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

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.

Item Weight 8.5 ounces

Product Dimensions 4.3 x 7.48 x 7.87 inches

ASIN B0001ARCFA

Item model number K240STUDIO

Customer Reviews 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,811 ratings 4.5 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank #151 in Over-Ear Headphones #338 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No

Date First Available October 2, 2001

Color Name Gold

Connector Type 3.5mm Jack

Size K240STUDIO

Hardware Platform CONSUMER_ELECTRONICS

Wattage 200 Milliwatts

abunda_amazon_reviews I'm going to start with the cons because there are so few that it's easier to say what these do wrong compared to everything else. Cons - no rumbling bass. I personally like this, as I find heavy sub-bass such as in Beats Solo 2 headphones or most other consumer sets to be a bit grating after a while, to the point that I have a headache. These headphones are definitely not for bass-heads in any way. You'll be able to tell the rumble is there, but it's not nearly as prevalent as in other headphones. As a result, if you are a bass-head, you'll probably think these are a bit weak. Instead, you'll be hearing the tone and the notes of the bass a lot more than you would with other headphones in the same price range. - sound leakage/isolation. These are semi-open headphones, meaning sound can get in and get out easier than in a closed-back headphone. Again, I personally haven't had a problem with this yet, but it does limit where you can use them. I found that 50% volume on my laptop was both perfectly loud enough for the music to ring through with power and clarity, while also not bothering those around me. As for sound coming in, I could hear my parents and the TV, but not enough to make out any words. These allow you to be aware of your surroundings, but at the same time they wouldn't work for a train or air travel, as the lack of noise cancelling allows the sounds of the engines and track to overpower the music. Pros - the sound. Thanks to the semi-open design, the highs and mids in these headphones are beautiful. You can see for yourself how the semi-open cups change this by covering them with your hands while you're listening, doing so makes the music a bit more claustrophobic with harsher treble. Everything I've tried with them, whether it be Kendrick Lamar, Dying Fetus, Miles Davis, or Nirvana, has sounded better than I've ever heard. These are designed for studio recording, and as a result have a very flat and even sound that doesn't emphasize any particular frequency. They're bright, but not ear piercing. They have bass, but it doesn't drown out the rest of the music, even on an insanely bass-heavy album like 21 Savage & Offset's "Without Warning." Since these are made for studio recording and production, you'll naturally get as close a sound as possible to how the music is supposed to sound, without modifications to any particular. I've been able to hear details in some songs I had no idea were there, and it's a wonderful experience to relive some of my favorite albums with this more studio accurate sound. - comfort. These headphones are very, very light, with soft leather cushions and a leather headband. While it's a bit odd for headphones that sound this good to be so light initially, it's actually quite nice and allows for extended listening without discomfort. No adjustment is needed when putting these on; instead of having the locking sections most headphones do for adjusting them, these have springs in the headband. This allows them to fit comfortably by just putting them on, without figuring out exactly where each cup needs to be to make it feel right. I personally found the cups to be big enough for my ears to fit almost completely inside of them, but I've seen some complain that they are too small, so take note of that. One of the other benefits of the previously mentioned semi-open design is allowing some air to come through as well; my ears did not get nearly as hot as they did with Beats or Sony Gold or any other closed back headphones I've used, which is something I have been dying to have for a long time. - looks. Of course this is completely personal taste. I think these headphones look awesome, but I can understand if someone else doesn't. AKG makes another model that is a bit less retro looking called the AKG M220 which might be more someone's style. They're pretty much the exact same headphones, except with a white and black color scheme and a price point that's about $2 higher than these. - wire. The wire this thing came with is long, longer than I've seen in most stores outside of Fry's or Best Buy. That works great for me, as I'm going to mainly use these in my dorm where I need to move around. You can also buy a replacement wire if this one isn't long enough that's 25 feet. Speaking of replacement, yes, these headphones have a replaceable wire, meaning it's not really a big deal if the wire breaks. It might be a bit difficult to find a cable for them though, as instead of a normal aux cord, these have a 35mm plug on one end and a mini XLR on the other that plugs into the headphones. It's a stronger fit than other headphones I've used with removable wires, but also a slightly confusing design choice. These also come with an adapter for larger plugs such as those you'd find on the headphone port of a receiver, not something I myself needed but welcome nonetheless. - price. I got these for around $68, an insanely low price for how good these are. You can easily go over $100, $200, or even $300 to try to find headphones that are better than this, but if you're just looking for something to listen to music or even do some of your own recording, these are perfectly fine. As well, that removable wire and other reviews I've seen from trusted source means these are insanely durable; you may never need to buy another pair of headphones again. In short, these are the best headphones I have ever come across. The sound leakage and lack of sub-bass could be a problem for some people, but personally they weren't massive enough to bring the score down. If you're on the fence, absolutely get these or their sister product the AKG M220's, you won't regret it. Samson makes a model that is clearly based off of these, and from what I've heard they're slightly heavier on the bass, though I personally went with these because of the removable wire and trust I have with the reviewers that recommended these.;;Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2018;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Best headphones I have ever used.;;Timothy Ernst;;;This is a 5 star headset, The saddest part about it is the cord supplied with it is such low quality it had to drag a star off the review. This cord has started to go out and is self coiling to the point it cuts in and out. The cord is replaceable so its whatever. Good: Lightweight Flexible Sound stage EQ sensitivity Price/Value BAD: Cord is garbage and already broken within 3 months I have owned this item for about 3 months and I have used it everyday, they come pretty flat I had noticed they seemed to be lacking in the bass department but only the low low bass, the mid bass is punchy and pulse pounding. I was trying to find the perfect sound so I partnered this up with my creative sound card and started EQing and I have to say I was surprised just how sensitive this pair of cans is to any tweak of the EQ. The value of these cans is undeniable, I had a pair of Seinnhieser PC360s for about 5 years so I was really on the fence about a 50$ item replacing a 300$ item. However I do not regret my purchase whatsoever, these are in my opinion better, the soundtsage is what really does it. I let some music run on these for a few days, every couple days the sound got warmer and flatter which i really liked, now the bass is much more responsive from the lower end but again thats not what this headphone is for.;;Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2017;;4.0 out of 5 stars;;The best forgotten secret in audio;;chris talbot;;;This set is better for people that have at least 4 headphones and are looking for a treble detailed set. Not recommended as the only headphone to have. The bass is there but it is not the emphasis and not pounding as some may prefer. Crisp and clear highs, better suited for analytics than “fun”. Some music productions and genre benefit from these headphones, some others do not. These need an amplifier to get the best sound. I am using a schiitt magni2 at high gain, the low gain does not produce as much brightness and the lower ranges were barely noticeable, the high gain improves on that and produces very nice detailed sound. Change the pads. The ones out of the box are terrible, I am using the XL brainwavz velour and they are fantastic.;;Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2018;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Excellent... if you know what you are getting into...;;JV;;;I chose these headphones after doing quite a bit of internet research about high-quality, affordable headphone options. This maker used to be one of the highest-reviewed headphones with its combination of great sound quality and affordability, however, recently the company was apparently acquired by a Chinese company. Some reviewers felt that the quality had dropped off after the acquisition, however, I decided to give the product a try based on the previous reviews. I have not been disappointed with these headphones. I primarily use the headphones for watching movies or playing games on my laptop when the kids are sleeping, however, I have used them to watch movies on my home theater system, and to play my digital piano. The sound quality is always top-notch and the headphones stay really comfortable even after a few hours. They have an over-ear design so they cancel out a lot of other noise, and the padding is quite comfortable on my head. These are a great option for somebody looking for good sound quality but who doesn't want to drop $100 or more for Bose or Beats.;;Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2017;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Great sound quality, comfort, and affordability make these a great set of over-ear headphones.;;Jonathan Cohen;;;If the description pointed out (did not at the time of purchase) that these headphones require an amp to use. Even some of the answer questions advised that an amp was not needed and even someone mentioned that they use them every day connected to their phone. Connected and with the volume cranked, can barely hear anything. Confirmed after some researching on Google, most users of these headphones use an amp. While I'm sure they probably sound good under those conditions, I'm not gonna go spend an additional 100.00 on an amp. But side note: the headband on these headphones is extremely flimsy and feels like it's just gonna fall off. Think twice before buying these if you're gonna use them for on the go or in a nonstationary location.;;Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2019;;3.0 out of 5 stars;;Would be helpful;;Kass