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AKG K374

51/ 100
Average
HearWiki score

Pricey for what it is

$89
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated price check
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At a glance

Brand
AKG
Type
Wired IEMs
Fit
-
Connection
Wired
Noise cancelling
No
Released
2018

Score breakdownaverage overall

Sound6.5

The AKG K374 are high-performance in-ear headphones with aluminum housings, offering studio-level sound and a closed-back design. They come with silicone sleeves in three sizes and a carrying pouch for comfort and portability.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The AKG K374 is a wired in-ear monitor that prioritizes solid construction and polished design. Its sound is clean and fairly balanced with modest bass, making it a strong value pick for everyday listening. While its imaging is respectable, a stiffer cable and less secure fit may be drawbacks for some users.

What works

  • Solid build quality and materials
  • Clean, balanced sound signature
  • Good imaging for the price
  • Lightweight and compact design

What doesn't

  • Cable can feel stiff
  • Fit may be less secure with stock tips
  • Bass quantity is modest

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - AKG K374
Driver9 mm driver
Driver size9 mm
Drivers per side1
Frequency response10 Hz - 24 kHz
Impedance28 Ω
Sensitivity104 dB/mW

What the reviews said

2 source(s) feeding this product's score.

head-fi.org

100

The reviewer praises the K374 for its build quality, materials, and overall presentation, and says the sound is good enough to be strongly recommended. The review frames it as a value-conscious in-ear monitor with a polished fit and finish rather than a perfectly neutral or technically flawless earphone.

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head4.net

This review describes the K374 as a high-value in-ear model with clean, fairly balanced tuning, modest bass quantity, and good imaging. It also notes practical drawbacks such as a somewhat stiff cable and silicone tips that can make the fit less secure for some listeners.

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