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AKG K812 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£1,000
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

AKG K812 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.4

Poor

3.6

Poor

7.5

Very good

0.2
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
0.0
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
0.5
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
1.0
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
0.2
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
0.0
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
1.4
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset

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The AKG K812 is a professional open-back flagship headphone featuring massive 53mm transducers with a 1.5 Tesla magnet system and ultra-lightweight copper-clad aluminum voice coils. Engineered for extreme detail, it offers a wide 5 Hz – 54 kHz frequency response, 36-ohm impedance, and 110 dB SPL sensitivity, making it easy to drive across various sources. It is widely praised for its expansive soundstage, clinical imaging, and exceptional transparency; however, some users find the treble peaks occasionally fatiguing and note that the proprietary LEMO connector cable can be costly to replace.

Technical Specifications of AKG K812

Overall score

4.4

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Popularity

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.

Sound

4.2

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

2.2

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A

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Connectivity

2.9

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

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Features

2.7

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

1.0

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

5.2

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AKG

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

open-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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AKG K812 vs the average headphone

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Hi-Res Audio certification
AKG K812 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.
Importance: LOW
AKG K812 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
13 mm larger driver size
AKG K812 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (53 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.
Importance: MEDIUM
AKG K812 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (53 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.53 mm vs 40 mm
13 Hz lower bass extension
AKG K812 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
AKG K812 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.5 Hz vs 18 Hz
34,000 Hz higher treble extension
AKG K812 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (54,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=24000 Hz
AKG K812 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (54,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.54000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
27 mm more spacious earcup width
AKG K812 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (70 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.
Importance: MEDIUM
AKG K812 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (70 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.70 mm vs 43 mm
10 mm more spacious earcup height
AKG K812 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (70 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.
Importance: MEDIUM
AKG K812 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (70 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.70 mm vs 60 mm
Sidetone support
AKG K812 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
What it is: Lets users hear their own voice during calls
When it matters: When long calls matter and you do not want to sound unnaturally loud in your own ears while speaking.
Importance: LOW
AKG K812 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
Open-back design
AKG K812 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.
Importance: MEDIUM
AKG K812 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
27 mm more spacious earcup width
AKG K812 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (70 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
10 mm more spacious earcup height
AKG K812 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (70 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
1.8 m more useful cable length
AKG K812 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
Open-back design
AKG K812 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
Hi-Res Audio certification
AKG K812 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
13 mm larger driver size
AKG K812 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (53 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
13 Hz lower bass extension
AKG K812 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
34,000 Hz higher treble extension
AKG K812 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (54,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
Sidetone support
AKG K812 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.

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78.9% higher weight
AKG K812 is heavier than the average headphone (390 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
1.3 higher clamp force
AKG K812 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.6 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
No travel bag
AKG K812 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
No passive noise reduction
AKG K812 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
AKG K812 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
Not headset-ready
AKG K812 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
No voice assistant support
AKG K812 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
4 years older release date
AKG K812 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
October 2013
No passive noise reduction
AKG K812 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.
Importance: MEDIUM
AKG K812 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
78.9% higher weight
AKG K812 is heavier than the average headphone (390 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
AKG K812 is heavier than the average headphone (390 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.390 g vs 218 g
No voice assistant support
AKG K812 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
AKG K812 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
AKG K812 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
AKG K812 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
Not headset-ready
AKG K812 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.
Importance: MEDIUM
AKG K812 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
1.3 higher clamp force
AKG K812 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.6 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.
Importance: MEDIUM
AKG K812 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.6 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.5.6 vs 4.3
11.11x more expensive
AKG K812 is more expensive than the average headphone (£1,000 vs £90).
AKG K812 is more expensive than the average headphone (£1,000 vs £90).£1,000 vs £90
45.3% worse value for money
AKG K812 has worse value for money than the average headphone (4.64 vs 6.736).
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.
AKG K812 has worse value for money than the average headphone (4.64 vs 6.736).4.64 vs 6.74

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What customers like about AKG K812?

Exceptional soundstage width and deep, holographic imaging that rivals the Sennheiser HD800
Highly detailed and analytical sound, revealing subtle nuances and production errors in recordings
Superb comfort for long sessions due to excellent weight distribution and unique ear pad design
Easy to drive (36 ohms), performing well even with portable players and DAPs
Premium build quality featuring solid metal construction and high-quality materials
Included high-quality real wood 'Omega' style headphone stand

What customers dislike about AKG K812?

Treble peaks (notably around 6kHz) can be harsh, 'tizzy', or fatiguing for some listeners
Bass can be perceived as lean or lacking impact compared to planar magnetic flagships
Thin and flimsy stock cable that uses a non-standard 3-pin LEMO connector
Extremely honest nature makes poorly recorded or compressed tracks sound unpleasant
Open-back design provides almost zero isolation, leaking sound significantly into the room
Price-to-performance ratio is often questioned when compared to newer or cheaper models like the K712

Expert reviews

stereophile.com

25/02/2014

The AKG K812 Professional Reference Headphone - Measurements Would you like to see technical frequency response graphs or more user-focused community...

The Stereophile measurements for the AKG K812 professional headphones reveal a highly stable, linear, and smooth raw frequency response below 2kHz, demonstrating exceptional performance for a traditional dynamic driver. With a low 44-ohm average impedance, the K812 is highly efficient and easily driven by portable players. Conversely, the measurements indicate significant flaws,...Read more

head-fi.org

15/10/2013

AKG K812 - Reviews - Head-Fi

The AKG K812 open-back headphones are described on Head-Fi as an exceptional, highly analytical reference tool featuring a neutral midrange, precise bass response, and robust metal construction. Their 36-ohm impedance allows for easy driving, even from portable devices, while offering excellent detail retrieval for studio monitoring. However, the reviews note cons regarding comfort,...Read more

cnet.com

19/02/2014

Wide-open sound: AKG K812 headphones

This review highlights the AKG K812 open-back headphones as a world-class audio product made in Austria. The reviewer praises their incredible comfort and a design that feels much lighter than their actual weight of 13.7 ounces. A major standout feature is the incredibly wide, addictive, and spacious stereo imaging that mimics the natural sound of live music. These dynamic...Read more

cnet.com

04/02/2017

AKG's twin flagship headphones, the K812 and K872 - CNET

In his review for CNET, Steve Guttenberg delivers a detailed comparison of AKG's flagship headphones, the open-back K812 and the closed-back K872. Both models retail for $1,499 and feature premium build components, sharing identical headbands, 13.8-ounce weights, 36-ohm impedances, and massive 53mm drivers driven by 1.5 Tesla magnets. Despite these physical similarities, they are...Read more

headphone.guru

11/01/2016

AKG K812 Reference Headphones – Making A Splash

The AKG K812 is a reference open-back headphone designed to deliver an incredibly wide, deep, and immersive 3D soundstage with exceptional speed and instrument layering. Equipped with a massive 53mm Tesla 1.5 driver and rated at 36 Ohms, it achieves realistic tonality and excellent detail retrieval, making it particularly special for classical and vocal recordings. A major strength...Read more

hdphonic.com

26/05/2014

AKG K812 - HDPhonic

The AKG K812 is an open-back, dynamic flagship headphone designed primarily for audio professionals needing an analytical, compromise-free reference tool, though its high-fidelity sound also appeals to demanding audiophiles. The product boasts exceptional build quality, comfort, and an aesthetically pleasing gunmetal grey design featuring unique "Sound Sealing" protein leather and...Read more

musictech.com

30/09/2016

AKG K812 Headphones Review - MusicTech

The MusicTech AKG K812 Headphones Review highlights these open-back reference headphones as an extraordinary tool for mixing and mastering, offering a 53mm transducer and a wide frequency range of 5 Hz–54 kHz. The pros center around their exceptional, sweet sound quality, which provides vast space, clear frequency separation, and distinct audio clarity without the harshness often...Read more

majorhifi.com

25/06/2016

AKG K812 Pro Review - Major HiFi

The AKG K812 Pro is a premium, open-back headphone priced at $1,499 that offers a lightweight metal build, highly comfortable pleather-and-cloth headband, and deep leatherette ear cushions ideal for long sessions. A major pro of this model is its highly versatile technical design; with a low 36-ohm impedance, it can be easily driven by smartphones or computers without requiring a...Read more

headfonia.com

25/09/2014

AKG K812 Open-Back Stereo Headphone - Headfonia

The Headfonia review characterizes the AKG K812 as a premium, open-back flagship with a 36-ohm impedance and 3.5mm termination, allowing it to be driven by portable devices, alongside an asymmetrical, ear-shaped design offering exceptional comfort. Key pros include this high portability for a top-tier monitor and its solid construction, but the review also highlights that, despite...Read more

headfonics.com

16/02/2014

AKG K812 Review - Headfonics

The Headfonics review highlights the AKG K812 as a versatile, flagship open-back headphone, praising its expansive soundstage, stellar stereo imaging, and superior bass quantity compared to the Sennheiser HD800 and earlier K-700 series. Pros include its exceptional performance across music, gaming, and multimedia, while the design offers superior low-end presence. Conversely, the...Read more

stereophile.com

25/02/2014

The AKG K812 Professional Reference Headphone

The Stereophile review of the AKG K812 highlights an open-back headphone with an exceptionally spacious sound, comfortable, breathable design, and a flat bass response that delivers impressive clarity. It also features a 36-ohm impedance, making it easy to drive with various audio devices. Conversely, the headphone suffers from significant treble issues, with harsh, uncontrolled...Read more

soundonsound.com

15/03/2015

AKG K812 Superior Reference Headphones

The AKG K812 is an open-backed flagship reference headphone designed specifically for mixing, mastering, and audio professional applications. It features an unusually large 53mm transducer, a 1.5 Tesla magnet system, and a lightweight two-layer voice coil that altogether deliver high headroom, accurate imaging, and a wide frequency response of 5Hz to 54kHz. Visually elegant with a...Read more

whathifi.com

12/09/2014

AKG K812 review - What Hi-Fi?

The AKG K812 wired headphones offer an exceptionally insightful and faithful sound, delivering impressive detail resolution, agility, and transparency without adding a distinctive sonic signature. Marketed by AKG’s Professional wing for recording studios, these headphones prioritize reliability, toughness, consistency, and high-quality materials over conventional visual luxury. They...Read more

bonedo.de

25/06/2026

AKG K812 Review - Bonedo

The AKG K812 is an open-back, over-ear dynamic reference headphone handcrafted in Vienna, designed specifically for professional studio mixing and mastering tasks. Retailing at a premium price point, it stands out with its powerful 1.5 Tesla Neodymium drive and a massive 53mm transducer diaphragm. The reviewer heavily praises its exceptionally linear, neutral frequency response and...Read more

fairaudio.de

18. Februar 2014

Review: AKG K812 | Over-Ear/On-Ear Headphones

The AKG K812 is a premium flagship over-ear headphone that showcases exceptional attention to detail right from the unboxing experience, which includes a high-quality magnetically sealed box and a premium Sieveking Omega wooden headphone stand. In terms of design and hardware pros, AKG has upgraded its build quality by replacing its traditional mini-XLR connector with a highly...Read more

kopfhoerer.de

13/04/2016

AKG K812 review at kopfhoerer.de

The AKG K812 is a high-end, open-back studio monitoring headphone that delivers an exceptionally balanced spectral performance with standout qualities in its middle frequencies. It is highly praised for its excellent build quality, premium packaging, and robust, well-engineered components, such as its detachable cable connector and sturdy headband adjustments. Despite weighing 402...Read more

hifitest.de

13. Dezember 2016

AKG K812, SPL Phonitor x - Hi-Fi Headphones

The AKG K812 open-back reference headphones and the SPL Phonitor x headphone amplifier deliver an exceptionally precise, neutral "monitor sound" tailored for studio mastering and high-end audiophiles alike. The AKG K812 stands out for its high sensitivity (110 dB), low impedance (36 Ohm), and remarkable wearing comfort despite weighing 400 grams. Driven by the Phonitor x, which...Read more

i-fidelity.net

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AKG K812: Review - i-fidelity.net

Based on the review context by Günter Brämswig on i-fidelity.net, the AKG K812 is highlighted as a luxury flagship headphone tailored for uncompromising musical enjoyment and high-end studio applications. The review notes several pros, specifically praising its outstanding spatial stage, superb transparency, and micro-detail resolution that effortlessly uncovers fine vocal reverbs...Read more

prof-x.de

20. Oktober 2016

REVIEW: AKG K812 - www.PROF-X.de

The forum review thread on PROF-X provides a polarizing and deeply critical analysis of the AKG K812 open-back headphones, with users strictly concluding that they do not qualify as studio or reference-grade equipment. The primary reviewer, Hirnwindungslauscher, strongly dislikes the sound signature, describing it as simultaneously "muddy, dark" and "vibrant," resulting in a...Read more

musiker-board.de

17. Dezember 2018

AKG K-872 vs. AKG K-812: Which headphones are right for you?", "AKG K-872 vs. AKG K-812: Which head fits best?

comparing the AKG K-812 and AKG K-872 headphones: Review Summary The AKG K-812 is an open-back headphone celebrated for its clinical honesty, making it an excellent tool for mixing and mastering tasks. Its primary pros include a highly dimensional, realistic soundstage, razor-sharp stereo imaging, and an accurate response that translates seamlessly to professional studio monitors....Read more

recording.de

02/10/2015

Review of the AKG K812 Reference Headphones

The AKG K812 is an open-back, over-ear dynamic reference headphone designed for high-end music consumption and professional studio mixing or mastering. It features massive 53 mm transducers—the largest in AKG’s history—powered by a robust 1.5 Tesla magnet system and an ultra-lightweight copper-coated aluminum voice coil. This configuration delivers an expansive frequency range of 5...Read more

delamar.de

14/12/2013

AKG K812 Review - Headphones - Delamar

AKG K812 Review Summary The AKG K812 is a premium, open-back dynamic headphone handcrafted for studio professionals and audiophiles, offering an exceptionally honest and analytical sound stage. The review praises its highly balanced frequency response, which avoids artificial emphasis on any spectrum while offering a tighter and punchier bass foundation than prior AKG models. Its...Read more

fr.audiofanzine.com

18/05/2016

AKG K812 Studio Headphones Review: A Case Study", "AKG K812 Studio Headphones Review: The K Study

The AKG K812 is a flagship, open-back studio headphone priced around €1200, marketed for professional mixing and monitoring. While it boasts premium build quality, a sophisticated design, outstanding comfort, a detachable 3-meter cable, and a beautiful wooden storage stand, its sonic performance for studio work is surprisingly divisive. Technical benchmarks conducted with Sonarworks...Read more

hifilivemagazine.com

05/03/2014

AKG K812 – Page 4 - HiFi Live

The reviewed AKG K812 is an open-back reference headphone characterized by a highly balanced, neutral, and natural tonal profile. It offers a unique stage presentation that places the listener slightly further away from the musicians compared to previous models like the K701. This distance results in an exceptionally progressive and cohesive transition from the center of the...Read more

hdphonic.com

26/05/2014

AKG K812 - Review of the top-of-the-line AKG professional headphones

The AKG K812 is a premium, open-back, circumaural professional headphone designed for demanding audio engineers and audiophiles. It features an exceptionally large 53 mm transducer with a 1.5 Tesla magnetic flux and a copper-covered aluminum voice coil, which extends its frequency response up to 54 kHz. Visually striking with a gunmetal grey and satin metal finish, the headphone...Read more

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