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AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphone Level 1

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Form Factor Over Ear
Connectivity Technology Wired
Special Feature Full-Leather headband

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  • Revolutionary flat-wire voice
  • Extremely accurate and detailed sound with excellent transient response
  • Built to last with premium components and unbreakable metal arches without compromising on comfort
  • Revolutionary flat-wire voice coil provides higher sensitivity with improved impulse and treble response

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Customer Ratings
Sound quality
4.2
4.0
4.4
4.4
4.5
4.4
Quality of material
4.0
4.4
4.0
4.4
4.7
Comfort
4.6
5.0
4.4
4.4
Bass quality
3.6
3.7
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Noise cancellation
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Wired
Wired
Wired
Wired
Wired
Wired
headphones form factor
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
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6.35mm Jack, 3.5mm Jack
6.35mm Jack
XLR
3.5mm Jack, 1/4-inch
3.5mm Jack
headphones jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
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cable feature
Tangle Free
Detachable
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Media Control
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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
1,560 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, comfort, and clarity of the sound and recording equipment. For example, they mention it's an incredibly high quality pair with realistic sound, the ear pads are soft but not too soft, and the detail and clarity is spectacular. That said, some disagree on sound quality, performance, and size.

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126 customers mention99 positive27 negative

Customers generally like the quality of the headphones. They say that they are an incredibly high quality pair with realistic sound. They also appreciate the apparent build quality, saying that they're terrific and built to last. Customers also mention that the high end is not as harsh, and the midrange is smooth and full. Overall, customers say that these are the best headphone experience they've ever had, and are worth the money.

"...Grado 325, I'd probably still go with Grado, just because the build is so sturdy and they're Made in America...." Read more

"...frequencies are well extended, with plenty of 'air' and detail, but no stridency. The midrange is smooth and full...." Read more

"...me the bass definition that the 701s lack, this IS the best headphone experience I've ever had...." Read more

"...clear luscious and fluid sounding midrange, it seems to work well for female voice and recovers the detail and texture in the singer's voice...." Read more

63 customers mention50 positive13 negative

Customers like the comfort of the sound and recording equipment. They mention that the ear pads are soft but not too soft, so they keep their shape.

"...(I don't find it at all lacking as some others have noted); comfort level is fantastic...." Read more

"...They are super light and the ear pads are soft but not too soft, so they keep their shape and no plastic rests near your ears...." Read more

"...Ear cups are soft but firm enough to stay in place...." Read more

"...slide off my head at any angle other than straight up, but they are comfortable...." Read more

25 customers mention25 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the sound and recording equipment. They mention that the detail and clarity is spectacular, with absolutely stunning spacial clarity. They also say that the midrange is clear, luscious, and fluid sounding, with plenty of air and detail. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and performance of the product.

"...The detail and clarity is spectacular; the bass is just right (I don't find it at all lacking as some others have noted); comfort level is fantastic...." Read more

"...High frequencies are well extended, with plenty of 'air' and detail, but no stridency. The midrange is smooth and full...." Read more

"...This is the headphone's primary strength, clear luscious and fluid sounding midrange, it seems to work well for female voice and recovers the detail..." Read more

"...(598's are closed back in fairness to them) and to my ear, provide more detail in clarity with the midrange and highs as well as better separation...." Read more

20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the headphones. They mention that it has great aesthetics, is intelligently designed, and has a very natural top-end sparkle. They also appreciate the refined electrostatic design and the lush, seductive midrange. Customers also love the open back design with the ear cups being cloth is neat.

"...and I often forget how great these sound, so detailed and full and lush. They're more impressive now than when I first purchased them...." Read more

"...The Koss offer a seductive midrange that is particularly effective with the presentation of vocal music...." Read more

"Great headphones. Love the open back design with the ear cups being cloth is neat!" Read more

"...The speakers are amazing and the design over all is incredibly appealing...." Read more

15 customers mention13 positive2 negative

Customers like the mixing capabilities of the headphones. They say they're ideal for mixing, reference mixing, and mixing with them is pure pleasure. They're good for long mixing sessions and are excellent for working on audio mixes. Customers also mention that the headphones are open-ear and meant for mixdown and mastering. They also say that they have no coloration and just detail.

"...Good for long mixing sessions if you flatten them out, as they are the most comfortable pair of headphones I've ever used." Read more

"...These are ideal headphones for mixing - but you should try them out in person FIRST before buying to be sure they fit your personal preference and..." Read more

"...I'd recommend them highly for reference mixing." Read more

"...Mixing with them is pure pleasure. Best studio investment I've made in a long time. A++++" Read more

143 customers mention99 positive44 negative

Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that the sound is so good, accurate, and provides a much wider soundstage. They also say that any jazz and orchestra pieces sounds incredible, with amazing sound detail and sound image. However, others say that the quality is tinny, weak, and grating at first. They mention that they leak sound a lot and don't provide any isolation from outside.

"...The detail and clarity is spectacular; the bass is just right (I don't find it at all lacking as some others have noted); comfort level is fantastic...." Read more

"...The midrange is smooth and full. The bass is mercifully free of the mid-bass bump so common in headphones, and is robust without being overwhelming..." Read more

"...and clear sound, with a very flat frequency response and a wide soundstage. The high frequencies are clear and the mids are well present...." Read more

"...This is the headphone's primary strength, clear luscious and fluid sounding midrange, it seems to work well for female voice and recovers the detail..." Read more

25 customers mention10 positive15 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the sound and recording equipment. Some mention that they are working brilliantly, while others say that the right side completely stopped working just under a year of brand new purchase.

"...They are a bit big and slide off my head at any angle other than straight up, but they are comfortable...." Read more

"...I was not sure about this system at first, but it works very well !..." Read more

"...It is much more comfortable. The Sennheisers grab my head too tightly...." Read more

"...The headphone does a reasonably good job of handling sibilance, without emphasizing it unduly...." Read more

17 customers mention10 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the sound and recording equipment. Some mention that the ear cups are more than big enough to accompany the largest of heads, and are extremely comfortable. However, others say that they are heavy, not compact, and slide off their heads at any angle.

"...on my AKGs, and I often forget how great these sound, so detailed and full and lush. They're more impressive now than when I first purchased them...." Read more

"...The sound quality is nice, I will say. They are a bit big and slide off my head at any angle other than straight up, but they are comfortable...." Read more

"...The ear cups are large circumaurals, so comfort as far as my ears are concerned is not a problem...." Read more

"...You are isolate from rest of world and enjoy vast space, clean air and Ice cold spring water. but can't stay too long...." Read more

The greatest headphones of all time
5 Stars
The greatest headphones of all time
There’s a good reason they’re still making them, they probably sold over a million of these. The bright sound profile is incredible on top of the wide soundstage, any jazz and orchestra pieces sounds incredible. I teared up when the violin kicks on, just insane. Now remove the sticker covering the bass port inside the ear cups. You now have very nice and balanced headphones that have great responses all around and huge soundstage.
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Juan Pablo Munoz Mendoza
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelentes. Relación costo/beneficio de las mejores en el mercado
Reviewed in Mexico on March 7, 2022
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Juan Pablo Munoz Mendoza
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelentes. Relación costo/beneficio de las mejores en el mercado
Reviewed in Mexico on March 7, 2022
Hay mil y una reseñas sobre estos audífonos. Lo que puedo decir al respecto es que para alguien que gusta de coleccionarlos, estos son un dilema por lo siguiente:
Construcción: Materiales baratos. Plástico por todos lados. En pocas palabras se ven baratos. Se sienten un tanto frágiles de las copas. La banda está ok. Al usarlos se escucha un poco el rose de los pads. Sin embargo, pese a todo, se ven bien a secas.
Empaque: Excelente y trae una base (barata de plástico). Dan el gatazo.
Comodidad: Más que excelente. Largas sesiones de escucha sin problema. La presión sobre la mandíbula es ligera, agradable. Son muy ligeros.
Sonido: Uff... La pregunta del millón. Sin ser para todos puedo comentar que, si quieren comenzar a escuchar música de forma más detallada y clavándose en la calidad de los codecs, ESTOS SON. De mi propia colección mi top de abiertos son los Zeus HD, Emotiva GR1, Sundara y estos... No son bass head, detallan todas las frecuencias de manera excelente, un soundstage más que bueno y una claridad soberbia. No son silbantes para mi gusto. Son una delicia para mis oídos.

No puedo más que recomendarlos desde la subjetividad. Hasta ahora no hay género con que los haya usado que no me gusten pero Jazz es mi favorito en estos.
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Jochen
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tim weatherill
5.0 out of 5 stars A genuine treat for the ears and a tonic to the soul.
Reviewed in Canada on April 20, 2016
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5.0 out of 5 stars Takes time to adjust to the superior clarity and transparency but worth it on good recordings
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 29, 2015
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R. Dellwo
5.0 out of 5 stars Besser geht kaum....
Reviewed in Germany on May 17, 2011
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