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K242 HD

Over-Ear Open

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RRP

USD $179

Released

2007

Type

Over-Ear Open

About this gear

An open-back headphone released in 2007 that bridges AKG's vintage designs and modern studio reference standards, offered at a mid-range price. The K242 HD reflects the company's continued refinement of open-back acoustic design for those seeking detailed, spacious sound without the premium cost of flagship models. Suitable for mixing, mastering, and critical listening in semi-professional environments.

About AKG

AKG

Austrian acoustics company founded in Vienna in 1947, now owned by Samsung's Harman division. AKG's K701 and K702 helped define the open-back studio reference sound, prized for their spacious staging and analytical clarity. Their heritage in professional studio monitoring and broadcast microphones u...

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