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AKG K712 PRO Reference Studio Headphones vs AKG WMS470 INSTRUMENT SET BD7 - Professional Wireless Microphone System
The K712 PRO is a reference-grade wired headphone for studio monitoring and critical listening, while the WMS470 is a wireless microphone system for live performance and instrument capture. Choose the K712 if you mix/master at a desk; choose the WMS470 if you need wireless instrument transmission on stage or in mobile sessions.
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AKG WMS470 INSTRUMENT SET BD7 - Professional Wireless Microphone System
Specs side by side
| AKG K712 PRO Reference Studio Headphones | AKG WMS470 INSTRUMENT SET BD7 - Professional Wireless Microphone System | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699.00 | $705.00 |
| Brand | AKG | AKG |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose AKG K712 PRO Reference Studio Headphones
- ✓ Open-back design creates spacious soundstage ideal for critical mixing and mastering
- ✓ Lightweight, ergonomic build with genuine leather headband minimizes fatigue during long sessions
- ✓ Flat wire voice coil delivers exceptional treble clarity and impulse response for precision work
- ✓ 10 Hz–39.8 kHz frequency response with enhanced low-end for accurate full-spectrum monitoring
Why choose AKG WMS470 INSTRUMENT SET BD7 - Professional Wireless Microphone System
- ✓ 1200 selectable frequencies (500.1–530.5 MHz) provide flexibility and interference avoidance
- ✓ THD below 0.3% with 120 dB(A) signal-to-noise ratio ensures transparent, clean audio capture
- ✓ Supports up to 20 simultaneous channels in one band or 48 across multiple bands for scaling
- ✓ Balanced XLR and 1/4-inch outputs work with any mixing console or interface
Frequently asked questions
Are these products even comparable?
No—they serve entirely different purposes. The K712 PRO is a passive wired headphone for monitoring and mixing. The WMS470 is an active wireless microphone system for capturing and transmitting instrument signals. A buyer needs to determine whether they are shopping for studio monitoring or live/wireless instrument transmission.
Can I use the WMS470 to monitor my mix during recording?
The WMS470 transmits instrument signals to a receiver; it is not designed for studio headphone monitoring. You would need headphones like the K712 PRO to monitor mixes during recording sessions.
Is the K712 PRO suitable for live performance?
The K712 PRO is a wired headphone designed for stationary studio use. Its 3-pin XLR connector and fixed cables are not practical for stage movement; the WMS470's wireless architecture is purpose-built for live performance mobility.
What frequency range does each cover and why does it matter?
The K712 PRO spans 10 Hz–39.8 kHz for full monitoring of studio mixes across the entire audible spectrum and beyond. The WMS470 spans 35–20,000 Hz, which covers standard instrument frequencies but rolls off subsonic content; this is normal for wireless mic systems and adequate for live instrument capture.