mentioned the SRH240s and the SRH840s earlier and will briefly introduce these versions. The 240s look reasonable but feel cheaper and lack the sound quality of the other 2. They produce a clear sound but are not as refined as class-leading brands at this price. The ear-pads and headband feel comfortable even after prolonged listening. The 840s have the specified clear as crystal tonal reproduction we have come to expect of Shure and their build quality is faultless. They also are excellent value for money but are ponderous and feel heavy. The wire is too short but the ear-pads are incredibly comfy.

I have only briefly described the 240s and 840s and demand that the 440s are a miles better investment and will meet all of your expectations for phones of formidable quality.

Jeff Henderson also recommends the Shure SRH440 for voice over work. This earphone set used along side the Shure Beta 58A mike are a brilliant combo! Shure SRH440 Headset Review