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AKG Y50 Red On-Ear Headphone with In-Line One-Button Universal Remote/Microphone, Red

4.1 out of 5 stars 122 ratings
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Brand AKG
Color Red
Ear Placement On Ear
Form Factor On Ear
Impedance 32 Ohm

About this item

  • Signature AKG-quality sound with enriched bass performance
  • On-ear headphone with closed ear-cup design for reduced ambient noise
  • Long-lasting, comfortable fit with rugged, lightweight design
  • Detachable cable with inline, one-button remote/mic for complete hands-free accessibility
  • 3D-Axis folding mechanism and pouch for easy storage and safe transport
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CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

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Product information

Model Name Y50
Connectivity Technology Wired
Age Range (Description) Adult
Control Type Volume Control
Cable Feature Detachable
Item Weight 190 Grams
Customer Package Type Standard Packaging
Control Method Touch
Number of Items 1
UPC 028292264801 282922648014
Global Trade Identification Number 00028292264801
Manufacturer AKG
Product Dimensions 2.17 x 8.66 x 9.84 inches
Item Weight 6.7 ounces
ASIN B00LPR9KDU
Item model number Y50 Red
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4.1 out of 5 stars 122 ratings

4.1 out of 5 stars
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No
Date First Available July 14, 2014

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Product Description

There are a lot of good headphones out there but few have the credentials for sound quality that AKG enjoys - with over 65 years of Grammy-recognized achievement and the respect of musicians everywhere. Hearing them is only part of the magic of AKG - as the AKG Y50s represent a new breed of exceptional on-ear headphone for people demanding more: more quality, more convenience, more flexibility. Their inspirational performance is matched by a bold styling and a lightweight, comfortable fit that redefines the category. Slip them on. Feel yourself escape into the luxury of rich sound with enhanced bass. Of hands-free controls placed just right for an ease of operation whether you're plugged into your smartphone or other device of your choice. Their closed-back design eliminates any other sounds but the ones you want to be hearing, providing a snug, comfortable fit that won't wear you down like many headphones. Choose a look and color to complement your personal touch - while you become a catalyst for quality and taste.

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Customers praise these headphones for their excellent sound quality, particularly noting their wide soundstage and noise isolation, while also appreciating their high build quality and value for money. The style receives positive feedback. Comfort and fit are mixed aspects - while some find them comfortable, others report pain in the ears, and while many say they fit well, one customer describes them as clamping down like a vice.

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55 customers mention "Sound quality"42 positive13 negative

Customers praise the headphones' sound quality, particularly noting their excellent noise isolation and ability to handle bass-heavy songs. One customer mentions they are great for a range of music tastes.

"...A few days of heavy use have shown that these headphones fit my requirements for sound thus far. I'm hard on my electronics...." Read more

"...I am very impressed with the clarity and detail of these on-ear headphones as compared to other on-ears I have owned and enjoyed for years..." Read more

"...For $100 you get great all around sound. I listen to a broad range of music and this covers all my bases when I am on the go or mowing the lawn...." Read more

"...The cable feels sturdy and ready to handle anything, the drivers pack serious bass, highs, and slight highlights on the mids, just the way I like it...." Read more

50 customers mention "Build quality"44 positive6 negative

Customers praise the build quality of these headphones, describing them as high quality and well-constructed, with one customer noting the thick material.

"...The build quality is such that I have no fear of throwing them their case in my backpack and letting them jostle with my books and batteries...." Read more

"...the case, as my rock, EDM, and surprisingly *jazz* tracks are incredibly well timbered and well proportioned throughout the range...." Read more

"...They are constructed very well and sit on my head firmly and comfortably. The ONLY negative is the microphone...." Read more

"...The cable feels sturdy and ready to handle anything, the drivers pack serious bass, highs, and slight highlights on the mids, just the way I like it...." Read more

28 customers mention "Value for money"25 positive3 negative

Customers find these headphones offer good value for money, with sound quality that matches the price point, and one customer notes they are not overwhelming.

"...Other than that a VERY good headphones for the price." Read more

"...and the bass is just right and not overwhelming. Build quality seems solid...." Read more

"Great value for the money. Rich and spacious sound stage, pleasingly musical. Excellent bass response, but not overwhelming...." Read more

"They sound fine for the price, but the color and labelling are just too much for anyone with adult tastes...." Read more

11 customers mention "Style"11 positive0 negative

Customers like the style of these headphones, with one mentioning the nice Sennheiser ear cups and another noting the crispy highs.

"...Aesthetically decent Cons: Button on mic is difficult to press No volume control Bass sounds strange..." Read more

"...These ones are just perfect for daily commute. Looks wise, brilliant. Carry case is convenient, a bit too small, I would say...." Read more

"...Sony's the best for long term use (7+ hours flight). Sennheiser ear cups nice, but pinches, again, metal headband...." Read more

"Very sexy pair of headphones that are well made with high quality sound reproduction as a result...." Read more

26 customers mention "Comfort"18 positive8 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the headphones' comfort, with some finding them comfortable while others report pain in the ears.

"...of the head is a bit noticeable, but not distracting and definitely not painful...." Read more

"...They are very comfortable, light-but-not-too-light, and have an incredible range of adjustment coupled with a..." Read more

"These are my second on ear headphones and these are not comfortable. They clamp too hard on my ears. My ears started hurting right away...." Read more

"...They are constructed very well and sit on my head firmly and comfortably. The ONLY negative is the microphone...." Read more

8 customers mention "Fit"5 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the headphones' fit, with some finding them amazing while others report they are too tight.

"...For comfort, these are very satisfactory, striking a pleasing balance between the aforementioned portability and comfort...." Read more

"...Yes the pads are soft, but the headphones clamp down rather tightly. Good noise isolation...." Read more

"...*jazz* tracks are incredibly well timbered and well proportioned throughout the range...." Read more

"...They sound great, fit amazing, but I have had them for three weeks and they just fell apart...." Read more

I have usually gotten by with 'cheapo' headphones and finally decided to make the leap and go for some nice, high-quality headph
1 out of 5 stars
I have usually gotten by with 'cheapo' headphones and finally decided to make the leap and go for some nice, high-quality headph
I got these headphones three weeks ago and the left ear piece just fell off. Needless to say my heart stopped and I am freaking out at the moment. I have usually gotten by with 'cheapo' headphones and finally decided to make the leap and go for some nice, high-quality headphones. After much research I found AKG to be the perfect brand for me. They sound great, fit amazing, but I have had them for three weeks and they just fell apart. I take very good care of my things and I've never abused them in any sort. I am hoping they get replaced quickly and that the pair I was sent are just faulty. I am crossing my fingers this doesn't reflect the quality of the well known manufacture that is AKG.
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  • Phyllis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bought for heavy use traveling - Won't need another set any time soon.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2015
    Verified Purchase
    I'm a student and heavy traveler, and so my emphasis on buying these headphones was

    As far as sound is concerned, I'm no audiophile. I look for headphones that don't interfere with my appreciation of music by creating erroneous sound, drowning out vocals with obviously artificially enhanced segments of the sound spectrum or by buzzing. Also, I want minimal sound leaking out as possible, so my neighbors on planes and in my workplace don't hear my bad taste in music. A few days of heavy use have shown that these headphones fit my requirements for sound thus far.

    I'm hard on my electronics. I broke two cell phones in the course of 9 months. That being said, these get top ratings as a durable, travel-friendly headphone. They fold up easily into a relatively small package, and come with a surprisingly durable and thick carrying bag. The build quality is such that I have no fear of throwing them their case in my backpack and letting them jostle with my books and batteries.

    For comfort, these are very satisfactory, striking a pleasing balance between the aforementioned portability and comfort. The band on top of the head is a bit noticeable, but not distracting and definitely not painful. I'd pick this band over a wider band with more comfort but less portability. The earpieces pivot enough to not pinch my ears, and the padding there is fantastic. Like someone else said, the only (minor) issue is my ears get warm after a while.

    Overall, I'm incredibly pleased with these, and I won't be searching for another set of headphones unless someone steals these.
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  • B. S. Denton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent initial impression -- time will tell if they hold up, but I already know these *sound* great.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2015
    Verified Purchase
    I received these this morning, and they have not left my head. I am very impressed with the clarity and detail of these on-ear headphones as compared to other on-ears I have owned and enjoyed for years (Philips Citiscape Downtown, Logitech UE4000, House of Marley Exodus, Sennheiser HD229). I was concerned somewhat purchasing a Harmon/AKG product, as I had read that they need a long break-in period (and they may be one of the few headphones that actually DO require this, according to some online sources.) I will tell you that this is not the case, as my rock, EDM, and surprisingly *jazz* tracks are incredibly well timbered and well proportioned throughout the range. Most of the headphones I listed previously have a some kind of glaring tonal failing in my hearing, or are somehow uncomfortable for more than one or two hours, but I have not found the like to be true in my admittedly short time with the AKGs (six hours so far . . . but I have not taken them off!) They are very comfortable, light-but-not-too-light, and have an incredible range of adjustment coupled with a secure fit. These are my first pair of AKG phones, but they will not be my last. I should also mention -- I am not a huge fan of the styling, but the primary color bling is growing on me.
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Jay
    4.0 out of 5 stars Terrific headphone, mediocre mic
    Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2015
    Verified Purchase
    These headphones sound extremely good for general purpose listening. For $100 you get great all around sound. I listen to a broad range of music and this covers all my bases when I am on the go or mowing the lawn. By far they sound better than any BEATS I've listened to. They are constructed very well and sit on my head firmly and comfortably. The ONLY negative is the microphone. I use this for conference calls and I've been told the sound is a bit muffled. I previously used an old set of ear buds with mic from a Samsung GalaxyS3 and was told I sounded infinitely better from those. Other than that a VERY good headphones for the price.
    One person found this helpful
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  • Jo
    5.0 out of 5 stars "Maybe the best, even better than Sennheiser"
    Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2016
    Verified Purchase
    I don't hand out 5-Star Reviews often. Even if a product is the best, I can usually find something wrong with it. This product is almost impossible to criticize, save the price.

    The cable feels sturdy and ready to handle anything, the drivers pack serious bass, highs, and slight highlights on the mids, just the way I like it. The ear cups are soft and easily allow for hours of comfortable gaming. The top could use a little more padding, however if you loosen it up a bit it doesn't hurt as much. The portable design works well and I love not strangling myself over the single detachable cable. The Mic is clear, with the button sometimes stiff and hard to press.

    The price is enough for you to have to sell your small toe and.. Wait a minute... Yeah, the price is bad. Sure these are awesome, but their rarity is the reason for the high price. Sometimes the black ones go for as high as $200 on eBay and third party sellers on Az because they're always out of stock. Lower the price to $60 flat, make more (a lot more) and you will have the best headset on the market, even better than AT or Sennheiser.
    5 people found this helpful
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  • Samantha Hoffmann
    1.0 out of 5 stars I have usually gotten by with 'cheapo' headphones and finally decided to make the leap and go for some nice, high-quality headph
    Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2015
    Verified Purchase
    I got these headphones three weeks ago and the left ear piece just fell off. Needless to say my heart stopped and I am freaking out at the moment. I have usually gotten by with 'cheapo' headphones and finally decided to make the leap and go for some nice, high-quality headphones. After much research I found AKG to be the perfect brand for me. They sound great, fit amazing, but I have had them for three weeks and they just fell apart. I take very good care of my things and I've never abused them in any sort. I am hoping they get replaced quickly and that the pair I was sent are just faulty. I am crossing my fingers this doesn't reflect the quality of the well known manufacture that is AKG.
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    Samantha Hoffmann
    1.0 out of 5 stars
    I have usually gotten by with 'cheapo' headphones and finally decided to make the leap and go for some nice, high-quality headph

    Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2015
    I got these headphones three weeks ago and the left ear piece just fell off. Needless to say my heart stopped and I am freaking out at the moment. I have usually gotten by with 'cheapo' headphones and finally decided to make the leap and go for some nice, high-quality headphones. After much research I found AKG to be the perfect brand for me. They sound great, fit amazing, but I have had them for three weeks and they just fell apart. I take very good care of my things and I've never abused them in any sort. I am hoping they get replaced quickly and that the pair I was sent are just faulty. I am crossing my fingers this doesn't reflect the quality of the well known manufacture that is AKG.
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    11 people found this helpful
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  • Private
    2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed
    Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2016
    Verified Purchase
    Went from Bose OE2 headphones to these. Thought the audio quality would be more equitible after reading the reviews but it's not even close. Bass sounds terrible. Miss and highs are okay, but not any better than some $15 headphones I've had.

    The only good thing about them is the noise isolation is pretty good for an OE design.

    Pretty disappointed overall.
    2 people found this helpful
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  • M.G.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Looks good, works great
    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2024
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    The headphones work great and the only issue I've had is that the plastic cover over the earphones has disintegrated, but it took a very long time for that to happen and for the price, I can't complain.
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  • Planty's Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars Look good - great fit, great sound, no bleed for public places and compact
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 5, 2017
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    Great headphones, good sound quality, excellent comfort, removable cable and folding headpiece for compact storage. No bleed at standard volume.
    One thing I do like is these fit the head shape very well, some headphones stick out on the sides and look odd, these look good and sound good.
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  • Cliente de Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cómodos y un sonido muy decente
    Reviewed in Mexico on June 18, 2022
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    Buena construcción (metal y plástico), cómodos y un sonido agradable. Los medios y agudos están presentes; los graves estan ligeramente sobrados. No son audífonos con un sonido audiofilo pero están por encima de la media comercial (bose, Sony y beats). Una buena opción, si no quieres gastar mucho
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  • Michael
    4.0 out of 5 stars Sound gut
    Reviewed in Germany on March 15, 2019
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    Der Sound ist recht gut. Allerdings ist der Tragekomfort übere längere Zeit nicht perfekt
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  • Zack Goodwin
    5.0 out of 5 stars These are the best earphones I have EVER had the pleasure of hearing
    Reviewed in Canada on August 13, 2016
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    These are the best earphones I have EVER had the pleasure of hearing. I say hearing, because I include all the demo earphones you find at places like Indigo, Best Buy, and and the Apple store. These easily rank up with headphones more than twice the price. I love them. And I will cry when one day (hopefully in the far future) they wear out
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Satisfied purchase.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 4, 2017
    Verified Purchase
    Good fit, balanced sound, picks out the details in a recording without overkill on the bass.
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