I am a bit excited, my Q701's arrive later today!  I won't be receiving the sound card to drive them till monday which is kind of a bummer.   It did make me contemplate how I was intending to store them.  I spent some time checking out the DIY headphone stand thread but I found myself wondering...

Thanks for the info, I will definitely grab those drivers.

I ordered the Q701's today.  I also decided to order an Asus Xonar DGX 5.1 sound card.  I am hoping the Xonar's built in amp can drive the Q701's.  I figured that I could add a different amp to the mix after the fact if it doesn't work out.

I am an audio newb getting ready to order some AKG Q701 headphones.  I intend to use them for gaming and also for watching movies and TV all via the computer.   I am trying to get my computer up to snuff so it can take advantage of them.  I am interested in virtual surround sound particularly...

I have started to zero in a bit and could use some advice about the AKG Q701 and the Beyerdynamic DT990 pro's.   I am very interested in the comfort level of both headphones particularly over long listening sessions.  I am aiming for 6-8hrs a day so the comfort really factors in.  I know the...

I have started research my first set of headphones and have slid down the rabbit hole a bit.  I could definitely use some suggestions or pointers about what direction might fit best for my needs.   The appropriate budget is something I am having trouble with as well.  I do not listen to much...