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AKG K240 Studio Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

AKG K240 Studio Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

AKG K240 Studio
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

80%

4.7

Technical score

20%

9.3

User score

▼Worse than 81% of headphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▼Worse than 73%
4.7

Technical score

Technical score
4.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

52%

4.8

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

3.8

Calls & Controls

▼Worse than 98%
9.3

User score

User score
9.3/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 98%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones AKG K240 Studio

Technical score
Technical score
4.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

52%

4.8

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.1

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

3.8

Calls & Controls

4.7
User score
User score
9.3/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.3
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Popularity:
AKG K240 Studio has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than that of 91.9% of products in this category.
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Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
30 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 30 mm, smaller driver size than 77.4% of headphones and equal to 4.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
15 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 15 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 58.3% of headphones and equal to 5.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
no
This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
AKG
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
240 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 240 g, heavier than 57.6% of headphones and equal to 1.5% of headphones.
Acoustic design
semi-open
Clamp force
3
Market range: <2.5 – >6.1
This pair of headphones has a clamp force of 3, lower clamp force than 79.5% of headphones and equal to 1.8% of headphones.
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AKG K240 Studio vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 1.3 lower clamp force
    This pair of headphones has a lower clamp force than the average pair of headphones (3 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    3 vs 4.3
  • 5,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 1.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3 m vs 1.2 m
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    15 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 16.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
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    AKG K240 Studio
    the average pair of headphones
    AKG K240 Studio has a higher user score than the average pair of headphones (9.3 vs 8).
    9.3 vs 8
  • 9 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (53 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    53 mm vs 44 mm
  • 70.4% more popular
    AKG K240 Studio is more popular than the average pair of headphones (10 vs 5.9).
    10 vs 5.87
  • 16.3% higher user score
    User score
    9.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    AKG K240 Studio
    the average pair of headphones
    AKG K240 Studio has a higher user score than the average pair of headphones (9.3 vs 8).
    9.3 vs 8
  • 70.4% more popular
    AKG K240 Studio is more popular than the average pair of headphones (10 vs 5.9).
    10 vs 5.87
  • 1.3 lower clamp force
    This pair of headphones has a lower clamp force than the average pair of headphones (3 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    3 vs 4.3
  • 1.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3 m vs 1.2 m
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 9 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (53 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    53 mm vs 44 mm
  • 5,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    15 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 10 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (30 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    30 mm vs 40 mm
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 11 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (91 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    91 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 10.1% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (240 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    240 g vs 218 g
  • 4.6% worse value for money
    AKG K240 Studio has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.95 vs 7.3).
    6.95 vs 7.27
  • 10.1% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (240 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    240 g vs 218 g
  • No travel bag
    This pair of headphones does not include a travel bag, the average pair of headphones does. 65.4% of headphones include a travel bag.
  • 4 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (56 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    56 mm vs 60 mm
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 10 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (30 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    30 mm vs 40 mm
  • 11 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (91 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    91 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 14 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2002 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    March 2002
    2002 vs 2016

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Mad Steex
≈ estimated
26/03/2022
Audio test · listening to four tracks and fit notes
Verdict
AKG K240 Studio is a good studio headphone for the price, despite its plastic build and limited fit.
9.5
Jay Lippman | Riot Anthem Studios
≈ estimated
20/05/2019
Long-term use · editing and listening tests
Verdict
AKG K240 Studio is flat, clear and comfortable, the way to go as a budget headphone for editing.
4.0
GonnaGeek Gear
≈ estimated
03/12/2017
Two-week podcast use test · semi-open design and fit
Verdict
AKG K240 Studio is not recommended for podcasting because of its semi-open design, weak isolation and fit.
9.0
metal571
≈ estimated
11/01/2015
Long-term review · months of use and sound tests
Verdict
AKG K240 Studio is a unique classic studio headphone that everyone should try, despite its leakage and plastic build.
9.0
Heart of Fire Productions
≈ estimated
08/12/2021
Long-term review · sound, comfort and build
Verdict
AKG K240 Studio is critical overall, but a strong buy for budget musicians starting out with recording and mixing.
9.0
Geeking Out with Borgs
≈ estimated
14/12/2020
Unboxing and quick review · sound test while editing
Verdict
AKG K240 Studio gets a big thumbs up for clear mids and highs in voice-over and sound editing.
8.0
Devan Bishop
≈ estimated
09/04/2020
Long-term use · two to three years of daily practice
Verdict
AKG K240 Studio is recommended for budget practice and in-ear monitoring, but not for critical EQ work.
9.0
ClintMusic
≈ estimated
19/02/2017
Long-term review · over a year of studio mixing use
Verdict
AKG K240 Studio offers accurate, balanced sound at a reasonable price and is clearly recommended for mixing.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

soundguys.com
30/01/2025
Review · Budget semi-open headphones
Verdict
The AKG K240 Studio offers excellent sound for its money and suits budget mixing, but its sub-bass is weak and it leaks sound.
homestudiobasics.com
10/04/2026
Hands-on review · Budget mixing headphones
Verdict
The AKG K240 Studio gives resolution and tone that are hard to beat at its price, though its open back makes it unsuited to recording.
headphone.ph
17/04/2017
Hands-on test · Semi-open studio
Verdict
The AKG K240 Studio is a budget open-back starter headphone with a pleasing sound, but its treble can turn piercing and it isn't made for travel.
catzaudio.com
29/09/2017
Long-term review · Studio mixing
Verdict
The AKG K240 is an accurate, natural-sounding studio pair for acoustic, jazz and pop mixing, but not for bass-heavy EDM or hip-hop.
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worldbolding.com
11/08/2017
Summary of the review
AKG K240 Studio Headphones Review: A Quirky, Analytical ...
headphonesaddict.com
21/01/2021
Long-term use · Studio headphones
Verdict
The AKG K240 is a comfortable, reliable pair with clear, detailed sound for home mixing and listening, but not for bass lovers or sweaty workouts.
headphone.ph
17/04/2017
Hands-on test · Sound comparison
Verdict
The AKG K240 Studio is a decent open-back for studio and casual listening, but it's no clear step up from a Grado SR60 or a Momentum on-ear.
kopfhoerer.de
12/02/2016
Review · Semi-open studio headphones
Verdict
The AKG K240 Studio is ideal for musicians recording alone, thanks to its punchy sound, but for mixing, choose more restrained headphones since its bass is exaggerated.
hifi.de
05/04/2022
Listening test · Retro studio headphones
Verdict
The AKG K240 Studio offers clear, detailed mids and a pleasant warm sound, but its highs and bass are underrepresented, so it isn't suited to critical mixing.
bonedo.de
12/10/2018
Review · Two-model comparison
Verdict
The AKG K 240 Studio and MKII sound natural and transparent for little money, but they lack sub-bass and their pads make you sweat.
misauriculares.com
20/03/2019
Listening test · Budget studio headphones
Verdict
The AKG K240 Studio sounds warm and pleasant for the price, but its bass lacks definition and orchestral pieces sound a little artificial.
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claudiochecchi.it
15/09/2018
Summary of the review
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about AKG K240 Studio

  • Excellent value for the price, often sounding more expensive than they are
  • Lightweight and comfortable for long listening sessions due to the self-adjusting headband
  • Detailed mid-range and clear treble, making them great for vocals and acoustic music
  • Natural and spacious soundstage provided by the semi-open design
  • User-replaceable mini-XLR cable and available replacement ear pads
  • Timeless, iconic retro aesthetic

What customers don't like about AKG K240 Studio

  • Substantial lack of sub-bass impact, which may disappoint fans of bass-heavy genres like EDM or Hip-Hop
  • All-plastic construction can feel flimsy or fragile to some users
  • Significant sound leakage due to semi-open design, making them unsuitable for loud environments
  • Relatively inefficient (55 Ohm, 91dB sensitivity) and may benefit from a dedicated amplifier
  • Shallow ear cups can cause discomfort for some users over extended periods
  • Poor isolation makes them a poor choice for recording near an open microphone

Verdict

The AKG K240 Studio is a professional semi-open, over-ear headphone featuring 30mm XXL transducers with patented Varimotion diaphragms, delivering a frequency response of 15Hz to 25,000Hz. Designed for mixing and mastering, it operates at a rated impedance of 55 Ohms with a sensitivity of 104 dB SPL/V and includes a detachable 3-meter mini-XLR to 3.5mm cable. Main characteristics include a self-adjusting headband for a lightweight fit and a sound signature noted for its natural mid-range and wide dynamic range. Key pros are its exceptional long-session comfort, impressive accuracy for critical listening, and budget-friendly price point; however, main cons include a significant roll-off in sub-bass response and a build that can feel relatively lightweight or plastic-heavy.

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