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Want to try Grados but....

post #1 of 15
6/6/07 at 4:40pm
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...I can't seem to justify the purchase considering the lineup of headphones I already have.

My DT 880's (2003 version) are open and great for listening to jazz (the majority of my collection).

My DT 770 Pro 80's are closed, have great bass, and are a helluva lot of fun with my rock and funk collection.

My Sennheiser PX-100's are great at satisfying my unamped and portable listening.

It seems like I've got all my bases covered, and I can't talk myself into shelling out money for Grados unless there's a model that brings something different or extra to the table than what I've listed above. Otherwise, I feel like I'm just wanting some Grados because I think they look cool...I'm sure nobody here has ever bought a pair of cans just for that reason!

Anyway it's looking like I'm getting ready to say goodbye to my wallet again...any suggestions?
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post #2 of 15
6/6/07 at 4:44pm
I started with the SR225s. Absolutely terrific headphone and they will bring a different flavor to the table and it is oh, so sweet.
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post #3 of 15
6/6/07 at 4:48pm
Really simple, you don't have any totally open home cans.
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post #4 of 15
6/6/07 at 4:49pm
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Originally Posted by Alpha 60 View Post
...I can't seem to justify the purchase considering the lineup of headphones I already have.

My DT 880's (2003 version) are open and great for listening to jazz (the majority of my collection).

My DT 770 Pro 80's are closed, have great bass, and are a helluva lot of fun with my rock and funk collection.

My Sennheiser PX-100's are great at satisfying my unamped and portable listening.

It seems like I've got all my bases covered, and I can't talk myself into shelling out money for Grados unless there's a model that brings something different or extra to the table than what I've listed above. Otherwise, I feel like I'm just wanting some Grados because I think they look cool...I'm sure nobody here has ever bought a pair of cans just for that reason!

Anyway it's looking like I'm getting ready to say goodbye to my wallet again...any suggestions?
I love the Grados, but can't help you once i've never listened to beyers. I would suggest you to sell your DT770 and get a Grado SR225.
You may choose to get a RS-1 ofcourse ...
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post #5 of 15
6/6/07 at 5:13pm
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Originally Posted by Alpha 60 View Post
...I can't seem to justify the purchase considering the lineup of headphones I already have.

My DT 880's (2003 version) are open and great for listening to jazz (the majority of my collection).

My DT 770 Pro 80's are closed, have great bass, and are a helluva lot of fun with my rock and funk collection.

My Sennheiser PX-100's are great at satisfying my unamped and portable listening.

It seems like I've got all my bases covered, and I can't talk myself into shelling out money for Grados unless there's a model that brings something different or extra to the table than what I've listed above. Otherwise, I feel like I'm just wanting some Grados because I think they look cool...I'm sure nobody here has ever bought a pair of cans just for that reason!

Anyway it's looking like I'm getting ready to say goodbye to my wallet again...any suggestions?
Both the DT-880 and especially the DT-770 sound very closed in when compared directly to any Grado IMO. Even the DT-990, which is the most "open" of the Beyer line (and still not a proper open headphone IMO due to the small size of the rear vent), sounds like listening to music in a small room. Bear in mind the 990 were my favourite cans before the GS1k, but A/Bing directly with the SR80, SR225 and GS1ks' openness it really is a night and day difference, and not just one of differening frequency response.

If you haven't heard them I would suggest the SR225 to get a taste of the house sound, and if you aren't pleased, you can easily sell them for near what you bought them.
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post #6 of 15
6/6/07 at 5:34pm
^ SR225 what are you waiting for... click that buy button!
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post #7 of 15
6/6/07 at 7:31pm
While you do indeed have your bases covered, the Grados do have their own distinct sound signature. So it might be worth getting a pair, if you can pick them up second-hand for the right price.

Unlike the other posters I would not go for the 225's if you decide to make the move. In fact I would suggest you avoid the 225's at all costs. I would recommend that if you decide to add some Grados to your collection that you consider the Alessandro MS2's, or Grado 325's, or RS2's. If these are outside your budget and you want to sample a Grado product on the lower end of the scale give MS1's a shot.

Most of these have a high re-sell value, so if you don't like them you won't lose much in getting rid of them.

happy listening!

- augustwest
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post #8 of 15
6/6/07 at 8:04pm
I haven't tried the SR225's but I know that the SR325i's with reversed bowls are astounding, and I highly recommend them.
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post #9 of 15
6/6/07 at 8:35pm
As stated above, the reason to get Grados is to sample the Grado sound. Grado fans may object, but my limited experience (owning SR60s and sampling 225s, RS1s, and HP2s) tells me that, as you move up the Grado ladder, you keep that bright Grado signature, but get more resolution. Get a pair of SR60s to sample the Grado sound. If you don't like it, you're only out $70 (less if you buy them used).
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post #10 of 15
6/6/07 at 11:06pm
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Wow, thanks for all the input! I had been leaning for the 225's anyway, but the 325i's with inverted pads sounds interesting. Probably makes them more comfortable to boot...
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post #11 of 15
6/6/07 at 11:19pm
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Originally Posted by terriblepaulz View Post
As stated above, the reason to get Grados is to sample the Grado sound. Grado fans may object, but my limited experience (owning SR60s and sampling 225s, RS1s, and HP2s) tells me that, as you move up the Grado ladder, you keep that bright Grado signature, but get more resolution. Get a pair of SR60s to sample the Grado sound. If you don't like it, you're only out $70 (less if you buy them used).
x2. I started off with Grado SR60s (my first REAL headphones), loved them, sold them a year later, and bought the SR-225s, which are like the SR60s, only more so (better). You can pick up used SR60s for about the price of a good dinner out... so go hungry some Friday night.
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post #12 of 15
6/6/07 at 11:52pm
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Originally Posted by sgprater View Post
You can pick up used SR60s for about the price of a good dinner out... so go hungry some Friday night.
I like that reasoning! But expect I may be seeing a lot of weight loss soon.
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post #13 of 15
6/7/07 at 12:09am
Considering the cans you already own, and wishing to sample the Grado sound; I would suggest the SR-80. It has the four wire cable, and the bowl pads used on the remainder of the Grado Prestige series.

...unless you'd like to spend even more!
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post #14 of 15
6/7/07 at 12:23am
Why break up your collection of german cans? Get an MB Quart QP55x for less than $40 shipped from electronicsbonanza and experience something between SR60 and SR80 sound in a package more comfortable than your beyers.
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post #15 of 15
6/7/07 at 7:13am
Ya it is true that once you get your first Grado that it will be either a love or hate relationship but if the highs do bother you then do try the Alessando line and see if that does you better.Also try out some of the different pads and mods to the pads themselves.
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