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Whether you prefer the holistic approach or like to listen analytically, the K 701 will turn perception into pure enjoyment.
AKG is the first manufacturer in the world to use revolutionary flat-wire technology in headphones, namely, the K 701. The result is a truly dramatic sound that places every musician at their correct location with pinpoint accuracy. This kind of agility, spaciousness, brilliant highs, and velvety, punchy bass is simply miraculous.
These superlative open-back dynamic headphones provide an outstandingly accurate sound and excellent imaging. Try the K 701 and find out what ingenious headphone engineering can do for you.
  • Revolutionary flat-wire voice coil technology
  • Patented AKG Varimotion ultra-precision two-layer diaphragm
  • Self-adjusting cushioned genuine-leather headband
  • Bi-wiring, high-performance cable with 1/4" jack plug
  • Comfortable, specially shaped "3D-Form" ear pads
  • Complete with stylish storage cradle
  • Individually tested and numbered

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AKG K 701
MSRP $400.00
Release date January, 2001
Brand AKG
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was the top-of-the-line AKG headphone until the recent addition of the K702
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some of the best highs of any headphone
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Very detailed sound.
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Beautifully expanded sound stage.. better than HD650.
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Sold, quick and fast bass response. Extends deeper than most headphones, even HD650.
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Very good looking.
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Needs a dedicated headphone amp to shine.
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1000+ hours of break-in time.
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The auto adjusting headband is great but has a plastic strip which threatins to break.
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• AKG K 701 Details

written by Erik Mar 24, 06

This report was started January 5, 2006 at 5:36 pm by Erik
with the last edit occurring October 5, 2009 at 8:11 am by listener
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AKG K 701

• AKG K 701 WHITE HEADPHONES

UPC: 019048158437

EAN: 9002761016253

MPN: K 701

Competitors

Sennheiser HD 600

Sennheiser HD 600

MSRP  $450.00    Released  January, 2009
Pros
  • Detailed sound
  • Fantastic mid range response
  • Bass response is perfect for casual or analytical listening
Cons
  • The looks
  • The Price is only an option when your going for this kind of sound quality
  • The quality of the standard cable, it tends to break just under the ear-parts.
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AKG K 702

AKG K 702

MSRP  $539.99    Released  August, 2008
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Sennheiser HD 650

Sennheiser HD 650

MSRP  $549.00    Released  --
Pros
  • Detailed sound.
  • Bass response is perfect for casual or analytical listening.
  • Fantastic mid range response.
  • No too bright so as to make them fatiguing in long sessions.
  • Needs an amp to shine but does not a must.
Cons
  • Not the best looking headphones out there.
ProSCORE
1 review
86
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Grado RS2

Grado RS2

MSRP  $500.00    Released  --
Pros
  • gorgeous headphone - truly classic
Cons
  • very expensive
  • can dent more easily than the plastic or metal of cheaper models
ProSCORE
1 review
33
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Sony MDR-SA5000

Sony MDR-SA5000

MSRP  $699.99    Released  June, 2006
Pros
  • designed for comfort (many high end headphones aren't)
  • leather earpads with large area disperse pressure
  • magnesium frame structure adds to comfort by making the headphones lighter than they look
Cons
  • strange look
  • doesn't compare to older Sony high-end models
  • very few upgrades over the MDR-SA3000, same drivers and body
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1 review
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Comments

1.  avatar matchpoint said:

One of the beast headphones I have ever bought but are a bit too analytical. I tend to use them for jazz but not as much for rock or pop. Base is really tight and quick and extends into really low low Hz. They always need a headphone amp to go with them, I use a hand built AMB M3 to go with them. They are almost a work of art to look at but but I am not too sure of how long will they last. I am used to headphones lasting decades.
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Pros

  • was the top-of-the-line AKG headphone until the recent addition of the K702
  • some of the best highs of any headphone
  • Very detailed sound.
  • Beautifully expanded sound stage.. better than HD650.
  • Sold, quick and fast bass response. Extends deeper than most headphones, even HD650.
  • Very good looking.

Cons

  • Needs a dedicated headphone amp to shine.
  • 1000+ hours of break-in time.
  • The auto adjusting headband is great but has a plastic strip which threatins to break.

Comments

"One of the beast headphones I have ever bought but are a bit too analytical. I tend to use them for jazz but not as much for rock or pop. Base is really tight and quick and extends into really low low Hz. They always need a headphone amp to go with them, I use a hand built AMB M3 to go with them. They are almost a work of art to look at but but I am not too sure of how long will they last. I am used to headphones lasting decades."
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Pros

  • was the top-of-the-line AKG headphone until the recent addition of the K702
  • some of the best highs of any headphone
  • Very detailed sound.

Cons

  • Needs a dedicated headphone amp to shine.

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