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AKG K540

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2 editorial reviews
The least expensive model in the test tries to bridge the gap between home and mobile use.Read more
The stylish AKG K540 look nice but they lack openness, detail and dynamicsRead more
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Key specs

  • 32 Ω
  • 16, 24000 Hz
  • Half opened
  • Stereo
  • Over-Ear
  • Wired
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AKG K540 - Technical Overview

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IconImpedance
32 Ω
Best:
Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
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230 g
Best:
Cyber Acoustics ACM-7002
Weight: 0.11 g

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AKG K540 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
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Dimensions
Weight8.11 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
Cable length3
Type of connector3.5mm
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Power
Battery operatedno
Power handling capacity35.0 mW
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Chrome
Acoustic designHalf opened
Attachment typeHeadband
Body materialMetal
CategoryStudio
Foldableyes
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Sound
Impedance32.0 Ω
Frequency range16 - 24000
Driver technologyDynamic
Maximum input power35.0 mW
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AKG K540 AKG - Editorial Reviews (2)

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Published: 01.07.2012
AKG K540
3.5

The least expensive model in the test tries to bridge the gap between home and mobile use.

By Ed Selley
8 minute read
AKG K540 Home review
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Published: 05.10.2011
Home review
3.0

The stylish AKG K540 look nice but they lack openness, detail and dynamics

By What Hi-Fi?
3 minute read

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