AKG K240 Studio K240STUDIO

★★★★★ 4.5 (12,306)

The semi-open design and wide frequency response deliver accurate, detailed sound for critical monitoring and mixing tasks. Its lightweight 454g build and ergonomic fit enable extended studio sessions without fatigue, backed by durable construction trusted in professional environments. These headphones are best for audio engineers and home studio musicians needing a reliable, flat-response reference for recording and mastering.

form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 30
impedance ohms 55
open closed back semi-open
AKG K240 Studio K240STUDIO headphones
48 Overall Score
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Snapshot

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong social proof (90th percentile) 90th
  • Strong build (81st percentile) 81st
  • Strong user sentiment (71st percentile) 71st
  • Strong sound (67th percentile) 67th

Cons

  • Below average mic (21st percentile)
  • Below average anc (34th percentile)
  • Below average comfort (35th percentile)

What owners think

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Based on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.

Owner sentiment has held steady over time
85/100Our AI sentiment readmedium confidence · 18 sources · May 2026
1★2★3★4★5★Q2 '16: 4.5★ · 6 reviewsQ3 '16: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '16: 5.0★ · 2 reviewsQ1 '17: 4.3★ · 3 reviewsQ2 '17: 5.0★ · 2 reviewsQ3 '17: 4.5★ · 2 reviewsQ4 '19: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '20: 4.0★ · 1 reviewQ1 '21: 4.7★ · 3 reviewsQ3 '21: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '21: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ2 '24: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '26: 5.0★ · 1 review61232211311111Q2 '16Q4 '16Q2 '17Q4 '19Q1 '21Q4 '21Q2 '26Q3 '26
Avg ratingHappy (4-5★)Unhappy (1-2★)Bar height = number of reviewsEstimated date

Based on 26 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

Performance Percentiles

Anc 33.6
Mic 20.6
Build 81.4
Sound 67
Battery 52.6
Comfort 34.9
User Sentiment 70.5
Connectivity 51.3
Social Proof 89.6

Specifications

Full Specifications

Design

Form Factor over-ear
Open/Closed semi-open
Weight 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs
Ear Cushion over-ear pads
Headband flexible steel structure

Audio

Driver Type dynamic
Driver Size 30
Freq Min 15
Freq Max 25000
Impedance 55
Sensitivity 104
Codecs AKG K240 Studio Professional Semi-Open Stereo Headphones, Bundle with Headphone Holder

Noise Control

ANC No

Connectivity

Wireless No
Wired Connector 3.5mm
Detachable Cable Yes
Cable Length 3

Microphone

Microphone No

Features

Touch Controls No

vs Competition

Spec AKG K240 Studio K240STUDIO Sennheiser HDB 630 Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Apple AirPods Max Midnight Technics EAH-A800
Form Factor over-ear over-ear over-ear over-ear over-ear over-ear
Driver Type dynamic dynamic dynamic dynamic dynamic dynamic
Driver Size (mm) 30 42 40 40 40 40
Impedance Ohms 55 480 314 - 16 34
Wireless false true true true true true
Active Noise Cancellation false true true true true true
Open Closed Back semi-open closed closed closed closed closed
Bluetooth Version - 5.2 5.2 5.3 5.0 5.2
Battery Life Hours - 60 30 30 20 50
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product AncMicBuildSoundBatteryComfortUser SentimentConnectivitySocial Proof
AKG K240 Studio K240STUDIO 33.620.681.46752.634.970.551.389.6
Sennheiser HDB 630 Compare 98.589.481.498.893.155.786.895.689.6
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare 98.589.481.496.982.162.270.599.289.6
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare 98.599.596.399.582.162.286.898.398.7
Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare 98.587.993.895.177.534.986.89698.7
Technics EAH-A800 Compare 95.298.881.49889.562.253.198.166

Price

Value & Pricing

From MX$981 1 offer across 1 retailer
Amazon.com.mx 1 offer From MX$981

Price History

MX$800 MX$1,000 MX$1,200 MX$1,400 MX$1,600 MX$1,800 May 3Jul 11 MX$981

Usage Scores

Work (25.4)Calls (19.3)Music (47.9)Overall (47.9)Budget (59.4)Gaming (33.4)Studio (55.3)Commute (29.9)

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