Maxell Bass 13 199840
The 40mm drivers deliver a bass-forward sound profile, while the closed-back, noise-isolating design passively blocks ambient noise for distraction-free listening. Weighing just 164g with a soft cushion headband and earpads, these wired headphones remain comfortable through extended sessions and include a built-in microphone for hands-free calls. Best for budget-conscious users needing a lightweight, durable headset for casual music, podcasts, or office calls where wired reliability is preferred.
form factor over-ear
driver size mm 40
open closed back closed
28 Overall Score
No current retailer price
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sound (66th percentile) 66th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (19th percentile)
- Below average social proof (25th percentile)
- Below average comfort (30th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | soft |
Audio
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Drivers | 1 |
| Codecs | 40mm drivers for immersive, full-range sound & deep bassSoft, adjustable band & earpadsNoise isolationComfort fit over the head for long sessionsBuilt-in microphone for hands-free conversations |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| NC Mic | Yes |
| Boom Mic | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Maxell Bass 13 199840 | Soundcore Life Q20 | TOZO HT3 | Truefree HF-10 | QCY H3S | Nothing Headphone Pro B175 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | - | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 16 | 16 | 20 | 40 | - |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 5.4 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 90 | 125 | 102 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxell Bass 13 199840 | 32 | 64.1 | 33.7 | 66.2 | 46 | 29.8 | 18.9 | 25.3 |
| Soundcore Life Q20 Compare | 94.2 | 82.7 | 90.8 | 100 | 91.3 | 87.1 | 95.9 | 89.8 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 89.8 | 82.7 | 94.3 | 98.6 | 97.8 | 52 | 96.8 | 95.1 |
| Truefree HF-10 Compare | 94.2 | 82.7 | 94.3 | 82.8 | 99.8 | 80 | 95.2 | 95.1 |
| QCY H3S Compare | 94.2 | 95.7 | 33.7 | 98.8 | 99 | 80 | 96.8 | 95.1 |
| Nothing Headphone Pro B175 Compare | 98.2 | 80.4 | 33.7 | 94 | 86.6 | 67.2 | 94.1 | 89.8 |
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