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KRK KNS 8400

Item ID: KNS8400

Closed-back Circumaural Headphones with Memory Foam Earpads, Detachable Cable, and In-line Volume Control

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Accuracy and Reliability - and a New Standard in Comfort

You demand a lot from pro headphones, and the KRK KNS8400 closed-back monitor headphones deliver. Voiced to remain true to the character of KRK's class-leading studio monitors, the 8400s are designed to be a true reference monitor, allowing you to record and mix the same way you would using speakers. Exceedingly accurate, the 8400s have a natural, wide frequency response with a silky, articulate high end, as well as extended low-frequency definition that ensures that the bass component of your music is accurately reproduced. And the robust dynamic range exhibited by the KRK KNS8400 serves up consistent low-distortion detail and clarity.

Traditionally, having to switch from speakers to headphones has represented a "disconnect" of sorts in the recording process. You often find that those comfortable, ruggedly built headphones you love bear little sonic resemblance to your trusted monitor speakers. Drawing upon their two-plus decades of experience in studio sound, KRK has solved this dilemma with their KNS series headphones. Happily, "going to headphones" is no longer a jarring experience!

The KRK KNS8400 ushers in a new standard in headphone comfort - even over extended periods of use. The 8400's circumaural design employs high-tech memory foam ear cushions, allowing them to conform to your ear to help ensure a comfortable fit during marathon sessions. KRK has thoughtfully spec'd these 'phones with replaceable parts, including a detachable high-durability oxygen-free copper cable with an in-line volume control. Delivering accuracy, comfort, and reliability, these puppies are designed from the ground up for pro monitoring - so you can trust your headphones as never before.

KRK KNS8400 Closed-back Monitor Headphones Features at a Glance:
  • Voiced to remain true to the character of KRK's class-leading studio monitors
  • Adjustable, foldable driver enclosures provide comfort and portability
  • Replaceable cable, head, and ear cushions ensure long product life
  • System design: Dynamic
  • Operating system: Closed-back
  • Head coupling: Circumaural
  • Cable: Detachable 8.2' straight oxygen-free copper
  • Connector: Gold-plated stereo 1/8"
  • Strain-relief-managed cable connection
  • Adapter: Screw-on 1/4"
  • Voice coil: Copper-clad aluminum wire
  • Driver type: Low-weight neodymium
  • Driver diameter: 1.57"
  • Ear cushion: Acoustic memory foam
  • Headpad finish: Premium leatherette
  • Sensitivity/efficiency: 97dB SPL @1mW
  • Frequency response: 5Hz-23kHz
  • Ambient noise isolation: Up to 30dBA
  • Replaceable in-line volume control
  • Antimicrobial/antibacterial cleaning cloth included
  • Soft carrying case included

The KRK KNS8400 closed-back headphones: monitor with confidence - sans headache!
Specification Detail
Manufacturer Part Number KNS8400

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Reviews

based on 9 reviews

Best for the price

by JustinDRIP from Los Angeles, Ca
February 25, 2013
Music Background: Music Producer, Mix Engineer
Let me start by saying..I hate KRK monitors... but I Bought these headphones couple days ago and WOW! These are actually $150??. I figured I would give them a chance considering the reviews on line ab... read more [+]out how "transparent" and "flat" they are.. and that is beyond true. They are not boomy like many other headphones I have owned and they do NOT color the mix which is why you are buying these right?
The stereo image is nice and wide
They take awhile to burn in but after a few hours of mixing or playing music through them they sound better and better. close [-]

Best headphones ever

by Mike Rogers from USA
August 31, 2012
Music Background: singer/songwriter/producer
these are the best headphones i've ever had. awesome sound, soooo comfy, sturdy as hell. love em. i'll never use any other brand. thank you KRK!

Finally some headphones that goes well with my KRK setup.

by Cary Lee from Hollywood, CA USA
November 9, 2011
Music Background: Filmmaker/Post-Production Sound Designer
Excellent ceiling overall. Doesn't seem to feel compressed in overall sound dynamic range. Has the KRK feel. Everything is very upfront for you. I can now hear the mixes correctly the way you want it... read more [+] . Bass is tight and not overbearing. Sounds are very tight and crisp. But no hifi...very flat. Construction is top notch and much better made than my old Sony 7506's. close [-]

These slay!

by Chuck Haller from Bellevue NE USA
March 27, 2013
Music Background: Guitarist, avid listener
Incredible headphones for a very attractive price. Great for listening to music, monitoring whilst tracking and for mixing.

Best in class

by from
January 30, 2013
Music Background:
These headphones are comfortable, closed around the ear. Good Isolation. Class-A stereo imaging, flat-response, clean with no coloration of signal. Best headphones I've ever had for quality mixing and... read more [+] composing. Sometimes I prefer to use them instead of my monitors. close [-]
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Marcy, Saint Louis, MO

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