Riku540
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AKG's are, despite the reasonably low impedance, not efficient cans at all. You will need a lot more than a portable amp to cut it.
Thankfully, the FiiO E9 is only $129 and is a monstrous powerhouse. They will drive the K701/2's like nothing. If you plat to use your PC at all as a source, get it with the FiiO E7 as it combines with the E9 for a DAC and will provide superior audio decoding. Buying them together @ Micca brings the price down to $200 for both; saving you $29.
There is not a single amp/DAC combo that will outperform the FiiO E7/E9 for cheaper.
Thankfully, the FiiO E9 is only $129 and is a monstrous powerhouse. They will drive the K701/2's like nothing. If you plat to use your PC at all as a source, get it with the FiiO E7 as it combines with the E9 for a DAC and will provide superior audio decoding. Buying them together @ Micca brings the price down to $200 for both; saving you $29.
There is not a single amp/DAC combo that will outperform the FiiO E7/E9 for cheaper.