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The AKG K 480 NC model is a high-end headphone set designed for mature, and active users always on the go. The main K 480 feature is its unique fold and go design that collapses on a three dimensional axis and convenient leather carrying case that are combined for maximum portability. It also includes a fully detachable single side cord for added convenience (comes with two seperate cord sizes), designed to eliminate twisting and tangling wires; a power supply is also connected to the cord. The power supply enables active noise cancelling support to ensure maximum listening quality, and allows no ambient noise. The K 480 headset includes additional features such as iPhone compatibility, soft fabric ear pads for extra comfort, a padded headband, a 2.5mm/6.3mm jack adapter, a flight adapter for use in commercial planes, and is compatible with bluetooth cell phones and supports hands free calling; which is provided by an optional adapter. The AKG K 480 NC headset was released on August 29, 2005 and has an MSRP of $199.99.
MSRP $199.99
Release date August, 2005
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Key Specs
- Unique fold design that collapses on 3-D axis
- Convenient Leather carrying case
- Fully Detachable Single Side cord; eliminates wire tangling and comes in two seperate sizes
- Power Supply attached to cord; enables active noise reduction
- Closed-back design allows a natural and relaxed listening experience with elimination of ambient noise
- iPhone compatibility
- 2.5mm/ 6.3mm stereo jack adapter (included)
- Soft fabric ear pads and padded headband for added comfort
- In flight adapter
- Compatible with Bluetooth enabled phones
- Headphone weight: 125g
- Sensitivity: 127dB
- Frequency Response: 11Hz- 30,500Hz
- Impedance: 32 ohms
- Release Date: 08/29/2005
- MSRP: $199.99
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Pros
- Fold and Go Design
- Traveling Case Included
- Can be used for hands-free calls.
- Detachable Cord
- Noise Cancelling
- iPhone Compatible
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Pros
- Fold and Go Design
- Traveling Case Included
- Single-sided cord
- Comes with two cord sizes
- Comfortable earpads and headband
- Comes with flight adapter
- Good low frequency response
- Lightweight
- Can double as a hands-free headset with an optional adapter
- Cable clip
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Pros
- Can be used for hands-free calls.
Cons
- Pricey
- active noise canceling introduces noise and artifacts
- active noise canceling requires a separate power supply
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