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Now for the actual content. Does anyone have both DT-880 premiums or pros and the K7XX? Aside from the Tesla T1, the DT-880 is the only pair of headphones I've been considering/wanting that I don't already own or have owned previously. However, the Tesla T1's are really expensive. I'm curious as to how the 880 compares to the K7XX sonically from others' opinions.
My DT-770 Pros have always been comfortable as have my DT-990 Premiums. They fit my head great and cause no discomfort. I already have a pair of HD600's which I have read are very similar to the 880's and that's why I didn't buy them before. The key differences being the neutrality of the HD600 vs. naturally sounding DT-880 if what I read is to be trusted.
I enjoy my K7XX thoroughly when they're on correctly, but getting them to fit properly is still a small battle, albeit a minor inconvenience at best. When I look at the long-term usage for the K7XX, how much time and effort am I really willing to spend putting them on and taking them off to get them just right?
I have a pile of old gear that I still need to sell or trade at this point. It may appear that I'm spoiled. I can see that argument. I feel lucky and from years of buying/selling gear I've gradually paid for more/new gear. I don't spend my money on much other than hardware and games. I'll list em below to help get some better advice as to whether or not the 880 would be a worthwhile addition.
*Headphones I currently own: AKG Q701 (parting with), AKG K7XX (undecided), Beyerdynamic DT-770 Pros (parting with), Beyerdynamic DT-990 Premiums 600 ohm (keeping), Sennheiser HD600 (keeping?), Sennheiser Momentum On-Ear (parting with), Pioneer SE-A100 (parting with). *Earphones I currently own: Westone W40's. *Headphones or Headsets I owned previously: Tritton AX720, Astrogaming A40 w/ wireless mixamp 5.8, Audio Technica ATH-M50s, Audio Technica ATH-M50. *Current AMP/DAC combinations: Schiit Modi + Asgard 2, FiiO E18, Onkyo AVR.
I apologize if any of this seems slightly off-topic. I look forward to and appreciate any/all replies, opinions and suggestions. *Edited some of my post to reflect current changes.