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AKG Headphones, Gold, One Size (K240STUDIO)

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Style: Over Ear Headphones


Features

  • 55 ohms impedance, plug-in cable
  • Self-adjusting headband for optimum fit
  • Single cable for ease of use
  • Semi-open, circumaural design

Description

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 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


Color: Gold


Ear Placement: Over Ear


Form Factor: Over Ear


Impedance: 55 Ohm


Noise Control: None


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


Is Electric: No


UPC: 885038026730


Global Trade Identification Number: 50, 44


Manufacturer: JBL


Item Weight: 8.5 ounces


Item model number: K240STUDIO


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


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
  • đź’¸ Affordable price point for the quality of sound and build provided
  • đź‘‚ 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
  • đź”” 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
  • đź’Ľ 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.

    • The Best Studio Grade Phones For The Money Right Now
Style: Over Ear Headphones
The short and sweet of these phones is they are a really solid 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 space with AKG. Read on for a more detailed review Testing performed on an SMSL DAC using Optical Windows 10 at 24 bit 96000Hz Studio quality no enhancements of any kind Tested using Spotify Premium Quality, Youtube videos, and MusicBee FLAC music, and some Bluray Movies Compared against Sennheiser HD598 and Pioneer HDJ-1000(for distortion purposes) So these headphones were a very pleasant surprise for me to give a review. The last “cheap AKG” phones I’ve had any experience with were the K70. Those phones were flat just on the edge of tin like and overall a massive disappointment. I might be considered an “audiofile” by some and would consider my setup to be at the bottom of premium. I normally listen to things on a set of HD598 that I love with everything and an S.M.S.L. DAC connected via SPDIF(optical). So coming into these phones at this price point I was not expecting good things to say the least given my last experience. Turns out I was way off base as these are really solid phones. 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. Just nice neutral sound to appreciate the original source material. 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. Giving a listen to a bass boosted version of Invincible I would have to crank my DAC to a level that on my HD598’s would have my ears bleeding. However there was no distortion or muddling so I would more likely chalk it up to gain hunger for bass than I would weak output. Switching over to a song I know has a lot of highs as well as bass I gave a listen to Ignoring My Heart Bass Boosted. The story was the same. No real distortion happening I could discern a clear difference between the highs and the bass on the drops. I think the lesson here is if you’re wanting a rich thick bass signature out of these phones then you’re going to have to be listening on a dedicated device like a DAC or Audio Interface and not a phone/tablet. Highs I listened to a couple songs that give me a good impression of the highs and their qualities. First off I listened to Jolie Coquine by Caravan Palace. DAC was at the normal level I keep it at this time around and everything from the lyrics to the violins were nice a clear if a bit lacking in the peaks. Next up a gave Beauty Beats by Beats Antique a listen which has the highs more muted but still present in the foreground. It was a much better listening experience here the violins are more in the background while the fiddles are more foreground. Next up I gave Carmina Burana a go particularly the version performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. It’s one of the best versions that really shows off highs as well as giving you a solid idea of the sound stage of the phones. This was outstandingly good in terms of the highs but the sound stage was quite lacking here.I would say it's about half as wide as my HD 598's. Last I gave Madame Coquette by Tape Five a listen and noticed the slight cut off in the highs once a gain compared to my 598’s. It’s nothing an average listener would notice or someone who’s more a casual listener would notice but it’s definitely there in the highs Mids songs are always really hard to pick out because I think a huge difference in peoples listening experience comes in at the Mids. So I would use my track list here to find where your listening defaults lie. First off I gave My Kind of Town by Sinatra a listen because with the lyrics and the woods section I think this song has a really solid mid presence throughout. Here’s where I noticed the first bit of the corner cutting that I think gets these phones into the price point they are in. There’s a flatness that isn’t obvious but very pronounced. It sounds like you get to right where a mid would fill your sound stage and it stops just before that. Next up I gave In The Air Tonight by Collins a listen. I think this song is a good choice because the Mids are what I would call the essence of this song. No real issues here this time around and the flatness isn’t as big of a deal here. Moving on to movies and general video content from the likes of YouTube, Netflix, etc I think this is where the phones really shine. The overall neutral sound signature gives any spoken word content a perfect balance. Everything form YouTube videos to movies to Netflix sounded as good as I expected it to sound. With no real issues or noticeable drops offs of any kind. Everything sounds just right in my book. So conclusion time is upon us and it’s important that you remember that sound in general is a very subjective medium and it’s hard to just outright say something or give a person a conclusive yes or no answer to a question. All that taken into account are these good headphones? Yes I think the neutral studio sound signature and level detail in the sound is perfect for this price point. If you’re a streamer, gamer, or video watcher then these headphones are hard to beat. If you’re a big music listener or expect booming thunderous sounds then I think you should look elsewhere. I don’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 time. These are a solid buy and a solid 5 star from me. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2018 by Gate
    • Cleanest sound I've worn in many years!
Style: Over Ear 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

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