AKG K371

If you want **closed-back studio headphones** for mixing, tracking, or just listening without bothering everyone nearby, the AKG K371 is built around that job. It gives you a neutral, reference-leaning sound in a portable body, so you can hear problems in a mix and still use it for everyday music without the usual bass bloat. ## What makes it worth it The K371’s big draw is its tuning: AKG says it follows its Reference Response curve, and reviewers consistently describe it as one of the more natural-sounding closed backs in its price range. The 50mm drivers help it dig deep, with a quoted 5 Hz to 40 kHz frequency response and 32-ohm impedance, so it’s easy to drive from a laptop, interface, or phone. It also folds flat and uses 8-position hinges, which makes it a lot easier to pack than most studio headphones. SoundGuys and Wirecutter both note that it isolates well and stays comfortable over long sessions, helped by the memory-foam pads and light build. ## Where it falls short The cable is not detachable, which is annoying on a headphone meant for real studio use. Wirecutter also notes that the elongated earcups can sit awkwardly on smaller heads and may leak a bit more than ideal. If you want a closed-back wired headphone for mixing, monitoring, and travel, buy this; if you need replaceable cables or a roomier fit, look at the Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X or Sennheiser alternatives instead.

£135.22