Audio Technica ATH-AD700X Audiophile Headphones US$109.42 (AU$151.69) Delivered @ Amazon

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• 53 mm drivers reproduce clear treble and midrange
• Bobbin-wound CCAW voice coils for superior power handling
• Full open-air type headphones produce no sense of pressure on the ears, resulting in a completely natural sensation
• Lightweight aluminum honeycomb casing with excellent acoustic properties
• Self-adjusting 3D Wing Support provides a comfortable listening experience; total ear-fit design minimizes pressure

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  bargainshooter on 28/12/2016 - 19:07

  Um lowest price was $93.99 + shipping on August 30. And fluctuating around this price for some time now…

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    [Deactivated] on 28/12/2016 - 19:25

    Ah, didn't spot that.

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    nick nick on 28/12/2016 - 19:26

    Shipping.

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  ThatsCheap on 28/12/2016 - 19:07

  +1

  I've owned the AD700, the AD900, and the AD900X (from Audio Technica) over the last decade. This line of headphones is great for gaming, especially competitive gaming, and even more so first person shooters.

  Because of the airy open design they have a large sound stage, and the imaging on them is great. They're really good for music listening and watching movies too (but that's not their strength). If you want an all-round headphone that is great for gaming, this is a good pick.

  Headphonic (a local store in Perth, Australia) has them in stock for $179:

  http://headphones.com.au/product/audio-technica-ath-ad700x-h…

  Also they have a great selection of headphones and they're local. If you're in Perth you can drop in and listen to them, as well as test other headphones. I've listened to a few headphones that I know I will likely never buy in their store. Owners are great and friendly people.

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    psyren89 on 28/12/2016 - 19:26

    Headphonic moved to an online-only business model. You can still call them up and get them to come around with some products to try, but their physical store is closed.

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      Dr Techno on 28/12/2016 - 19:34

      marcus knows his stuff.. :)

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      ThatsCheap on 29/12/2016 - 01:57

      This is sad news :( last time I visited them was around 2 months ago, so I'm surprised to hear they've closed down and have become an online-only store. I've been there a few times over the years, and they have always been welcoming and helpful, not only that they'd even recommend a cheaper option for you if they feel that it's the better headphone. Genuinely rare to see those qualities in shop owners these days.

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    lostn on 28/12/2016 - 21:31

    +1

    How does 700 compare to 900?

    Do they need amps? And what does the X model have?

    In other words, between the 4 models which is the best?

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      ThatsCheap on 29/12/2016 - 01:55

      It all depends on your price range. Considering the AD900X costs double the price, and now that the Philips Fidelio X2 doesn't cost as much as it used, if you're spending ~$300, then the Philips Fidelio X2 make a better set of cans in almost every scenario when compared with the AD900X.

      However at the price point of $150, the AD700X are really good for competitive gaming and gaming in general.

      The AD-###X series are the newer revised versions of the older Audio Technica AD### series. While the older models lacked bass completely, and focused solely on clear mids and highs, the new X series have neutral bass that doesn't go as low as other cans do, which makes them really good for gaming at this price point. Usually headphones in this price range, if they have deep bass, than they impact negatively on the mids & highs (muddying the sound). Which is why the Philips Fidelio X2 are so highly regarded, because they do deep & sharp bass really well, while keeping the mids & high clear (at their price point, there is nothing I have heard that compares to them, at least not OPEN or Semi-Open cans).

      Neither the AD series, nor the AD—-X series need an AMP, they are very low impedance headphones, but definitely if you want BASS in the AD—-X series, which they CAN do with amplification, then feel free to get an AMP that has bass boost. On the computer, I have my AD900X connected to a Soundblaster Z soundcard, and the bass boost with that gives it that extra lacking punch in the low-end of the spectrum.

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        lostn on 29/12/2016 - 20:36

        Neither the AD series, nor the AD—-X series need an AMP, they are very low impedance headphones, but definitely if you want BASS in the AD—-X series, which they CAN do with amplification, then feel free to get an AMP that has bass boost. On the computer, I have my AD900X connected to a Soundblaster Z soundcard, and the bass boost with that gives it that extra lacking punch in the low-end of the spectrum.

        Does using your SBZ to boost the bass affect the mids and highs?

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    Slippery Fish on 28/12/2016 - 23:08

    +1

    You dont mention they arnt doof doof cans, if you want DEEP bass move along.

    Not saying they dont have bass, just not 20yo gym junkie bass :p

    Great cans though, never owned my own set but got to use my bros for 3 month.

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      MoonSha on 29/12/2016 - 00:07

      Not sure why somebody downvoted this, you're correct that these aren't bassy phones. A $20 set of closed sennheisers will have more bass than these. If you're looking for "Bassy" and open headphones I'd recommend the Philips Fidelio X2.

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        ThatsCheap on 29/12/2016 - 01:43

        The Philips Fidelio X2 is double the price. Also the original line of AD700, AD900, AD1000, etc lacked bass, but the revised editions of AD700X, AD900X, etc all have neutral sounding bass, and with even basic amplification bass boost they do bass well. Of course they're not as good the Philips Fidelio X2 or the discontinued X1's when it comes to lows, but those cans cost double the price.

        Also saying a $20 closed Sennheiser headphone can do bass better is nonsensical. First of all they're a closed can, not open (so the comparison shouldn't even be made when it comes to bass), and second of all, that's not true. I have the HD201's next to my bed behind me, and even though they're closed, they still don't do bass better than my AD900X.

        For anyone who wants DEEP bass & don't mind a closed headphone, the Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro would be a much better choice for a similar price. But sound stage is smaller, and imaging isn't as good as these headphones (but still great for a closed set). Which is why in my original comment I said these headphones are great for competitive gaming (their strength), but all-round they do a nice job with music and movies too (even though that's not their strength). The mids in the AD series are very clear, which is why they are known for being great for female vocals. It depends what sort of music you listen to, or what you generally want to use the headphones for, and finally your budget; that's always the case for every headphone.