AKG K480NC Active Noise Reducing Mini Headphones (Black)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Sixty Years of Quality Sound, Sixty Years of AKG ExpertiseFor more than 60 years, AKG microphones and headsets have been synonymous with professional audio excellence. Since it was founded in 1947, AKG has been passionately delivering superior-sounding, cutting-edge products. Within months of the company’s founding, its microphones were being used by radio stations, theaters and jazz clubs. A mere two years later, AKG headphones were introduced to the marketplace. AKG products quickly established a reputation for superior performance, and many musical artists started relying on them when it came to performing and recording. World-renowned artists used AKG products back in the 50s, while many of today’s most recognized artists swear by AKG products for live concerts and studio recording. More than 60 years and 1500 patents later, AKG continues to create innovative and exceptional-sounding products for both professional and personal use. So it stands to reason that AKG personal headphones deliver outstanding performance, unparalleled comfort and unmatched reliability. Choose the brand that the pros have chosen for so many years. Hook up your iPod, or connect your stereo or nearly any other audio device to AKG headphones and enjoy the ultimate listening experience.

Outstanding Performance, Unparalleled Comfort and Unmatched Reliability

The K 480 NC are the perfect high performance upgrade for your music

Active noise reduction makes ambient noise nearly non-existent

Cancelling Noise, Enabling Talk, Enjoying Music When you want the ultimate upgrade to your on-the-go listening experience, look no further than the AKG K 480 NC on-ear mini-headphones. These new headphones offer the ultimate in comfort, reliability and style while their active noise-cancellation technology creates an ultra-quiet listening environment. They are perfect for both extended listening and everyday use, thanks to their upgraded, super-soft ear pads and a padded headband for an incredibly comfortable and personalized fit. They use a lightweight design with a unique, 3D-axis folding mechanism that allows you to protect and store them in the slim carrying case that’s included with the headphones. To make them even more convenient and comfortable, the K 480 NCs’ single-sided cable comes in two lengths and is detachable (making it easy to replace the cable, if you want to). The K 480 NCs will connect to virtually any portable audio device, including an older iPhone. And when it comes to style, you’ll definitely stand out, thanks to the K 480 NCs’ rich espresso finish.

Superior SoundThe K 480 NCs deliver the ultimate in high-output sound and frequency response from virtually any portable device, including the iPhone. By using a closed-back design, the K 480 NCs deliver exceptional performance, with rich, detailed sound that’s free of distortion even at high listening levels. High-performance drivers reproduce low frequencies down to 11Hz and high frequencies out past 30kHz with stunning extension and detail. If that’s not enough, they deliver this impressive performance in an environment that is virtually noise-free. Their active noise-cancellation technology makes ambient noise nearly nonexistent, allowing you to enjoy every moment of your music as the noise of a busy world passes you by. The final result of the K 480 NCs is spectacular detail, uncolored sound and a "you are there" personal listening experience, making them the ultimate choice for any audio device playing today’s high-definition digital sound.

They fold away easily when not in use Reliable CompatibilityYou can use the K 480 NCs with your iPod, home stereo and portable DVD, CD and MP3 players, as well as many other audio/video players. Add a slim, tapered connector, and the K 480 NCs are compatible with all versions of the iPhone, including first-generation models, without any extra adapters. They are the ultimate sound upgrade to any portable device.

Ultimate Build QualityThe K 480 NCs use a hard, gold-plated jack plug that improves contact and resists corrosion while enhancing sound clarity. The headphones also use a high-quality, 99.99% oxygen-free cable for improved sound quality.

What's in the BoxOne pair of AKG K 480 NC on-ear headphones, single-sided 1-meter cable, carrying case, flight adapter and 1/4-inch (6-millimeter) adapter.

Cancelling noise. Enabling talk. Enjoying music.The AKG K 480 nc mini headphones will enable you to make and receive hands-free calls from your mobile phone with an optional communication kit. Additionally the K 480 nc features effective active noise reduction,

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3 x 8 x 11 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B002PU9ORS
• Item model number: AKG K480NC
• Batteries: 1 AAA batteries required.
  

Price : $166.00
You Save : $133.95 (45%)

List Price : $299.95

Technical Details

• Active Noise Reduction
• Closed Back Design
• New Unique 3D-AXIS folding mechanism for easy transport
• iPhone compatible
• Two cable lengths included

Customer Reviews

I have used these headphones for a couple of weeks now with my Ipod in a diversity of settings. I very much like the soundscape they produce. I mostly listen to classical music: treble, midrange and bass are nicely detailed. The sound is spacious, natural, and has that threedimensional quality and 'attack' that gives a satisfying listening experience. Bass is not boomy, which is a killer in classical music. In symphonic music, instruments are clearly distinguished and retain their distinct, individual qualities. Voices sound fully natural. Pop music comes out thrillingly alive. They are sufficiently sensitive to crank up volume levels to concert hall proportions.

Noise cancellation is remarkably good, given that these headphones do not cover the whole ear. it is hard to attach numbers to it, but I would say under normal circumstances they cancel out 80 percent of ambient noise. In a very noisy plane they still cancelled out enough noise to provide a satisfying listenign experience In my commuter train they cancel out almost all noise. I only notice a certain bass heaviness when the noise cancellation function is active.

They are reasonably comfortable, and very light. I have listened for several hours at length without noticing them on my head any more. The headphones come in a handy travelcase.

I can only compare them to expensive, open-back haadphones. These are not in that league, but they come close. As you cannot take hifi equipment on the road, these more than suffice fo rme. For the discerning listener who travels a lot, I recommend these headphones highly. Particularly as they are a lot cheaper than comparable Bose or Sennheiser noise cancellation headphones.

I ordered these headphones as recommendation from a friend and boy am I glad I listened. As being a previous owner of Sennheisser and Bose noise canceling headphones, these headphones are far superior in both sound quality and comfort. They are also easy to store and fold with the included case, making them perfect for business travelers such as myself. If you have an opportunity I recommend you listen for yourself and compare and contrast with the other noise canceling headphones, you won't be disappointed.