• The SRH1440 is suited for recording applications delivering full-range audio with rich bass. Its open back, circumaural design offers an exceptional natural sound, a wide stereo image and increased depth of field.
• The new flagship headphones SRH1840 feature individually matched drivers for unparalleled acoustic performance with smooth, extended highs and accurate bass, appealing to studio pros as well as audio enthusiasts.

London UK, December 6, 2011. With the launch of the new SRH1440 and SRH1840 headphones, Shure enhance the award winning SRH headphone portfolio with their first professional open back studio headphones.

Delivering on customer requests, Shure’s open-back headphones provide an alternate choice, designed for professional engineers who require a reference sound comparable to near-field monitors to achieve the best mix and production quality. Leveraging superior sound, comfort, sleek design, and legendary Shure quality, the SRH1440 and SRH1840 are engineered to withstand the rigors of everyday use, while creating an exceptionally natural sound, wide stereo image, and increased depth of field. The open-back, circumaural design of the new SRH models enables sound to move more freely and with minimal distortion.

The SRH1440 is suited for recording applications delivering full-range audio with rich bass. Its open back, circumaural design offers an exceptional natural sound, a wide stereo image and increased depth of field. The dual-exit cables with gold-plated MMCX connectors provide secure connection, are detachable and easily replaced.

The new flagship headphones SRH1840 feature individually matched drivers for unparalleled acoustic performance with smooth, extended highs and accurate bass, appealing to studio pros as well as audio enthusiasts. Developed with premium materials and precision engineered, the custom-crafted design is extremely lightweight and durable. The premium-padded headband of the SRH1840 provides maximum listening comfort – even during long recording sessions.

“As with our existing headphones, Shure developed these two new models with audio production and critical listening in mind,” said Matt Engstrom, Category Director for Monitoring Products at Shure. “All Shure earphones and headphones are designed to not colour or change the sound, to give artists and engineers an accurate representation of their work. The SRH1840 and SRH1440 continue that tradition. They reveal every detail, no matter how subtle, making them an ideal fit for the most demanding audio applications.”

Both SRH1440 and SRH1840 offer legendary Shure quality and come with a comprehensive selection of accessories such as cables and adapters, a spare pair of velour earpads plus a metal storage case.

Notes to Editor

The new SRH headphones will be available throughout Europe from early 2012. The recommended retail prices are SRH1440 £339.00 ex. VAT and SRH1840 £499.00 ex. VAT.

SRH1840: Unparalleled Acoustic Performance with Smooth, High-End Extension

The SRH1840 model features:

 Individually matched 40mm neodymium drivers for unparalleled acoustic performance with smooth, high-end extension

 Aircraft-grade aluminium alloy yoke and stainless steel grilles for enhanced durability and custom-crafted lightweight design

 Steel driver frame with a vented centre pole piece to improve linearity and eliminate internal resonance for consistent performance at all listening levels

 Ergonomic dual-frame, padded headband is lightweight and fully adjustable for hours of listening comfort

SRH1440: Full Range Audio with Rich Bass and Detailed Highs

The SRH1440 model features:

 40mm neodymium drivers, to deliver full-range audio with rich, controlled bass and detailed highs in a sleek, attractive design

 Optimized impedance for a direct connection to a wide range of portable audio devices

 A premium-padded headband with a steel frame for a comfortable fit

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About Shure Incorporated Founded in 1925,

Shure Incorporated (www.shure.com) is widely acknowledged as the world's leading manufacturer of microphones and audio electronics. Over the years, the Company has designed and produced many high-quality professional and consumer audio products that have become legendary for performance, reliability, and value. Shure’s diverse product line includes world-class wired microphones and wireless microphone systems for performers and presenters, award-winning earphones and headsets for MP3 players and smartphones, and top-rated phonograph cartridges for professional DJs. Today, Shure products are the first choice whenever audio performance is a top priority.

Shure Incorporated corporate headquarters is located in Niles, Illinois, in the United States. The Company has additional manufacturing facilities and regional sales offices in China, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, The United Kingdom, and the United States.

About Shure Distribution UK

Shure Distribution UK (SDUK) was acquired by Shure Incorporated in early 2003 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Shure Inc. While Shure Inc focuses on the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of Shure products, SDUK is a multibrand distributor and embraces a number of additional brands in its portfolio in order to provide a full audio solution to its customers.

The SDUK portfolio includes products from Shure, QSC Audio, Radial, Sound Devices, Servoreeler, SKB, Phonic and Primacoustic. These additional brands handled by SDUK have been selected with care and represent the best products available in the field of Pro Audio.