I originally bought a set of 4 K240df headsets for my studio 10 years ago and through all of the abuse that goes on in a rental studio they are all still working. The thin cable is a lot more durable than it looks.

I've used the AKG K240S headphones for a few years now and I remain mystified at all the rave reviews here on Amazon. My experience may be different than some reviews, so I'll explain my approach. I do sound art, composition/production, and I listen for fun.

There are plenty of hand-held dynamic vocal microphones available in the world, and sometimes it seems as though microphone technology has advanced as far as it can. But every once in a while an innovator will make an improvement that advances the technology to a new level.