AKG K702 vs AKG K701

They are the same. The K702 has a removable wire and is in black. It is aimed at the pro world and is just more rugged.

Actually, I own both and they are different in some subtle ways. In addition to the differences listed above, the earpads are different, and slightly change the position relative to my ears. The 702's sound better to me, period. Headband is different as well- more comfortable on the 702.

Thanks very much for the input. I put an order in for a pair of K702. Should be fun!

Cheers all.

CK- Another advantage of the 702 is that you can rewire them easily with an aftermarket upgraded wire, if you believe in that sort of thing. I bought the Double Helix Cables Nucleotide for my 702's and like it a lot.

Whatever you do, make sure you run the 702's in for many hours before you pass judgement. Takes a while for the sizzle to die, bass to bloom, and midrange detail to come forward, but it will and you'll notice the changes as they come.

Enjoy!