[jonathan c]

I got the 225x's a few months ago and I'm thinking about moving up. They are addictive.

… which catch your fancy? … …

 

[HWB3]

I'm looking at the RS2x. It fits in my budget and looks like it might be right for me. I like bass and midrange but not a lot of treble. So, I guess that I'm looking for a warm signature. I mainly listen to classic rock with some country thrown in there.

 

[Plautus001]

I'm looking at the RS2x. It fits in my budget and looks like it might be right for me. I like bass and midrange but not a lot of treble. So, I guess that I'm looking for a warm signature. I mainly listen to classic rock with some country thrown in there.

I have the RS2x and you won't be disappointed

 

[HWB3]

Thanks for pointing me in the right direction.

 

[SomeGuyDude]

I'm looking at the RS2x. It fits in my budget and looks like it might be right for me. I like bass and midrange but not a lot of treble. So, I guess that I'm looking for a warm signature. I mainly listen to classic rock with some country thrown in there.

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[HWB3]

I've read a lot of good things about them. But I'm taking a big swing for the fence and aiming for the RS2x's.

 

[Plautus001]

I've been using them all day for music while making courses and some meetings... comfortable and a natural sound.

 

[rids57]

What's the difference in sound between the RS-2x and the RS-1x, anyone heard both?

 

[jleewachter]

I have the RS2x and you won't be disappointed

Plus, that maple wood looks quite noice

 

[JaquesGelee]

My first Grado was a 225e back in 2016 and enjoyed it for awhile then moved on to other headphones. Recently I returned to the "Grado family" with a modified RS2e with Turbulent Labs XL headband in coffee, detachable Hart Audio cables and Shipibo gimbals and rodblocks. Applying a little bit of EQ using ROON to lift up the bass and so far really liking the sound with the Geekria comfort foam pads. Awesome with jazz and classic rock through a Burson Soloist Mk1 and Topping e50 DAC.

Did you intend to "wrongly" mount the rod blocks?

 

[Lunatics]

I think it's all about which performance you prefer.

 

[Luckyleo]

Hey now!

Would really appreciate any recommendations from experienced "tubers" out there. I want to do some tube rolling to make my Grado's shine! I have an OTL amp (Espressivio, from Feliks Audio). It has 2 6n30p power tubes and 2 6922 for "pre-amp". The Manuel suggests that you not change the 6n30p to any other type tube, the 6922 can be replaced with E88CC, 6N23P, 6DJ8.

Any recommendations for quality tubes would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Leo

 

[Dan DRC]

Did you intend to "wrongly" mount the rod blocks?

Yes

 

[MaiLam]

What's the difference in sound between the RS-2x and the RS-1x, anyone heard both?

When I tested for a couple of weeks side by side - RS2X were crisp, fast and had more sub bass but overly bright for my tastes. RS1X had less sub bass but somehow warmer, a ‘thicker sound’ (snares have a lovely weight) and masterful treble (all the detail but no harshness). No big difference in soundstage. The RS2X were a lot of fun, especially for laser beam-esque guitars, but offered a Grado sound that I was very familiar with. I don’t like to pad swap on Grados (after doing so a lot in my early days with the brand), so did find that it took the Mojo 2’s EQ settings to just nudge the bass up on the RS1X slightly to the point where I was fully happy with the sound.

All that said, the £200 difference isn’t negligible, and a lot the difference between the two could be bridged via judicious use of EQ if so inclined (which I know many aren’t, incl. myself with the exception of the RS1X).

 

[Riverflow]

I have been on the search for a new toy and been seriously looking at the gs3000e or x
But now I have retired I have to watch what I spend and the gs300x was a bit over budget for a toy
Part of the deal was I paid for my wife's handbag fixed + matching purse and I will spend the same on toy/headphones.
She now has her part of the deal completed and the bank is down £840.
She has informed me to watch out for the postman tomorrow as I have a surprise
The only clue is that the surprise sits on my head and begins with the letter G.
Please not let it be a Gucci hat