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AKG N40 Headphones
AKG N40
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Sennheiser IE 800 Headphones
Sennheiser IE 800
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Sennheiser IE 800s Headphones
Sennheiser IE 800s
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Sony XBA-N3AP Headphones
Sony XBA-N3AP
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Editiorial reviews
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2 editorial reviews
With the right source, these AKGs are awesomeRead more
Although they’re not one of the most prominent brands in the audio industry, AKG has consistently produced some of the most well respected professional hardware that money can buy. Their studio headphones have been used to produce some of the most prolific albums in history, and their microphones are found in concerts all over the world. While they’ve always had a role in consumer grade audio gear, they’re often considered a bit of a best-kept secret. With products ranging from affordable to premium, they’ve got something for almost anyone’s taste. Note: At no extra cost to you, we may earnRead more
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4.4 out of 5
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The ie800S is a fine update that executes its incredibly crisp, clear tuning with great refinement and remarkable technical aptitude.Read more
These Sennheisers are high-end headphones, but the sound needs a polishRead more
It's been a few years since Sennheiser dropped its best attempt at an in-ear headphone, and now in 2018, we have an update. As the name implies, the IE 800 S is a tweaked version of that first-rate earphone that we adored.Read more
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Best in-ears £200+, Awards 2012. A commuting audiophile’s best friendRead more
The best Sony headphones that we've tested are the Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless. These comfortable, well-built over-ears are the upgraded version of the Sony WH-1000XM3 Wireless.Read more
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4.2 out of 5
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Technical details

Sound outputStereoStereoStereoStereo
StyleIn-EarIn-EarIn-EarIn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWired
N/A
Wired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yesno
N/A
yes

Design

Colour of productBlack,SilverBlackBlackBlack
Acoustic designClosedClosed
N/A
Closed
Attachment typeEarloop/Ear conchEar canal
N/A
Ear canal
Body material
N/A
  • Ceramics
  • Plastic
  • Silicone
N/A
N/A
Category
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Travel and Commuting
N/A
N/A
Noise isolating
N/A
yesyes
N/A
Foldable
N/A
N/A
no
N/A
Connector contacts plating
N/A
N/A
N/A
Gold

Dimensions

Weight0.78 oz0.28 oz0.28 oz0.25 oz

Sound

Impedance20.0 Ω16.0 Ω16.0 Ω32.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 115
N/A
< 125< 105
Frequency range12 - 400008 - 410005 - 465003 - 40000
Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
N/A
  • Dynamic
  • Balanced
Maximum input power10.0 mW
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N/A
N/A
Diaphragm diameter
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0.27 in
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N/A
Driver size
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0.28 in
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0.35 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)
N/A
0.06 %
N/A
N/A

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