can anyone compare 1) sound quality, 2) build quality and 3) support with the AKG K3003I? Thanks!
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We do not offer the AKG K3003l, however the sound and build quality for the Shure unit is top of the line, and includes the first in class customer service from Shure.
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Agree with other folks who posted; get a headphone amp or maybe a USB DAC to take on the work of sound processing from the integrated sound card. Though they have gotten better integrated sound cards suck compared to a dedicated card or device. I was looking at picking up Audioengine D1 24-bit Digital-to-Analog Converter for my PC; so that I can connect my monitors and also use the head phone jack for these PC350 or my HD 600s.
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I love my MMX300 everyone says that I'm clear and loud when I'm using them. The mic is really high end for a headset plus sound is amazing specially if you pair them with a ASUS PCI-Express x1 Sound Card XONAR ESSENCE STX/90-YAA0C0-0UAN00Z :D
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I would personally go for the Sennheiser, because the AKG have low bass, so dubstep won't sound at its best. AKG are great for jazz, blues, classical and some rock; but for hip hop or dubstep that have great bass its not the perfect option.
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I think the specs are very similar, if not the same. As I recall, the frequency response graph at the Headroom Web site shows perhaps a slight rise in the bass over the K701. Subjectively, the sonic signature is very similar, with perhaps a tad more bass. I like both 'phones, but have a slight overall preference for the K702.
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Well for the price the KRK's are a solid choice if you're on a budget. But there is definitely better. These give a pretty warm low end tone and isn't so flat. AKG's I know work really well but don't have first hand experience. Pretty confident those are going to be my next headphone purchase once these wear out. (And they're getting there)
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I've developed a distrust for name brands, so on that sentiment alone, I'd go with the Audioengines. I can say from experience, though, that the A2+'s are amazing. They lack a little bit of bass, but that's to be expected, and I'm sure the Bose's would suck in that regard as well. Go with the Audioengines.
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AKG Q701's are designed for detailed listening. They are better suited for Rock, Jazz, Classical. They won't produce the low end bass that Hip Hop etc.. require. Try a pair of Beats.
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More refined, better quality bass. Better mids and hights. I will quote this reviewer who heard a cheaper and not as good pair of Ultrasone's, "I have the ultrasone hfi 580s and am borrowing my friends beats pro over the weekend and i have compared them. The beats suck. They have decent bass but the music lacks mids/ highs, clarity and depth. Ultrasones kick the crap out of beats in th bass catagory. The ultrasones have a deeper and tighter bass. It sounds great. In the beats, the bass is only ok, it sounds flat and artificial. My sennheiser hd 238 has about as much bass unamped an they are half th size!" Hope this helps.
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Well the sound quality on these is great and tight I wouldn't ever use them without a dedicated headphone amp like the mayflower objective 2. So I don't think you will benefit from such an expensive pair of headphones. I think you will get better price/performance from something in the audiotechnica M** series. Drastically cheaper and will match the hardware in the iphone better. This is unless you have a decent audio setup at home and plan to use it for both. On the go you should go for the cheaper option more suited for the kind of audio hardware in your phone. At home with a decent headphone amp the sennheisers will shine. Well the sound quality on these is great and tight I wouldn't ever use them without a dedicated headphone amp like the mayflower objective 2. So I don't think you will benefit from such an expensive pair of headphones. I think you will get better price/performance from something in the audiotechnica M** series. Drastically cheaper and will match the hardware in the iphone better. This is unless you have a decent audio setup at home and plan to use it for both. On the go you should go for the cheaper option more suited for the kind of audio hardware in your phone. At home with a... » Read More Well the sound quality on these is great and tight I wouldn't ever use them without a dedicated headphone amp like the mayflower objective 2. So I don't think you will benefit from such an expensive pair of headphones. I think you will get better price/performance from something in the audiotechnica M** series. Drastically cheaper and will match the hardware in the iphone better. This is unless you have a decent audio setup at home and plan to use it for both. On the go you should go for the cheaper option more suited for the kind of audio hardware in your phone. At home with a decent headphone amp the sennheisers will shine. « Show Less
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Also, I couldn't recommend Klipsch any more than I already do to friends. Their customer service is absolutely top notch. I hope that you enjoy the earbuds if you get them.
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It appears that you've been doing your research. With that, I could only add my own opinion. If you intend to use the cans for a prolonged period, go with AKG; their large ear cushions do not hurt the ears and the clamping force out-of-the-box is mild. However, if you want a more compact set of cans with just as much comfort and a bit more clamping force, go with the DT990. This is a subjective choice, as both should be comfortable to use (K612PRO has similar design features as Q701). For overall build and sound quality (Made in Germany), I would prefer the DT990. But the Q701 looks more cool and artsy (Made in China). I have over 40 cans, and I love using the AKG's for leisure listening, and the Beyers for recording and critical listening. I'm not an expert, but that's my take.
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Personally I rank them a bit higher, others will say these don't have enough bass (I would strongly disagree) however to be honest I haven't used these in ~9months, I gave them to my fiance and bought some ATH-A900X's which are the same driver but with aluminium housing and sound a few notches above both. Both are fantastic headphones, but the M50's have a much flatter soundstage compared to the ATH-A700X's, I would also say that they are not as comfortable. Slightly more portable.
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I have had both headphones. I did not notice any difference in sound quality. I preferred the K551 for portability. They are both great headphones.
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I have the AKG K701 and Q701's. The Q701's fit due to the detachable cable, the K701's with the fixed cable don't do so well with the XL size CASEBUDI. If there is an XXL size by all means get that one. My Q701's are a real struggle to zip up with the XL size.
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If you listen to all this music just for amusement, better buy a Monster Beats. If your listening is professional, you have to avaliate if the basses are important. AKG is a very flat headphone and everything will sound very well, but the Beats headphones are better to work with the basses
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I had a couple pair of S4's and they sounded really great. The S3's aren't as good and the S6's are too bassy. Someone stole my S4's and I am upset about that. I'm thinking about springing for another replacement pair. They matched well throughout my Mastering process in the studio. Someone can steal my S3's. haha