AKG K272 HD
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At a glance
- Brand
- AKG
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2018
The AKG K272 HD is a professional over-ear headphone designed for studio monitoring and critical listening, featuring a closed-back design for isolation.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The AKG K272 HD is a wired, closed-back over-ear headphone built for studio monitoring and critical listening. Its 30 mm dynamic drivers deliver a broad frequency response from 16 Hz to 28 kHz, while the 55-ohm impedance and 91 dB sensitivity suit professional gear. The design prioritizes passive isolation for focused audio work, though it lacks modern conveniences like controls or wireless features.
What works
- Closed-back design for good passive isolation
- Wide frequency response for detailed monitoring
- Lightweight at 240 g for comfortable long sessions
- Professional studio-oriented tuning
What doesn't
- No inline controls or cable remote
- Low sensitivity requires a decent amplifier
- No wireless or ANC features
- Fixed cable limits portability
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Specifications
| Driver | 30 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 30 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 16 Hz - 28 kHz |
| Impedance | 55 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 30 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 30 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 16 Hz - 28 kHz |
| Impedance | 55 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB/mW |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| ANC type | none |
| Transparency mode | No |
| Companion app | No |
| Custom EQ | No |
| Wear detection | No |
| Controls | none |
Design
| Weight | 240 g |
|---|---|
| USB-C | No |
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