Hey all, I'm new here and I have to start with a big question. After hours and hours of review watching and testing and review reading, I've decided to buy the AKG Q701 headphones. I have a home studio and I'm sure these are great headphones for studio use and monitoring and such, but I'd also...

Hello all, I've been reading throughout the forums for a while now, but this is my first post.  I've searched through so many reviews of different headphones, and this morning I finally picked up a pair of Sennheiser HD 598's for a bargain price of $146 after tax.  Wasn't my first choice... in...

Okay, so I just picked up a whole lot of headphones to test.  I purchased the AKG Q701, Fidelio X1, Sennhesier HD650, and finally the Hifiman HE-400 (which I'll receive on Monday).   I've tested all 3 that I currently have on me now, and to me, I much prefer the Q701's huge open sound...

Hello HF community. I have been researching a lot and the headphones mentioned in the title are what I have narrowed down my list to, however I have been going crazy trying to make the best, informed decision as I have no way to audition them.   I am a professional musician, I play (and...

Howdy Everyone,   I've just bought some AKG Q701's on a bit of an impulse. Didn't realise quite how hard they are to drive, doh!   After purchase I listened to some AKG K551's (hopefully similar to the Q701's in terms of being hard to drive (?)) via an Audioquest M-DAC on Saturday and it...

Hey there. I'm currently looking for some new headphones to replace my M50's. While I love my M50's for music, I would appreciate something a bit more well rounded, and I definitely need a wider soundstage. So far I have narrowed it down to the DT 990 Pro and the Q701 for the best overall...

Hello I'm going to buy a new pair of headphones. Currently I have Sennheiser PC360 but I want to upgrade.   The headphones will be connected to my Asus Xonar Essence  ST which has a headphone amp build-in.   I listen to Hip Hop, Dubstep and Trance.  Also a little bit of pop/rock.  ...

I've decided that it's about time I upgrade my portable audio setup and make it a much better listening experience since this is where most of my listening takes place. I would appreciate it if somebody could recommend me a headphone with good bass and treble extension that would provide...

Hi! I currently have a HD650 plugged to a Xonar STX. I am thinking of selling these and going for Q701.   I mostly listen to Electronica/EDM/Trance some pop and a few classicals depending on mood.   I also use these cans for gaming(not competitive) and using the dolby settings of the...

I am looking for a high quality headset or pair of headphones + mic and possibly external amp + dac that reach "audiophile" level. I would like to stay under $500 for the setup, if possible. This will be used for gaming on my Xbox and PC plus music and movies on my PC.  As far as taste goes, I...

I've recently got my downstairs system set up with the Mad Dog headphones and Schiit Magni amp running out of my Squeezebox classic. I'm really enjoying the sound of this set up and want to duplicate it as much as possible up in the office while using the computer. I blew a lot of my "fun" money...

Im new to the audiophile scene and was looking to buy some AKG Q701s and I am going to but at BestBuy because I have store credit. I noticed there is 2 different versions of the...

Falling shelf scared my dog who was laying on the wire of my Shure SRH840s which in turn broke them in half at the headband. I don't necessarily care if my new cans are open or closed. I'd prefer to stay under 250 or 200 USD but I'm willing to go up to 300 USD. Currently I'm considering the AKG...

Gentlemen! I've been reading the forums for months regarding amps, dacs, k702/q701, and k550s. I have this illogical devotion to AKG, due to my previous AKG headphones, and have trouble deciding between two different type of headphones. I recently received a cash bonus from work so I have the...

I've been looking for headphones lately I would like some nice quality headphones that are good all around and my head is medium to big i guess but anyways i want them in the price range of 100$ to 250$ so if anyone has any suggestions please list them, thanks

Hey guys, Ill make it short because some people just TL;DR. So, right now I have the HD598. Its a very nice set of cans, I love it in every way but sometimes I feel they just dont push it far enough. The bass needs more oomph, the mids are perfect, and the higher end sometimes feels a bit to...

Hey im thinking about buying my first set of dac/amp and was wondering which would be a better choice for my 200 bucks. The fiio e9k/e7k? Or schiit magni/midi. My headphones are the q701. Or would you recommend something else.

AKG Q701 or the Sennheiser HD 598 that is what I have been debating lately. I have a lot of experience with HI FI grade headphones, I own a pair of Bose In ear headphones right now and its time to upgrade to over the ear. I will be using the headphones for my home set up. will be running a...

Hi,   I have $300 budget for the DAC/AMP pairing with Q701. The gear should also has a RCA input to work as an amp alone. Used are acceptable.   M-stage? Compass? These are two gears I found.    It seems M-stage is getting quite a fame. How does Compass(old version, cannot afford the...

I want to get a pair of surround sound headphones for PC gameing. I have looked into the Astro A40's but I'm not convinced of the price. I heard that parting the AD700's with an Astro Mixamp will make a great pair of Surround sound headphones. Is this true and are they good for gameing?  I have...

Alright so I'm posting this tread since I could not find the answer for what I was looking for. I just came from this thread, http://www.head-fi.org/t/619093/asus-u3-usb-sound-card-amp-for-audio-technica-ath-ad700 and It did a good job on somewhat answering my question but not really.   So...

Hey guys, I've been a longtime observer, first time poster. I currently have a Audioengine D1 and a pair of their A2's for my office. I wanted to get some good cans so I can listen to stuff at a more moderate volume without bothering my neighbors at work. I have a $500 Credit at guitar...

I have Focusrite Scarlet 8i6 soundcard. Btw recently I bought AKG quincy jones q701 headphones. But my soundcard did not drive my headphones well. Then I just bought a headphone amp. Now I am going to wire my own cables for between soundcard (2 x 1/4" mono) and headphones amp (2 x Rca mono)...

I have been searching through threads and through review sites for several hours and find myself going in circles on what headphones I should be looking at buying. I have never spent more than $20 on a pair of headphones before and I am willing to put down $100-$300 for a nice pair. I have been...

Hey guys, I've been a longtime observer, first time poster. I currently have a Audioengine D1 and a pair of their A2's for my office. I wanted to get some good cans so I can listen to stuff at a more moderate volume without bothering my neighbors at work. I have a $500 Credit at guitar center...