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The AKG K 430 model is a mid-grade headphone set designed for active users of all ages always on the go. The main K 430 feature is its unique fold and go design that collapses on a three dimensional axis and convenient carrying case that are combined for maximum portability. It also includes a single side cord for added convenience, designed to eliminate twisting and tangling wires. The closed headband design shuts out ambient noise for a relaxed listening experience and also allows ultralinear sound. The K 430 headset includes additional features such as iPhone compatibility, soft fabric ear pads for extra comfort, a 6.3mm jack adapter, and an integrated volume control. The K 430 headset was released on August 5, 2005 and has an MSRP of $79.99.
MSRP $79.99
Release date August, 2005
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Key Specs
- Unique fold design that collapses on 3-D axis
- Convenient carrying case
- Single Side cord; eliminates wire tangling
- Closed-back design allows a natural and relaxed listening experience with elimination of ambient noise
- iPhone compatibility
- 6.3mm stereo jack adapter (included)
- Soft fabric ear pads for added comfort
- Integrated volume control
- Headphone weight: 110g
- Sensitivity: 125dB
- Frequency Response: 11Hz- 18,000Hz
- Impedance: 32 ohms
- Release Date: 08/05/2005
- MSRP: $79.99
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AKG K 430
• AKG K 430 Foldable Mini Headphone - Silver
UPC: 885038024712
EAN: 885038024712
MPN: K430SLV
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Pros
- Near audiophile quality mids and highs
- easy to fold up and store in a carrying pouch for use on the go
- Compared with price, is't a pretty good deal. Clear sound with powerful bass.
Cons
- open design is not ideal for use in public - quite a lot of noise leakage in and out
- powerful bass but bloted at times
AKG K 430
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Reviews
June 7, 2009
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- affordable price
- includes carrying case
- foldable design
- closed design eliminates some ambient noise
Cons
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May 21, 2009
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- affordable price
- includes carrying case
- foldable design
- closed design eliminates some ambient noise
- integrated volume control
Cons
- poor availability
- cheap looking build
- large physical size - poor for use on the go
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July 23, 2009
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Pros
- affordable price
- includes carrying case
- foldable design
Cons
- integrated volume control
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