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Simurgh

Simurgh

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AKG K 550

AKG K 550

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Pros: Very balanced monitor style. Great with classical music. Great construction
Cons: Bass could use more body. Bulky and sometimes sweaty.
Bought these bad boys on sale from Harman Audio. Very clear and balanced sound for the price range, I have also had some good Grado SR80i headphones that I gave to my brother but the AKG K550 has very good sound with little leakage compared to open backs (good for office use). I love how Beethoven and Bonobo sound, these headphones have a very 'true to life' reproduction. So far I have found that I notice many details in tracks that I have not heard before! 
 
Perhaps not the absolute best audio in the world, but definitely one of the best values in the crowded sub 300$ space. If you can get them on sale, I would highly recommend them to any budget conscious audiophiles. 
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Dexter22
Dexter22
The last time I used the K551's in office, someone asked me where did I got that helmet from! But, the 551's if they sound same like the 550's were having a good body on midbass, compared to my current Beoplay H6's. What source do you use with it? 
Simurgh
Simurgh
Hi Dexter thanks for your comment. Yeah they are definitely big headphones. Currently I just use the Macbook pro sound output, but I have been interested in getting a DAC/AMP combo. Maybe when I get a bonus I can get a good one. Wishing you well.
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