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# Open-back airy sound Interchangeable 3.5mm cord Stainless steel chassis KPH40 Utility On-Ear Headphones, Stealth Grey, Interchangeable Cord

**Brand:** koss
**Price:** $89.15
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game with timeless comfort and style

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** KPH40 Utility On-Ear Headphones, Stealth Grey, Interchangeable Cord by koss
- **How much does it cost?** $89.15 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- koss enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Built to last:** Durable stainless steel adjustable headband ensures a premium, long-lasting fit.
- • **Featherlight comfort:** Ultra-lightweight design with soft foam cushions lets you forget you’re wearing them all day.
- • **Audiophile-grade clarity:** Experience spacious, detailed sound that rivals headphones costing 2-4x more.
- • **Customizable connectivity:** Interchangeable 3.5mm cable adapts effortlessly to your device’s needs.
- • **Retro style meets modern tech:** Stealth grey finish with a vintage vibe that stands out in any professional setting.

## Overview

The Koss KPH40 Utility On-Ear Headphones combine open-back audiophile sound with a lightweight stainless steel frame and soft foam cushions. Featuring an interchangeable 3.5mm cord, these stealth grey headphones deliver spacious, clear audio with durable build quality—perfect for professionals seeking premium sound without the premium price.

## Description

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Review: More comfortable and a little softer-sounding than the KPH30. - I love the sound of the Koss KPH30. An unexpected treat given their low price, they're airy and have great treble balance and clarity. They're not very comfortable for my big head for more than an hour or so, though, due to pressure on my ears. I figured these would have a similar sound but be more comfortable. For the most part, I was right. They are more comfortable in that they rest lighter on my ears (you can almost forget that you're wearing them). I also like that they barely use any plastic.. I could see the '30s plastic getting brittle and cracking over the years (time will tell, though). These look more elegant, and weigh almost nothing. Not using as much plastic also heightens the impression of quality/luxury (not that these are going to be mistaken for $400 Mezes..). The interchangeable cable is appreciated, as my new phone unfortunately doesn't have a 3.5mm. I haven't purchased the C-cord yet, but it's a nice option to have. Sound-wise, the treble is slightly softer and more rolled-off than the '30s. Still plenty of detail, and they're less fatiguing (not that I'd call the '30s fatiguing.. just that these are even less so). Perhaps a smidge less bassy/punchy, but still good for the class. I'd say these are even more spacious-sounding, though. These are the kind of headphones that you close your eyes and throw your head back to be enveloped in sound. That's a marvel at this price point, and something that Koss probably does the best, which is why despite having significantly more expensive headphones from multiple boutique brands in my collection, I still consider Koss one of my favorite brands and keep coming back to them. You get so much quality sound for the money, they embarrass most brands costing 2-4x as much; and when you do find headphones that are truly better, you look at how the Koss are a mere fraction of the price, and you kind of laugh to yourself about the law of diminishing returns.. So ultimately, while I do miss the extra bite of the treble of the Koss KPH30s, the added comfort and even more spacious sound mean these are still the ones I use most. Even for those of you that have much more expensive sets, I still recommend buying these, even if just to use when you travel. I originally bought these/the KPH30s as a cheap travel set, but I like them so much they're pretty much all I use anymore. It's kinda funny--15+ years ago it was the Koss PortaPro that first captivated me and made me obsessed with sound. I wouldn't have guessed that I'd be back to midrange Koss sets all these years later, but here I am. These feel and sound like a contemporary analog to the PortaPros. In a way, it feels like home to me.
Review: Great Koss sound! Found the perfect cable extension. - I wanted a lightweight & comfortable, affordable, yet great-sounding pair of on-hear headphones to sit at my desk (not travel) with. Fortunately, Koss came up in one of my many searches and I suddenly remembered my very first pair of headphones for my very first stereo back in the late 70's. They surprisingly blew away all the competition back then, even Pioneer, Panasonic and Sony headphones. Sounded like you were right in the concert hall! So I looked at all the latest offerings by Koss, and really appreciated the long review for this pair by the top reviewer 'Ender'—comparing different models of Koss & other headphones. (I don't have time to be an audiophile, I just want to enjoy my music collection in iTunes while sitting at the computer). I immediately ordered these headphones. I knew I would also want to extend the cable, but waited until after they arrived to see the size and types of plugs they were fitted with. (The Q&A for this product in regard to that was too technical & confusing to follow.) These headphone did not disappoint! They have that great Koss sound, with a comfortable lightweight band on my head, which gratefully doesn't get snagged in my thick curly hair. Don't let the appearance of the thin foam earpads fool you— they are comfy, secured well and transmit the audio clearly. (UPDATE: I had initially tried adding a pair of Yaxi pads as suggested by another helpful reviewer, but those would not stay on, and were so thick the sound was being muffled. Stick with the OEM earpads!) Next up was to find a longer extension cable that fit. Curious that Koss doesn't offer anything—even on their website. I first noted that the tip that plugs into the cable that is permanently attached to the headphones is 2.5mm (male) and the other plug that goes into your computer, music device, etc. is 3.5mm (thicker plug), also male. Then I had to learn the difference between TRRS (3 black rings on the tip of the plug) and TRS (2 black rings). So the search was on for a quality extension cable with a 2.5mm male TRRS plug and a 3.5mm male TRS plug—which is exactly what these headphones require. I found only one such cable on desertcart—ASIN: B08MX53T1T and took a chance despite the ridiculous product name. Turns out it is of solid build and does not diminish the sound quality of these Koss headphones. Total length of combined straight & coiled cord is 51 inches, not stretched. Minimal upgrade costs and these headphones are customized for my comfort & listening pleasure! I recommend all of these parts, but probably not as a mobile on-the-go setup—I'm not sure the headphones would hold up to that, they seem too fragile for traveling with. (The extension cable would certainly hold up, though.) Enjoy, and I hope this helped!

## Features

- Open-Back, On-Ear Design, Retro Look
- Ultra Lightweight, Stainless Steel Chassis
- Audiophile Sound Performance
- Soft, Foam Ear Cushions
- 3.5mm Utility Cord Included

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09KZC94X1 |
| Additional Features | Lightweight |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | Everyday Use, Traveling, Exercising, Recording |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,908 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #260 in On-Ear Headphones #696 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones |
| Brand | Koss |
| Brand Name | Koss |
| Built-In Media | Cable |
| Cable Features | Detachable |
| Color | Stealth Black |
| Compatible Devices | Devices with 3.5mm audio jack, USB-C port, or Lightning port |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Media Control |
| Controller Type | Wired |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 1,349 Reviews |
| Ear Placement | On Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Rounded, flat or slightly curved surface |
| Enclosure Material | Stainless Steel |
| Form Factor | On Ear |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Frequency Response | 25000 hertz |
| Headphone Folding Features | On Ear |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | On Ear |
| Impedance | 60 ohm |
| Item Weight | 0.11 kg |
| Manufacturer | Koss |
| Model Name | KPH40 Utility Parent |
| Model Number | KPH40 Utility Parent |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Sensitivity | 101 db |
| Style Name | open-back |
| Theme | Retro |
| UPC | 021299197455 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Koss
- **Color:** Stealth Black
- **Ear Placement:** On Ear
- **Form Factor:** On Ear
- **Impedance:** 60 Ohms

## Images

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![KPH40 Utility On-Ear Headphones, Stealth Grey, Interchangeable Cord - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/513KkfERbwL.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do these use same speakers as Porta Pros?**
A: Officially, I have never seen Koss admit that Kph40 and Porta Pros have the same driver.  But having both, I tested them on a Steely Dan song "Lunch with Gina" and I can't tell any difference in the sound.  So I think it comes to which head band you prefer, the folding Porta Pros or the single band 40.

**Q: Where can you buy a balanced cable for the KPH40 utility headphones?**
A: Just got mine KPH40 and checked the cable. It seems that 2.5mm TRRS socket is indeed balanced, but configured in 3.5mm standard (T: R+, R: L+, R: L-, S: R-). So it's NOT compatible with 2.5mm balanced output (like FIIO BTR5) using "straight" cable. You would have to use crossed cable for this setup (haven't found one yet), or use device with 3.5mm balanced standard.

**Q: Does anyone know when these will be back in stock? I would love to get a pair! :-)**
A: I Believe these are Quite available now (compared when 1st introduced !) either through Amazon- or Koss Factory Direct.

**Q: Koss should make a bluetooth ‘pendant’ for the utility series. that would be the icing. does any know of a bluetooth receiver with 2.5 mm termination?**
A: There are none. The problem here is you need to convert the 2.5mm trrs configuration with a wire. You can get any wire which fits hd598 either balanced or unbalanced. Then only connect to a Bluetooth pendant.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ More comfortable and a little softer-sounding than the KPH30.
*by A***Y on April 5, 2023*

I love the sound of the Koss KPH30. An unexpected treat given their low price, they're airy and have great treble balance and clarity. They're not very comfortable for my big head for more than an hour or so, though, due to pressure on my ears. I figured these would have a similar sound but be more comfortable. For the most part, I was right. They are more comfortable in that they rest lighter on my ears (you can almost forget that you're wearing them). I also like that they barely use any plastic.. I could see the '30s plastic getting brittle and cracking over the years (time will tell, though). These look more elegant, and weigh almost nothing. Not using as much plastic also heightens the impression of quality/luxury (not that these are going to be mistaken for $400 Mezes..). The interchangeable cable is appreciated, as my new phone unfortunately doesn't have a 3.5mm. I haven't purchased the C-cord yet, but it's a nice option to have. Sound-wise, the treble is slightly softer and more rolled-off than the '30s. Still plenty of detail, and they're less fatiguing (not that I'd call the '30s fatiguing.. just that these are even less so). Perhaps a smidge less bassy/punchy, but still good for the class. I'd say these are even more spacious-sounding, though. These are the kind of headphones that you close your eyes and throw your head back to be enveloped in sound. That's a marvel at this price point, and something that Koss probably does the best, which is why despite having significantly more expensive headphones from multiple boutique brands in my collection, I still consider Koss one of my favorite brands and keep coming back to them. You get so much quality sound for the money, they embarrass most brands costing 2-4x as much; and when you do find headphones that are truly better, you look at how the Koss are a mere fraction of the price, and you kind of laugh to yourself about the law of diminishing returns.. So ultimately, while I do miss the extra bite of the treble of the Koss KPH30s, the added comfort and even more spacious sound mean these are still the ones I use most. Even for those of you that have much more expensive sets, I still recommend buying these, even if just to use when you travel. I originally bought these/the KPH30s as a cheap travel set, but I like them so much they're pretty much all I use anymore. It's kinda funny--15+ years ago it was the Koss PortaPro that first captivated me and made me obsessed with sound. I wouldn't have guessed that I'd be back to midrange Koss sets all these years later, but here I am. These feel and sound like a contemporary analog to the PortaPros. In a way, it feels like home to me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Koss sound! Found the perfect cable extension.
*by C***S on July 7, 2023*

I wanted a lightweight & comfortable, affordable, yet great-sounding pair of on-hear headphones to sit at my desk (not travel) with. Fortunately, Koss came up in one of my many searches and I suddenly remembered my very first pair of headphones for my very first stereo back in the late 70's. They surprisingly blew away all the competition back then, even Pioneer, Panasonic and Sony headphones. Sounded like you were right in the concert hall! So I looked at all the latest offerings by Koss, and really appreciated the long review for this pair by the top reviewer 'Ender'—comparing different models of Koss & other headphones. (I don't have time to be an audiophile, I just want to enjoy my music collection in iTunes while sitting at the computer). I immediately ordered these headphones. I knew I would also want to extend the cable, but waited until after they arrived to see the size and types of plugs they were fitted with. (The Q&A for this product in regard to that was too technical & confusing to follow.) These headphone did not disappoint! They have that great Koss sound, with a comfortable lightweight band on my head, which gratefully doesn't get snagged in my thick curly hair. Don't let the appearance of the thin foam earpads fool you— they are comfy, secured well and transmit the audio clearly. (UPDATE: I had initially tried adding a pair of Yaxi pads as suggested by another helpful reviewer, but those would not stay on, and were so thick the sound was being muffled. Stick with the OEM earpads!) Next up was to find a longer extension cable that fit. Curious that Koss doesn't offer anything—even on their website. I first noted that the tip that plugs into the cable that is permanently attached to the headphones is 2.5mm (male) and the other plug that goes into your computer, music device, etc. is 3.5mm (thicker plug), also male. Then I had to learn the difference between TRRS (3 black rings on the tip of the plug) and TRS (2 black rings). So the search was on for a quality extension cable with a 2.5mm male TRRS plug and a 3.5mm male TRS plug—which is exactly what these headphones require. I found only one such cable on Amazon—ASIN: B08MX53T1T and took a chance despite the ridiculous product name. Turns out it is of solid build and does not diminish the sound quality of these Koss headphones. Total length of combined straight & coiled cord is 51 inches, not stretched. Minimal upgrade costs and these headphones are customized for my comfort & listening pleasure! I recommend all of these parts, but probably not as a mobile on-the-go setup—I'm not sure the headphones would hold up to that, they seem too fragile for traveling with. (The extension cable would certainly hold up, though.) Enjoy, and I hope this helped!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 6 Month Review
*by J***O on April 5, 2026*

I absolutely love these headphones. I picked up the Koss KPH40 Utility On-Ear Headphones and they’ve completely won me over. I did upgrade them with the official Koss oversized replacement cushion ear pads, and that made a huge difference in comfort—highly recommend doing that. I mainly use them with Apple Music on my Mac Mini, while at my desk, and the sound quality is just fantastic for the price. They’re clear, detailed, and have a really enjoyable, natural tuning that makes everything from vocals to instruments shine. They don’t try too hard—they just sound right. They’re also incredibly lightweight, which makes them perfect for long listening sessions. With the upgraded pads, I can wear them for hours without any discomfort. What really surprised me is how much I keep reaching for these over more expensive headphones. There’s just something about the sound and simplicity that makes them so enjoyable. Koss really nailed it with these. Amazing value, great sound, and super comfortable (especially with the upgraded pads). Highly recommend!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Koss KPH40 Utility On-Ear Headphones, Detachable Interchangeable Cord System, Retro Style, Ultra Lightweight Design (Stealth Black)
- YAXI EARPADS for Koss PORTAPRO (Black)
- Koss KSC75 Portable On-Ear Clip Headphones, Retro Style, Ultra Lightweight, Silver and Black

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