[Dragoon47]

 
Can anyone please tell me if there is a difference between AKG 701 and the AKG Q 701?
 
Just about to order from Amazon and there is a $22 between them? Which ones do I buy?
 
I am going to pair them with Schiit Valhalla and Bifrost
 
Cheers

 

[chicolom]

Apart from the cosmetic differences, they're structure is almost identical.
 
I've only heard the Qs.  Very few have heard both, but those that do usually report some slight differences in sound. 
 
You can read this:
http://www.head-fi.org/t/582276/q701-appreciation-thread
 
 

 

[Dragoon47]

Thank you for the reply and link, much appreciated

 

[NinjaSquirt]

Q701s supposedly have more bass. Stay away from the Valhalla with the AKG K70x series. Yes, it's a good amp, I had it along with the AKG K702, not great synergy, it doesn't bring out any of the good traits of the AKG nor does it fill out the negative traits (weak bass) weak bass is not necessarily a bad trait but the Valhalla is really designed for high impedance headphones.

 

[Dragoon47]

Thank you, what amp would you suggest? I have read that the Vahalla is a good match for them?

 

[tdockweiler]

I'd check into the Matrix M-Stage for them. Haven't heard it though, but it's supposed to be a good match for it.
 
I love my Headroom Micro Amp for it. Seems like a near perfect match for the K701/Q701.
 
What's considered the best Schiit amp for the q701? Please don't say the Asgard

 
 

 

[NinjaSquirt]

The Valhalla does well with Beyers (DT880/990) and some Senns (HD650, never heard this combo but I imagine it'd be too warm for my taste). What's your budget? The Burson HA-160 has a GREAT reputation with the AKG K701/2s (my personal opinion is to not touch the Q701s), K702s with the replaceable cable is cheaper and better than the two. Looks better too (I like black). It will bring out a better bass in the headphones and give them a more full bodied presentation in general while not destroying what the AKGs do best, treble and sound stage. Keep in mind though, they will never be super bassy headphones.

 

[tdockweiler]

BTW there isn't a huge difference between the two. all I can say is that the K702, K701 drives my ears bonkers and the q701 doesn't.
Good enough for me...
 
Even if the Q701 was $50 more, it'd be worth it. It's best to keep looking at Amazon Warehouse deals to try and snag one for under $225. Got mine for $225 and it's a steal!!
just a big dent in the AKG box but not even opened despite it listed as "like new".

 

[chicolom]

Quote:

 
 
The Burson HA-160 has a GREAT reputation with the AKG K701/2s (my personal opinion is to not touch the Q701s), K702s with the replaceable cable is cheaper and better than the two. Looks better too (I like black).

 
Any particular reason you don't want to touch the Q701s?  K702s are dark blue and grey, Q701s are black

 

 

[HaVoC-28]

 
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The Valhalla does well with Beyers (DT880/990) and some Senns (HD650, never heard this combo but I imagine it'd be too warm for my taste). What's your budget? The Burson HA-160 has a GREAT reputation with the AKG K701/2s (my personal opinion is to not touch the Q701s), K702s with the replaceable cable is cheaper and better than the two. Looks better too (I like black). It will bring out a better bass in the headphones and give them a more full bodied presentation in general while not destroying what the AKGs do best, treble and sound stage. Keep in mind though, they will never be super bassy headphones.

Hum i though that best from Q/ K70X was 1) upers mids 2) mids in general 3 ) highs etc (owning a K702) .Soudstage is great yeah , i don't like my K702 with tube amps too .