AKG Pro Audio K175 On-Ear, Closed-Back, Lightweight, Foldable Studio Headphones
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Brand | AKG Pro Audio |
Model Name | K175 |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | On-ear, closed back, foldable |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
About this item
- Legendary AKG studio performance and comfort with an on-ear, closed-back design
- Large 40mm transducers for greater low-frequency extension as well as best-in-class frequency response for unrivaled clarity and detail
- Superior sensitivity and low impedance provide maximum output with a braod range of playback devices.
- Foldable, ergonomic design allows you to take studio-quality sound with you - fitting right into your backpack or computer bag.
- Headband self-adjusts for a perfect fit everytime and slow-retention foam ear pads ensure a comfortable, secure fit that also maximizes acoustic isolation
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Sound quality | 4.5 | — | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.5 |
Quality of material | 4.5 | — | 4.1 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.1 |
Comfort | 4.1 | — | 4.2 | — | 5.0 | 4.6 |
Noise cancellation | — | — | 3.9 | 3.2 | 3.4 | 2.2 |
Bass quality | — | — | — | 4.0 | 3.6 | 4.2 |
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connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | On-ear, closed back, foldable | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | Wired | 3.5mm Jack | 6.35mm Jack, 3.5mm Jack | gold plated stereo jack plug 3.5 mm (0.12-inch) |
noise control | sound isolation | sound isolation | sound isolation | — | — | — |
headphones jack | — | — | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm;6.3 mm | 3.5 mm Jack | XLR |
cable feature | Retractable | Detachable | Tangle Free | Detachable | Detachable | Detachable |
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Product information
Item Weight | 8.4 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 1 x 1 x 1 inches |
ASIN | B075T7SPPH |
Item model number | 3405H00010 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #33,602 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #89 in Recording Headphone Audio Monitors |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | February 22, 2011 |
Color Name | Black |
Connector Type | 3.5mm Jack |
Size | 9.4 x 4.8 x 8.5 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Item Weight | 0.24 Kilograms |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
The AKG Foldable Studio Headphones Line is built on a legacy of 70 years of quality, and features our latest transducer and acoustic technologies. As a result, the family delivers unparalleled audio performance for musicians, engineers, and producers who need superior accuracy from reliable headphones that stand up to today's mobile lifestyle. The on-ear, closed back AKG K175 are perfect for live monitoring and mix applications. Just pick them up and you’ll immediately find the roadworthy design takes away the worry of damage while traveling. Try them on and you’ll realize they still provide the superior studio quality sound you expect from AKG. And you’ll never get tired of wearing AKG Foldable Studio Headphones because their ergonomic design provides a comfortable fit—even during long sessions. As the gold standard of professional-quality sound with over one million studio headphones sold, AKG knows what it takes to build world-class headphones—high-quality, durable parts working together to match amazing sonic performance with optimal fit and comfort.
From the Manufacturer
The on-ear, closed back AKG K175 are perfect for live monitoring and mix applications. Just pick them up and you'll immediately find the roadworthy design takes away the worry of damage while traveling. Try them on and you'll realize they still provide the superior studio quality sound you expect from AKG. And you'll never get tired of wearing AKG Foldable STudio Headphones because their ergonomic design provides a comfortable fit - even during long sessions.
From the manufacturer
K175 On-Ear, Closed-Back, Foldable Studio Headphones
Legendary AKG Studio sound and comfort with On-ear, closed back design. Best in class frequency response for unrivaled clarity and detail.
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Legendary AKG Sonic PerformanceBuilding on a 70-year legacy of continual design innovation, AKG delivers unmatched sound quality and comfort in this new family of Foldable Studio Headphones. The new K175 represents the culmination of decades of refinement—from the transducers, to the porting, to the fit and finish. |
You Can Take Headphones Out of the Studio……but you can’t take the studio out of these headphones. Now it’s even more convenient to take studio-quality sound with you. With the K175, it’s almost as if you were sitting in front of a pair of great reference monitors—transparent, defined, and uncolored. Their superior sensitivity and low impedance offer maximum output before distortion, so you can use them even when playing music on lower-powered mobile devices. |
You’ve Never Heard Bass Like ThisWhen you’re serious about editing and mixing your music, you’re looking for more than thumping bass in your headphones, you need nuanced low frequencies. The K175 offers 40mm transducers—the largest in their class—to create greater low-frequency extension and detailed bass reproduction. This makes it easy to define each and every instrument you’re hearing. |
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Built to LastAfter decades of the strictest product standards and most rigorous of testing regimens, quality has become synonymous with the AKG name - and these headphones are no exception. From intensive driver stress tests to an 80,000 bend cycle for cables and even an exaggerated drop test we put our headphone designs through the gauntlet, so you can count on them for years to come! All of the critical pieces are metal, including the hinge, guaranteeing they last through heavy use. Additionally the cable is replaceable further extending the life of your investment. |
Take the Studio With YouWith a completely foldable design made possible through an innovative three axis hinge the K175 can easily be collapsed. This means they are great for transporting in tight places like travel bags. The design minimizes the exposure to damage that comes with the demanding mobile lifestyles of musicians, producers and audio engineers. |
Make Music in ComfortNo more tugging and pulling to adjust the fit of your headphones. The AKG 175 are the first foldable, studio-quality headphones in their classes to offer a self adjusting headband, floating ear cups and an innovative three axis hinge to provide you with an instant, all over perfect fit with every use. And they don't just fit well, they feel good. AKG Headphones have become a trusted studio ally over the years for their ability to be worn fatigue free for hours on sessions due to their light weight and comfortable slow retention foam ear pads. |
The AKG Legacy - Inspiring Greatness for Decades
For more than 65 years, AKG has helped create the iconic sounds of some of the world’s most well known recording artists, engineers and producers. Our designers and engineers have made it their life’s passion to find new ways to deliver breakthrough experiences for artists of all levels. Whether in the studio or on stage, when you wear AKG headphones, you’re seconds away from creating history.
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Customer Reviews |
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Headphone Type | Closed-Back | Open-Back | Closed-Back | Closed-Back |
Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Foldable | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Wearing Style | On-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
Cable Length | 5m | 5m | 5m | 3m |
Replaceable Earpads | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Transducer Size | 40mm | 50mm | 50mm | 50mm |
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Customers like the comfort, value, and appearance of the headphones. They mention that the cushioning of the pads is pretty comfortable, and the headband drastically reduces stress on ears. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, cord, fit, and sound quality.
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Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that the sound is good for what you're paying for, while others say that the treble is lacking and the bass is not boosted.
"...audiophile for a Very Long Time.....these are some of the best headphones I've ever used, especially at this price point...." Read more
"...Not too bassy, clear mids & highs, excellent sound clarity for keyboards, mixing, etc. Dub mixes & roots rockers sound great, synths sound wonderful...." Read more
"...They have a good fit and are comfortable for my ears and sound great with good bass. Clamping pressure doesn't seem to be too tight for my head...." Read more
"...This set has great sound even without equalizer, although personally i like the heavy basses, which this unit provides in plenty...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They mention that the padding of the pads is pretty comfortable, and the headband drastically reduces stress on ears.
"...Imagine Tube output! They are comfortable enough as well. High recommendation." Read more
"A nice pr. of headphones. They have a good fit and are comfortable for my ears and sound great with good bass...." Read more
"...The cushioning of the pads is pretty comforable and warm. If you live in a tropical country like I do, you will sweat them a lot...." Read more
"...Comfort - So these are not the most comfortable headphones ever but they are also not terrible. I wore them for a few hours with no issue...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the headphones. They say it's a solid value, the best cheap open-back headphones they've tried, and the sound is well-balanced and detailed for the price.
"...are some of the best headphones I've ever used, especially at this price point...." Read more
"...Great bargain at any price. Just wish these AKG cans had bigger earpads for us Dumbo types – it’s a pretty tight fit...." Read more
"...Good, airy AKG sound with lots of detail. Super cheap. Sub-$90 price tag! Comes with bag. (Really is a dust cover, not a portable case.)..." Read more
"...For me these are well worth their cost. I've spent a lot more for lesser performing cans." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the headphones. They say that the oval pads fit just fine, look good, and give their ears some support. The finishes are well done, and the product looks pretty nice at a quick glance.
"...The finish of the cable is actually very good, otherwise.The cushioning of the pads is pretty comforable and warm...." Read more
"...have a round design, but trust me, the oval pads fit just fine, look good, and give your ears some extra space both vertically and depth wise...." Read more
"...But, they are pretty, and I really like the coiled chord." Read more
"Great design, great price...scaled down to fit a toddler..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the cleanliness of the headphones. They mention that it is clean and detailed, and the sound is clear and not muddy or harsh.
"...It is clean and very detailed, it might not be Sennheisers 300$ kind of detail but for this price I think it's great...." Read more
"Well maid, sound clear, not muddy or harsh. Could use a longer lead though." Read more
"Sturdy - Quality - Clean..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the headphones. Some mention that they have excellent sound with great quality materials, perfect comfort, and are relatively robust in construction. However, others say that the quality is not what expected from AKG, the cable is cheaply made, and the open quality isn't great. The headphones were ok but broke after a few months. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it's recommended to buy a better closed back headphone.
"...But it's also not bad. I can't really fault it at this price. It does the job certainly and none of the frequencies overpower each other because..." Read more
"EXCELLENT, lush pro studio headphones, better sound than headphones selling at three times the price. Deep, rich, full sound...." Read more
"...Good, airy AKG sound with lots of detail. Super cheap. Sub-$90 price tag! Comes with bag. (Really is a dust cover, not a portable case.)..." Read more
"...What I got a gripe with is that the synthetic leather headband started peeling off at the edges near the stitching within days of pretty regular..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that they have a good fit and are comfortable for their ears, while others say that they were loose & stretchy with a poor fit right out of the sealed box. The suspension is likewise sized for a child, the pads are in fact small, and they simply wouldn't stay on their head and kept sliding down off their ears.
"A nice pr. of headphones. They have a good fit and are comfortable for my ears and sound great with good bass...." Read more
"...Not a huge deal but something to note. They also are kind of loose on my head probably because of my small head though...." Read more
"...Yes, the headphones have a round design, but trust me, the oval pads fit just fine, look good, and give your ears some extra space both vertically..." Read more
"...They simply wouldn’t stay on my head and kept sliding down off my ears. AKG’s usually snug headband system didn’t keep them on. Quality control, AKG?..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the cord. Some mention that they like the coiled cord, while others say that they don't like the cord, which is wind so tightly.
"...Best cheap open-back headphones I've tried.I like the chord, its very durable and not prone to tangling, but some may not like the..." Read more
"...The cable is wound so tightly or the cable is so stiff and springy that it is not easy to use the couch to listen through the phones. I have a pr...." Read more
"...But, they are pretty, and I really like the coiled chord." Read more
"...The coiled cable isn't my preferred choice, but it seems of usable length and good quality. The connector canside is a 3 pin on the left side only...." Read more
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Sound -note that I did not do any sort of burn in process with these besides listening to YouTube music for a few hours on medium volume
BASS- These are not bass boosted headphones and they aren't meant to be, I'd say the bass is satisfying to my purpose which is making beats. It is clean and very detailed, it might not be Sennheisers 300$ kind of detail but for this price I think it's great. I can hear the actual bass notes change in the song . It's not super loud and it doesn't necessarily"thump" but it is good. and even for casual listening I found myself head bopping. But like I said it's not loud or bloated at all. Overall, I like it and I think it will be good for 808 mixing. You just have to remember the car speakers or someone's beats are gonna make that bass sound way louder then it does when you mix it.
MIDS - These are a bit mid heavy I will say. I say that because it seems like they push vocals to the front of the mix. listening to songs on YouTube sounded amazing because vocals are crisp, clear and right in your ears but not distorted. I listened to Instant Crush by Daft Punk for example and I loved it, it was like Julian was right in front of me singing in perfect tune and frequency. It is ALMOST to the point where it's too loud of vocals and you can't appreciate the instrumental enough. At first this kind of bothered me but eventually I got used to the sound. The instrumental still sounds good it just kind of hangs behind the vocals when listening to songs. And I assumed this is because the headphones are mid heavy.
HIGHS- the clarity in the highs il admit is not mind blowing on first day of listening. But it's also not bad. I can't really fault it at this price. It does the job certainly and none of the frequencies overpower each other because sound stage and imaging is actually fantastic on these for the price in my opinion. Everything is separated well and you can hear each frequency clearly. I don't think you'll be disappointed in the highs since they don't take away from the overall listening experience
Comfort - So these are not the most comfortable headphones ever but they are also not terrible. I wore them for a few hours with no issue. However, in order to have no issue I had to make some adjustments. The "self adjusting" headband these have I feel only works when bigger heads stretch it out. But it doesn't actually form down to smaller heads. I have a smaller head and these sat too low on my ears. So in order for them to fit comfortably I had to add some foam to the headband making them sit higher on my head. Not a huge deal but something to note. They also are kind of loose on my head probably because of my small head though. The ear pads aren't luxury but they are actually pretty soft and do the job just fine. They did not get hot for me after hours of listening.
Build - I think the build quality of these is on par if not better than it's competition. It seems like they are made out of a cheaper metal but it feels sturdy enough just don't stomp on them or anything crazy. The headband seems the suspect for first thing to break if something does besides internal hardware. Otherwise they come with a very nice quality bag that is pretty thick and soft on the inside.
Conclusion - like I said this is all based on one day of listening. But overall I enjoyed these headphones enough to listen for a few hours and I will probably keep them for making beats. I think the sound is balanced enough for it and its pretty much slightly above average for all sound requirements. I always have multiple headphones anyway for checking mixes but these should be a nice addition to those. I think if you can get these for 100$ or less you will not be disappointed and I don't think I mentioned this earlier In the review but these would be awesome for recording/tracking vocals. Thanks for reading my long review guys take care :).
Addendum: A second pair I got at discount from a “Sweet” online music store were loose & stretchy with poor fit right out of the sealed box, so I returned them. They simply wouldn’t stay on my head and kept sliding down off my ears. AKG’s usually snug headband system didn’t keep them on. Quality control, AKG? So you may have to try a few pairs to get a perfect personal fit. Love AKGs and I’d buy these again if they fit right!
This set has great sound even without equalizer, although personally i like the heavy basses, which this unit provides in plenty.
I would say with no EQ on it's pretty close to natural, but pretty heavy on the bass which is great if you like it.
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+ Le dernier chef-d'œuvre d'AKG en Autriche, et la meilleure fin pour décorer la fin de la longue série K240
+ Des écouteurs qui montrent l'entêtement d'AKG, et non des produits adaptés à la cible d'Harman comme le K371
+ AKG a enfin surmonté la critique selon laquelle c'est une marque qui manque de basses extrêmes.
+ Réalisation d'un excellent équilibre tonal avec la cible unique de haute qualité d'AKG
+ En regardant uniquement l'équilibre tonal, il dépasse le niveau le plus fort d'AKG et est rare parmi les casques du monde entier.
+ Facile à conduire donc pas besoin d'amplificateur
+ Pliable pour une portabilité facile
- Une ouverture plus faible que le DT880 me rappelle un casque fermé
- L'intérieur de l'écouteur n'est pas large, il est donc un peu inconfortable pour les personnes ayant de grandes oreilles
They are very loose fitting and would only fit a large head, so they're perfect if you have a larger head and feel that other headphones give too much pressure. I might get a second pair just because of this single reason.