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Westone Audio MACH 40

8.2
/ 10

Specifications

Impedance
16 Ω
Sensitivity
108 dB/mW
Type
IEM
Amp required
Not necessary

Score by configuration

No amplifier
7
Portable amp
7.5
Desktop amp
8.2

Max score assumes optimal full audio chain.

Analysis

The Westone Audio MACH 40 is a high end iem with 16Ω impedance and 108dB sensitivity. At 16Ω, these headphones drive well from most phones and computers without needing an external amplifier.

Your audio source matters more than most people think. Spotify High Quality is fine for casual listening, but with FLAC files or lossless services like Apple Music or TIDAL you'll hear a clear improvement — especially with high end headphones like these.

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