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product_id: 518364512
title: "M40x Professional Studio Headphones for studio recording, creators, DJs, podcasts and everyday listening & AKAI Professional MPK Mini– 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller"
brand: "audio-technica"
price: "R9544"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
category: "Audio Technica"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/518364512-m40x-professional-studio-headphones-for-studio-recording-creators-djs-podcasts
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Flat frequency response 15Hz-24kHz 25 velocity-sensitive mini keys 8 backlit MPC-style pads M40x Professional Studio Headphones for studio recording, creators, DJs, podcasts and everyday listening & AKAI Professional MPK Mini– 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** R9544
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound game — from studio precision to beat-making mastery!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** M40x Professional Studio Headphones for studio recording, creators, DJs, podcasts and everyday listening & AKAI Professional MPK Mini– 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** R9544 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/518364512-m40x-professional-studio-headphones-for-studio-recording-creators-djs-podcasts)

## Best For

- audio-technica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audio-technica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play Creativity:** Compact USB-powered MIDI keyboard with instant DAW compatibility—your portable music studio.
- • **Comfort Meets Durability:** Pro-grade earpads and headband materials ensure all-day comfort and long-lasting use.
- • **Precision Audio Monitoring:** Experience studio-grade flat tuning for crystal-clear sound accuracy across all frequencies.
- • **Seamless One-Ear Monitoring:** 90° swiveling earcups let you stay connected to your environment without missing a beat.
- • **Ultimate Production Control:** Command your beats with 8 velocity-sensitive pads, 8 assignable knobs, and a dynamic four-way joystick.

## Overview

The Audio-Technica M40x headphones deliver professional-grade, flat frequency response (15Hz-24kHz) with superior sound isolation and swiveling earcups for one-ear monitoring, built for creators, DJs, and podcasters. Paired with the AKAI MPK Mini MK3, a compact USB MIDI controller featuring 25 velocity-sensitive keys, 8 backlit MPC-style pads, 8 assignable knobs, and a four-way joystick, this combo offers a complete, portable music production setup designed for both beginners and pros seeking total creative control.

## Description

From the manufacturer Audio-Technica M40x Professional Studio Headphones for studio recording, creators, DJs, podcasts and everyday listening Black The high-performance ATH-M40x professional headphones are tuned flat for incredibly accurate audio monitoring across an extended frequency range. Your studio experience is enhanced with superior sound isolation and swiveling earcups for convenient one-ear monitoring. Engineered with pro-grade materials and robust construction, the M40x excels in professional studio tracking and mixing, as well as DJ monitoring. AKAI Professional MPK Mini– 25 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 8 Backlit Drum Pads, 8 Knobs and Music Production Software Included Introducing the MPK Mini MK3 – Your Hit Song Starts Here.strong>Introducing the MPK Mini MK3, the 3rd iteration of the world’s legendary best-selling mini 25-key plug and play USB MIDI keyboard controller that redefined how a generation of creators make music.p>Everything the modern music producer demands is here: Universal compatibility for instant integration with your favourite host music production app (DAW); its compact size makes it an ideal travel companion; its arsenal of beat pads, an arpeggiator, MPC Note Repeat and Full Level, a Four-way joystick and MIDI assignable controls let you take compete command of every aspect of your production; the new Gen 2 enhanced dynamic keybed guarantees your performance is captured with every subtle inflection of your delivery. For the beginner, MPK Mini is a complete package with every tool you need to create hit songs from the get-go. For the working professional, MPK Mini is the ultimate musical Swiss Army knife, ready to deliver on any musical task. Every song starts somewhere, so rid yourself of any roadblocks by starting your next hit with MPK Mini MK3.p>Complete Music Production Starter Kitstrong>p>Your journey to a hit song starts with MPK Mini MK3 and the Complete Music Production Starter Kit is the roadmap to your destination. Start with a DAW based on the legendary MPC workflow, add in drum and sample expansion packs that the industry pros use, and top it off with the most versatile virtual plugin instruments available today, the possibilities are endless. Featured software includes MPC Beats, AIR Hybrid, Mini Grand, Velvet and assorted MPC Expansion packs.p>Setup Simplicitystrong>p>Don’t want to get bogged down in complicated installs? MPK Mini MK3 features a single install (available as a download upon registration on the Akai Professional website) of all this industry-standard software so you spend less time bogged down in technicality and more time creating your next hit.p>

## Features

- Product 1: Cutting-edge engineering and robust construction, with detatable cable (2 cables included)
- Product 1: Tuned flat for incredibly accurate sound monitoring across the entire frequency range
- Product 1: Professional-grade earpad and headband material delivers more durability and comfort. Sensitivity: 98 dB. It does not have a mic
- Product 1: 90 swiveling earcups for easy, one-ear monitoring and frequency response is 15 to 24,000 Hz
- Product 2: Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 25 mini MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesiser control and beat production
- Product 2: Total Control of your Production - Innovative Four-way thumbstick for dynamic pitch and modulation control, plus a built-in arpeggiator with adjustable resolution, range and modes
- Product 2: The MPC Experience - Eight backlit velocity-sensitive MPC-style MIDI beat pads with Note Repeat and Full Level for programming drums, triggering samples and controlling virtual synth / DAW controls
- Product 2: Complete Command of your Virtual Instruments and FX - 8 360-degree knobs assign to all your music studio plugins for mixing, tweaking synth controls and more

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BYPGFCJC |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | Studio Recording, Podcasting, DJing |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | 66,881 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 291 in Studio Headphones |
| Box Contents | Cable, User Manual |
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
| Brand Name | Audio-Technica |
| Cable Features | Retractable |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Laptops, Desktops, Tablets, Smartphones, Music Production Equipment |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Media Control |
| Ear placement | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | over-ear |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Form factor | Over Ear |
| Frequency Range | 15 Hz - 24,000 Hz |
| Frequency Response | 15000 Hz |
| Frequency response | 15000 Hz |
| Headphone Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Manufacturer | Audio-Technica |
| Model Name | Studio |
| Model Number | ATH-M40X |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Noise control | Sound Isolation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Features | durability |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB |
| Specific Uses For Product | Music |
| Style Name | single |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Colour:** Black
- **Ear placement:** Over Ear
- **Form factor:** Over Ear
- **Noise control:** Sound Isolation
- **Frequency response:** 1.5E+4 Hz
- **Sensitivity:** 98 dB
- **Headphone jack:** 3.5 mm Jack
- **Model name:** Studio
- **Connectivity technology:** Wired

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-08-12*