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AKG Pro Audio K240 STUDIO Over-Ear, Semi-Open, Professional Studio Headphones

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Features

  • Professional studio headphones
  • Semi-open
  • 3 m replaceable cable
  • Audio Interface type: Stereo plug 3.5mm (1/8-inch) with 6.3 mm (1/4) screw-on adapter

Description

AKG K240 Studio Headphones feature a classic design that has become a standard in monitoring. This newer, lower impedance, 55-ohm version provides remarkably higher volume level when used with portable studios, keyboards, drum machines and other project studio gear. It's a professional level of performance for the home studio. Features include an integrated semi-open air design with a highly accurate dynamic transducer for naturally open sound quality, and circumaural (around-the-ear) pads for hours of wearing comfort. Frequency range: 15 Hz to 25,000 Hz. Stereo (1/8-inch minijack and 1/4-inch) connections. AKG K240 Studio Features: Low, 55 Ohm impedance, plug-in cable, Self-adjusting headband for optimum fit, Single cable for ease of use, Semi-open, circumaural design. AKG'S MOST POPULAR PROFESSIONAL HEADPHONE. A classic design which has become a standard in monitoring. Now with Varimotion XXL capsule for studio sound at home and for portable use. The 'integrated semi-open air' design incorporates a highly accurate dynamic transducer, and an acoustically tuned venting structure behind the element produces a naturally open sound quality. The circumaural (around-the-ear) pads are designed for hours of wearing comfort, while the steel-cable, self-adjusting headband construction and single-sided professional quality audio interconnect ensure extended reliability in demanding professional studio applications. Proven, popular, excellent - New, improved and even better. Made in China. The item includes the OFC screw type cable. 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 highs XXL Transducers with Varimotion DiaphragmThe 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 SuspensionTo 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 LikeRugged 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 ConnectorThe 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 AudioYou 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.

Brand: AKG


Model Name: Pro Audio


Color: Gold


Form Factor: Over Ear


Connectivity Technology: Wired


Item Weight: 8.4 ounces


Item model number: K240STUDIO


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: October 2, 2001


Color Name: Gold


Connector Type: 3.5mm Jack


Material Type: Stainless Steel


Size: K240STUDIO


Hardware Platform: PC


Linux System Requirements: pc


Mac System Requirements: pc


Windows System Requirements: pc


Unix System Requirements: pc


Wattage: 200 Milliwatts


Item Weight: 0.24 Kilograms


Units: 1.0 Count


Number Of Items: 1


Cable Length: 9.8 Feet


Frequently asked questions

The term 'semi-open' means that the AKG K240 Studio headphones offer a balance between open and closed-back designs. This allows for a more natural sound experience compared to completely closed headphones, but with some noise isolation to reduce ambient sound leakage.

Yes, these headphones are known for their comfort during long sessions. They feature an over-ear design, adjustable headband and thick, padded ear cups to ensure comfort during extended use.

These headphones deliver clear, detailed audio with a wide dynamic range, which makes them ideal for professional activities such as studio recording, mixing and mastering. Additionally, they have a durable build and replaceable parts for longevity.

Yes, the AKG K240 Studio headphones come with a detachable 3m cable, a convertible jack plug, and a pair of velour ear pads.

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This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.

The AKG K240 Studio headphones are highly praised by professionals for their sound clarity and balance, particularly in audio engineering tasks such as mixing and mastering. Their comfort and affordability are other strong points. However, they may not be the best choice for casual users looking for superior sound quality in entertainment, given their purposeful sound leakage and less bass-heavy output. Despite their plastic construction, their build quality is highly regarded.

Pros

  • 🎧 Highly recommended for professional use such as mixing and mastering
  • 💸 Affordable price point for the quality of sound and build provided
  • 👂 Comfortable for extended use
  • 🔊 Superior clarity and sound balance

Cons

  • ⚠️ Not suitable for casual music listening due to purposeful sound leakage and less bass-heavy output
  • 🔔 Too much sound leakage, making it unsuitable for recording sessions or listening in crowded places
  • 🔌 Very long cable that may be excessive for some users
  • 💼 Less superior to other headphones when applied to bass music

Should I Buy It?

Buy the AKG K240 Studio headphones if you are an audio engineer or professional looking for budget-friendly headphones with great clarity and sound balance. If you are just looking for entertainment, other headphones designed for casual listening might be a wiser choice.

    • Cleanest sound I've worn in many years!
Style: K240 Pro Headphones
It was time to replace my inexpensive, now broken, Sennheisers HD-201S headphones. I had accepted their shortcomings because they were affordable, but now I wanted something better. Not crazy better, but less than a hundred bucks better for sure. Searching through the ridiculously large list of potential choices, I chose the AKG K240S. Shopping online for headphones is subjective, for sure. I was drawn to the AKG reputation, single-sided, detachable/replaceable cable, and oversized muffs. And price, of course! 16 hours later, here I sit wearing my new best friend. I have been giving away so much clarity and reproduction to inferior headphones. I thought my ears had lost the ability to hear like this. Immediate reaction - very well built, great weight, and remarkably comfortable (even with glasses). Plugged into my Mac, playing mp3's of music burned from CDs, I'm completely happy with my new AKG! 2 hours after they arrived, I'm still wearing them. First song I christened them with? Killing Me Softly by Roberta Flack. Had me in tears, I swear, before the instruments kicked in. Music is meant for headphones! Then, I turned to an old favorite, an album I had loved to use when comparing speaker and receiver configurations back in the '70s, Hasten Down The Wind by Linda Ronstadt. Could not stop listening. Such a balance with these headphones, like the engineers intended, just enough everything. Let's go heavier. Quadrophenia by The Who. OMG The clarity. I could feel my fingers on John's bass as the super-clean lows filled my head. There may have been some high end distortion, like in cymbal crashes, that I don't recall from listening to the album originally, but that could be due to the limitations of CD/mp3 compression, and my 66 year old ears. After shuffling through classical, orchestral, rock, blues, the works - I am beyond happy and pleased with these headphones. As others have opined, they are super-transparent, so garbage-in, garbage-out. Not great for stuff with an uncontrolled soundtrack, but excellent for well-produced music, and a real value for the price. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2023 by Paul in California
    • Best headphones for twice the price
Style: K240 Pro Headphones
A million years ago (1980s) I managed stores for a stereo chain. We sold AKGs and the 240s were the top of the line for studio quality headphones. For 30 years I had a pair of 140s (240s were too pricey for me!), until they finally dried out, with the cushions crumbling and the wires splitting. I bought the K361s and they were okay. But after 2 years, they have fallen apart. Cushions came apart and the wire connection was awful. From the beginning, they had issues with connectivity. So I just bought the new 240s. Just like I remembered. The sound is dry and dead. That is a good thing. Studio headphones, like studio speakers, should not be adding sound to the performance. Customers of our stores would always buy the sperakers with the boomiest bass and brightest highs. Its what they liked. AKG headphones are used in studios because they don't add boomy bass and extra brightness to the high end. If the band isn't bringing it, the speakers or headphones shouldn't make up for them. Most people probably won't like these headphones. I appreciate these because I spent 5 years listening to people torturing cheap speakers by turning up the bass and treble all the way up until they distort the poor music. AKGs let you hear the music the way the musicians played it. Now the concern, they are now made in China instead of Europe. The craftsmanship of the 361s was bad. I hope they have a different team working on the 240s. If I'm writing another review on the 240s in 2 years, it won't be good. Let's hope the craftsmanship is what it used to be. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2023 by JR
    • These are only for professionals
Style: K240 Pro Headphones
Do not get these to listen to music, podcasts, watch movies, tv shows, audio books, or any kind of audio entertainment. And especially don't get this for porn! I'll explain why further down. This device is for professionals only. If you're not mastering or producing audio projects from music to podcasts etc, then you have no business here. Put it this way. I have the AKG N60, which is way more expensive than the AKG K240s. I use the AKG N60 to listen to music, because music sounds way better on the AKG N60 than the AKG K240. When I make beats beats, I use the AKG K240. Because the sounds are more clear. It is easier to know how to pan and how to EQ sounds and their frequencies using the AKG K240 than on the N60. The N60 is meant for entertainment and chill. The AKG K240s is meant for work. Plain and simple. So if you're looking for entertainment headphones use the money you were going to use for this and buy headphones made for entertainment. If you're a producer, and you're here to WORK with professional studio/monitor headphones under $100 or under $80, this is for you. If you've made the mistake to get these for entertainment purposes, you will be disappointed and find the audio quality to be cheap. And that's your fault for not listening to the pros or doing your research. So if you're here for entertainment no need to read further, move on with your life and find something else. If you're here to WORK, please read on. Now that we have that out of the way and the civilians are gone, let's get to WORK. If you want great fantastic studio/monitor headphones that gives you musical orgasmic experiences, you want something that costs hundreds and hundreds of dollars. But if you want to get the job done and are under a strict budget, you're going to fall in love with these guys. Especially if you buy fluffier ear pad replacements like I did. Its so fluffy! And made the sound a bit more roomier, but also less punchy, and less pronounced, because the little speakers are further away from your ear. But somehow it makes the sounds clearer if you will, I'm guessing because its roomier with fluffier ear pads. Now, there's nothing wrong with the default ear pads. They are comfortable giving you hours of play. I mean WORK. I just took that extra step. Fluffier ear pads allow you to play even longer. I'm sorry, I mean WORK. Though not sure how healthy that is, breaking night because you cant stop creating, exploring and perfecting sound. These headphones are def! ;) 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 guitar or piano, etc. The reason being is because they are semi-open. Which means the sound purposely leaks out of the headphones and will leak into the mic, totally messing up your recording! For those you want closed studio headphones, not the AKG K240s. Now if you're making beats, mixing tracks, mastering audio projects, editing a podcast/interviews etc, these are perfect! Let me explain this leakage in terms most can understand. If you want to listen to >>>PORN<<< privately without disturbing people next door, like your parents or other family members, these are a very poor choice! You can hear the noise leakage outside of your room from the other side of the door! So in short, if your place in making music is recording in a sound booth, stay away from the AKG K240's! The K240 is for those who work outside of the booth. The noise leakage helps in making the sounds clearer because it gives the sounds more room rather than trapping the sounds. Helps in panning, EQueing, etc. It's also helpful in hearing a potential attacker like Jason, Pennywise or Michael Myers stepping up behind you, giving you a chance at survival. But since you'll be working so hard, the chances of you falling asleep on your chair and falling prey to Freddy Krueger are very high! So if you feel tired, do the right thing. Turn everything off and go to bed. Your head will be more clear for the next time you tackle your audio projects. And Freddy isn't really into responsible audio engineers. Or is he? One other thing I want to share, that I didn't know about these babies. This is no baby!! These headphones represent the birth of Generation X. Disco, Rap, Heavy Metal, House, Punk etc. The AKG K240s is basically a remix of the original 1975 K240 Sextett. And its exact look and golden colors make it a replica of the 1984 K240M. These were used by producers who worked for many legends who came to be during the birth and revolution of digital music. Let that sink in, for all of you 808 Trap heads out there. Yup. One thing to think about for Trap beat enthusiasts. People who know more than me, say these aren't that great for listening to bass music. That's kind of redundant information being that these aren't meant for chilling to music. They're meant for real work. Anyhow, imagine perfecting the most righteous 808 kick bass sound with the K240 and then mastering and mixing everything together so it all sounds perfect. Then imagine how that would sound to people listening to it through hifi speakers or headphones meant for listening to music and how insanely extra bass heavy it will sound while still sounding clear with all the sounds in place and arranged. That's what I'm experiencing right now. Results that go boom-boom with quality clarity. Something to keep in mind. Do I recommend this for people who just want to listen to music? Seriously? Didn't I tell you to get lost already? You do not belong here! BEAT IT! Do I recommend this for audio engineers who edit and master audio projects of all kinds trying to get professional studio headphones for under $80? Hell yes I do. And while you're at it, go get the fluffiest ear muffs you can find. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2020 by Richy Gee

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