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Re: AKG 7XX (Massdrop) Measurement and Succinct Review
« Reply #280 on: June 02, 2015, 04:54:09 PM »

Hi guys just bought this headphone from the recent massdrop sale.
What are the recommended amps to drive this headphone? (preferably portable)

There are some ideas on the Pyrate Leaderboard, like the Leckerton or the GO450

http://www.changstar.com/index.php/topic,1803.0.html
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Re: AKG 7XX (Massdrop) Measurement and Succinct Review
« Reply #281 on: July 07, 2015, 07:30:54 AM »

My set from the recent unnumbered Limited Edition drop should be arriving within a few weeks (hopefully).

Does anyone have any more mod ideas/results beyond taking out the foam disc behind the earpads and removing/sealing the foam under the nipple cap on the back?
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Re: AKG 7XX (Massdrop) Measurement and Succinct Review
« Reply #282 on: July 10, 2015, 01:43:35 PM »

Just got mine from the most recent drop. I thought they weren't supposed to be numbered, but mine are in the 5800s. Highs were really harsh out of the box, but smoothed a bit after an hour or two. nice rich bass that extends fairly low. Got them in the cupboard plugged into an iPad and under a towel. They're way lighter and more comfortable than I imagined. My first pair of half decent open cans.

I saw this post by Tor4. Has anyone tried the felt rings with the K7XXs?
http://www.changstar.com/index.php/topic,2127.msg58309.html#msg58309

Thankfully, if your tastes are at all like mine, I've found using some of that 1/4" open-cell foam I've linked before in other threads works surprisingly well when placed in front of the driver. Cut it in a circle and just place it there. No need to take off the pads, as if it's cut to size, it'll hold in place due to friction. And the pads are large enough that the foam doesn't irritate the ears. This smooths out and attenuates the upper-mids and treble rather well. I actually quite enjoy them like this.

I guess hans030390's 1/4" disc of foam could be put under the pad and would be more comfortable on the ear. Mine already touch the inside of the cups, and I wouldn't say I have Jumbo ears.

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Re: AKG 7XX (Massdrop) Measurement and Succinct Review
« Reply #283 on: July 10, 2015, 05:07:35 PM »

Try felt first. The material I used is usually used for packaging or stuff like seat cushioning.
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Re: AKG 7XX (Massdrop) Measurement and Succinct Review
« Reply #284 on: July 13, 2015, 01:59:58 AM »

Try felt first.

Gotcha. Now I just have to find some.
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Re: AKG 7XX (Massdrop) Measurement and Succinct Review
« Reply #285 on: July 15, 2015, 05:04:19 AM »

Got about 100 hours on them and the improvement (reduction in over-brightness) seems to have flattened out. Found some material at a stationary store that's more "fleece" than "felt", Will try it out and see if it tames the highs (main problem is sibilance).
https://www.dropbox.com/s/ka0muried9q647h/20150715_124924-1.jpg?dl=0 (as a lowly Swabbie, I don't think I have image upload privileges)
If this doesn't work, I've got a lead on where to find some real wool felt in the fabric district of town.

There's lots of info on opening up the "bass port" to increase bass response. Is there any way to tone it down a bit? I find that the bass is sometimes a bit too much.
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Re: AKG 7XX (Massdrop) Measurement and Succinct Review
« Reply #286 on: August 28, 2015, 03:46:19 PM »

The rings work, but add too much of it and you will end up with a very warm pair. About lowering the bass, I think you will have to dampen the driver further, perhaps you may want to try blocking the 'nipple part' of the cup vents with something porous like micropore or even electrical tape to see if it makes any difference.
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