AKG K 545

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 5 expert reviews

Excellent:

1
Good:

2
Average:

0
Bad:

2

Pros:

Powerful audio performance with natural bass and crisp highs. Comfortable fit and visually pleasing design. Includes removable cables with both iOS and Android-compatible in-line remotes.
Great appearance, Durable build, Lightweight, Allday comfort, Removable cable that's tangle resistant and includes microphone and controls, Two cables included–one for iOS and one universal, Premium sound quality, 2 inch drivers, The
Very handsome design, decent sound

Cons:

Not for seekers of booming low-end. Light on accessories besides the cables
No included case, No foldable or collapsable, Pricey, Poor noise isolation

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Last revision on May 27, 2015

Reviewers Liked

Powerful audio performance with natural bass and crisp highs. Comfortable fit and visually pleasing design. Includes removable cables with both iOS and Android-compatible in-line remotes
Great appearance, Durable build, Lightweight, Allday comfort, Removable cable that's tangle resistant and includes microphone and controls, Two cables included–one for iOS and one universal, Premium sound quality, 2 inch drivers, The
Very handsome design, decent sound

Reviewers Didn't Like

Not for seekers of booming low-end. Light on accessories besides the cables
No included case, No foldable or collapsable, Pricey, Poor noise isolation
Can be uncomfortable during long listening sessions, cord is too short for my tastes

Expert reviews and ratings

Last year, AKG's $239 K550 caught a lot of attention with its promised to deliver the big, open sound of an open-back headphone in a closed-back design. I thought the K550 sounded a little bright, but gave it a good review because I know that's what...

By About.com on July 17, 2014

We love the compact nature of these new AKGs and their stylish, solid build will go a long way to convincing potential owners as will their detailed and punchy sound.But, their character isn't without fault and we're a little disappointed they're not as...

By What Hi-Fi? on February 12, 2014

The AKG K545 is a headphone pair for lovers of balanced, crisp audio, with plenty of bass that doesn't get insanely...

By PC Mag on February 04, 2014

The K545's are a handsome set of headphones that are sure to turn heads. They're great for short-listening sessions, but if you're looking at a marathon video game run, or even watching a movie, you might experience some discomfort. The K545's sound...

By runaroundtech.com on November 13, 2013

The K545′s have a new-age, industrial, urban design. There's a chic combo of clean plastic and durable aluminum. The aluminum adds a nice level of durability, while keeping the headphones lightweight. There's a spot of blue brushed metal accent on each...

By Chip Chick on December 04, 2013

Le K545 est un beau casque, solide et confortable. Il délivre un son de qualité mais on regrette le manque de chaleur qui oblige à utiliser l'égaliseur sur votre smartphone ou votre tablette. On apprécie la présence des deux câbles audio pour une...

By 01Net on September 24, 2013

Prinzipiell ist der AKG K545 ein wirklich gelungener, ohrumschließender Bügelkopfhörer mit einer modernen Optik, einer guten Verarbeitung, einem angenehmen Tragekomfort und wenn er will, kann er auch bei der Klangqualität punkten. Leider scheinen die...

By newgadgets.de on May 04, 2014

Der AKG K 545 basiert auf dem weltweit anerkannten K 550, hat aber dessen Gene noch einmal gekonnt modernisiert. Wir haben den On-Ear-Kopfhörer...

By audio.de on December 09, 2013