Holiday Gift Guides
B&H Gift Cards
The Professional's Source Since 1973
Ask Our Experts800-606-6969
Hello, Log InAccount & Orders
My Cart

Holiday Headstart

Video Chat with a Pro Audio Expert - Live
Home

AKG K812 Reference Headphones (Over-Ear)

BH #AKK812PRO • MFR #3458X00010
3 reviews
Print
AKG K812 Reference Headphones (Over-Ear)
Key Features
  • Open Back
  • Mixing, Mastering, Music Production
  • Large 53mm Transducers
  • 1.5 Tesla Magnet System
The K812 from AKG are over-ear reference-quality headphones with an extended frequency response. They are perfect for mixing, mastering, and audio production. Various enhancements are included that allow the headphones to deliver high headroom and dynamic range, detailed imaging, and excellent impulse response.
More Details
Special Order
Expected availability: 4-6 Weeks
No Store Display
$1,999.00
+
Save the Tax‡
or Pay $167/mo. suggested payments for 12 Mos.§ when you use the Payboo credit card. Learn More
This item cannot be canceled or returned.
Add to Cart
Free Standard Shipping
Protect Your Gear
Add a protection plan from $235.99
See Options
Ask an Expert
800-606-6969

AKG K812 Overview

From Manufacturer

The K812 from AKG are over-ear reference-quality headphones with an extended frequency response. They are perfect for mixing, mastering, and audio production. Various enhancements are included that allow the headphones to deliver high headroom and dynamic range, detailed imaging, and excellent impulse response.

An air-flow dome provides control over the membrane movement for reproducing dynamics that other headphones might not handle, and the 1.5-tesla magnet system offers highly accurate imaging. The large 53mm transducer and the two-layer copper-covered aluminum voice coil provide managed modal behavior, superior impulse response, and a frequency response up to 54 kHz.

For added comfort and optimum sealing of the ear pads, the headphone employs all-metal cardanic hinges on each side. The nine-foot cable is detachable and replaceable, as are the ear pads.

Over-ear, open-back reference headphones designed for audio professionals
Provides accurate balance for mixing, mastering, and music production
Large 53mm transducer for high headroom and dynamic range
The 1.5-tesla magnet system offers highly accurate imaging
Copper-covered aluminum voice coil extends sound beyond the limits of human auditory system
The ultralightweight two-layer voice coil provides excellent impulse response and a guaranteed extended frequency range up to 54 kHz
Detachable cable and replaceable ear pads
UPC: 885038035770

AKG K812 Specs

Key Specs
Wearing Style
Dual Ear with Headband
Foldable: No
Earpiece Swivel: No
Open/Closed-Back
Open-Back
Impedance
36 Ohms
Active Noise Cancellation
No
Built-In Mic
No
Audio Connector
1x 1/4" TRS
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Headphone
Wearing Style
Dual Ear with Headband
Foldable: No
Earpiece Swivel: No
Earpiece Design
Over-Ear (Circumaural)
Open/Closed-Back
Open-Back
Sound Field
Stereo
Driver Type
Dynamic
Impedance
36 Ohms
Active Noise Cancellation
No
Maximum Power Handling
300 mW
Volume Limiting / Child-Safe
No
Built-In Controls
No
Microphone
Built-In Mic
No
Connectivity
Wired Audio Connector
1x 1/4" TRS
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Connector Plating
Gold
Cable Design
Detachable / Straight
Cable Length
9.8' / 3 m
Physical
Color
Black
Weight
13.8 oz / 390 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.1 x 11.5 x 4.3"

AKG K812 Reviews

K812 Sounds Superb

By Bobbo
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-04-16

When I first started my headphone journey over a dozen years ago, my first serious one was the K702, which I enjoyed foe several years before trying other company’s offerings, both open backed and closed models, and each brought its own pluses and minuses, but as time passed I gravitated to the AKG K712, which was a nice balance of improved, deeper bass and the huge, open and detailed I was craving. I enjoyed the 712 but then moved up to several different flagship headphones which resulted in me selling my K712. Several more years few by and I was still missing the AKG sound but wanted a more refined version. I hit the jackpot when I discovered the K812. I ordered these direct from the company, and after having throughly enjoyed them for more than a week, I feel that I finally found the flagship headphone sound I’ve been looking for. Everything sounds incredible. Classical and jazz really come to life. Vocals are spot on. I’ve also been using them instead of my stereo system for movies, and they really shine. Crystal clear dialogue and huge, crisp reproduction of the movie soundtracks and effects. These are great all rounders that really deliver the goods. Highly recommended.

One of the Best TOTL Open Dynamic Headphones

By kcetjon
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-09-18

I have auditioned a lot of the current TOTL headphones on the market. In that price range, AKG K812 is the headphone to sought after if you want something that is very pure, very revealing, while at the same time very holographic and very musical. Great for both engineers and audiophiles, though some audiophiles will crave for a balanced option. One small con is that, as it is so revealing, you will not want to listen to your poorly mastered tracks anymore. Also, in some days when you want a soft and mellow sound for your ears, these headphones will sound a bit too sharp and too tizzy. The reason why I only give 4 stars to the durability is because the screws near the ear cup of the headphone will loosen or tighten on normal use. Though they can be readjusted using a simple screwdriver, this is something not desirable.

See any errors on this page?
Whatever You Need, We've Got It