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AKG K 272 HD
$250.00
Released July, 2008
The Pros:Amazing for listening to ultra-high-quality audio. Slick aesthetic. Closed back design eliminates quiet background noise - enhances listening experience.
The Cons:Will show up every flaw in your compressed MP3s. Bulky and not portable. Transparency exposes every hidden flaw.
The AKG K 272 HD are one of four high definition headphone models offered in AKG's HD line up. This model features around the ear, closed back, gimbal-suspended headphones that are designed to minimize sound leakage, and maximize reduction of ambient noise to give excellent sound quality.
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The accurate performance and uncolored sound make these ideal for broadcast and audio engineers, but are lightweight, comfortable and rugged enough for DJ's or any other environment where you want high quality sound. A high-efficiency output with wide dynamic range make this perfect for mobile environments. The ultra-soft velvet ear pads and self adjusting headband make these a comfortable for long periods of time. High quality hardware such as gold-plated contacts and a single-sided 99.99% oxygen free cable deliver pure sound transmission, with a frequency response of 16Hz-28kHz. A 3.5mm to 6.3mm (1/8" to 1/4") adapter is included.
Specifications:
- Headphones weight without cable (g): 240
- Sensitivity (dB/mW, dB/V): 91, 104
- Audio bandwidth (Hz to kHz): 16-28
- Max. input power (mW): 200
- Rated impedance (ohms): 55
- Convertible jack plug (1/8" to 1/4")
- Replaceable ear pads
- Patented self-adjusting headband
- Unbreakable metal arches
- 99.99% oxygen-free cable (length in m): 3
- Single-sided cable
- Hard gold-plated jack plug and contacts
- Patented Varimotion diaphragms
- Closed-back, dynamic headphones
- NdFe magnets
- Suited for (SA)CD, DVD(A), DAT
- Best for MP3, CD, MD and PC/laptops
User Reviews (13)
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Amazing for listening to ultra-high-quality audio
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closed back design eliminates quiet background noise - enhances listening experience
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Balanced and even sound, transparency exposes every hidden instrument
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Velour ear pads that are comfortable, great sounding and washable
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Will show up every flaw in your compressed MP3s.
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Transparency exposes every hidden flaw
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Sasha Ouretski:
#akg_k_272_hd Most comfortable full size headphones I have owned. Very well made ("Made in Austria" still = High Quality). The sound is wonderful with plenty of bass. Passive isolation is superb.
Oct 1, 09
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