cmk 0 Report post Posted April 30, 2006 Is Asia Sound the only place to get this can? The other place is AA? Is the latest price of $250 still valid? After hearing Aaron's 501 on classical pieces, I was taken back. It has the most beautiful violin tone, very sublime. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kross 0 Report post Posted April 30, 2006 did you have any chance to compare against the dt880 at AA? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmk 0 Report post Posted May 1, 2006 I've heard the DT880 before(not at AA though), it is very detailed, but doesn't have the same violin tone as the 501. More likely the newer 990 is more suitable. So far, the 990 is much more balanced, having detail as well as bass, while its highs are very fast, similar to Grado. This is only a general observation as the listening equipment at AA is not on par with MBD, however given the disparity, the 990 was certainly impressive. For a better feel, I think I should bring down my own amp and have a listen. Another idea I have is to bring down my cello CD and test it out. Cello is even harder to reproduce than violin and would certainly test the lower mids and bass, the area where most cans have problems. This is highly recommended = Delos DE 3326 Zuill Bailey Debut Recording Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmk 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2006 (edited) Got the K501s from Jaben. I'm writing this as I'm running in/listening to these cans. For the little money spent on them, they are an extraordinary value$$$. Very even balance throughout the frequency range and they produce a clean and clear treble. Bass, at present, does not go very deep, but it does hit those bass notes. The good thing about these cans are that they sound coherent and musical, and even after listening to them for over an hour, they are still comfortable and not-fatiguing. A good sign given that they are just fresh out of the box. Edited May 3, 2006 by cmk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kross 0 Report post Posted May 3, 2006 i was looking for a used one in the classifieds months ago but not in luck. so how much you got them for? pm me if inconvenient. thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmk 0 Report post Posted May 4, 2006 No change in the price, as above first post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbln 0 Report post Posted October 4, 2006 (edited) As these are officially discontinued, anyone looking for one should make their decision quickly. Last saw one at Hung Bros (SLS) as well. Edited October 4, 2006 by tbln Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Qsilver 0 Report post Posted October 4, 2006 ' date='4 Oct 2006, 08:19 AM' post='81949'] Just FYI, K801 is a model I codenamed myself for the K701 in K501 colours and scheme, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ahdui 0 Report post Posted October 4, 2006 (edited) yup, the latest stock is only 10sets in jaben, u guys haf taken a few, so i guess nt much is left Edited October 4, 2006 by ahdui Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zhapchit 0 Report post Posted October 4, 2006 should have bought one that day. By the time I go back sg think all will be sold out already. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ahdui 0 Report post Posted October 4, 2006 i wanted 1 for myself too, but i've spent too much last mth tt i've gota stop my spending spree lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aaron-xp 0 Report post Posted October 4, 2006 Haha, this is another potential choice in my headphone hunt. Don't take the last set... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adhoc 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2006 cmk, is the 'Aaron' you refer to in your OP me? Just wondering... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ahdui 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2006 sorry guys! 1 set is booked by me lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ckng 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2006 Bought a used pair from N@Z in this forum (hmm, speaking of which I don't see him around anymore) a couple of years back. Excellent headphones for classical, vocal, jazz type of music. Liquid midrange, very natural sounding. Regards CK Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
