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Old 04-22-2008, 06:01 AM   #7 (permalink)
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Actually - with regard to the subject of this thread - what is everyone's take on the 701's when amped? I've tried them at stores using my bithead - and been surprised. Tons of detail, clarity, soundstage, and super smooth...BUT

...the bottom end? I was hoping for some "bottom end punch..."
is it just my bithead, or maybe my source? Don't get me wrong - it's a very appealing sonic signature, and I like it, but maybe is there more there that I just didn't get to hear because of my setup?

Now, I've heard they're not the most Bass-heavy can, and I suppose the ARE supposed to be a reference phone...but It was like my 32 and 64 Hz on my EQ were turned way down...

is this maybe the notorious K701 break-in time coming into effect?

anyone want to shed some light on this?
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