Westone W40 - Reviews & Ratings

2 Reviews (D Tier | 3.2/10)

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Summary

Based on 2 reviews, the Westone W40 is getting lukewarm responses from reviewers, who note that it performs best with tempered expectations.

Average Reviewer Scores

Precogvision
Crin

Average Reviewer Score:

3.2

Very Poor

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Gaming Score

3.2

Gaming Grade

D

Westone W40 Details

Driver Configuration: 4BA

Tuning Type: Warm, V-Shaped

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Price (Msrp): $599

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Reviews

Reviewed by: Crin

Crin 3.5 Reviewer Score
D Tuning
C Tech
Overbearing lower mids, weird treble, odd tonality overall. Definitely a Westone.

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Reviewed by: Precogvision

Precogvision 2.9 Reviewer Score
D+ Tuning
D Tech
Very dark and smoothed over, lacking in basic detailing.

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Bass: D Mids: C- Treble: C- Dynamics: D Details: D Imaging: C-

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Average Technical & Tuning Grades

Average Tunign Grade

D
  • Tonality remains inconsistent, with uneven peaks and dips that disrupt musical flow. You'll constantly notice peaks or dips pulling focus.

Average Technical Grade

D+
  • Even moderate complexity exposes the limited resolution and narrow sense of space. Technical fans will find it lacking.
Bass D
Expect a restrained low end that prioritizes cleanliness over excitement. Impact comes across soft and restrained.
Mids C-
Expect adequate midrange presence with a touch of grit and unevenness. Textures smear when the mix gets busy.
Treble C-
The top end sounds acceptable but lacks the smoothness of higher tiers. Air is hinted at more than delivered.
Dynamics D
Dynamics come across throttled, leaving energetic moments underwhelming. Energetic passages land with a thud.
Details D
Modest detail presentation that sacrifices texture and masks subtle nuances. It conveys the basics but not the nuance.
Imaging C-
Separation is good enough for casual listening yet misses audiophile precision. Depth remains limited but present.
Gaming D
Compromised imaging significantly impacts gameplay awareness. Directional cues often lack accuracy or consistency. Bad value-to-cost for gaming purpose - not recommended

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