AKG K872 Closed-Back Reference Headphones

The culmination of almost 70 years of expertise, the AKG K872 master reference closed-back headphones provide unprecedented accuracy and comfort in production and live sound engineering environments. Custom 53 mm drivers with 1.5 Tesla magnet systems deliver exceptional headroom for precise imaging, deep low frequencies and extended dynamic range. The optimized closed-back design ensures excellent isolation during tracking, mixing and mastering sessions. The open-mesh headband and 3D-shaped slow-retention foam earcups create a personalized fit for remarkable comfort during long sessions. Created with meticulous attention to every design element and component, the K872 is the new benchmark for headphone performance.

Superior reference sound

All components are meticulously crafted and work in concert to deliver superior performance and an impressive listening experience. AKG engineered the drivers using large 53 mm transducers and powerful 1.5 Tesla magnet systems to ensure greatest-in-class headroom and accurate imaging. The two-layer, copper-covered aluminum voice coil works with the special magnet design to deliver high sensitivity, superior impulse response, and an extended frequency range of 5 Hz – 54 kHz.

Precision accuracy and performance

When designing K872, AKG challenged themselves to create the highest-quality, most accurate reference headphones ever built. You can depend on the K872 to reveal all the detail in a broad range of program material and today’s high-resolution formats. Whether you are recording, mixing, mastering or creating a soundtrack, K872 sets a new benchmark for performance.

Optimized closed-back design

The newly designed, closed-back ear cups provide optimal isolation from external sound in critical monitoring applications. Want to record a magical performance? Worn by your recording performer, K872 delivers a most inspiring listening experience while ensuring sensitive microphones and your recorded tracks will be free of headphone “leakage.”

Features:

• Optimized closed-back design with 53 mm transducers
• 1.5 Tesla magnet system for exceptionally accurate imaging and authoritative low-frequency performance
• Two-layer voice coil for superior extended 5 Hz - 54 kHz frequency range
• Open-mesh headband for remarkable comfort and light weight
• 3D-shaped slow-retention ear pads for personalized fit
• Sound-sealing pad profile for excellent isolation
• Slim, durable, removable cable with precision LEMO connector
• Robust design incorporating precision metal parts
• Demanding test regimen ensures reliable operation in the studio and on the road