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1 / 8@patient_birch_60 · Owner-reported
Owned 6–12 months · Still using it: yes, daily · Posted
The headband has little to no cushions so you may feel some pressure after a long time of using them. The earpads have worn out fairly quickly and don't provide enough support anymore. They sound very smooth and clear but the low end is too quiet for my preference.
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Keeping it breezy with open backs and a nice sound.
Would not buy it again and still uses it daily.
Owned 6–12 months.
What gave out: Ear pads (1)
Open-back appears on 37% of the 63 studio & professional headphones we've cataloged (of 67).
above average for studio & professional headphones — based on 54 of 67 we've cataloged.
Wired-3.5mm is the most common — on 92% of the 65 studio & professional headphones we've cataloged (of 67).
below average for studio & professional headphones — based on 55 of 67 we've cataloged.
The verdict
AKG pulls out most of the stops with the K702. It has very pleasant treble reproduction and a studio-style frequency response. While it's light on bass, the K702 still performs admirably for your editing needs. The gentle clamping force and weight distribution mean the K702 can be worn for hours easily.
✓Liked: Lightweight design is comfortable, Removable cable, Mids and highs sound great, Breathable
✕Could be better: Not enough bass, Material choices don't reflect price, You might need a headphone amp
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Would not buy againThe headband has little to no cushions so you may feel some pressure after a long time of using them. The earpads have worn out fairly quickly and don't provide enough support anymore. They sound very smooth and clear but the low end is too quiet for my preference.
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