AKG K240 STUDIO vs AKG K240 MKII

AKG K240 STUDIO review
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AKG K240 MKII review

This time I am going to introduce you to my review about AKG K240 MKII vs AKG K240 Studio. This is a comparison of two pairs of semi-open headphones that have an over-ear wearing style.

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Features

It is unusual to compare such similar devices as almost all their technical characteristics are absolutely identical. Let's start with impedance. This feature is 55 Ohm in both cases. When it comes to frequency response, the headphones work in a range of 15 Hz and 25 kHz. Their sensitivity is also the same since AKG K240 MKII and AKG K240 Studio have 104 dB.

Sound

Due to the semi-open design, these devices do not have a noise-canceling function. AKG K240 MKII has a pretty well-balanced, rounded sound with some extra measure of crisp bass. Mids are clearly defined and reveal lots of detail, however, this is also due to a superior spatial resolution.

The sound of AKG K240 Studio is outstanding and defined. You will get just the pure frequency spectrum. Nice on highs, incredibly detailed mids and lows are well-balanced.

Comfort and design

The considered devices have an adjustable headband but they are not equipped with a microphone. Also, these headphones do not have any buttons for control.

Speaking of their benefits, the devices come with a detachable cable which is 3 m long. The weight of the headphones is identical like all other features — 240 g.

AKG K240 MKII pros and cons

AKG K240 MKII pros and cons

Pros

  • The half-open construction and wise pick of materials means that wearing the headphones even for several hours at a time will not cause any noticeable discomfort
  • Offers very natural sound
  • The earpads are replaceable
  • The self-adjusting headband which naturally fits the contour of your head

Cons

  • The coiled cable starts producing a noticeable resistance when moved more than a meter or so from the headphone AMP
  • The size makes it unsuitable for portable use

AKG K240 STUDIO pros and cons

AKG K240 STUDIO pros and cons

Pros

  • You can hear every nuance present in the music
  • The performance level reaches a real professional level, even if you use it in your home studio
  • The design function works very well, and the device is flexible and very lightweight
  • Delivers a very wide dynamic that is incredibly accurate

Cons

  • Feels a bit weak because of its mostly plastic construction
  • The sound leaks

Votes 36 36
Rating 4.3 4.3

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Overall
AKG K240 STUDIO
6.5
AKG K240 MKII
6.5
7
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Product

AKG K240 STUDIO
AKG K240 MKII

Model

K240 STUDIO
K240 MKII

Brand

AKG
AKG

Reviews

4846
2046

General

Wearing style

over ear
over ear

Enclosure

semi-open
semi-open

Wireless

Wired

Specifications

Transducer

dynamic
dynamic

Driver size, mm/inches

Impedance, Ohm

55
55

Frequency response, Hz

15Hz-25KHz
15Hz-25KHz

Total harmonic distortion (THD), %

Sensitivity (SPL), dB

104
104

Magnet type

Weight (headphones), g/oz

240/8.4
240/8.4

Comfort

Adjustable headband

Foldable

Noise cancelling

Active noise cancelling

Adjustable noise cancelling level

Microphone

Built-in microphone

In-line microphone

Detachable microphone

Cables

Detachable cable

Audio cable length, cm/ft

300/9.8
300/9.8

Jack connection (TRS)

3.5
3.5

Balanced connection

Control

Built-in control buttons

In-line control

Touch control

Voice control

App control

Control functions

Wireless connectivity

Bluetooth

has not
has not

Bluetooth version

has not
has not

aptX

has not
has not

aptX HD (Hi-Res Audio)

has not
has not

Bluetooth profiles

has not
has not

NFC

Wi-Fi

Battery

Battery type

has not
has not

Battery life, hrs

has not
has not

Charging time, hrs

has not
has not

Charging port

has not
has not

Charging cable

has not
has not

Speed charge

has not
has not

Battery free listening mode

has not
has not

Battery level indicator

has not
has not

Additional features

Water resistance

Light indication

Additional audio features

In the box

Audio cable

Carry case

Charging cable

has not
has not

1/4 Adapter (6,35 mm)

Interchangeable ear pads

User manual

Manual

AKG K240 STUDIO
AKG K240 MKII
AKG K240 STUDIO
AKG K240 MKII

Headphones HeadphonesArena comparison rating

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  • worse
  • 6.5
  • 6.5
  • 6.5AKG K240 STUDIO
  • 6.5AKG K240 MKII

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