[Angelic]

Hi all, just received my brand new AKG k701 - number 1596
Amazing! Additionaly, compared with my old Sony CD 380, now I just noticed what true audio experience means.

Can someone advice me, how many hours they need to burn - in to achieve their full potential?

 

[JahJahBinks]

Hi, I received mine last night. I decide to burn them in for 150-250 hours.

 

[Angelic]

What should I expect after, lets say, 50 and 100 hours?
At this moment, only 1 hour of listening, they sound perfect for me.

Btw, the price I paid for mine, is 306 USD. Is it normal price or I can get them cheaper?

Best regards,

Angelic

 

[JahJahBinks]

The cheapest I heard was like 285, of course that's only during pre-order period. As for what changes will occur during burn-in, it is hard to say exactly, but you can do a search here and come up with your conclusion from what people posted. And always remember your mileage may vary.

 

[Jeff E]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Angelic What should I expect after, lets say, 50 and 100 hours? At this moment, only 1 hour of listening, they sound perfect for me. Btw, the price I paid for mine, is 306 USD. Is it normal price or I can get them cheaper? Best regards, Angelic

Prices have risen. I've contacted the usual head-fi sources and, as of Friday, three quotes were $319, although one offered a $10 discount for a first online order. So, you did well.

 

[stefancolson]

Where/when did you guys order? I've got an order in at earphonesolutions, but I'm still waiting for them to get stock. Are they in stock anywhere and I just don't know about it?

 

[Iostream]

I was waiting for an order from earphonesolutions as well, but cancelled it when I found STO had them in stock. Though I would expect everyone else will get them this week or so. FWIW earphonesolutions was $10 cheaper.

 

[Angelic]

I bought mine from www.topman.ru, Russian internet store. Delivery was free of charge, but only at Russia