Shure SRH1540

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Shure SRH1540

Shure

SRH1540

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 328082
Brand: Shure
Model: SRH1540
Price: $603.90

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The SRH1540s are seriously impressive studio headphones – the detail and clarity are outstanding. They’re a fantastic choice for mixing, mastering, or just enjoying high-resolution audio with accuracy. If you need a reliable, detailed closed-back for critical listening, these are hard to beat.

Product Description

  • Shure SRH1540
  • Headphones
  • Closed-back
  • Circumaural
  • Dynamic
  • 40 mm driver with neodymium magnet
  • Impedance: 46 Ohm
  • SPL: 99 dB
  • Max. input level: 1000 mW
  • Frequency response: 5 - 25000 Hz
  • Gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo plug connector
  • Dual-sided
  • detachable 1.8 m cable
  • Weight with cable: 329 g
  • Weight without cable: 292 g
  • Incl. spare alcantara ear pads
  • gold-plated screw adapter and travel box
PROS
  • • Exceptional detail retrieval across the frequency spectrum
  • • Alcantara ear pads offer luxurious comfort for extended listening
  • • Robust build quality with metal headband and durable hinges
  • • Well-balanced sound signature suitable for critical monitoring and enjoyment
CONS
  • • Relatively heavy, can cause fatigue during long listening sessions
  • • Closed-back design limits soundstage perception; feels somewhat 'in your head'
  • • Premium-priced, may be a significant investment for some users

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Key Features

Type Closed-back, Circumaural
Driver Size 40 mm
Impedance 46 Ohm
Frequency Range 5 - 25000 Hz
Sensitivity 99 dB
Cable Dual-sided, detachable 1.8 m
Weight 329 g (with cable)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 1540s have a noticeably smaller soundstage than the open-back 840s due to the closed-back design, feeling more intimate and direct.
While the Alcantara pads are plush, the weight can be a factor; shorter listening sessions are preferable or a comfortable headphone stand is recommended.
The 46-ohm impedance is manageable for many mobile devices, but a dedicated amp will unlock their full potential and deliver a more powerful, dynamic sound.

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