It is made of plastic .... but then what is it works! it's been two years since I lug around, I roll on over to my chair (lol) and it would really nice! level and sound quality, I board never heard such a sound for such a price (even in sennheseir). So a price / quality ratio really amazing.
I would do this choice for the budget so no problem, but I'll buy a more upscale home AKG. I'm really happy, nothing to say!