AKG K-701

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AKG K-701

AKG

K-701

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 185476
Brand: AKG
Model: K-701
Price: $141.90

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The AKG K-701s are a classic for a reason. They offer incredible clarity and a massive soundstage, perfect for critical listening and enjoying well-recorded music—think classical, jazz, or acoustic tracks. Just be aware you’ll need a decent headphone amp to truly unlock their potential.

Product Description

  • AKG K-701
  • High End Reference Headphones
  • Flat-wire technology: Brilliant highs and rich bass
  • Circumaural
  • Open
  • Dynamic
  • Impedance: 62 Ohm
  • Sound pressure level: 105 dB
  • Frequency range: 10 - 39800 Hz
  • Max. input level: 200 mW
  • Stereo connector 6.3 mm
  • Cable length: 3 m
  • Weight with cable: 371 g
  • Weight without cable: 296 g
PROS
  • • Exceptional detail retrieval across the frequency spectrum
  • • Open-back design creates a wide, natural soundstage
  • • Lightweight aluminum voice coils offer clarity and speed
  • • Robust construction with durable headband and earcups
CONS
  • • Can be revealing of poorly mastered recordings
  • • Requires a powerful amplifier to achieve optimal volume
  • • Bass response lacks significant impact for bass-heavy genres
  • • Large earcups may cause discomfort for some users

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Key Features

Type Circumaural, Open, Dynamic
Driver Size 50 mm
Impedance 62 Ohm
Frequency Range 10 - 39800 Hz
Sensitivity 105 dB
Cable 3 m, 6.3 mm Stereo Connector
Weight 371 g (with cable)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The lightweight design helps, but the clamping force can become noticeable after extended use, especially if you wear glasses.
The K-701's open-back design provides a far wider soundstage and more natural imaging, but lacks the isolation of a closed-back model.
Probably not; their 62-ohm impedance needs a dedicated headphone amplifier to deliver sufficient volume and headroom for optimal performance.

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