Shure Aonic 40

Shure's wireless Aonic 40 headphones offer accurate, highly customizable audio performance and multiple connectivity methods, but their noise-cancellation capabilities aren't quite in line with their price.

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Product details

  • PREMIUM STUDIO-QUALITY SOUND - Clear, studio-quality sound engineered from decades of experience developing products for music legends and performers of all kinds.
  • STABLE LONG-RANGE BLUETOOTH 5 WIRELESS CONNECTION - Bluetooth 5 wireless technology provides enhanced stability and a range of up to 30 feet (10 meters). Pairs to phones, tablets and laptops.
  • ADJUSTABLE NOISE CANCELLING & ENVIRONMENT MODE - Adjustable noise cancellation blocks out noise for a truly immersive listening experience. Three digital ANC settings for extended low-frequency cancellation and a natural experience. Environment Mode ** allows you to hear the outside world ** with the push of a button.
  • BEAMFORMING MICROPHONES FOR PREMIUM CALL QUALITY AUDIO - Premium call quality with exceptional audio through beamforming microphones for video conferencing and phone calls. Dual USB audio mode allows for two-way mic communication with the included USB-C cable.
  • LONG-WEARING OVER EAR COMFORT, DURABLE, & LIGHTWEIGHT - Long-wearing comfort and durability built to last and withstand the rigors of the road. Made with premium materials including glass filled nylon and aircraft grade aluminum alloy. Lightweight and portable design folds flat and collapses for easy travel and storage.
  • 25 HOURS BATTERY LIFE - Up to 25 hours battery life with quick charge capability. Fifteen minutes of charge gets you 5 hours of use.
  • CUSTOMIZABLE EQ & MULTIPLE CODECS - Choose from multiple presets, or create your own custom EQ using the free ShurePlus PLAY app. Saves directly to your headphones for easy transfer across other apps or devices. Support for multiple codecs including Qualcomm aptX, aptX HD, AAC, and SBC.

PROS

+ Relatively accurate audio performance
+ Multiple connectivity options

CONS

- Noise cancellation mode affects audio and changes with head position

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on January 11, 2022
Shure's wireless Aonic 40 headphones offer accurate, highly customizable audio performance and multiple connectivity methods, but their noise-cancellation capabilities aren't quite in line with their price.
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