Quote:
Originally Posted by
Mad Lust Envy 
They both have similar forward mids, but due to the closer, more intimate soundstage, I say the HD650 wins. However, they really are about the same in forwardness of the mids, just that the Annie has a larger virtual space, so the mids dont come off as sultry. Its not a question of which is better, but which is more preferable. I do find the Annie's mids to be more integrated, while the HD650 enhances it in special, HD650 way.
I am mostly in agreement here and glad that some of my observations are similar to others. In terms of overall impression, I feel like K702-65 compares more closely to the HD650 than the Q701 because to me, the annies seems to have smoothed out that 2K spike that's evident in the K702/Q series. Personally, I prefer a mild 2K bump. What is everyone's thought on the high end of the annies?? Do you think the 2k bump is still there? I can't scientifically measure it other than hearing subtle differences in vocals.
