[Kataklystik]

Does AKG itself recommend any headphone amplifier and if they do which would it be?

 

[jdimitri]

Nup..

How much are you looking to spend?

 

[Kataklystik]

I was thinking about buying a Darkvoice 332 because I heard that it is a good combination but I was just curious if AKG would recommend anything.
So I think I'll order the Darkvoice now.

 

[XENOPHOS]

You also see the heed canamp reccomended alot for them, or used to at least.

 

[porschemad911]

My Graham Slee Solo works very nicely with them.

 

[dw6928]

My Heed and 701 have been together since both were introduced and I have never considered changing either. I cannot say that for all of the other changes in my audio gear I have made!

 

[ephrank]

I'm considering RSA HR-2 or XP-7 for my K 701. I'm a n00b so I think I would stick to solid state amps (less maintenance). Which one is more suitable for K 701?

 

[pataburd]

I run the K701 w/the Darkvoice 336i and the Bada PH-12. Both amps pair very well with the K701, but IMHO the Bada gets a lot more out of the AKG. Therefore, I heartily endorse the Bada PH-12. : )

 

[spacemanspliff]

332 would be an excellent choice. Damn good amp for AKG and Beyer.

 

[twsmith]

I love the sound of my HeadAmp GS-1 with the AKG701s. I'm feeding it with the output from a Benchmark DAC1-USB, and the combination is exquisite (to my ears, at least). Opinions on amps do vary, as expected, and I've seen folks on this forum who do not share my opinion about the GS-1 -- most comments being that the GS-1 may be too dry and "transparent" for the 701s, which some say need to be "warmed up" a bit. I don't share that opinion. I do feel that the 701s are somewhat fussy with regard to amp synergy, and though my experience is limited, I have also used the 701s with the DAC1-USB's own headamp as well as a HeadRoom "Maxed-out" Desktop, neither of which sound nearly as good as the GS-1.

 

[epaludo]

I love how the K701 sounds amped by the Mapletree Audio Design Ear+ Purist HD2 ...

 

[covame]

This is the second time that I buy the K701. First time I used the HR-2 and after 300 hrs I was not convinced, so I returned them to the store. IMO the HR-2 is very special with cans like HD595, SR225 or DT990; But not with the K701.
Second time: I was convinced since I plugged them to the amplifier, the headphones sang; the bass and the dynamics that I thought the HP lack are present and very enjoyable. This time I’m using the SP Extreme with an ECC88 as driver and a pair of 5998’s as output tubes. Based on my experience I can only conclude that the amplifier is crucial if you want the K701 to sing.

 

[Kataklystik]

Does anyone know if it is hard to change the 332's tubes?
I heard there are tubes far better than the stock tubes and also tubes that offer different sounds so I think a tube amp is good for me because I'm a noob (this is going to be my first "real" pair of headphones+amp) and I have yet to find "my" specific sound.
I tested the AKG's and I think they are transparent, IMO all the frequencies are equal (I think you head-fiers call this a flat EQ?) and I like the sound because they are still very powerful sounding when it comes to rock etc.
I think this is a good pair of headphones for the beginning to experiment a bit with tubes and other equipment (DAC's etc).

 

[Kataklystik]

how much is the CIAudio VHP-2 ?

 

[brokensound]

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Originally Posted by Kataklystik /img/forum/go_quote.gif Does anyone know if it is hard to change the 332's tubes? (DAC's etc).

Super easy. Turn off your amp. Let any residual power drain and the tubes cool. Then toss on some latex gloves or whatever gloves you want and pull/jiggle those suckers out and put in a new one. You don't actually need gloves, but it improves tube life if you avoid getting the oils on your hand on them.