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you cannot compare x1's to HD700's.

that would be like comparing a subwoofer to a set of floorstanders.

both have a completely different sound signature.

x1's are fun. hd700's are reference.
 
Found a video here where he draws comparisons to the X1's:


I think I'll enjoy the HD700's more for gaming and the music I listen to.
 
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Hmm HD700 really tempting at that price - as they wouldn't get used enough over my 600s to justify paying full price :S

EDIT: Can't talk myself into it somehow even though I love the looks of the 700s... just aren't going to get used enough.
 
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Evian said:
What do you think is better for gaming AKG K712's or HD 700? I believe the AKG's soundstage is better.
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k712 is better for gaming, for music it would probably be hd700's but tbh i've never heard either better off trying both for yourself.

Rroff said:
Hmm HD700 really tempting at that price - as they wouldn't get used enough over my 600s to justify paying full price :S

EDIT: Can't talk myself into it somehow even though I love the looks of the 700s... just aren't going to get used enough.
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just bought hd700's and own hd600's, looking forward to testing them back to back.
 
^^ 700s are technically a lot better headphone but the 600s are better suited to the listening experience for the type of music I mostly listen to.
 
Evian said:
What do you think is better for gaming AKG K712's or HD 700? I believe the AKG's soundstage is better.
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I haven't used the k712, but as i understand it the HD700s have one of the widest soundstages available only being beaten out by the HD800. Positional audio is also immense on the hd700s. From what i have read the k712s are more analytical whereas the 700s are warmer (although not what anyone would call warm!). I have the HD700s and as a multi purpose headphone they are brilliant, music sounds lovely through them, as do movies and games.
 
Do the HD700 leak audio? I mean that in the sense if I used them on the tube, will I make the people around me upset? :)

The spec say it's a "open" headphone, so I assume sound would leak out easily?
 
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They are not at all suited to using on the tube - open design + physical design hadn't been done with portability in mind.
 
Rroff said:
They are not at all suited to using on the tube - open design + physical design hadn't been done with portability in mind.
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Cheers, thanks for that info! That makes it easier to make a decision about that one. Would you recommend any one from that outlet store which might suit that purpose? I currently own a Audio Technica ATH-M50XBL, do you think there are any ones there that would be better than them?
 
The momentums are excellent for portable use - though personally I think the on-ears are better than the over-ears for that but that is somewhat subject to taste. They aren't perfect for sound isolation (but do a reasonable job of blocking external noise) but low leakage and stay on the head well (comfort might be a bit subjective) and the sound quality is excellent (aslong as you don't try using the 4 pole jack version of the cable with devices that are only compatible with 3 pole *cough*).

EDIT: I'm not familiar with the Audio Technica ATH-M50XBL so can't really give a comparison.

EDIT2: They also have a couple of options of the Amperior on there which are designed for portable use though I'm not a big fan personally - though designed off a similar base as the momentums.
 
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The momentums are excellent for portable use - though personally I think the on-ears are better than the over-ears for that but that is somewhat subject to taste. They aren't perfect for sound isolation (but do a reasonable job of blocking external noise) but low leakage and stay on the head well (comfort might be a bit subjective) and the sound quality is excellent (aslong as you don't try using the 4 pole jack version of the cable with devices that are only compatible with 3 pole *cough*).

EDIT: I'm not familiar with the Audio Technica ATH-M50XBL so can't really give a comparison.

EDIT2: They also have a couple of options of the Amperior on there which are designed for portable use though I'm not a big fan personally - though designed off a similar base as the momentums.
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Thanks, you have been super helpful, I will read up on the momentums! :D
 
The K712 is warmer than the HD700. Soundstages are similar. The HD700 at £214..still wouldn't buy! I think the K712, HD650 and even the HD600 sound better. The HD700 is more suited for gaming but it's soundstage isn't amazing. The 650 is a bargain at that price!
 
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