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Brand | AKG |
Color | Gold |
Ear Placement | Over Ear |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Impedance | 55 Ohm |
About this item
- 55 ohms impedance, plug-in cable
- Self-adjusting headband for optimum fit
- Single cable for ease of use
- Semi-open, circumaural design
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Noise Control | None |
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Frequency Response | 28000 Hz |
Sensitivity | 104 dB |
Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm;6.3 mm |
Model Name | Pro Audio |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Included Components | 3 meter (3.3 feet) cable with stereo 3.5 mm (1/8") connector, K240 Studio Headphones, 6.3 mm (1/4") screw-on adapter |
Age Range (Description) | All |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Specific Uses For Product | DJ, Studio, Home |
Recommended Uses For Product | Music |
Compatible Devices | Laptops, Desktops, Music Production Equipment, Tablets, Cellphones, Telephones |
Theme | Music |
Control Type | Call Control |
Cable Feature | Detachable |
Item Weight | 240 Grams |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Frequency Range | 15 Hz - 25 kHz |
Package Type | Standard Packaging |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Style | Over Ear Headphones |
Number of Items | 1 |
Cable Length | 9.8 Feet |
Controller Type | Wired |
Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
Earpiece Shape | Rounded |
Is Autographed | No |
UPC | 885038026730 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 09002761005950, 08032182450344 |
Manufacturer | JBL |
Item Weight | 8.5 ounces |
ASIN | B0001ARCFA |
Item model number | K240STUDIO |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #7,246 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #362 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 1, 2004 |
Color Name | Gold |
Connector Type | 3.5mm Jack |
Material Type | Stainless Steel |
Size | One Size |
Color Screen | No |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Linux System Requirements | pc |
Mac System Requirements | pc |
Windows System Requirements | pc |
Unix System Requirements | pc |
Wattage | 200 Milliwatts |
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Discover the AKG Pro K240 Studio over-ear, semi-open headphones, your ultimate companion for mixing, mastering, Hi-Fi listening, podcasts, and content creation. These studio headphones are equipped with 30 mm XXL transducers and patented Varimotion diaphragms, delivering a wide dynamic range and high sound levels. The semi-open design delivers solid bass and extremely clear highs, making them perfect for studio monitor headphones, or for critical listening. Designed for impressive accuracy, the K240 Studio headphones allow you to clearly hear every mixing detail, making them a standard in professional studio environments. Whether you are a podcaster, music producer, or audiophile, these headphones provide the reliability and performance you need for recording and monitoring. The self-adjusting headband and over-ear pads ensure maximum comfort, even during long studio sessions. Durability is also a key feature of the K240 Studio headphones. Built to withstand the demands of countless hours in the studio. They come with a 1/8" Stereo connector and a screw-on adapter for 1/4" applications and a 3-meter cable for versatile connectivity. The convertible jack plug allows you to connect to portable equipment with ease, enhancing your workflow efficiency. These headphones are not just for professionals; they are also perfect for anyone looking for high-quality headphones for music production, content creation, and podcasting, or just listening to music. Upgrade your studio setup with the AKG Pro K240 Studio headphones and experience the perfect blend of performance, comfort, reliability, and affordability. Whether you are editing, mixing, or simply enjoying your favorite tracks, these headphones will exceed your expectations and become an essential part of your audio gear.
From the Manufacturer
The AKG K 240 Studio is an update of the "classic" AKG K 240 Monitor. The new K 240 Studio delivers even wider dynamic range and higher sensitivity than its well-known and widely-used predecessor. The secret to the semi-open K 240 Studio's sound quality is the new XXL transducers in acoustically tuned vented enclosures with circumaural (around the ear) pads. The circumaural pads envelope your ears nicely and reward you with smooth, solid bass and well-balanced, articulate mids and highs.
Founded in Vienna, Austria in 1947, AKG has built a legendary reputation in the professional audio industry for products that perform flawlessly. The reputation of AKG and its celebrated quality are built on more than 55 years of experience, incredible design, meticulous craftsmanship and a clear understanding of what truly sounds right. AKG introduced the K 140 in 1974 and the K 240 Monitor in 1975, which became the most widely used headphones in recording studios and broadcast facilities worldwide. Generations of musicians and audio engineers use these AKG products to create great mixes, hit songs and albums cherished by millions around the world. The new AKG Professional Studio headphones carry on the tradition of these audio tools and are a sound investment that will pay handsome returns with years of flawless sonic performance for professional recording engineers and demanding users of high quality home or portable audio equipment.
Delivers solid bass and well-balanced mids and highsXXL Transducers with Varimotion Diaphragm
The new XXL transducers use AKG's patented Varimotion diaphragm to ensure extremely accurate response at any listening level. This technology creates a diaphragm that is thinner, more elastic toward the outside edges for more powerful bass response and thicker, less resonant in the center for pure, accurate mids and clear, detailed highs. The large size of the transducers makes the overall sound more life-like and three-dimensional to capture the emotional and sonic content of your soundtracks.
Gimbal-Type Suspension
To ensure your listening comfort, AKG Professional Studio headphones utilize a self-adjusting headband with a flexible steel structure to deliver optimum fit for your headphones without any fiddling. The structure is flexible, yet strong enough to allow bending for single ear use and is durable enough to withstand rough handling. A gimbal-type suspension ensures the earcups of all AKG Professional Studio models will conform to the shape and size of your ears without pressing on them for hours of fatigue-free, comfortable listening.
Wear Them As You Like
Rugged construction, a non-twisting headband, and powerful sound allow you to use your headphones on a single ear only or wear them in any other way you may prefer. AKG Professional Studio headphones are ideal for DJ and live sound use because they are durable enough to withstand the roughest kind of handling during transport or on stage.
Detachable Cable with Mini XLR Connector
The new AKG Professional Studio headphones utilize a detachable input cable for easy replacement if ever necessary. The cable and headphones use mini XLR connectors for perfect contact and secure mechanical connection. The cable is made of 99.99% oxygen-free copper and has gold plated plugs on both ends including the screw-on 1/8" to 1/4" stereo jack adapter for maximum signal transfer.
Perfect for Portable Audio
You need good quality audio for all your listening--including computer, minidisc, portable CD or DAT player--as well as in the studio. Owing to their high sensitivity and wide dynamic range, the AKG Professional Series headphones are efficient enough to be used with these lower level output sources and still deliver the high definition sound you need when working in the studio or on stage. The excellent workmanship AKG headphones are known for and high quality components ensure loss-free transmission and reproduction of high-resolution signals from all types of digital audio sources.
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AKG K240 MKII Professional Semi-Open Over-Ear Studio Headphones
The AKG K240 MKII professional over-ear, semi-open headphones carry on the success of their predecessor and are a standard in studios, orchestras and on stages around the world.

Features
- Headphone type - semi-open
- Sensitivity headphones - 104 dB SPL/V
- Rated Impedance - 55 Ohms
- Detachable cable - yes
- Cable Length - 3 m
- Earpads replaceable - yes
- Maximum input power - 200 mW
- Audio frequency bandwidth - 15 - 25000 Hz
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Professional Studio Headphones
The AKG K240 MKII professional over-ear, semi-open headphones advanced 30 mm XXL transducers with Varimotion diaphragms deliver a wide dynamic range, increased sensitivity and high sound levels, while their semi-open design provides the airiness of open headphones with the powerful bass response of closed designs.
With impressive accuracy, musicians, producers and engineers rely on the AKG K240 MKII to clearly hear mixing details, which has made these headphones a standard in recording settings.
In addition to great sound quality, the headphones are extremely durable and comfortable. Not only built to withstand the demands of countless hours in the studio, their self-adjusting headband provides an ideal fit and their over-ear pads nicely envelop the ears.
The AKG K240 MKII headphones also feature a professional mini XLR connector and come with a 3m (10ft) straight cable, 5m (16ft) coiled cable and convertible jack plug for connecting portable equipment easily.
Altogether, from performance and ease of use to comfort and reliability, the AKG K240 MKII is a powerful tool for production environments.

The AKG Legacy - Inspiring Greatness for Decades
For more than 65 years, AKG has helped create the iconic sounds of some of the world’s most well known recording artists, engineers and producers. Our designers and engineers have made it their life’s passion to find new ways to deliver breakthrough experiences for artists of all levels. Whether in the studio or on stage, when you wear AKG headphones, you’re seconds away from creating history.
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Sold By | Dealsonik | Kellards | Dealsonik | ATHQ - CR | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | 3.5mm Jack | — | / | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | — |
noise control | — | sound isolation | active noise cancellation | sound isolation | sound isolation | sound isolation |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm;6.3 mm | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm and 1/4 inch Jack |
cable feature | Detachable | Retractable | Retractable | Retractable | Retractable | 9.8 foot cord |
control type | Call Control | Remote Control | Volume Control | Media Control | Media Control | Noise Control |
water resistance | not water resistant | not water resistant | not water resistant | not water resistant | — | — |
material | Stainless Steel | Plastic, Metal, Silicone, Protein Leather, Memory Foam | Leather | Plastic | Plastic | Copper, Gold, Neodymium |
model name | Pro Audio | K92 | AKG | K371 | Studio | Sony MDR |
frequency range | 15 Hz - 25 kHz | 16 Hz to 20 kHz | 16 Hz to 20,000 Hz | 5 Hz to 40 kHz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | — |
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Customers appreciate the headphones' sound quality, comfort, and value for money. They find the sound excellent for well-produced music, with a nice 3D feel and roomy feel. The large cups fit around the ears comfortably, reducing fatigue. Many consider the headphones decent for the price and lightweight. Customers also like the clarity, weight, and cord detachability. However, opinions differ on build quality and functionality.
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Customers appreciate the headphones' sound quality. They find them comfortable and suitable for well-produced music. The headphones provide a nice 3D feel to the sound, with a listening stage that sits somewhere nestled. The spatial location of sounds as heard in the headphones allows them to do production. The K240's have been popularly used by professional audio technicians for decades with minimal changes.
"...The sound seems balanced across the spectrum with the highs very slightly over emphasized (easily tamed with Peace Equalizer)...." Read more
"...environment to aurally hit you're ear, and the headphones provides a listening stage which sits somewhere nestled inside of it, if you can even..." Read more
"...didn't want to bother and it's tough to beat AKG's combination of very good sound, comfort, design and features at a good price. 3...." Read more
"...So first things first the sound is very neutral which is something I look for in studio grade phones. No bass boosting or extra crystal in the highs...." Read more
Customers find the headphones comfortable. The earpads are soft and fit securely on their heads. The large cups comfortably fit around the ears. The cord has a rubbery texture and is a good length. Overall, customers appreciate the smooth mid- and high-frequency sound quality, large cups, and replaceable cable.
"...I have worn these for several hours on end and they have been very comfortable...." Read more
"...It's wonderful. The profile is one you can get used to, minimal fatigue for good reason, and the precision and granularity feels like you are..." Read more
"...That said, they're as comfortable as my old AKGs once I've had them on a while and I don't move around a lot at my computer so they'll be OK for..." Read more
"...n’t honestly believe you can get a set of headphones that are this comfortable and this quality at this price without a major sale going on at the..." Read more
Customers appreciate the headphones' value for money. They find them a good budget pair for artists with great sound quality and lightweight design. Overall, they consider them a decent purchase and can't recommend another semi-open model.
"...Most reviewers found them excellent for the price and they were right...." Read more
"...n't recommend the durability, listening profile, aesthetics, and engaging price any higher. Cons?..." Read more
"...Conclusion - These are a no nonsense set of headphones at a pretty attractive price. I expect I'll get at least 5 years out of them...." Read more
"...cheap option for studio grade flat response phones that are well worth the money and where you should be making your entry into the studio grade..." Read more
Customers appreciate the headphones' clarity. They mention the soundscape is clear, with detail in the highs and good punch in the bass. The midrange is clear, although the high frequencies are a little subdued.
"...Like most decent headphones the mid-range is clear and present. I have worn these for several hours on end and they have been very comfortable...." Read more
"...Really. It's great for gaming since, key word here, clarity and directional sound provide great auditory information and it's intuitive...." Read more
"...The sound stage is large but The highs are nice and clear with a little cut off at the peaks. The bass is nice warm and clear if a little flat...." Read more
"...For studying, these have been great. Very detailed, not bassy whatsoever (which is good for long listening sessions), and lightweight...." Read more
Customers appreciate the headphones' weight. They find them comfortable and lightweight, with a sturdy build that distributes the weight effectively.
"...bassy whatsoever (which is good for long listening sessions), and lightweight. Overall they are very comfortable and easy to listen too...." Read more
"...- comfort. These headphones are very, very light, with soft leather cushions and a leather headband...." Read more
"...The best feature of these headphones is that they disappear. They are very light, and the sound is very clear and airy...." Read more
"...Immediate reaction - very well built, great weight, and remarkably comfortable (even with glasses)...." Read more
Customers appreciate the headphones' cord detachability. They find the cord easy to remove and replace, with gold-plated connectors. The headphones come with two cords, a straight and coiled cord.
"...Anyway, I am pretty impressed with the stock cable. It's much more supple than I really expected and I personally like a nice, long cable...." Read more
"...The cable is detachable with a mini 1/8 plug on one end and a mini XLR on the headphone side...." Read more
"...As well, that removable wire and other reviews I've seen from trusted source means these are insanely durable; you may never need to buy another..." Read more
"...The K240 has a detachable cord with an industry standard connector at the earcup end...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the build quality of the headphones. Some find them well-made and sturdy, with a high-quality monitor without any bleed through. Others mention that the construction is mainly plastic, with the cable showing signs of wear quickly.
"...They are not meant to travel so the build quality seems very good for home or studio use...." Read more
"...In my limited headphone experience, they are of a high caliber in the fidelity department of the Sennheiser PX-100, Grado, PortaPros, and what else..." Read more
"...a broken piece used for fitting the headset had broken off and was not repairable...." Read more
"...I expect I'll get at least 5 years out of them. They don't feel flimsy and that's about how long my old ones lasted..." Read more
Customers have different views on the headphones' functionality. Some find them useful for music and video games, with a replaceable cord that improves the usefulness. Others say they are not top-performing headphones and not suitable for working, gaming, or live recording.
"...No real issues here this time around and the flatness isn’t as big of a deal here...." Read more
"...A few things to keep in mind as an audio engineer. These are no good for LIVE recording, or wearing these as you record vocals or instruments like a..." Read more
"...money for gamers who want a product that will last and works well in different gaming genres." Read more
"...and found all but recording already known defective to be perfectly usable...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025Style: Over Ear HeadphonesVerified PurchaseAfter reading a lot of reviews on headphones which fall into this price range, I took the plunge on these AKG K240s. Most reviewers found them excellent for the price and they were right. I had been using the Oneodio A70 (Bluetooth) and A71(wired) which with equalization sounded pretty good. Now that I have these I realize how narrow their sound stage is, and how the K240 is far superior in that area. The sound seems balanced across the spectrum with the highs very slightly over emphasized (easily tamed with Peace Equalizer). The bass is clear and just strong enough for me. Like most decent headphones the mid-range is clear and present. I have worn these for several hours on end and they have been very comfortable. They are not meant to travel so the build quality seems very good for home or studio use. Caveat, if you like heavy base, I understand these and other open back headphones are not what you should look for. Also, as they are open back, you do still hear outside noise but it is not intrusive. Everything came as advertised and they sounded good out of the box and they have improved with use as all headphones and speakers do. I am not an audiophile nor do I have access to a lot of headphones to compare so this is subjective review on these alone. I am quite satisfied with these and I will update this review if something changes.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2017Style: Over Ear HeadphonesVerified PurchaseMy review of the AKG K 240's is a few months in the making. I've purchased entry level headphones several times in the last number of years, primarily Sennheiser PX-100s and the Koss PortaPros. Notice that I listed only two headphones, that's because I've had to buy them several times.
Various issues. First pair of good cans I ever bought, a family pet destroyed. However, specifically the Sennheiser PX-100s came apart on their own. Several times. Sennheisers excellent warranty system got me into new ones every time,so they have not been a bad experience, but it is kind of upsetting to have something you purchase fall apart on it's own. I digress, but only a little, as durability is a factor here.
The end game of AKG K 240s usage? I like them, for good reasons.
What I've noticed in the length of I've had them:
The initial cord that comes with the cans is long. Way too long for casual use. Chairs run over it, stuff gets snagged, it's an extra foot of cable in your pocket, it's not a portable cord, it's the stay still and love them cord, which makes the cord an excellent cord to come packaged in the box. Have not yet purchased a smaller cord, but am quite happy that this feature exists to take advantage of. Most cans, the cord gets messed up, you need a whole new pair of headphones, with these obviously anything happens to the cable, and you can be up and running again with a new cable, and everything's great.
Important point: Sound. The sound. That's why you're buying cans. That's why you're here now.
The sound is great. Let me color that tho, my initial experience, meaning first song I played, (after taking off the PortaPros which I had been using religiously for the last year) I could not figure out what happened to all my bass, especially seeing as how these things are so large.
I'll get into the size in a bit, but first things first, the sound.
Today? The sound is perfect. It's wonderful. The profile is one you can get used to, minimal fatigue for good reason, and the precision and granularity feels like you are hooking a stethoscope up to your audio tracks.
Really.
It's great for gaming since, key word here, clarity and directional sound provide great auditory information and it's intuitive. Nothing's off about the cans in that department save the curious lack of bass when I was someone else, putting these on for the first time. Lots of headphones amp their bass response. AKG wonders who these people are.
They're semi-open, which is better for clarity than closed, and great for environmental awareness. If you've only had closed back phones, assuming you're aware this difference exists, AKG allows your environment to aurally hit you're ear, and the headphones provides a listening stage which sits somewhere nestled inside of it, if you can even believe that. You're playing XBOX, maybe listening to some tunes, and you can hear your friends nearby. They can't hear your music, maybe lightly if they're sitting next to you, but you can hear them talking, and your tracks are not in the background, but around you, and the conversation is somewhere all outside of that.
So fidelity is the word here. In my limited headphone experience, they are of a high caliber in the fidelity department of the Sennheiser PX-100, Grado, PortaPros, and what else is in the entry level good-cans bracket. The grados I've never had the pleasure of utilizing, but the AKGs are right up there with the other guys, providing a better depth of sound. Stethoscope to your tunes, baby. You buy these, you're a doctor now.
Anyway, I used to never want to be caught dead in public wearing anything this big, which is why the sennheisers and koss were such friends of mine, but these look so nice, no one minds. People just kind of think they're nice or I'm flashy. They're comfortable around the neck in public for me, but I'm a big guy. The gimbal suspension makes them always comfortable to wear. Gimbal means you don't adjust the phones to your head, they adjust to you, however you have them.
So Kudos! Buy them for yourself, or if they're a gift, and you've made it this far, you're not going to be wrong buying these.
There are other pros, but I couldn't recommend the durability, listening profile, aesthetics, and engaging price any higher.
Cons? They're not over the ear pads, but they're obviously not supposed to be, so if size is a con, or the fact that they're semi-open is a con, then there's that. Outside of design, the only cons is that, if you've never experienced them, they look like they should explode your head in bass, but they don't. Meaning some music can feel like something's lacking when making the transition, but the fidelity of the phone brings the bass into a good contrast of the whole sound profile.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2015Style: Over Ear HeadphonesVerified PurchaseUPDATE - Jan 21 2015
Well, now that I have had these for a while, my opinion of them has changed slightly. I still think they sound just fine for the price but comfort is very lacking. I don't know if I noticed right away but they do smash my ears after a while and it makes them almost unbearable to wear. The only point of buying a set of headphones this large is comfort. If you just want something that sounds decent and you don't care if it smashes the crap out of your ears, you can probably get that cheaper.
There might be a way to fix this. You can buy different pads (and supposedly a lot of them fit this model) but that shouldn't be necessary. My ears are not huge. These headphones look really big but the earcups are relatively shallow and not as large in diameter as they need to be even for my average sized ears. This is on top of the fact that the headband still feels like it was made for someone with a larger head.
Overall, the comfort and fit of these is very poor. I will probably keep them because I can't afford to buy every set of headphones in existence to find the perfect fit and I just can't be bothered with mail returns. Needless to say, that's why I bought AKG in the first place.
Usually, made in China stuff is not really that bad. It definitely takes a hit in quality in many cases but you usually don't end up with things like headphones that are actually too big for your head and too small for your ears even if they look and feel really cheap.
So I don't know. Maybe these will get more comfortable over time. I kind of doubt it though.
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END UPDATE
I bought these to replace a low end pair of AKGs I bought several years ago on a whim. I believe they were the K301XTRA. I never liked the way they looked but they were super comfortable and sounded more than good enough for my casual listening and computer use. I kept having to replace the cord on that model by soldering a new one on (It didn't have the famous AKG replaceable cord). Because that was a pain, I made it a point to look for a model with a replaceable cable.
Really, AKG was the only brand I was interested in but most of their models were well out of my price range. I usually don't like to buy headphones online because sound is such a subjective thing and I have hated so many headphones I've bought simply because they sounded terrible. I was pretty sure I didn't have to worry about that with AKG.
I was right (fortunately). They are maybe a little bright in the upper mids (as everybody says) but it's not that bad. So far, I'm just fine with the sound. It's not perfectly flat but it's neutral enough to where you get used to it after a few days (especially if you use these as your primary headphones and aren't constantly switching back and forth). There's really nothing blatantly obnoxious about the sound, which is exactly what I was after. I knew I wouldn't get perfection at this price.
The main complaint I have about these that I noticed as soon as I put them on is the self-adjusting headband seems just a tiny bit too big for my head. It barely sits on the top of my head and the earcups feel like they want to sit a little too low so I have to rely mostly on the clamping force to keep them where I put them. Kind of defeats the purpose of the self-adjusting headband when it just barely fits my head. And I really don't think I have a tiny head. Anyone who had a smaller head than me would probably have a problem.
That said, they're as comfortable as my old AKGs once I've had them on a while and I don't move around a lot at my computer so they'll be OK for the price. If they costed much more than they did, however, I would find this to be unacceptable.
So...
Pros....
1. They look fantastic. They look more expensive than they are. The black and gold is probably something you'll love or hate, though.
2. Sound quality is perfectly adequate for this price range, in my opinion. If I was bothered by the slight emphasis on the upper mids, it's easy to equalize it. I tried it and it is just a minor tweak at 10 khz. You can probably get better sound around this price (maybe even for less) but I didn't want to bother and it's tough to beat AKG's combination of very good sound, comfort, design and features at a good price.
3. The replaceable cable. This is a feature every set of headphones should have. Especially if they cost a little more. It's nice that I don't have to worry about the cable all the time and I'll probably order an extra one soon. It's maybe a little bit of a pain that you have to have a cable with a special connector to replace it but frankly, it's better than being stuck with the choice of buying new headphones or breaking out the soldering iron. Anyway, I am pretty impressed with the stock cable. It's much more supple than I really expected and I personally like a nice, long cable.
Conclusion - These are a no nonsense set of headphones at a pretty attractive price. I expect I'll get at least 5 years out of them. They don't feel flimsy and that's about how long my old ones lasted (and they didn't even seem to be as sturdy as these). I use headphones every day so five years is a pretty admirable lifespan.
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Aleca MonteiroReviewed in Brazil on October 26, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars AKG K240 MK II
Style: K240 MKII Pro HeadphonesVerified PurchaseEsse fone é fantástico, um clássico que vale a pena ter. O preço dele já foi mais atraente, com a alta do dólar ficou muito caro. Mesmo assim eu decidi pela compra deste fone por ser o melhor custo-benefício (atualmente) de um fone semiaberto.
O produto em si é bastante leve, não pesa na cabeça mesmo usando após 2 horas, se for um dia quente, aí fica calor na orelha, claro. Achei equilibrado o suficiente para meus ouvidos, é extremamente confortável para mixagem e uso simples, como ouvir música ou vídeos e filmes.
Eu só tinha um fone fechado (Audio Technnica M40x) que usava para tudo, principalmente para gravação, mas agora com o AKG K240 mk II, que é semiaberto, meu setup ficou completo.
Tenho uma observação quanto ao cabo espiralado, pois parece menos "maleável" do que o M40x, talvez um pouco mais bruto, porém, aparenta ter boa qualidade. Ainda não usei o outro cabo que veio com ele.
Gostei muito das almofadas aveludadas, mas vou esperar um tempo antes de usá-las. Por enquanto estou usando as originais mesmo, até para analisar a durabilidade e são muito confortáveis.
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JF ParentReviewed in France on January 8, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars C'est un bon casque de monitoring
Style: K240 MKII Pro HeadphonesVerified PurchasePour répondre à certains commentaire, il ne faut pas perdre de l'idée qu'il s'agit avant tout d'un casque de monitoring qui vous permet d'examiner les détail de la musique et d'en sculpter le mix et d'en assurer dans de bonnes conditions le mastering. Il est doté d'une très bonne définition, on entend chaque instrument et chaque nuance et couleur des sons comme s'il s'agissait d'autant de sons laser mis cote à cote. Comme il est semi ouvert, il compresse moins les basses (pas d'effet tunnel) et ne flatte aucune fréquence, contrairement aux casques d'écoute qui sont faits pour créer au contraire un genre d'unification et de mélange musical, avec ce genre de casque on cherche justement à faire le contraire et ce casque y parvient parfaitement. Il va de soit que l'on peut aussi écouter de la musique avec ce casque et c'est très agréable pour celui qui à tendance à décortiquer la structure d'un morceau. Imaginez un publique qui regarde un tableau et un peintre qui l'examine en connaissant toutes techniques picturales et vous aurez une idée de la différence d'écoute et de sensation. Ce casque doit être un peu rodé avant de donner le meilleur de lui même et c'est normal, ensuite vous disposez d'un excellent outil pour vos mixages, il est semi ouvert ce qui libère les fréquences et permet un meilleur panoramique qu'un casque fermé, mais le son ne se diffuse pas trop aux alentours (contrairement aux casque ouverts). Je ne suis absolument pas déçu de cet achat, si vous prenez des musiques de références en comparant l'impression d'écoute sur un autre système, puis avec ce casque vous aurez vite fait d'améliorer ensuite vos propres productions. Bien que préconisé pour les débutants, je suis certain que ce casque pourra vous satisfaire pendant de longues années de progression c'est une valeur sure. Il limite de plus vraiment beaucoup la fatigue auditive que l'on rencontre avec d'autres modèles, il est léger et très confortable. Je le trouve pour ma part parfait surtout pour cette gamme de prix, il est un vrai outil "pro".
- DenkovReviewed in Belgium on November 18, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Switched from beyerdynamic dt990pro..
Style: Over Ear HeadphonesVerified PurchaseI’m using two beyerdynamic hp’s ( dt770/990 pro). The 990 had a faulty driver and imo the replacement cost was too high. So I started to investigate a bit deeper into the available brands and their products. Most written reviews clearly had AKG’s on their ‘best value for money’ lists. So I gave it a try with this model. And happily surprised the audio quality is really good too. The hp’s translate really well and they’re not hyped or boosted in anyway. At least to my ears they aren’t. I’ld give it a go. In this pricerange it’s actually topnotch material. 8/10 ( the build overall is less ‘pro’ but it’s only 75€)..
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FabioReviewed in Italy on October 16, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Sorprendente
Style: Over Ear HeadphonesVerified PurchaseAcquista già da un po' , è veramente un'ottima cuffia restituisce suoni genuini e non enfatizzati se ne deduce che ascolti esattamente quello che è,collegata a scheda audio esterna è veramente molto bilanciata e sincera , è quello che serve a chi come me si diletta a creare piccole composizioni musicali attraverso piattaforme digitali quali cubase , zenbeats,etc etc.
Non troppo pesante e molto comoda sulle orecchie, dando la possibilità di tenerla anche parecchie ore senza nessun problema,cavo molto lungo jack piccolo ma viene dato in dotazione anche l'adattatore a jack grande che tra l'altro si avvita proprio sul piccolo non creando gioco, possibilità là dove dovesse nel tempo avere problemi il cavo di sostituire solo quest'ultimo,in quanto entra proprio ad incastro sul corpo cuffia,in poche parole qualità prezzo imbattibile.
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Uwe R.Reviewed in Germany on September 30, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Guter Kopfhörer zu einem attraktiven Preis.
Style: Over Ear HeadphonesVerified PurchaseNach fast vier Jahrzehnten musste ich leider meinen alten Sennheiser HD-540 Reference Gold in den Ruhestand schicken. Da ich heute nur noch selten Musik über Kopfhörer genieße und deshalb nicht so viel Geld ausgeben wollte, entschied ich mich für ein Modell, welches ich in den späten 1980ern schon einmal besessen hatte: Den AKG K-240 Studio.
Optisch unterscheiden sich die beiden Versionen kaum voneinander. Wie damals verfügt auch das aktuelle Gerät über die automatische Kopfbandverstellung, wodurch sich der Kopfhörer selbsttätig der Kopfform des Trägers anpasst. Obwohl sich der AKG angenehm tragen lässt, gibt es hier eine Kleinigkeit zu bemängeln: Die Ohrpolster sind aus einer Art Kunstleder gefertigt. Schon nach relativ kurzer Tragezeit bekommt man warme und schwitzende Ohren. Das ist nicht so schön, vor allem wenn man mehrere Stunden Musik hören möchte. Man sollte also das Gerät zwischendurch mal kurz absetzen und die Ohrpolster trocken abreiben.
Das Anschlusskabel ist wie früher ebenfalls 3 Meter lang, lässt sich nun aber bei Bedarf vom System trennen. Im Gegensatz zu damals ist kein 6,3 mm Klinkenstecker mehr fest verbaut. Stattdessen besitzt der neue AKG einen vergoldeten 3,5 mm Stecker. Auf diesen kann der beiliegende, ebenfalls vergoldete, 6,3 mm Adapter aufgeschraubt werden. So wird eine ruckelfreie und stabile Verbindung erzeugt. Natürlich wird der Kopfhörer heute nicht mehr in Österreich, sondern in China hergestellt. Das muss aber nicht unbedingt schlecht sein. Auch hochpreisige Mobiltelefone werden schließlich nicht in Kalifornien zusammengeschraubt.
Kommen wir nun zu dem Punkt, den man eigentlich gar nicht beurteilen kann - den Klang!
Jeder Mensch hat andere Vorlieben, was die Musik betrifft. Der eine hört lieber Klassik, ein anderer Pop oder HeavyMetal. Genau so unterschiedlich sind auch die Geschmäcker, was den Klang eines Kopfhörers oder einer Lautsprecherbox angeht. Während der Klassikliebhaber eher an klaren Höhen interessiert ist, muss bei Popmusik der Bass richtig bumsen. Man kann also nicht einfach sagen, das dieser Kopfhörer gut oder schlecht klingt - es ist eher eine ganz persönliche Empfindung.
Mir gefällt, das der AKG ein recht ausgewogenes Klangbild liefert. Die Höhen sind klar, aber überzeichnen nicht. Auch bei stärkerer Lautstärke wird es nicht unangenehm. Stimmen werden präzise wiedergegeben, die Ortbarkeit der Instrumente ist gut. Das Schlagzeug kommt knackig und trocken rüber, Bässe wummern nicht aufgeblasen daher. Wie gesagt - meine persönliche Meinung.
Fazit: Mit dem AKG K-240 Studio bekommt man einen gut verarbeiteten Kopfhörer, der auch HIFI-Fans gefallen dürfte, zu einem attraktiven Preis. Ich würde ihn erneut kaufen.
Klangkette: YAMAHA CD-S 300 per Toslink an DENON AVR 1802, Klangregelwerk umgangen.
Uwe R.Guter Kopfhörer zu einem attraktiven Preis.
Reviewed in Germany on September 30, 2024
Optisch unterscheiden sich die beiden Versionen kaum voneinander. Wie damals verfügt auch das aktuelle Gerät über die automatische Kopfbandverstellung, wodurch sich der Kopfhörer selbsttätig der Kopfform des Trägers anpasst. Obwohl sich der AKG angenehm tragen lässt, gibt es hier eine Kleinigkeit zu bemängeln: Die Ohrpolster sind aus einer Art Kunstleder gefertigt. Schon nach relativ kurzer Tragezeit bekommt man warme und schwitzende Ohren. Das ist nicht so schön, vor allem wenn man mehrere Stunden Musik hören möchte. Man sollte also das Gerät zwischendurch mal kurz absetzen und die Ohrpolster trocken abreiben.
Das Anschlusskabel ist wie früher ebenfalls 3 Meter lang, lässt sich nun aber bei Bedarf vom System trennen. Im Gegensatz zu damals ist kein 6,3 mm Klinkenstecker mehr fest verbaut. Stattdessen besitzt der neue AKG einen vergoldeten 3,5 mm Stecker. Auf diesen kann der beiliegende, ebenfalls vergoldete, 6,3 mm Adapter aufgeschraubt werden. So wird eine ruckelfreie und stabile Verbindung erzeugt. Natürlich wird der Kopfhörer heute nicht mehr in Österreich, sondern in China hergestellt. Das muss aber nicht unbedingt schlecht sein. Auch hochpreisige Mobiltelefone werden schließlich nicht in Kalifornien zusammengeschraubt.
Kommen wir nun zu dem Punkt, den man eigentlich gar nicht beurteilen kann - den Klang!
Jeder Mensch hat andere Vorlieben, was die Musik betrifft. Der eine hört lieber Klassik, ein anderer Pop oder HeavyMetal. Genau so unterschiedlich sind auch die Geschmäcker, was den Klang eines Kopfhörers oder einer Lautsprecherbox angeht. Während der Klassikliebhaber eher an klaren Höhen interessiert ist, muss bei Popmusik der Bass richtig bumsen. Man kann also nicht einfach sagen, das dieser Kopfhörer gut oder schlecht klingt - es ist eher eine ganz persönliche Empfindung.
Mir gefällt, das der AKG ein recht ausgewogenes Klangbild liefert. Die Höhen sind klar, aber überzeichnen nicht. Auch bei stärkerer Lautstärke wird es nicht unangenehm. Stimmen werden präzise wiedergegeben, die Ortbarkeit der Instrumente ist gut. Das Schlagzeug kommt knackig und trocken rüber, Bässe wummern nicht aufgeblasen daher. Wie gesagt - meine persönliche Meinung.
Fazit: Mit dem AKG K-240 Studio bekommt man einen gut verarbeiteten Kopfhörer, der auch HIFI-Fans gefallen dürfte, zu einem attraktiven Preis. Ich würde ihn erneut kaufen.
Klangkette: YAMAHA CD-S 300 per Toslink an DENON AVR 1802, Klangregelwerk umgangen.
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