Headphones, Loudness and noise - AKG K701

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2016/05/25 18:48:01 (permalink)

Headphones, Loudness and noise - AKG K701

i had been using AT M50x cans for a while.
 
nice.
 
but wanted something a bit more neutral.
 
got the AKG K701s.
 
then, i needed a headphone amp.
 
enter the Schiit Asgard 2.
 
then i was getting crazy digital noise (ground loop).
 
enter the Art DTI.
 
took some time, but this set up is GLOOORIOUS!
 
each step of the way with these headphones, i did lots of digging.
seems to be a common scenario.
 
just wanted to share a solution.
 
shhh QUIET!
 

 
 
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    Re: Headphones, Loudness and noise - AKG K701 2016/05/26 10:51:53 (permalink)
    No doubt those were a significant step up from the ATH-M50s. I'm a fan of open-back cans for their truer frequency response, even if they're not suitable for all tasks. Hopefully you saved the Audio Technicas for tracking.
     
    Q: why did you feel the need for a headphone amplifier? 


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    Re: Headphones, Loudness and noise - AKG K701 2016/05/26 11:32:29 (permalink)
    bitflipper
     
    Q: why did you feel the need for a headphone amplifier? 




     
    I wasn't getting the loudness using the Scarlett 18i8 headphone output.
     
    common occurrence i found out AFTER buying the AKGs.
     
    plenty loud now.
     
    i've read many complaints about the lack of bass. but with this headphone amp, YOW!
    very nice.
     
    here's the amp:
     

     
    it's a Schiit.
     
    http://schiit.com/products/asgard-2
     
     
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    Re: Headphones, Loudness and noise - AKG K701 2016/05/26 11:38:12 (permalink)
    oh, i did not save the ATs.
     
    guitar center return.
     
    after listening to these AKGs, i had a hard time using the ATs - uncomfortable listening.
     
    i don't do much microphone tracking. but i will eventually.
     
    for now, the K701s will do juuust fine.
     
     
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    Re: Headphones, Loudness and noise - AKG K701 2016/05/26 14:31:14 (permalink)
    I'd be inclined to purchase from that company, just because of their marketing text:
     
    Try Asgard 2 in your own house for 15 days. If you don’t like it, simply send it back for a refund, minus a 5% transaction fee. Try spending 15 days in an audio store. They’ll kick you out. Unless you buy them donuts. Maybe.



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    Re: Headphones, Loudness and noise - AKG K701 2016/05/27 07:17:32 (permalink)
    Yeah the rest of the site is funny too.  The name of their budget DAC (portable USB for travel) is Fulla!
     
    Fulla Schitt!!
     
    These guys do have a sense of humor, but the companies they come from are high end audiophile type...

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