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AKG K712 Pro Open-back Mastering and Reference Headphones

Open-back Headphones with Over-ear Design, Matched Drivers with Flat-wire Voice Coils, Mini-xLR Connector, Additional Coiled Cable, and Carrying Bag
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Comfortable, Reference-grade Headphones

Sweetwater knows you need accurate monitoring - and when it comes to headphones, comfort is a must. Enter AKG's K712 PROs. These open-back, over-ear professional headphones envelope you in comfort while delivering the absolute accuracy you need to make great-sounding recordings. Their premium matched transducers deliver a flat, extended frequency response and a broad, deep soundstage with precise localization. They come with a mini XLR connector for quick cable replacement, plus an additional coiled cable and a premium carrying bag. Whether you're recording, mixing, mastering, or just kickin' back, the K712 PROs will delight you.

AKG K712 PRO Open-back Over-ear Headphones at a Glance:
  • Amazingly speaker-like monitoring with spacious soundstaging
  • Extremely lightweight comfort and adjustability for extended studio use
  • AKG innovation that runs deep
Amazingly speaker-like monitoring with spacious soundstaging

The AKG K712 PRO headphones have an open-back design. Open-back headphones give you a more natural, speaker-like listening experience with a more spacious soundstage than closed-back 'phones can produce. This overcomes the main objection many recording engineers have to monitoring on headphones: the sense of being smack dab in the middle of your mix. It also lets you dodge one of the main drawbacks of monitoring on 'phones: that mixes don't translate well when played back on various speaker systems.

Extremely lightweight comfort and adjustability for extended studio use

The AKG K712 PRO headphones sport cushy over-ear earpads that comfortably envelope your ears and a fully adjustable soft leather headband so you can monitor marathon sessions without discomfort. And at just over half a pound, the K712 PROs are so lightweight you might even forget you have them on!

AKG innovation that runs deep

AKG has been synonymous with premium sound quality since 1947. Every day, musicians, recording and mastering engineers, and music lovers rely on AKG transducers to deliver accurate, detailed sound. The K712 PRO headphones' open-back design, flat 10Hz-39.8kHz frequency response, and premium matched drivers with innovative flat-wire voice coils serve up amazingly natural sound, a wide stereo image, and stunning depth of field. We're confident you're going to love these amazing headphones.

AKG K712 PRO Open-back Over-ear Headphones Features at a Glance:
  • Open-back design for spacious and airy sound without compromise
  • Over-ear design for maximum comfort during long sessions
  • Improved low-end performance for more powerful sound imaging
  • Flat-wire voice coil for incredible impulse and treble response
  • Mini XLR connector for quick cable replacement
  • Additional coiled cable and premium carrying bag included
You'll love AKG's K712 PRO headphones!

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Wired
  • Open/Closed: Open
  • Fit Style: Circumaural (Around the Ear)
  • Noise Attenuation: Passive Noise Isolating
  • Frequency Response: 10Hz-39.8kHz
  • Impedance: 62 ohms
  • Connectivity: 1/8", 1/4" adapter
  • Cable Type: Coiled, Straight
  • Cable Length: 9.8'
  • Detachable Cable: Yes
  • Color: Black
  • Material: Soft Leather Headband
  • Case/Bag: Carry Bag
  • Weight: 0.51 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 2458X00140

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Rated 5/5

Epic!

I love these cans. The sound stage is amazing and the clarity is the best one can get for the price. The head phones are light weight and very comfortable. The size is a tad bit intimidating, but rest assured, they feel and sound great. The one downside, get a headphone amp.
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Rated 5/5

amazing but the price hike is crazy

I got mine during the pandemic for around $. The price then was $ or so if i remember correctly. seeing the price hiked to $ is kind of insane...BUT these things are amazing. the build is super sturdy. I've went through a stretch of a couple of months where i was quite reckless with them; dropping them all over the place, accidentally sitting on them, etc, and they still look new. Very well-made headphones and they sound incredibly. I produce in headphones and always have. I prefer it because i hear the stereo image better and these show you just how much space you have to work with. the only gripe i have is that the low end on these isnt THAT great and you can find yourself overdoing it but its a minor adjustment.
Rated 5/5

AKG 712 Pro: Audiophile's Delight.

The AKG 712 Pro Open-back Headphones are a revelation for audiophiles. Their sound quality is nothing short of breathtaking, offering a wide, immersive soundstage and crystal-clear, balanced audio. The plush ear cups provide unmatched comfort during long listening sessions. These headphones are a true delight, making every note come alive and revealing nuances in music you never knew existed. Comfortable for hours, they've become my trusted companion for late-night music exploration. An audiophile's dream come true!
Rated 5/5

Better than k701’s

I've been mixing exclusively on k701's now for a few years and they finally broke. It's not hard to find instructions on how to repair them but instead of chancing a repair I decided to upgrade. I always struggled with balancing the low end when mixing music as well as fatigue from the high free response. The k710's seem to have a flatter sonic representation and more detailed transient response and are more comfortable for longer sessions. Plus the replaceable cable makes them a better bang for the buck. Very happy!
Rated 5/5

Excellent

I've used these for a couple years now and they consistently help produce mixes that translate. I do use studio monitors with reverbs as they tend to not translate as accurately on headphones but essentially for everything else I use these headphones. On top of the excellent sound they are very comfortable and sturdy.
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