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product_id: 1520937
title: "K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphone Level 1"
brand: "akg"
price: "€ 345.25"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Akg"
url: https://www.desertcart.fi/products/1520937-k-701-ultra-reference-class-stereo-headphone-level-1
store_origin: FI
region: Finland
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# Revolutionary flat-wire voice coil boosts sensitivity 62Ω impedance for studio-grade clarity Frequency range 10Hz-39.8kHz for ultra-detailed sound K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphone Level 1

**Brand:** akg
**Price:** € 345.25
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Hear Every Detail, Feel Every Beat — Elevate Your Audio Game

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphone Level 1 by akg
- **How much does it cost?** € 345.25 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/products/1520937-k-701-ultra-reference-class-stereo-headphone-level-1)

## Best For

- akg enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted akg brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Precision Audio Mastery:** Experience studio-level accuracy with a dynamic driver and flat-wire voice coil delivering pristine highs and detailed mids.
- • **Durability Meets Elegance:** Built with unbreakable metal arches and premium components that last without compromising style or comfort.
- • **Extended Reach & Connectivity:** 3-meter cable with gold-plated 3.5mm and 6.3mm compatible plugs for versatile, tangle-free use.
- • **Unmatched Comfort for Long Sessions:** Self-adjusting design with microfiber ear pads and full-leather headband ensures fatigue-free listening all day.
- • **Open-Back Design for Natural Soundstage:** Immerse yourself in a spacious, airy audio experience that reveals every nuance in your favorite tracks.

## Overview

The AKG K701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphones combine revolutionary flat-wire voice coil technology with a wide 10Hz-39.8kHz frequency range and 62Ω impedance to deliver ultra-precise, studio-quality sound. Designed for professionals and audiophiles, these open-back, over-ear headphones feature premium materials including a full-leather headband and unbreakable metal arches, ensuring long-lasting comfort and durability. With a 3-meter gold-plated cable and compatibility across devices, the K701 is the ultimate choice for critical listening and recording environments.

## Description

Akg Open Back Hdphone

Review: Very Good! - By far the most comfortable headphones I have ever had. The self adjusting aspect is very good. They sound great and the micro fiber ear pads are wonderful. I am using them mostly for my ham radio station where they do everything I need them to do. The plug is a bit backwards in that the line has a 1/4" plug and the adapter takes that to 1/8" which is backwards from what I'm used to but it works fine. At this price they are a real bargain .
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.

## 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 |
| Additional Features | Full-Leather headband |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | [IN] Listening to Music, Studio Use |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,609 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #46 in Recording Headphone Audio Monitors #872 in Over-Ear Headphones |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Brand | AKG |
| Brand Name | AKG |
| Built-In Media | Cable |
| Carrying Case Color | White |
| Carrying Case Material | Metal |
| Color | 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 out of 5 stars 1,621 Reviews |
| Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Around the ear |
| Enclosure Material | Revolutionary |
| Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Frequency Range | 10 Hz to 39.8 kHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 09002761018806 |
| Headphone Folding Features | Over Ear |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Impedance | 62 Ohms |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Is Electric | No |
| Item Weight | 8.2 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | AKG |
| Model Name | K701 |
| Model Number | K701 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Power Levels | 1 |
| Series Number | 700 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Recording |
| Style Name | Open back, circumaural |
| Subject Character | no character |
| Theme | Music |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

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

## Images

![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 Good!
*by D***N on January 10, 2026*

By far the most comfortable headphones I have ever had. The self adjusting aspect is very good. They sound great and the micro fiber ear pads are wonderful. I am using them mostly for my ham radio station where they do everything I need them to do. The plug is a bit backwards in that the line has a 1/4" plug and the adapter takes that to 1/8" which is backwards from what I'm used to but it works fine. At this price they are a real bargain .

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good headphones but with known potential defect.
*by W***3 on June 29, 2016*

I upgraded from my Audio-Technica ATH-M30 (cost about 60$ to 80$) to a pair of AKG K701 headphones ($550 at launch, about 200$ to 250$ now) and so far, I'm not disappointed. A word of caution however: They are known for a potential (but mostly fixable) defect (more about that at the end of this review). Overall sound quality: The K701's offer a well balanced and clear sound, with a very flat frequency response and a wide soundstage. The high frequencies are clear and the mids are well present. The basses are what you would expect from proper monitoring headphones: They are not "boosted" or colored at all. For some people, it might be an issue, especially if they are bass lovers. I would recommend to check out the bass mod on the Internet, it's just a matter of removing a piece of felt that is covering the bass port in each ear cups. This mod is reversible and makes the basses more "punchy", sort of like making the attack quicker on a ADSR envelope. My M30's sound kinda muffled when compared to the K701's, but they have more bass than the K701's. Build quality: Made of plastic, with some metalic parts (mostly the decorative parts). I would not recommend these headphones if you plan to travel or go outdoor with them. The plastic is quite thin and glossy. My M30's are build tougher than the K701's in comparison. Comfort: Clearly, the best headphones I ever had in term of comfort. They are super light and the ear pads are soft but not too soft, so they keep their shape and no plastic rests near your ears. I should mention too: These headphones use an elastic mechanism that automatically adjust the headband to the proper setting. I was not sure about this system at first, but it works very well ! In comparison, my M30's would hurt my ears after an hour or so of use because the ear pads were too soft and thin. Now, the potential issue you might face with these headphones. AKG K701's are known for disconnected wire(s) in the ear cups. There are many reports about this issue over the Internet and a video on how to fix it. Basically, some solders are weak and tend to break, so you might lose the sound on one or both sides. Sometimes, wire might still make a contact when the ear cup is in a certain position and you will get sound, but you will lose it when moving the ear cup. This issue is usually fixable by taking apart the headphones and soldering the wire correctly. It's easy to do if you know how to follow instructions. Just be careful to not damage the little decorative grids, you should always turn counter-clockwise to remove them ! It doesn't seem to be an recent issue, since you can find reports dating as far as 2011. Recent K701's are made in China, the AKG logo on the headband is now simply "AKG" (no more "three hearts" logo) and the box is different from the original I think (it as a full-size window at the front instead of no window). Overall, very satisfied by these headphones even with the (fixed) wire issue.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-21*