Which headphone sounds like the Adam A7?

[moonboy403]

As I'm looking into the Adam A7, I would like to know which headphone sounds like the Adam A7? Perhaps the AKG K1000 which I adore?
 
Thanks.

 

[Acix]

The K-702 and the Stax 4070 sounds like the Adam A7, and both are studio monitor hps.

 

[loopfreak]

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The K-702 and the Stax 4070 sounds like the Adam A7, and both are studio monitor hps.

 
 

Compared them (akg k702)  in my friends studio and they sound very close (sonically) to A7, thats why I bought them .....

 

[moonboy403]

How does the K701/K702 compare to the A7 beside their similarity in sound signature? 

 

[runswithaliens]

The descriptions I have read about the Adam monitors often mention the life-like reproduction of vocals attributed to their unique tweeter design. That is the same impression I get when listening to the Fostex T50RP monitors which also use different technology for sound reproduction.
http://www.fostexinternational.com/docs/music_products/rp_series.shtml
 

 

[loopfreak]

Comparing speakers vs phones is very tough job. Akg has that edge in details , but A7 has unbelievable positioning which was so real. Akg k702 was powered from ff800 and thats not the best amplification for k702 . Acix use them with phonitor so he would be a better judge .....

 

[Acix]

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How does the K701/K702 compare to the A7 beside their similarity in sound signature? 

If the sound signature answer not satisfied you, just ask specific questions.

 

[audiofil]

I own both K701 and Adam A7 for many years ( 4+ ) and can definitely attest their similarities.

 

[Acix]

Moonboy, if you adore the K-1000, maybe you would like the http://www.magnepan.com/model_MC1 and you can add sub and drive them with tubes.

For the big Magnepan set you'll need a big room.

 

[moonboy403]

I just went to guitar center to audition the A7 and I must admit, the A7 is very impressive although a bit tipped up toward treble. It has very precise imaging and a very open soundstage. The vocal is crystal clear with plenty of sparkles on its treble. Bass extension could be better but that would be asking too much out of those small drivers. Overall, I felt like I was listening to my K1000 with a much more intimate and lifelike soundstage.
 
Just for fun, I then auditioned the Mackie MR5 which has been praised everywhere. Upon first listen, the wide open sound and imaging were gone. There wasn't much depth to the MR5's soundstage even though it was spaced much further apart than the A7. The vocals are rich but sound veiled in contrast to the A7. Bass sounds like it's coming from a box. But what the heck, what do you expect from the MR5 which costs $179 per speaker in comparison to the A7 which costs $500 per speaker.
 

 

[Acix]

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Comparing speakers vs phones is very tough job. Akg has that edge in details , but A7 has unbelievable positioning which was so real. Akg k702 was powered from ff800 and thats not the best amplification for k702 . Acix use them with phonitor so he would be a better judge .....

I do love the Phonitor, but I don't own one. I have an Apogee miniDAC balanced to the A7. The Apogee has a good hp amp, but not as good as the Phonitor.

 

[Acix]

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I just went to guitar center to audition the A7 and I must admit, the A7 is very impressive although a bit tipped up toward treble. It has very precise imaging and a very open soundstage. The vocal is crystal clear with plenty of sparkles on its treble. Bass extension could be better but that would be asking too much out of those small drivers. Overall, I felt like I was listening to my K1000 with a much more intimate and lifelike soundstage.
 
Just for fun, I then auditioned the Mackie MR5 which has been praised everywhere. Upon first listen, the wide open sound and imaging were gone. There wasn't much depth to the MR5's soundstage even though it was spaced much further apart than the A7. The vocals are rich but sound veiled in contrast to the A7. Bass sounds like it's coming from a box. But what the heck, what do you expect from the MR5 which costs $179 per speaker in comparison to the A7 which costs $500 per speaker.
 

 
 
The A7 is considered to be a nearfield monitor speaker. The sound really depends on the size, structure and acoustics of the room. If it's not enough, you can always add the Adam sub. If I had a bigger room, I'd go for the S3A, but unfortunately they are too big for my room and they're considered to be midfield monitors.
 
The best way to check the A7 is to take them home and listen to them.
 

 

[moonboy403]

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The A7 is considered to be a nearfield monitor speaker. The sound really depends on the size, structure and acoustics of the room. If it's not enough, you can always add the Adam sub. If I had a bigger room, I'd go for the S3A, but unfortunately they are too big for my room and they're considered to be midfield monitors.
 
The best way to check the A7 is to take them home and listen to them.
 

 
I already snatched one off Audiogon last night! 

 

 

[Acix]

 
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I already snatched one off Audiogon last night!