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# Flat wire voice coil for crisp treble Over-ear design for max comfort Open-back tech for airy soundstage AKG Pro Audio K712 PRO, Wired, Over-Ear, Open Back, Reference Studio Headphones, Flat Wire Voice Coil, Black

**Brand:** akg
**Price:** KSh97159
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## Summary

> 🎶 Hear every nuance, feel every beat — the pro’s choice for sonic mastery.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AKG Pro Audio K712 PRO, Wired, Over-Ear, Open Back, Reference Studio Headphones, Flat Wire Voice Coil, Black by akg
- **How much does it cost?** KSh97159 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- akg enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted akg brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Enhanced Bass Impact:** 3dB improved low-end response for powerful yet controlled bass that never overwhelms.
- • **Modular & Durable Build:** Replaceable cables and earpads plus premium leather headband for long-lasting professional use.
- • **Audiophile-Approved Clarity:** Revolutionary flat wire voice coil ensures lightning-fast impulse response and crystal-clear highs.
- • **Studio-Grade Precision Sound:** Open-back design delivers a spacious, natural soundstage that reveals every detail in your mix.
- • **All-day Comfort, Zero Fatigue:** Memory foam velvet pads and self-adjusting headband keep you focused through marathon sessions.

## Overview

The AKG K712 PRO are wired, over-ear, open-back reference headphones designed for professional mixing and mastering. Featuring a flat wire voice coil for superior treble response and a 3dB boost in low-end performance, they deliver a spacious, natural soundstage. Crafted with memory foam velvet earpads and a self-adjusting leather headband, they offer exceptional comfort for extended use. Detachable cables and replaceable parts ensure durability, making them a top-tier choice for audiophiles and professionals who demand precision and comfort.

## Description

Master The Sound For Precision Listening, Mixing And Mastering The K712 Pros Are Reference, Open, Over-Ear Headphones For Precise Listening, Mixing And Mastering. The Over-Ear Design Assures Maximum Wearing Comfort For Fatigue-Free Mixing And Mastering, While Providing Spacious And Airy Sound Without Any Compromise. Their Precise Powerful Sound Results From Improved Low-End Performance By 3Db. Being Hand-Crafted In Austria, The K712 Pros Represent The High Quality And Legendary Design Akg Is Known For.

Review: Excellent sound quality, truly neutral headphones if you have the appropriate equipment... - First of all, these are great headphones for the money. They have an excellent sound stage, are very neutral sounding with a clean and accurate bass... That is, if you have the right equipment. Despite having a reasonably low impedance, if you want the high fidelity sound that you're expecting you'll need plenty of power. All my tests were conducted with 320kbps MP3s or loseless audio files. I tried these cans with my LG G3 cell phone just for the kicks at first. Due to the impedance, they're a little bit on the quiet side but I was able to get them to a comfortable level at full volume, but, they are still very much underpowered. On some tracks, most notably on anything by Mastodon, there is a slightly consistent crackling noise I did not experience on other set ups. It is almost like a very subtle clipping. Now honestly this didn't bother me too much as I had no intentions of using these headphones connected directly to my phone, but as a simple test. In most tracks, the mid ranges sound reasonably alright. Not particularly clear or good reproduction but present. The treble sounds somewhat low quality and fake, but the more exaggerated echoes of the vocals sound clear and crisp. The bass is present but does not have a lasting effect and does at times sound rather weak. The sound stage of the headphones on the G3 is notable, but certainly not the highly esteemed sound stage the AKG brand is typically well known for. I received some of the similar results with my FiiO E10k DAC and Headphone Amp combo, retailing at usually around $90-100, but with an overall increase in mid range clarity and sound stage. The phony tremble still remained, and the bass surprisingly now sounded even less present. It had a more lasting effect due to the power increase, but it wasn't as present in the music. The crackling was gone now. The sound stage was larger, but still not notably big. Vocals and instruments now had more noticeable echo to them (as they are supposed to) but it was still not as noticeable as it is intended to be. Finally, I hooked these bad boys up to my current set up which is a Schiit Bifrost DAC and Schiit Lyr 2 headphone amplifier and the results were instantly noticeable. The mid range is beautifully clear and well represented, not more than anything else but not less either. The bass is articulate, defined, present, and deep, but like so few headphones on the market, not overpowering. The treble, is like everything on this headphone, beautifully clear and not piercing whatsoever. The sound stage is wide, and really helps to display the intent of the recording, whether a factory, studio, or basement. Vocals echo as intended. These headphones sound very neutral and really do showcase the track as it was intended. So what about comfort? These headphones are very light and comfortable on my head, the earphones themselves have very wide openings for your ear. I have slightly malformed cartilage in my left ear so usually after about four hours that ear will become slightly fatigued, but I feel nothing on the other ear. In summary, I'm extremely pleased with these headphones due to their well represented ranges and extremely clear audio fidelity, however, if your equipment is not higher grade it will be showcased through the headphones.
Review: For those looking to buy a very comfortable, mid-range audiophile headphone with plenty of bang for buck, look no further - For those of you looking to buy a really good set of headphones without breaking the four-figure barrier, these are a great choice. However, please be aware, these are neither noise isolating nor noise cancelling. Also, they have fairly high impedance and need an amp to really shine. For those of you folks who might be new to high quality headphones, I'll explain what those terms mean. For the rest of you folks, feel free to skip over this section. :) Noise Cancelling - this is a feature that is regularly touted as being desirable. To some extent it is, but it might not be what you want either. Noise cancelling headphones have hardware and programming that actively cancels out background noise. These tend to be desirable for a people who use their headphones in noisy environments. They tend to work best in high white-noise environments, such as planes, etc. They tend to be less effective when the noise is something like a lot of talking or yelling. But, there is a trade off. By using space and power to cancel noise, you sacrifice sound quality. So, while the Quiet Comfort line, by Bose, will provide decent sound on a plane, they will not cancel other kinds of sound (like yelling kids) very well. And while they might sound good to the average listener, to date, they are not capable of audiophile sound. Noise Isolating - this is a headphone that physically seals sound out. These headphones will completely enclose the ear and, generally, press fairly tightly against the head. They are completely closed in order to keep outside sound out. They tend to be less effective blocking white noise, but better overall at blocking outside sound. Again, with these, there is a sound trade off. Because they are closed, in a nutshell, there is some "echo" inside the headphone. Essentially, the sound of whatever you're listening to will bounce around inside the headphone and will result in some distortion. While noise isolating headphones can have very good sound, they will always have a lower sound ceiling than open headphones. (And lest I be misunderstood, I'm not saying that all noise isolating headphones have inferior sound compared to all open headphones. I'm saying that they will always have an inherent handicap that open headphones will not have.) Ok, the above said, the K712 Pro's are open headphones. I've probably spent about 40 hours listening to music on mine so far. As is true of most good headphones, they require some burn in time. While the sound was eye-openingly good right out of the box, they have definitely improved with use. (According to what I've read, they should continue to noticeably improve until about the 100 hour mark.) Now, I'm no stranger to good headphones. While I've never listened to cans that sell for the price of a used car, I own a pair of Sennheiser HD280's and Beyerdynamic DT770's that I've spent a lot of time with. Those are both well-respected, closed headphones. These are my first pair of open headphones, and, all I can say is wow. Big difference. No distortion at all, from Led Zep IV to Beethoven's 9th - the sound is totally clean, clear, and powerful. I'm not exaggerating when I say that, having listened to that particular Led Zeppelin album hundreds of times, I heard things I've never heard before - I could hear John Paul Jones plucking the bass strings on Black Dog. I could hear all the string sections clearly even with the choir singing at full volume during the Ode to Joy. It was unreal. It was sitting front and center at a live performance. You get the idea. Ok, so, a couple of caveats with the K712 Pro's. First of all, they need a lot of power to run at their peak. And because they're open, they're not ideal for mobile use. While this may turn off those who spend all day with earbuds jammed into their ears staring at their iphone screen, it shouldn't be a problem for those who use these cans as they're intended. That is, they're at their best when listened to in a setting where there is access to a power outlet (for an amp) and a small to minimal amount of outside noise. I am fortunate enough to be able to listen to them at work in my office as well as at home (when my young children are in bed that is!). Some of you might be wondering, if I'm spending this much on headphones, why should I buy an amplifier?! Well, like any good speaker, they need power. You wouldn't plug your surround sound system into an iphone and expect its battery to be able to power the speakers. Similarly, these headphones, while they will work plugged straight into a smart phone or tablet, they will not provide their optimal level of sound without a bit more juice. Never fear though. There are plenty of very good, portable amps that will boost these headphones for up to 8 hours on a single charge. Or, they can be plugged directly into the usb drive of your smart phone, tablet, or laptop and will charge as you use them to listen to music or watch movies. (See, eg., for $50, the surprisingly good Creative Soundblaster E1 portable amp. See also the outstanding $300 dac/amp the Meridian Explorer 2. If you're wondering what a dac is, well, the short answer is, it's an accessory that will decompress a digital signal, like an MP3, and will improve the quality of the sound that is sent down the line to your headphones.) Ok, the above said, I'll try to explain why I feel the above headphones deserve 5 stars. Appearance - no score. I, personally, think that these are gorgeous. Their looks reflect their quality (and their price tag!). But, this is a subjective category. Some people hate orange. Some people hate round shapes. Whatever. I like them. You might not. But I think that appearance is probably the least important factor to consider when deciding which headphone to purchase. Moving on . . . Build - 4/5 Ok, these are just a bit more "plasticy" than I would like. I think that high-quality plastic was substituted to keep the weight down (see comfort below). I don't know. I've had them about 3 weeks. I've dropped them a couple of times and they don't have a scratch (yes, I'm a huge clutz). They come with 2 detachable cords, as well as a real velvet carrying bag. The bag looks and feels great, but it's more of a dust cover than a protective device. One cord is a roughly 8 foot, straight cord. Another is a 3 foot, spiral cord. They both snap in solidly and require a button to be pushed to release. The nice thing about this is that, most often, it is a cord that goes bad first in a headphone. Both feel very solid - not cheap at all. But, if you want to upgrade cords (some audiophiles swear by super-expensive, silver cords) you can do so. Or if one goes bad, you can replace the cord, rather than the entire headphone. The earpads themselves are velvet covered memory foam (again, see comfort, below). They are also replaceable, as is just about everything else on these cans. So, again, rather than having to replace the whole thing, if a component goes bad, you can just replace that one component. However, I've read reviews written by people who have used their's every day for a couple years and never had a problem. Also, the headband is a really soft, but tough feeling leather. Comfort - 5/5 These are, hands down, the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn. The memory foam conforms to my head without pressure, and the velvet feels great and stays cool. The headband is self-adjusting. No, really, it is. They are incredibly light for their size. You put them on, you listen to your music, you forget you're wearing them. (Unlike my other two headphones the Senn HD280's and the Beyer DT770's. Because they're noise isolating, they put a pretty good amount of pressure on my head. I have a fairly large, but not a huge head. I still use the Beyer's. I don't use the Senn's anymore; they get downright painful after half an hour or so of use.) The K712's are marvelous. Sound - 5/5 Of course, the most important facet. This is also, possibly, the most hotly contested. Opinions about headphone sound are as common, and can be as extreme, as opinions about a political candidate. One person will think the sound is amazing while another person will think it's just the worst thing ever. I won't bore you with technical data. However, I have looked at the data provided by some very well qualified engineers who have run these through rigorous sound tests and have determined, basically, these are very, very accurate overall - much more so than any mass-market, celebrity-endorsed set of headphones that are out there right now. There are more accurate headphones out there. But, you know, to get a set of headphones that are noticeably more accurate, you'll need to spend a mortgage payment or two, depending on your neighborhood. ;) AKG's are generally criticized for being somewhat lacking in the bass department. These are AKG's answer to that criticism. While the bass remains tight and controlled, it is definitely present. I was watching the HD trailer for the upcoming Star Wars film with these plugged into my amp. I felt like I had a subwoofer strapped to my head - in a good way. It was pretty amazing. For the mids and highs, these are plenty accurate enough for my taste and budget. Maybe someday I'll be a more discriminating (i.e., snooty) headphone user. But for now, these are fantastic. They easily sound better than my Senn's or Beyer's. I am very, very pleased with them and would highly recommend them. Final Thoughts - would I buy these again? Absolutely! Are they the best for riding on a plane or a crowded subway? Probably not, because they'll let in some background noise. Are they going to wow and amaze every middle schooler who sees them because the company that markets them just spent about a bazillion dollars hyping them and paying for celebrities to endorse them? Thankfully, no . . . unless that's what you're into. I'm not judging; just saying. But, you know, they're comfortable enough to listen to all day while working at your computer or while you're at home, and the sound is just phenomenal.

## Features

- Over-Ear Design Maximum Wearing Comfort For Long Work Sessions
- Sophisticated Open Technology For Spacious And Airy Sound Without Compromise
- Improved Low-End Performance By 3Db For More Powerful Sound Imaging
- Revolutionary Flat Wire Voice Coil For Incredible Impulse And Treble Response

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00DCXWXEI |
| Age Range (Description) | All |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #10,735 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #46 in Recording Headphone Audio Monitors |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 |
| Cable Feature | Detachable |
| Color Name | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Cellphones, Laptops, Desktops |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Connector Type | gold plated stereo jack plug 3.5 mm (0.12-inch) |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,900) |
| Date First Available | June 5, 2013 |
| Earpiece Shape | Over-Ear |
| Generation | 1 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00635040352156, 00885038035688, 09002761035681 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Headphones Jack | XLR |
| Included Components | Headphones |
| Input Device Interface | Audio jack |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 8.3 ounces |
| Item model number | 2458X00140 |
| Manufacturer | AKG |
| Material | Fabric/Silicone |
| Material Type | Fabric/Silicone |
| Model Name | K712 Pro |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 4.45 x 7.83 x 8.35 inches |
| Size | 4.76 x 7.83 x 4.45 inches |
| Special Feature | Over-Ear |
| Style | Classic |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | Yes |
| UPC | 802818415805 885038035688 802818433571 635040352156 900271035681 |
| Units | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wattage | 200 Milliwatts |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth 4.1 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AKG
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 62 Ohms

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Looking at the 712 and 612. I am a musician who also does production. Why would I want to spend the extra money for the 712s?  Thanks.**
A: I own the 712's and 702's, but not the 612's so I can't fully comment on your question. However, I can say that the 712's are much better than the 702's. The 712's have a richer bass tone, which more than makes up for the lack of bass in the 702's. With the 702's I was producing mixes that actually had too much bass to compensate. The 712's are extremely clear, clean sounding, yet extremely flat too (except maybe a tiny boost in the bass, but it is not a boomy sound - still very clean). You can listen to them for a long time without getting fatigue. Also, they are more comfortable than the 702's. Another headphone that I really love is the Audio Technica ATH-M50's. They are definitely more fun to listen to than the 712's, and way better than Dr. Dre Pro's, but the highs and lows seem to be a bit more exaggerated (which is why they sound so good). They are closed back too, which makes them not quite as good for mixing as the 712's. But, they are in the $100-$150 price range. I hope this helps...

**Q: I just got this. The small disc on the outside of the left earpiece is falling out. I can press it into place but falls out again. How to fix it?**
A: What disc? The disc behind the earpad that is a part of the earpad? Or the gray disc that is a part of the outer headphone itself? If it's the outer part I have no idea. If you're talking about the clear disc you will need to attach it with some kind of apoxy to the earpad.

**Q: What are the ear cushions made of? I'm concerned of the ear cushions fit as some may hurt my ears or how hard it will clamp onto my head.**
A: These are the most comfortable I have worn. Ear cups are large and easily fit around my ears with very little pressure.

**Q: Are they made in Austria?**
A: I bought my K712 Pros through Amazon back in Sep 2014.  They are stamped made in Austria on both ear cups.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent sound quality, truly neutral headphones if you have the appropriate equipment...
*by C***E on April 24, 2016*

First of all, these are great headphones for the money. They have an excellent sound stage, are very neutral sounding with a clean and accurate bass... That is, if you have the right equipment. Despite having a reasonably low impedance, if you want the high fidelity sound that you're expecting you'll need plenty of power. All my tests were conducted with 320kbps MP3s or loseless audio files. I tried these cans with my LG G3 cell phone just for the kicks at first. Due to the impedance, they're a little bit on the quiet side but I was able to get them to a comfortable level at full volume, but, they are still very much underpowered. On some tracks, most notably on anything by Mastodon, there is a slightly consistent crackling noise I did not experience on other set ups. It is almost like a very subtle clipping. Now honestly this didn't bother me too much as I had no intentions of using these headphones connected directly to my phone, but as a simple test. In most tracks, the mid ranges sound reasonably alright. Not particularly clear or good reproduction but present. The treble sounds somewhat low quality and fake, but the more exaggerated echoes of the vocals sound clear and crisp. The bass is present but does not have a lasting effect and does at times sound rather weak. The sound stage of the headphones on the G3 is notable, but certainly not the highly esteemed sound stage the AKG brand is typically well known for. I received some of the similar results with my FiiO E10k DAC and Headphone Amp combo, retailing at usually around $90-100, but with an overall increase in mid range clarity and sound stage. The phony tremble still remained, and the bass surprisingly now sounded even less present. It had a more lasting effect due to the power increase, but it wasn't as present in the music. The crackling was gone now. The sound stage was larger, but still not notably big. Vocals and instruments now had more noticeable echo to them (as they are supposed to) but it was still not as noticeable as it is intended to be. Finally, I hooked these bad boys up to my current set up which is a Schiit Bifrost DAC and Schiit Lyr 2 headphone amplifier and the results were instantly noticeable. The mid range is beautifully clear and well represented, not more than anything else but not less either. The bass is articulate, defined, present, and deep, but like so few headphones on the market, not overpowering. The treble, is like everything on this headphone, beautifully clear and not piercing whatsoever. The sound stage is wide, and really helps to display the intent of the recording, whether a factory, studio, or basement. Vocals echo as intended. These headphones sound very neutral and really do showcase the track as it was intended. So what about comfort? These headphones are very light and comfortable on my head, the earphones themselves have very wide openings for your ear. I have slightly malformed cartilage in my left ear so usually after about four hours that ear will become slightly fatigued, but I feel nothing on the other ear. In summary, I'm extremely pleased with these headphones due to their well represented ranges and extremely clear audio fidelity, however, if your equipment is not higher grade it will be showcased through the headphones.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For those looking to buy a very comfortable, mid-range audiophile headphone with plenty of bang for buck, look no further
*by C***M on May 27, 2015*

For those of you looking to buy a really good set of headphones without breaking the four-figure barrier, these are a great choice. However, please be aware, these are neither noise isolating nor noise cancelling. Also, they have fairly high impedance and need an amp to really shine. For those of you folks who might be new to high quality headphones, I'll explain what those terms mean. For the rest of you folks, feel free to skip over this section. :) Noise Cancelling - this is a feature that is regularly touted as being desirable. To some extent it is, but it might not be what you want either. Noise cancelling headphones have hardware and programming that actively cancels out background noise. These tend to be desirable for a people who use their headphones in noisy environments. They tend to work best in high white-noise environments, such as planes, etc. They tend to be less effective when the noise is something like a lot of talking or yelling. But, there is a trade off. By using space and power to cancel noise, you sacrifice sound quality. So, while the Quiet Comfort line, by Bose, will provide decent sound on a plane, they will not cancel other kinds of sound (like yelling kids) very well. And while they might sound good to the average listener, to date, they are not capable of audiophile sound. Noise Isolating - this is a headphone that physically seals sound out. These headphones will completely enclose the ear and, generally, press fairly tightly against the head. They are completely closed in order to keep outside sound out. They tend to be less effective blocking white noise, but better overall at blocking outside sound. Again, with these, there is a sound trade off. Because they are closed, in a nutshell, there is some "echo" inside the headphone. Essentially, the sound of whatever you're listening to will bounce around inside the headphone and will result in some distortion. While noise isolating headphones can have very good sound, they will always have a lower sound ceiling than open headphones. (And lest I be misunderstood, I'm not saying that all noise isolating headphones have inferior sound compared to all open headphones. I'm saying that they will always have an inherent handicap that open headphones will not have.) Ok, the above said, the K712 Pro's are open headphones. I've probably spent about 40 hours listening to music on mine so far. As is true of most good headphones, they require some burn in time. While the sound was eye-openingly good right out of the box, they have definitely improved with use. (According to what I've read, they should continue to noticeably improve until about the 100 hour mark.) Now, I'm no stranger to good headphones. While I've never listened to cans that sell for the price of a used car, I own a pair of Sennheiser HD280's and Beyerdynamic DT770's that I've spent a lot of time with. Those are both well-respected, closed headphones. These are my first pair of open headphones, and, all I can say is wow. Big difference. No distortion at all, from Led Zep IV to Beethoven's 9th - the sound is totally clean, clear, and powerful. I'm not exaggerating when I say that, having listened to that particular Led Zeppelin album hundreds of times, I heard things I've never heard before - I could hear John Paul Jones plucking the bass strings on Black Dog. I could hear all the string sections clearly even with the choir singing at full volume during the Ode to Joy. It was unreal. It was sitting front and center at a live performance. You get the idea. Ok, so, a couple of caveats with the K712 Pro's. First of all, they need a lot of power to run at their peak. And because they're open, they're not ideal for mobile use. While this may turn off those who spend all day with earbuds jammed into their ears staring at their iphone screen, it shouldn't be a problem for those who use these cans as they're intended. That is, they're at their best when listened to in a setting where there is access to a power outlet (for an amp) and a small to minimal amount of outside noise. I am fortunate enough to be able to listen to them at work in my office as well as at home (when my young children are in bed that is!). Some of you might be wondering, if I'm spending this much on headphones, why should I buy an amplifier?! Well, like any good speaker, they need power. You wouldn't plug your surround sound system into an iphone and expect its battery to be able to power the speakers. Similarly, these headphones, while they will work plugged straight into a smart phone or tablet, they will not provide their optimal level of sound without a bit more juice. Never fear though. There are plenty of very good, portable amps that will boost these headphones for up to 8 hours on a single charge. Or, they can be plugged directly into the usb drive of your smart phone, tablet, or laptop and will charge as you use them to listen to music or watch movies. (See, eg., for $50, the surprisingly good Creative Soundblaster E1 portable amp. See also the outstanding $300 dac/amp the Meridian Explorer 2. If you're wondering what a dac is, well, the short answer is, it's an accessory that will decompress a digital signal, like an MP3, and will improve the quality of the sound that is sent down the line to your headphones.) Ok, the above said, I'll try to explain why I feel the above headphones deserve 5 stars. Appearance - no score. I, personally, think that these are gorgeous. Their looks reflect their quality (and their price tag!). But, this is a subjective category. Some people hate orange. Some people hate round shapes. Whatever. I like them. You might not. But I think that appearance is probably the least important factor to consider when deciding which headphone to purchase. Moving on . . . Build - 4/5 Ok, these are just a bit more "plasticy" than I would like. I think that high-quality plastic was substituted to keep the weight down (see comfort below). I don't know. I've had them about 3 weeks. I've dropped them a couple of times and they don't have a scratch (yes, I'm a huge clutz). They come with 2 detachable cords, as well as a real velvet carrying bag. The bag looks and feels great, but it's more of a dust cover than a protective device. One cord is a roughly 8 foot, straight cord. Another is a 3 foot, spiral cord. They both snap in solidly and require a button to be pushed to release. The nice thing about this is that, most often, it is a cord that goes bad first in a headphone. Both feel very solid - not cheap at all. But, if you want to upgrade cords (some audiophiles swear by super-expensive, silver cords) you can do so. Or if one goes bad, you can replace the cord, rather than the entire headphone. The earpads themselves are velvet covered memory foam (again, see comfort, below). They are also replaceable, as is just about everything else on these cans. So, again, rather than having to replace the whole thing, if a component goes bad, you can just replace that one component. However, I've read reviews written by people who have used their's every day for a couple years and never had a problem. Also, the headband is a really soft, but tough feeling leather. Comfort - 5/5 These are, hands down, the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn. The memory foam conforms to my head without pressure, and the velvet feels great and stays cool. The headband is self-adjusting. No, really, it is. They are incredibly light for their size. You put them on, you listen to your music, you forget you're wearing them. (Unlike my other two headphones the Senn HD280's and the Beyer DT770's. Because they're noise isolating, they put a pretty good amount of pressure on my head. I have a fairly large, but not a huge head. I still use the Beyer's. I don't use the Senn's anymore; they get downright painful after half an hour or so of use.) The K712's are marvelous. Sound - 5/5 Of course, the most important facet. This is also, possibly, the most hotly contested. Opinions about headphone sound are as common, and can be as extreme, as opinions about a political candidate. One person will think the sound is amazing while another person will think it's just the worst thing ever. I won't bore you with technical data. However, I have looked at the data provided by some very well qualified engineers who have run these through rigorous sound tests and have determined, basically, these are very, very accurate overall - much more so than any mass-market, celebrity-endorsed set of headphones that are out there right now. There are more accurate headphones out there. But, you know, to get a set of headphones that are noticeably more accurate, you'll need to spend a mortgage payment or two, depending on your neighborhood. ;) AKG's are generally criticized for being somewhat lacking in the bass department. These are AKG's answer to that criticism. While the bass remains tight and controlled, it is definitely present. I was watching the HD trailer for the upcoming Star Wars film with these plugged into my amp. I felt like I had a subwoofer strapped to my head - in a good way. It was pretty amazing. For the mids and highs, these are plenty accurate enough for my taste and budget. Maybe someday I'll be a more discriminating (i.e., snooty) headphone user. But for now, these are fantastic. They easily sound better than my Senn's or Beyer's. I am very, very pleased with them and would highly recommend them. Final Thoughts - would I buy these again? Absolutely! Are they the best for riding on a plane or a crowded subway? Probably not, because they'll let in some background noise. Are they going to wow and amaze every middle schooler who sees them because the company that markets them just spent about a bazillion dollars hyping them and paying for celebrities to endorse them? Thankfully, no . . . unless that's what you're into. I'm not judging; just saying. But, you know, they're comfortable enough to listen to all day while working at your computer or while you're at home, and the sound is just phenomenal.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***E on February 2, 2022*

For the price these are a fantastic pair of headphones. Whether you just like listening to music whilst you play games or study, the open-back aspect, the lightness, soft ear muffs and leather makes it feel very comfortable and you can wear them for hours on end without getting sweaty or a headache. Open-backs make it feel a lot more spacious, almost as if you aren't even wearing the headphones, granted you hear background noise but for some depending on where you are it might be a desirable feature. Pair the headphones with a decent AMP or DAC and you will certainly get some banging tunes/audio quality. Personally I have the Topping L30 paired with a D50s and it goes very well with the headphones. So far after 3 years of ownership no dramas, I've dropped them several times and nothing has snapped or broken. All the components have shown barely any signs of wear and tear which is credit to the good quality materials used for the leather and other components. Pros: - Head strap is very flexible and automatically adjusts to your head size making it super easy for anyone to wear them - Ear Muffs easily come off with a twist and pull - Open Back - Super comfortable for long hours of wearing Cons: - MiniXLR adapter (not a common cable) I had to buy a replacement for $50 - You will accidentally forget that you are wearing them because of how soft they are :)

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