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
Price CA$20
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong comfort (65th percentile) 65th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)
- Below average social proof (20th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.4 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Size | 40 |
| 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 |
| Boom Mic | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Maxell Bass 13 199840 | TOZO HT3 | Soundcore Life Q20 A3025 | QCY H3 | JBL Tune 780NC | truefree HF10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | - | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 16 | 16 | 32 | 32 | 20 |
| 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 | - | 6.0 | 5.0 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 90 | 60 | 60 | 50 | 125 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxell Bass 13 199840 | 30.1 | 42.9 | 33.7 | 61.3 | 42.7 | 65.1 | 13 | 19.9 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 87 | 84.2 | 95.7 | 98.9 | 96.9 | 50.1 | 96.3 | 91.4 |
| Soundcore Life Q20 A3025 Compare | 91.9 | 84.2 | 92 | 88.4 | 88.7 | 86.4 | 90.7 | 83.2 |
| QCY H3 Compare | 91.9 | 81.8 | 75.9 | 85.2 | 84.1 | 86.4 | 96.3 | 83.2 |
| JBL Tune 780NC Compare | 97.3 | 77.5 | 75.9 | 78.7 | 82.7 | 50.1 | 98.5 | 97.5 |
| truefree HF10 Compare | 91.9 | 84.2 | 95.7 | 81.5 | 99.8 | 78.9 | 94.2 | 91.4 |
Price
Value & Pricing
From CA$20
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