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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.
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360 degree sound with great comfort and clarity
For starters, I've used B&O noise cancelling headphones for years now. Still good, but I wanted something better for video editing and a more hifi listening experience.The first thing I noticed was how wide the soundscape is, and the detail clarity. Listening with the AKG k240s is like sitting in a studio or concert hall; the reverb is amazing and it feels like you're completely surrounded by sound. Individual instruments and their intricacies can be picked out by location with ease. Easily the best sounding headphones I've ever used, sounding amazing with all genres. Not to be over dramatic, it's like listening to songs for the first time again. You'll notice production techniques and sounds you never have before.For anyone worried about running without an amp, I've had little issues without one. Through my phone (galaxy s8) the cans work fabulously. At first the mids were strongest, but after some EQ tweaking in spotify (see attached image) they've got a beautiful range. Good bass detail, just not rumbly if that's what you're into. Plugged into a desktop port alone is where the only issue I've had appeared. The sound profile was different, but after giving it a day seem to work just fine. Works great with FL studio and adjusting my mixes. Will test with a dedicated CD player soon.As for the fit, quality, and noise bleed, all good. These are some of the most comfortable headphones I've worn, but it definitely feels like most of the manufacturing budget went into the sound design rather than materials. They're light, incredibly so, with some less than expensive feeling plastic, but they're also quite sturdy and a real ergonomic design. There's a reason so many manufacturers copy the design of these iconic cans. They're open back, so there will be noise bleed, but even with some background noise these sound sound great to the listener. In short, lightweight and ergonomic with some cheap feeling materials, but excellent comfort. Despite the bulky look, it's easy to forget these are on your head; I can wear these for hours on end easily.In short, these have my glowing recommendation for editing or even semi-audiophile listening at budget. I can't even fathom how top end headphone sound if this level of quality is the affordable option. In some instances you may want an amp and some sort of EQ control. Also the cable is 3 meters long lol, but completely removable for easy replacement.
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Aleca MonteiroReviewed in Brazil on October 26, 2021
AKG K240 MK II
Style: K240 MKII Pro HeadphonesVerified Purchase - DenkovReviewed in Belgium on November 18, 2024
Switched from beyerdynamic dt990pro..
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Uwe R.Reviewed in Germany on September 30, 2024
Guter Kopfhörer zu einem attraktiven Preis.
Style: Over Ear HeadphonesVerified Purchase
Nach 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.Guter Kopfhörer zu einem attraktiven Preis.Uwe R.
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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- KMSReviewed in India on September 28, 2024
Excellent reference grade audio for the price.
Style: K240 MKII Pro HeadphonesVerified Purchase
Surprised to find a true classic for this price. AKG has had this model in production since the mid 1970s (with a few upgrades + name changes). It has somewhat developed a cult following. “For the price” being the key words here. At this price point you would be hard pressed to find a studio reference grade headphone. I use it for with the digital piano and it serves its purpose as a practice companion. Excellent sound stage due to semi open design but not WOW like the sennheiser hd 599s (with those I have to sometimes remove the headphones just to check the sound is really coming from them and not directly from the piano!). The supplied ear cushions are comfy but not soft. One might find them lower in the comfort side if one has big ears and the tops of the ears touch the ear cups from inside. Impedence is rated at 55 ohms so make sure you have a headphone amp if you plan to drive these via mobile phones, pc sound etc. Otherwise you will be underwhelmed. Also the import sticker on the box mentions that a premium carrying bag is included but I didn’t find one. The box came with leatherette and velour sets of ear pads, straight cable with 3/8” jack, coiled cable with 1/4” jack and a screw on type converter.Excellent reference grade audio for the price.KMS
Reviewed in India on September 28, 2024
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