The K712 Pro Reference Studio Headphones from AKG are over-ear, open-back headphones that are designed for use in mixing and mastering applications. They have a two-layer diaphragm with a flat-wire voice coil that was designed by AKG to provide an accurate high end response. The genuine leather headband and velour earpads allow for comfort during extended listening periods.
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After about a 15 hour burn in period, these headphones are amazing. Crisp, clear sound. Bass is deep without excessive boominess. If you like jazz or vocal heavy music, these headphones rock. Sound is clear and distinct. Soundstage is very good as as is imaging. The longer they have burned in, the more I have grown fond of these. I can say I am an AKG fan.
I had an older version of very much loved AKG reference headphones from the early '90s that were destroyed by my son... after many years of service, many of the plastic elements were held by mini bulldog clamps so good timing for an upgrade, thanks, son! After listening to a lot of alternatives, many costlier, (although for the listening pleasure I have put cost on a low priority criteria scale) the K712 PRO was the right choice: better sound than my previous ones and still the same neutral yet accurate and true experience for my mostly classical and jazz listening. Paired with a SHIIT Bifrost DAC and Valhalla tube amp stack, every instrument is clearly distinct and spatially identifiable. You feel you are in the space with the musicians, be it in a studio or concert hall. Also own a Grado PS500e - a warmer experience perhaps that I enjoy with a more "mobile" red Dragonfly DAC/Amp when working, but I find the AKG's neutrality better for the orchestral music I often listen to. And the comfort fit bears no comparison between them: I can wear the AKGs for hours - not so for the Grados The open back was a must for me as I usually don't like (or need) to feel isolated. In the rare condition I need to withdraw from the surroundings I reluctantly use a Meze 99 classic walnut pair that match the comfort of the AKGs with an enjoyable sound stage but not close in accuracy to my preferred cans. Minor detail: I replaced the velvet cushions with fabric covered AKG ones. Found the sound stage to be even more detailed. The only criticism I would have is the elastic threads holding the headband. After a few years they show signs of fatigue and I don't know how easy it is to replace them. Not a big concern as the excellent comfort does not appear to be affected. Headphone choice is a personal affair. Every ear is different, everyone's sound processing, taste and pleasure seeking is different. The K712 PRO are perfect for me.