Name: AKG K240 MK II
Brand: AKG
SKU: B0016MNBAM
Price: 90.90 USD

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- Lacks bass extension with missing impact and punch on bass drums
- Lacks treble extension with near absent cymbals and hi-hats
- Stock earpads are too shallow, causing ears to touch drivers
- Hard to find third-party mini-XLR cables
- Requires gargantuan power to really sing
- Unnatural treble that can be slightly harsh
- Weak plastic build with flimsy feeling components
- Plastic components in ear cups will wear out over time
- Wire connections will break with use over time
- Plastic beds on headband Y-piece crack from twisting
- Cable durability issues with rubber-coiled cable shedding
- May not be suitable for bass-heavy music genres
- Positional accuracy issues with directional audio cues
- Small earcups that may not fit larger ears well
- Slightly aloof bass that does not immerse listener

- Frequency response is not flat or neutral
- Lack of bass definition
- Lack of bass extension

- Soft bass response
- Small drivers struggle with sub-bass
- Plastic construction feels thin and flimsy
- Does not collapse for travel
- Weak isolation from semi-open design

- Not very loud, requires adequate amplification
- Cheap plastic construction
- Cable connector button difficult to disengage
- Plastic components wear out over time
- Cannot be used on one ear due to design limitations
- Weak bass response unsuitable for bass-heavy listening
- Do not collapse for travel
- Somewhat fragile despite durability reports
- Need for frequent headphone amp for best performance

- Too soft to dig up the finest details and dynamic nuances
- Needs a bit more punch

The K240 MK II delivers a mid-centric, detailed sound with warm vocals and clear highs, though bass extension and sub-bass punch fall short of full-range monitoring standards. The self-adjusting headband and lightweight 240g build provide exceptional all-day comfort, while the semi-open design offers a decent soundstage without complete isolation. Build quality splits opinion — some find the plastic construction adequately durable for the price, while others note thin, flimsy components prone to cracking over time. Best for studio professionals and home listeners who prioritize vocal clarity and midrange detail over deep bass; skip if you need bass-heavy tuning or a portable folding design.

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- Warm, lush, non-fatiguing mids that highlight vocals and woodwind/stringed instruments
- Good technicalities for the price with decent soundstage and imaging
- Decent build quality for the price point
- Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear
- Self-adjusting headband provides stable, comfortable fit without pinching
- Additional velour pads and coiled cable included
- Detachable connectors allow easy cable swapping
- Classic AKG styling and design
- Reliable construction with minimal plastic feel
- Non-fatiguing sound that is easy to listen to for hours
- Excellent headband design that distributes weight evenly
- Clear, direct vocals with pleasant airiness
- Very comfortable with minimal heat build-up
- Responsive to powerful amplification for improved control

- Mini XLR industry standard connector for cable attachment
- Extra cables included with both straight and coiled options
- Extra ear cushions included with replaceable pads
- Very light weight

- Accurate audio delivery
- Excellent headband design
- Lightweight and durable
- Reasonable price point
- High comfort level for extended sessions
- Neutral and precise frequency response
- Great soundstage thanks to semi-open design
- Replaceable earpads and cables
- Solid connection points

- Clean and clear sound with flat frequency response
- Very comfortable for extended wear
- Lightweight construction
- Excellent soundstage for semi-open design
- Detachable cables with multiple options
- Replaceable earpads included
- Sturdy and durable build
- Low output impedance suitable for most sources
- Good for studio monitoring and mixing
- Great for tracking and recording
- Excellent for silent practice with amplifiers
- Honest, revealing sound that exposes recording quality
- No ear fatigue even with flat response
- Perfect for audiobook editing and mastering

- Comfortable to wear
- Spacious, even delivery
- Don't leak as much as fully open headphones

These headphones are a classic brand name with solid build, versatile accessories, and relatively low price. However, they are not well-tuned for full-range monitoring and lack the low frequency reproduction that studio monitoring should provide. Not ideal for making mix decisions.

Always listenable, but you can do much better at this money.

K240 MK II

Wait — at $90.90, this is 83% below the 365-day average, within $58 of the all-time low, and drops this low about 2 times a year.

AKG K240 MK II

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