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Apr 5, 2026 5:57 PM

AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphones

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RLC CO.,LTD JAPAN via Amazon has AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphones on sale for $167.10. Shipping is free.

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  • Revolutionary flat-wire voice coil technology
  • Patented AKG Varimotion ultraprecise 2-layer diaphragm
  • Self-adjusting cushioned genuine-leather headband
  • Bi-wiring, high-performance cable with 1/4" jack plug
  • Comfortable, specially shaped "3D-Form" ear pads
  • Complete with stylish storage cradle

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  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $79.93 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $247.03.
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RLC CO.,LTD JAPAN via Amazon has AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphones on sale for $167.10. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Zorba1446 for sharing this deal.

Details:
  • Revolutionary flat-wire voice coil technology
  • Patented AKG Varimotion ultraprecise 2-layer diaphragm
  • Self-adjusting cushioned genuine-leather headband
  • Bi-wiring, high-performance cable with 1/4" jack plug
  • Comfortable, specially shaped "3D-Form" ear pads
  • Complete with stylish storage cradle

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • At the time of this posting, our research indicates that this is $79.93 lower than the next best comparable online prices starting from $247.03.
  • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
  • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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Zorba1446
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2009 was still a relative age of innocence: long long before pandemic inflation, tariff inflation, and (latest arrival) Iran war inflation. $167 for these right now is a small miracle, considering all that.
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eduardmc
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This is not even close to worth this much. They were $94 in sept last year on amazon. Just wait for another deal
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Apr 6, 2026 3:13 AM
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sounderSDApr 6, 2026 3:13 AM
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Just in case you need to take a class in reference, these got you covered
Apr 6, 2026 3:18 AM
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AquaIdea9357Apr 6, 2026 3:18 AM
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Deal gone - now $599.00.
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Apr 6, 2026 3:38 AM
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timbo222Apr 6, 2026 3:38 AM
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Quincy Jones used AKGK701's in mastering Billie Jean and Thriller. These are (at least to my standards) what you want when you want to hear the most accurate way to listen to music as it was intended to be listened to.
Apr 6, 2026 3:47 AM
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eduardmcApr 6, 2026 3:47 AM
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Quote from AquaIdea9357 View quoted comment :
Deal gone - now $599.00.
This is not even close to worth this much. They were $94 in sept last year on amazon. Just wait for another deal
Apr 6, 2026 4:27 AM
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TheMadMuleApr 6, 2026 4:27 AM
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Wow, I remember buying these when they first came out in the 2000s (2007-2008), but I'm sure they still sound the same: very wide soundstage, to the point of feeling artificial, with an "airy" presentation... I think they were going for a clean, analytical sound but it just wasn't fun to listen through, even with beefy tube and solid state amps involved. Also I see they aren't made in Austria anymore, but China.
Apr 6, 2026 5:14 AM
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tracker2208Apr 6, 2026 5:14 AM
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I got the K702s refurbished for $80 in 2024. By far my favorite sounding headphone, one of the best purchases I've ever made. The K701 don't have a detachable cable but supposedly sound nearly identicle. I would say definately worth the money at $167.

Actually I took a quick peak and there's a set of K702s used like new for $100 on Amazon, that's what I would go for if I was in the market because of the detachable cable.
Apr 6, 2026 5:23 AM
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pfunknutApr 6, 2026 5:23 AM
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Don't forget about the k7xx

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Apr 6, 2026 6:43 AM
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mannyiApr 6, 2026 6:43 AM
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Quote from tmaxx123 View quoted comment :
Ok price if you really need them but lukewarm otherwise imo
thanks for bringing me back to reality. i want some open headphones but i can wait as i already have some good closed ones.
Apr 6, 2026 2:47 PM
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CiggyJonesApr 6, 2026 2:47 PM
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Keepa and current used prices suggest the $500+ new price is ridiculous.
Apr 6, 2026 4:55 PM
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ruvamsiApr 6, 2026 4:55 PM
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I bought these years ago when I felt nostalgic for a cheap pair of AKGs I had as a kid but was ultimately disappointed using these for music listening enjoyment. Maybe they are great for pro use but felt lifeless to me
Apr 6, 2026 8:44 PM
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CiggyJonesApr 6, 2026 8:44 PM
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Quote from ruvamsi View quoted comment :
I bought these years ago when I felt nostalgic for a cheap pair of AKGs I had as a kid but was ultimately disappointed using these for music listening enjoyment. Maybe they are great for pro use but felt lifeless to me
Yup, that's the old "neutral" sound signature AKA lifeless... that everyone tries to EQ to.

People will never learn.
Apr 6, 2026 9:04 PM
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dcpoorApr 6, 2026 9:04 PM
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Quote from pfunknut View quoted comment :
Don't forget about the k7xx
k7xx have slightly more bass/mid-bass, highs are a bit different, and overall sound a bit warmer/muddier.

I got in in the 1st round of orders for the k7xx from drop/massdrop and ended selling them.

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