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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a solution with better isolation and deeper bass, the AKG K361 would serve you well, especially in noisy environments or if you're tracking bass-heavy music. However, the Koss KSC75 offers a more open sound that some listeners prefer for classical or acoustic genres, and they are significantly more affordable than the AKGs. The KSC75 typically lack the build quality and lower frequency response of the AKGs, but offer an exceptional value for casual listening, especially if you like the open-back design. Consider how much you're willing to invest and what kind of listening experience you're after. If durability and sound isolation are top priorities and you can afford the higher price, go with the AKG K361. If you want to save money and don't mind sacrificing some build quality and isolation for an airy, natural sound, the Koss KSC75 might be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the AKG K361
- Good for air travel
Advantages of the Koss KSC75
- Very good for music
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.5
8.3
The Koss KSC75 is very good for music, while the AKG K361 is good.
Phone Calls
3.2
4.8
The Koss KSC75 and AKG K361 are both poor for phone calls, though the Koss KSC75 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0
7.5
The Koss KSC75 is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the AKG K361 is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The AKG K361 is only fair for noise reduction, while the Koss KSC75 is poor.
Cost
$99
$20
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The AKG K361 has a price of $99 and the Koss KSC75 costs $20.
Build Quality
8.5
5.6
The AKG K361 has very good build quality, while the Koss KSC75 has poor build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
6.3
6.4
The Koss KSC75 and AKG K361 are both only fair for gaming.
TV and Video
7.8
7.7
The AKG K361 and Koss KSC75 are both good for TV and video.
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How the AKG K361 and the Koss KSC75 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| AKG K361 | Koss KSC75 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $20 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | AKG | Koss | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2018 | January 1, 2005 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.5/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.3/10 | 4.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.3/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 219 Grams | 45.3 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
Dustproof Rating | |||
Dustproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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AKG K361
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Alex Rowe | November 2019
"The K361 retains much of what makes the K371 such a winner, though it has a leaner sound, and the build changes made to trim the price down are immediately apparent. Still, it’s another excellent offering from AKG, and other companies in this fight should either be very worried or quickly designing updates to their old models."
Koss KSC75
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Crinacle | June 2022
"Let’s not insult the KSC75 by saying that it’s simply good for the price… because it’s far more than that. It basically has a monopoly at its asking price, and could still give modern budget headphones a run for their money 15 years after its release. The KSC75 is the world’s best not-headphone."
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About Koss
Koss is an American headphone manufacturer established in 1953. In 1958, they created the first set of stereophones, that is headphones with stereo sound, and in 1984 they released the world-famous Porta Pro, a set of on-ear headphones that has remained essentially unchanged for more than 30 years and that is still made, sold and loved by many audio enthusiasts around the world today.
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