Audio Technica ATH-PRO700 Same as Denon DN-HP1000?

[DJ_Quaaludes]

Hey gang,

Been looking to replace my Sony MDR-V700s that broke (the usual case) recently. Was looking at the Pio HDJ-1000 and it seems they are also plagued by breakage issues. Then was considering the Technics RPDH1200s, but heard the people were disappointed with the sound quality not to mention that they are heavy as hell. Finally it looks like I've settled on the Denon DN-HP1000s, but cannot seem to distinguish them from the AT ATH-PRO700s.

Anyone know if these are the same thing? My guess is that Denon probably sourced their version through Audio Technica.

 

[DJ_Quaaludes]

Ok just did a bit more research, and I am 100% convinced they are the same. Unfortunately I also cropped up a couple of reviews that claimed they suffer the same design flaw as the Sony MDR-V700 and the Pio HDJ-1000. Ugh, looks like if I want a set of good looking sturdy cans its going to be the Technics. Better get my neck muscles ready for the 4.5 pound weight though.

 

[facelvega]

I think you can find a better compromise between durability and sound than the headphones you mention here. Have you perhaps considered a Beyer, or maybe an AKG studio headphone? Or does it have to be one of these "DJ" headphones with the big hollow plastic hinges?

 

[DJ_Quaaludes]

Well I am open to more suggestions, and no it does not have to be limited to the headphones I listed. But I will be doing some DJ work with them, so durability and a swivel-cup design are a must.

It seems from what I read that the Technics are near indestructible, but that they have poor sound quality. I want something that has better sound then my MDR-V700's had, while hopefully having more durability as well. My budget is $100-$150 range.

Then again, I did make the MDR-V700's last over 3 years (most people claim they break within 1), so maybe I can deal with a flawed design.

 

[Superpredator]

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJ_Quaaludes /img/forum/go_quote.gif Ok just did a bit more research, and I am 100% convinced they are the same.

What information led you to this conclusion? Curious here.

 

[DJ_Quaaludes]

Take a look at their design and stats

Both have 5-33000 Hz frequency
Both have 36 Ohm Impedance
Both have 53 mm drivers
Both weigh 320 grams
Both have 3500 mW power handling

etc, etc.

 

[Superpredator]

TY. This new Denon line is very suspicious.

 

[Carl]

The Ultrasone range have swivel-cups, so they're worth considering. Sound quality is quite superior to the PRO700.

 

[DJ_Quaaludes]

Thanks for the suggestion, In the end I wound up getting the Ultrasone DJ1's. A little pricier then I was looking to spend, but the 2 year warranty helped me justify the extra cost. Not to mention people seem to have taken a liking to them.

 

[facelvega]

Sounds good to me. Hopefully a happy ending. Let us know how you like them, DJQ.