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K 550

Open sound has never been such a private experience.

K 550

CLOSED-BACK REFERENCE CLASS HEADPHONES

With the K 550s, AKG® engineers have struck a masterful balance between the noise-isolating qualities of closed-back headphones and the spacious, dimensional sound of an open-back design – creating reference-class headphones ideal for private listening both at home and on the go. 50mm drivers, the largest in our product line, deliver great AKG sound from your hi-fi system or virtually any portable device. The large ear cups and new headband design ensure an amazingly comfortable fit, and the 2D-axis mechanism folds flat to stow or go.

€ 199,99

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  • Lightweight, comfortable and stylish: perfect at home and on-the-go
  • Real Image Engineering for accurate definition and impression of width, distance and depth
  • Closed-back design for a fully personal listening experience
  • 50mm drivers for outstanding sound from any device

Available in Matte black with black metal accents.

AKG expert panel

A while ago we invited all AKG Facebook fans to subscribe to our AKG reviewers program. We received more than 500 enthusiastic entries from people who wanted to be the first to test and review our headphones. We also approached some ‘authorities’ in this sector who tried and wrote about the K550. Check out below what some of them think. The AKG reviewers program will be soon continued and extended to more participants…so, stay tuned!

  • insidegames.ch

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    The sound spectrum is excellent, the room feeling very well. You really have the feeling that the sound came from the vicinity of the ear, and not directly from a cannula which has set it in the ear canal. Who wants to buy a neat Dröhner head for the road-blocks and Quiet-game sessions, lies with the AKG 550 is not so far off. The sound is also convincing critical listeners in all situations.

    ” Read full review

  • Brainsonic Austria

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    AKG has indeed produced a sealed headphone that sound very open. No doubt, it´s the best headphone I ever listened. Long listening sessions are comfortable to do. The build quality is good and the design is superb. This is a real beauty. Straight lines, fantastic materials and finishing. I higly recommend these headphones - they are a precise piece of engineering.

    ” Read full review

  • mitvergnuegen.com

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    AKG promised to develop a sound-insulated, well-balanced sound headphones. And they kept the promise: from the environment you do not get much more with really. The sound is full and round and not to stop blaring.

    ” Read full review

  • Testspiel.de

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    The matte black metal with black accents like designed headphones me well. The design is timeless, modern and a quality image. The sound of the AKG K550 is absolutely amazing.

    ” Read full review

  • uberding.net

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    I found them really convenient at home. My husband was able to watch football in peace while I was dancing with the spaghetti to the Foo Fighters. Even though I looked like Mickey Mouse , I had fun. For girls they are perhaps a little bit large. For men, however, a real eye-catcher ... or worth listening to? Anyway, the sound and the seal are great. Apart from the size, they feature a very minimalist design.

    ” Read full review

What the press says

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    TRUSTED REVIEWS - February 2013

    The K550 are fantastic headphones that give you the sound characteristics of an at-home pair with the portability benefits of a closed.

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    5 star review in What Hifi magazine – February 2012

    Sweetly communicative, the K550s handle tempos in a natural manner and punch into and out of low frequencies with razor sharp precision

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    Nuts Magazine - November 2011

    These strike a balance between the noise isolation of closed-back cans and the spacious noise of open-backed ones. Beefy 50mm drivers add oomph!

    1039
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What makes the K550 so special?

The Best of Both Worlds:

Combines the advantages of closed-back headphones (no sound leakage for a truly private experience) with the open sound of open-backs (typical “speakers” sound) – making it ideal for both home and street use.




Outstanding Sound:

The 50mm (2'') driver, the biggest driver in the AKG headphone range,delivers a realistic soundstage – far beyond what other headphones typically deliver.




Cozy Fit:

With large ear cups and a new, lightweight headband design, the K550 offers an amazing, comfortable fit allowing for hours of continuous listening.




Great Compatibility:

The K550 works and plays well with virtually any portable device including iPod, iPod touch or iPhone.

Compatibility
 
  Shuffle Nano Classic Touch iPhone 3G(s) iPhone 4 iPad
Classic
Jazz
Rock/Pop
Hiphop/Electro
HIGHLIGHTS
  • High -performance headphones for use at home and on the go
  • Closed-back design with open sound
  • 50mm driver for outstanding sound from any source
  • Real Image Engineering for accurate sensation of width, distance and depth
  • Lightweight, comfortable fit for hours of continuous listening
  • Outstanding passive noise reduction
  • Very low sound leakage levels
  • 2D-Axis fold -flat mechanism for easy storage and transportation
  • 3.5 to 6.3MM adapter (screw-on)
KEY SPECIFICATIONS
System: Dynamic
Design: Closed-back headphones
Color: Matte black with black metal accents
Frequency range: 12Hz to 28kHz
Sensitivity: 114dB SPL/V
Input impedance: 32 ohms
Maximum input power: 200mW
Net weight (without cable): 305g
Cable: 99.99% oxygen-free cable, 2.82m
Main connection: Hard gold-plated 3.5/6.3mm jack

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Specsheets

Specification Sheet - K550 (English)

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Specification Sheet - K550 (Dutch)

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Specification Sheet - K550 (French)

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Specification Sheet - K550 (Italian)

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Specification Sheet - K550 (Spanish)

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Specification Sheet - K550 (German)

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