AKG K872 Master Reference Closed-Back Headphones
The K872 is AKG's closed-back master reference headphone, built for mixing and mastering where isolation is needed but reference-grade accuracy cannot be compromised. Its 53 mm transducer with a patented two-layer diaphragm resolves fine detail from a very low 5 Hz up to 54 kHz, giving a full, precise picture of the recording inside a sealed enclosure.
Real-leather ear pads and a genuine-leather headband, with a slow-retention memory foam, keep pressure even for long mastering sessions. The closed design lets it work in rooms where an open reference would leak, making it a studio tool for critical work away from a treated control room.
| Type | Closed-back, over-ear master reference |
|---|---|
| Transducer | 53 mm dynamic (two-layer diaphragm) |
| Rated Impedance | 36 Ohms |
| Sensitivity | 112 dB SPL/V @ 1 kHz |
| Frequency Range | 5 - 54,000 Hz |
| Max Input Power | 300 mW |
| Weight | 390 g |
| Connector | Detachable 3 m cable; 3.5 mm plug with 6.3 mm adapter |









