Shure SRH1540 Premium Closed-Back Headphones with 40mm Neodymium Drivers for Clear Highs and Extended Bass, Built for Professional Audio/Sound

The Shure SRH1540 headphones have received positive customer reviews overall, with many stating that they have an immersive soundstage, exceptional imaging, and extended comfort for those with larger heads. The bass response is strong, but with a very smooth response curve that's excellent for music listening. They are designed for pro audio in-the-box mixing and mastering, and comfortable for long use. Some customers recommend using the Sonarworks EQ, as the headphones can be revealing on poorly mastered recordings. The ear padding can be fragile, prone to sliding off and falling apart. Despite relatively low passive noise cancellation, the headphones are positively reviewed for their clarity, spacial expression, safety, and attention to frequency range reproduction. Some customers have found the amount of bass to be too much for their tastes. Lastly, some customers have complained about quality control issues that make the product faulty, and tampered with packaging.