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65The K450 is described as very well built and energetic in presentation, with strong dynamics and a wide soundstage. The review is positive overall, emphasizing build quality and lively sound.
Read the full reviewAKG K450
67/ 100
Good
HearWiki score
Good value
$10
typical price, USD
Still sold newupdated price check
At a glance
- Brand
- AKG
- Type
- On-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2018
Score breakdowngood overall
Sound6.7
The AKG K450 is a foldable on-ear headphone designed for portable use, featuring a closed-back, lightweight design with supersoft ear pads to block ambient noise and a patented 3D-Axis2 folding mechanism for easy carrying.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The AKG K450 is a compact, foldable on-ear headphone that prioritizes portability, featuring a detachable cable and a sturdy build. Its sound is lively and energetic, offering punchy bass and good detail, though it may not deliver the most neutral or expansive presentation. It remains a solid budget choice for travel and everyday listening.
What works
- Compact, foldable design with detachable cable
- Energetic, punchy sound with strong bass impact
- Very well built and comfortable for on-ear use
- Sensitive drivers are easy to drive from any device
What doesn't
- Sound can be slightly muddy on complex tracks
- Soundstage is not especially wide
- Treble may lack refinement for critical listeners
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 11 Hz - 29.5 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 126 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | 126 |
Audio
| Driver | dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 11 Hz - 29.5 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 126 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | 126 |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|
Design
| Weight | 120 g |
|---|---|
| Foldable | Yes |
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
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What the reviews said
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The consensus
Positiveacross 2 videosReviewers agree the AKG K450 headphones offer excellent sound quality for the price, with strong bass and a comfortable, compact design that makes them a great value.
Reviewers liked
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Comfortable with real leather pads
- Compact and foldable design
- Durable build with metal parts
Reviewers flagged
- Long, non-tangle-free cable
- Plastic parts could scratch
6:51AKG K450 headphones review
The reviewer is highly impressed with the AKG K450 headphones, praising their compact size, comfort, durability, and especially their sound quality, which they find far superior to pricier competitors like Dr. Dre Beats. They consider the £40 price to be exceptional value and strongly recommend them.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
8:50AKG K450 Review
The reviewer bought the AKG K450 headphones himself and finds them compact, comfortable, and well-built despite the plastic construction. He highlights the strong bass and overall good sound quality, making them versatile for various music genres, and notes they are a good value at the current sale price.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
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