Sorry for the late response, I'm talking about the RS1e vs RS1i. Most people seem to like the treble in the RS1i more than the RS1e. I've seen some people say they like the RS1e more but they definitely seem to be a minority. I guess that doesn't necessarily mean the RS1e treble is bad, just in...

Most people didn't/don't like them because of their high end, which is thought to be rather lackluster.

Yes, L pads did help there. It also helped a little with instrument separation and imaging. RS1x should be better in those areas as well.

I haven't but I am sure the biggest difference will be soundstage. I loved my Hemps other than soundstage, which I thought was too small. RS1's, due to the larger chamber, have a larger soundstage compared to the rest of the reference series. If you're after a wider soundstage, definitely get...

I think most aren't huge fans of the 1e's. I'm looking for a decent RS1i myself. There's one on reverb but it's going to need a new cable. Guy says it's just frayed and needs some soldering but it's pretty beat. Not sure what Grado charges for refurb on those. Alessandro quoted me $100 to refurb...

Just wanna give everyone a heads up that dislike the recessed mids. Open up your cups, put clay and foam inside the enclosure, then put clay around the magnet side of the driver. Close back up and put these pads on them...

I'm not sure if you've purchased some already but I have an interesting option for you. Get some Monoprice Modern Retros and some clay and foam (I had some leftover from the Mayflower kit I got for my T50RP's) buy some angled pads from Accessory House on Amazon for $35. Add the clay and foam to...

Yeah, I actually had what happened to someone else happen to me, turned the volume up and the channel imbalance went away. I know there are some QC issues with these but hopefully the driver doesn't fail. Wonder how much Monoprice would charge to replace it if it does fail. They sound really...

Well, I've figured out that these have some channel imbalance issues. Right driver is a bit quieter than the left. I'm able to compensate using the Audio MIDI Setup on the Macbook though, so not really a huge deal.

Using these pads on my DJ100's and I think they sound better than the M50X pads (and my ears fit inside them better so more comfortable): https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32856091824.html

Just picked a pair of these up. They came with the stock wood cups and the very open 3D printed plates. Was really pleased with how they sounded, especially open. I like them more than my modded T50RP's, though I do think the T50's are pretty close. And they're way lighter, so better for...

My guess is that since you're on Head-Fi, the Hemps are probably worth it to you but only you can know that since value is subjective. My gf thinks I paid an insane amount of money for the Hemps but I think she paid an insane amount of money for her Airpods Pro, which sound like lifeless pieces...

I've always found their insistence a bit odd. They'll even go after guys like Steve Guttenberg. Dude has been reviewing headphones for decades and has heard probably every headphone made but still loves Grado and they kill him for it. Just seems strange to me that they're so abrasive about...

I agree, though there does seem to be some dissent. I was reading a review of the Hemps by someone on Head-Fi that said they sound the best with the Geekria L's. I disagree with that and it seems like most everyone else commenting here does as well.

Yeah, I think if more people would give these a chance, they'd change a lot of minds about Grado. I've read so many times (here and other forums) where people are saying Grado fans are only Grado fans because they haven't listened to actual good headphones and that has always struck a nerve a...