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product_id: 1520937
title: "AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphone Level 1"
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# Flat-wire voice coil for ultra-precise sound High sensitivity & dynamic transient response Durable metal arches with premium build AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphone Level 1

**Brand:** akg
**Price:** ₪1012
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your audio game—hear what others miss, feel what others don’t.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphone Level 1 by akg
- **How much does it cost?** ₪1012 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- akg enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted akg brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Open-Back Design:** Immerse yourself in a spacious, natural soundstage that makes every track feel live and vibrant.
- • **Premium Metal Arches:** Engineered for durability without sacrificing all-day comfort—built to last your busiest workdays.
- • **High Impedance, Amplifier-Ready:** Unlock the full sonic potential with your favorite headphone amp—because your music deserves the best source.
- • **Revolutionary Flat-Wire Voice Coil:** Experience unmatched clarity and treble precision that reveals every musical detail.
- • **Extended 3-Meter Cable with Gold Connector:** Enjoy flexible, tangle-free movement and premium signal transfer for uninterrupted listening sessions.

## Overview

The AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphones deliver studio-grade sound with revolutionary flat-wire voice coils and a robust metal frame. Designed for professionals and audiophiles alike, these open-back headphones offer exceptional clarity, dynamic response, and comfort for long listening sessions. Ideal for use with amplifiers, they reveal every nuance in your music, making them a must-have for discerning listeners who demand precision and durability.

## Description

Akg Open Back Hdphone

Review: Very clearly defined sound, comfortable to wear, require an amplifier - Bought them for the sound quality, online without a chance to listen or compare. I used to have a set of AKG 101 30 years ago and remembered them for incredible definition mid and high rangen, but spongy bass. These headphones are way better than those earlier ones which were already great for the money. Incredibly clear mids, highs and dynamic response. Many people will look for more bass but it is very clean and also well defined. I bought a headphone amp without which you don't get the full quality of the headphones because of their high impedance. With these headphones you really start looking for your best recorded music to enjoy it (and you discover what's not been well recorded). They wear well for a long time (usually my ear suffer with headphones, but not these). I take care not to throw them around or put things on them. They have a 3 meter cable which is nice and long. Gold connector, nice. They adjust in size easily, at least for me, just put them on without ratcheting around.
Review: Finally, a worthy contender - I've been listening to my Grado Prestige Series SR325is Headphones for most of the year and have no complaints, other than the initial comfort factor. But I really wanted another mid-to-high end set to keep from moving the Grados from one room to another (I know, lazy, huh?). I almost went with the Sennheiser HD 650 Headphones , but I've already got a smaller pair of Sennheiser HD 238 Open Aire Stereo Headphones Optimized for iPod/iPhone/MP3/and Music Players and wanted to try the K701s because of the excellent reviews. On first listen, I wasn't impressed. The music didn't seem to have any depth to it, like it was all coming to you on a flat plane, if that makes any sense at all. I knew these headphones need some break-in time, so I kept listening. Mainly I plugged them into my home theater and played some Dead Space 2 on the PS3. Slowly but surely, they turned around, and now they're my go-to headphones (I still love you Grado, but you're going into a drawer for a little while). The detail and clarity is spectacular; the bass is just right (I don't find it at all lacking as some others have noted); comfort level is fantastic. My only complaint: I really liked the thick cord on the Grados and wish the cord on the AKGs felt as sturdy. That's more of a comparison than a complaint, though. As far as amplification goes, I don't know how these sound without it. I've only used them on a newer Pioneer 1120-K (late 2010) receiver and, in my bedroom, a Peachtree Audio Decco2, which is both a headphone amplifier and DAC in one (and a wonderful piece of equipment, I might add). I stream audio from MOG (supposedly 320 kpps, the highest rate available to my knowledge) to either an Apple TV MC572LL/A (NEWEST VERSION) or Apple Airport Express MB321LL/A [NEWEST VERSION ] and then into, respectively, the Pioneer receiver or the Decco2. Both have DACs, so I feel like I'm getting a good source going into a good output, and that truly makes these headphones shine. A quick word on DACs: I purchased a small portable DAC earlier this year and returned it. I could tell no difference in the sound. But the DAC in the Decco2 really fills the music out and makes it sound so rich and detailed. If you're going to invest good money into headphones, please consider the source going into them. I suspect if you simply plugged these headphones into your iPod with no amplification or conversion to analog, you might wonder why you spent so much money. But with the right equipment, you'll fall in love with your music all over again. And one last thing! If you're playing video games using a home theater system, i.e. you have a console hooked up to a receiver and surround sound speakers, these headphones are truly fantastic for gaming. I've mainly been playing Dead Space 2, and the detail and directional effects are amazing. I can't imagine any of the Ear Force or Astro headphones besting these AKGs. UPDATE JULY 2012: I've been back and forth between these cans and my Grados for the past few months, with most of my listening through Grado. But I m sitting here now listening to Scissor Sister's new album on my AKGs, and I often forget how great these sound, so detailed and full and lush. They're more impressive now than when I first purchased them. Highly recommended. If I had to chose between the AKG and the Grado 325, I'd probably still go with Grado, just because the build is so sturdy and they're Made in America. But there is nothing wrong with the AKG at all. Excellent stuff all around!

## Features

- Revolutionary flat-wire voice
- Extremely accurate and detailed sound with excellent transient response
- Built to last with premium components and unbreakable metal arches without compromising on comfort
- Revolutionary flat-wire voice coil provides higher sensitivity with improved impulse and treble response

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000EBBJ6Y |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #12,248 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #51 in Recording Headphone Audio Monitors #1,051 in Over-Ear Headphones |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Carrying Case Color | White |
| Carrying Case Material | Metal |
| Color Name | White |
| Compatible Devices | A wide range of devices with 3.5 mm or 6.3 mm ports |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Controller Type | Wired controller |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,634) |
| Date First Available | December 19, 2005 |
| Earpiece Shape | Around the ear |
| Generation | 1 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 09002761018806 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Included Components | Cable |
| Input Device Interface | Audio jack |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 8.2 ounces |
| Item model number | K701 |
| Manufacturer | AKG |
| Material | Revolutionary |
| Material Type | Revolutionary |
| Model Name | K701 |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 4.45 x 7.83 x 8.35 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Recording |
| Series Number | 700 |
| Special Feature | Full-Leather headband |
| Specific Uses For Product | Recording |
| Style | Open-Back, Circumaural |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | No |
| Units | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wattage | 40 watts |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AKG
- **Color:** White
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 62 Ohms

## Images

![AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphone Level 1 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81B1QbfPS2L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are they still made in Austria?**
A: In March 2014 AKG informed me that *all* AKG headphones are now being designed in Austria and assembled in China. The AKG "Professional Headphones" web page identifies only the K712 and K812 as still "Made in Austria". So it appears the AKG K701s "Made in Austria" will gradually disappear as the remaining stock gets depleted.

**Q: Are these headphones made in Austria or in China? Please confirm which one it is please?**
A: In March 2014 AKG informed me that *all* AKG headphones are now being designed in Austria and assembled in China. The AKG "Professional Headphones" web page identifies only the K712 and K812 as still "Made in Austria". So it appears the AKG K701s "Made in Austria" will gradually disappear as the remaining stock gets depleted.

**Q: What are the differences between the K701s and the Q701s? Thanks!**
A: The Q701 and K701 do not have the same frequency response curve. The Q701 is intended for AKG's consumer market. It is found on AKG's "Lifestyle" web site. It's frequency response is not flat and neutral. Rather, it has a +5dB boost between 50Hz and 400Hz, a -4dB dip between 3kHz and 5 kHz, and a +3db boost between 6kHz and 8kHz (the "smile" frequency curve typical of consumer grade headphones). These would give a pleasing consumer listening experience, but would not be good for professional studio monitoring/mixing/mastering.The K701/K702 is aimed at AKG's studio market. It is found on AKG's "Professional Audio Solutions" web site, which states: "The K702's are reference, open, over-ear studio headphones for precision listening, mixing and mastering". The K701/K702, are flat and neutral analytical reference headphones with a frequency response of  30Hz-10kHz +/- 3dB. The full audio bandwith is 10Hz to 39.8kHz. Their purpose is to give musicians, producers and audio engineers the tool they need for the monitoring/mixing/mastering accuracy necessary to create the highest quality artistic decisions about the musical performance. They are also excellent for the discerning listener interested in hearing music as it actually sounded when created in the studio or concert hall.

**Q: I just want to listen from my iPhone, is this possible?**
A: I use them with a late 2016 6s and they sound just fine, but they will not be as loud as the apple headphones that came with the phone. Note that the cable is a whopping 9ft/3m.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very clearly defined sound, comfortable to wear, require an amplifier
*by B***E on February 17, 2026*

Bought them for the sound quality, online without a chance to listen or compare. I used to have a set of AKG 101 30 years ago and remembered them for incredible definition mid and high rangen, but spongy bass. These headphones are way better than those earlier ones which were already great for the money. Incredibly clear mids, highs and dynamic response. Many people will look for more bass but it is very clean and also well defined. I bought a headphone amp without which you don't get the full quality of the headphones because of their high impedance. With these headphones you really start looking for your best recorded music to enjoy it (and you discover what's not been well recorded). They wear well for a long time (usually my ear suffer with headphones, but not these). I take care not to throw them around or put things on them. They have a 3 meter cable which is nice and long. Gold connector, nice. They adjust in size easily, at least for me, just put them on without ratcheting around.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Finally, a worthy contender
*by S***1 on January 1, 2012*

I've been listening to my Grado Prestige Series SR325is Headphones for most of the year and have no complaints, other than the initial comfort factor. But I really wanted another mid-to-high end set to keep from moving the Grados from one room to another (I know, lazy, huh?). I almost went with the Sennheiser HD 650 Headphones , but I've already got a smaller pair of Sennheiser HD 238 Open Aire Stereo Headphones Optimized for iPod/iPhone/MP3/and Music Players and wanted to try the K701s because of the excellent reviews. On first listen, I wasn't impressed. The music didn't seem to have any depth to it, like it was all coming to you on a flat plane, if that makes any sense at all. I knew these headphones need some break-in time, so I kept listening. Mainly I plugged them into my home theater and played some Dead Space 2 on the PS3. Slowly but surely, they turned around, and now they're my go-to headphones (I still love you Grado, but you're going into a drawer for a little while). The detail and clarity is spectacular; the bass is just right (I don't find it at all lacking as some others have noted); comfort level is fantastic. My only complaint: I really liked the thick cord on the Grados and wish the cord on the AKGs felt as sturdy. That's more of a comparison than a complaint, though. As far as amplification goes, I don't know how these sound without it. I've only used them on a newer Pioneer 1120-K (late 2010) receiver and, in my bedroom, a Peachtree Audio Decco2, which is both a headphone amplifier and DAC in one (and a wonderful piece of equipment, I might add). I stream audio from MOG (supposedly 320 kpps, the highest rate available to my knowledge) to either an Apple TV MC572LL/A (NEWEST VERSION) or Apple Airport Express MB321LL/A [NEWEST VERSION ] and then into, respectively, the Pioneer receiver or the Decco2. Both have DACs, so I feel like I'm getting a good source going into a good output, and that truly makes these headphones shine. A quick word on DACs: I purchased a small portable DAC earlier this year and returned it. I could tell no difference in the sound. But the DAC in the Decco2 really fills the music out and makes it sound so rich and detailed. If you're going to invest good money into headphones, please consider the source going into them. I suspect if you simply plugged these headphones into your iPod with no amplification or conversion to analog, you might wonder why you spent so much money. But with the right equipment, you'll fall in love with your music all over again. And one last thing! If you're playing video games using a home theater system, i.e. you have a console hooked up to a receiver and surround sound speakers, these headphones are truly fantastic for gaming. I've mainly been playing Dead Space 2, and the detail and directional effects are amazing. I can't imagine any of the Ear Force or Astro headphones besting these AKGs. UPDATE JULY 2012: I've been back and forth between these cans and my Grados for the past few months, with most of my listening through Grado. But I m sitting here now listening to Scissor Sister's new album on my AKGs, and I often forget how great these sound, so detailed and full and lush. They're more impressive now than when I first purchased them. Highly recommended. If I had to chose between the AKG and the Grado 325, I'd probably still go with Grado, just because the build is so sturdy and they're Made in America. But there is nothing wrong with the AKG at all. Excellent stuff all around!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outrageously good, but perhaps a little too "bright" for my taste
*by K***E on July 9, 2014*

Love these headphones. They are some of the best I've heard. The thing is, everyone's ears are different - and so are the characteristics of music styles, the WAY albums are recorded, how instruments react to a recording and the speakers presenting the sound... So with that said, these are fantastic headphones, especially if you're really in to "fast response" (tighter sound, I guess you could say), bright and well-balanced audio from the mids and crystal-clear highs. I didn't know AKG was so good... they seem to be regarded as the red-headed stepchild to Sennheiser, Beyerdynamics and Audio-Technica. Those guys get the attention while AKG kind of just hangs off in the corner, being recognized but not discussed much. That's too bad, because they deserve some attention. I know I was turned off by the brand because their most well-known model is sponsored by Quincy Jones. I don't have anything against the guy personally, but as most audiophiles can attest, when a celebrity "sponsors" headphones then it usually means quality is not the main priority. Since the Q702s are essentially the same headphones but with some upgrades, I must say it's the FIRST time I recall listening to sponsored cans that deserve to be considered reference class. Gaming - directionality is another extremely strong plus with these cans. Tag that boon along with the average-but-not-so-punchy amount of bass, they handle extremely well for games. I love them. I mean they are seriously some of the best headphones I've ever heard for gaming. BIG plus! The cons: For some tracks - for example, when listening to something that is very acoustic dominant, with strings and higher-register instruments dominating the soundfield - to me, they sound a little TOO bright. This is alleviated a LOT with a good amp, and I haven't used these with a tube amp yet, but it's possible that a decent tube amp would help "warm up and round out the tone". Then again, after I listen to a jazz number with a drumset that seemed to crash the cymbals a little too brightly for my tastes - causing some ear fatigue - the next track plays and I'm once again in sonic nirvana! I can't give five stars merely because the sound is a little "brighter" than I like. However, this is not a knock on the quality of the headphones themselves... they are some of the best I've tried. Comfort: 8/10 Gaming: 10/10 Bass: 6/10 Mids: 8.5/10 Highs: 9/10 (when it's not too harsh, which is on a few rare tracks) Response: 10/10 Value for price: 10/10 I would compare these to my HD 650s, the DT880s, and other headphones that cost twice as much as these; they are THAT good. If you don't have an amp to drive them harder, they still sound pretty darn good. HIGHLY recommended!

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