Between the BP40 and V7, the BP40 comes out ahead in several specs, while the V7 wins on max spl. Overall, the BP40 scores 79.3 and the V7 scores 88.6 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The V7 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 9.3 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The BP40 doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the V7 if you care most about max spl. Its strongest claims are max spl.
Both ship with comparable type, connection, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the V7 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Audio-Technica - BP40 wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why sE Electronics - V7 wins
- ▲Max SPL — 4.73% more. 155 dB vs 148 dB.
Spec comparison
Spec
| Spec | Audio-Technica - BP40 | sE Electronics - V7 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Polar pattern | Hypercardioid | Supercardioid |
| Frequency response | 50Hz–16kHz | 40Hz–19kHz |
| Max SPL | 148 dB | 155 dBlead |
Connectivity
| Spec | Audio-Technica - BP40 | sE Electronics - V7 |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | XLR | XLR |
| Headphone out | false | false |
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