[tdockweiler]

BTW I think the docked Ipod Touch 2G is a poor match for the K400. I don't know why, but that thing sounds much too "cold and analytical".
I often use it in my bedroom, but I prefer the Schiit Modi. The Schiit Magni + docked Ipod Touch 2G is unbearably bad IMO.
 
Apparently the Ipod Touch 2G measures very well but I prefer how the old Wolfson Ipod Classic 3G sounds. Has the same opamps as the Cowon Iaudio 7.
 
I bet a Fiio E17 would be nice for the K400. I need to try that as a DAC.
 
So far I've went from HRT MSII > ODAC > Modi.
 
MSII added warmth to everything. Not too much, but more than most of the Wolfson DACs did. Some people might like that.

 

[tdogzthmn]

My source is an iMac playing AIFF files via my Halide DAC HD into my Bottlehead SEX 2.1.  I think its a great combo and the SEX amp powers the K400 or any other lower impedance headphone with ease.  The K400 is definitely a colored headphone so I would not call it neutral like the K500 or K240DF which are great examples of neutrality.  I will say the K400 is very natural and organic sounding with its powerful mids being the highlight of its sound signature. 
 
I dont expect the K400 to win for critical listening where I'm trying to pick out all the bits and pieces of a recording which is where the K240DF is excellent but when I want to sit back relax and let the music move me I'll grab my K400.  
 
More recently I have been looking into the K612 which I'm hoping will maintain the good characteristics of the K400 but have better resolution and speed.

 

[tdogzthmn]

Now is the time to strike if anyone is looking for one on sale!
 
http://www.ebay.de/itm/AKG-K-400-Kopfhorer-/300925872446?pt=Kopfhörer&hash=item461094693e

 

[DMax99]

Does anyone know where I can buy a replacement k400 earpads?

Any other model earpads would fit the k400? Would k500, k601 and k702 earpads all fit on it?

THANKS!!

 

[mrAdrian]

They would all fit. You can also cut off the plastic frame of the old earpads and fit things like hifiman or better earpads

 

[MDR30]

This is an forever amazing headphone. Got a few, and similar AKGs. This is my latest experience:

http://www.head-fi.org/t/389381/review-audiotailor-jade-vacuum-tube-headphone-amplifier/885#post_9582898

Stefan

 

[DMax99]

This is an forever amazing headphone. Got a few, and similar AKGs. This is my latest experience:

http://www.head-fi.org/t/389381/review-audiotailor-jade-vacuum-tube-headphone-amplifier/885#post_9582898

Stefan

Yeah, I've listened to my friend's k401, it sounded amazing, the mids are so smooth!

I can't wait to listen to my k400 once that same friend has repaired the cables on it

My next target is either the k601 or k612. I think they will sound awesome too!

 

[MDR30]

Just got this late K400 from Germany (the leather headband version) and listened to the Boulez NYPO Ionisation & Ameriques recordings and I haven't heard sound stage of this beauty as far a I can remember. Clean tube stages all through: Guanzo Matisse preamp, Audiotailor Jade headphone amp. 6N3P, 7021 and 6AS7G.

What dynamics!

 

[DMax99]

Just got this late K400 from Germany (the leather headband version) and listened to the Boulez NYPO Ionisation & Ameriques recordings and I haven't heard sound stage of this beauty as far a I can remember. Clean tube stages all through: Guanzo Matisse preamp, Audiotailor Jade headphone amp. 6N3P, 7021 and 6AS7G.

What dynamics!

Just curious where you got the k400 from?

 

[MDR30]

ebay.de
 
They appear regularly. This was the leather headband version with the late plug, black plastic/gold (early all metal plug). There are also three or four different drivers, this one sounds the best to me.
 

 

[DMax99]

ebay.de

They appear regularly. This was the leather headband version with the late plug, black plastic/gold (early all metal plug). There are also three or four different drivers, this one sounds the best to me.

They look pretty good. I'll post a picture of mine with the new cable my friend fixed for me when I get it back from him

 

[tdogzthmn]

I'd be interested in comparing my early production version to the later version with the leather headband.

 

[Tiemen]

Quote:

I'd be interested in comparing my early production version to the later version with the leather headband.

 
From what I remember, the early production had a sharper, more lively and upbeat tone. Tighter bass as well. Better PRaT than the one with the leather headband.

 

[DMax99]

From what I remember, the early production had a sharper, more lively and upbeat tone. Tighter bass as well. Better PRaT than the one with the leather headband.

How do you check whether it's easy early version or not?

 

[Tiemen]

Quote:

How do you check whether it's easy early version or not?

 
Early production: headband not leather, all golden color plug, thinner cable
 
Later production: leather headband, part of the plug is black, thicker cable, drivers looks different as well.
 
I'm sure somewhere in this thread are pictures and more description of the differences.