You MUST get flat pads -- these phones rock with them compared to bowl pads.

I have flats and bowls for my sr225s and flats are much better. And more comfy (non abrasive) too

OK i tossed on the bowl pads and the soudn changed

Hey guys i previously owned HD 280s with a CHA 47. Now i have some grado SR225s (unamped). Both phones were hooked into an m audio revolution. Anyways the first thing in noticed about the grados was how small and light they are compared to the HD 280s vs Also MY GOD the bass thumps on the...

What do you guys think of the OPA637? Tangent says it is actually quicker than the OPA627 (he prefers the OPA637 between the 2) but requires more gain, the reason i ask is b/c thats all norm has in stock right now. And i really don't wanna be like at a 9 o clock pots position

Quote: Originally Posted by Earwax Tangent says the AP and BP sound alike. http://tangentsoft.net/audio/opamps.html Thanks earwax you've been most helpful FYI i'll be going with Headsave classic with dual OPA627AP (cheaper version) opamps and Elpac 24V power.

Quote: Originally Posted by Earwax The "dual" 627 is because the 627 only comes in a single channel chip, the others you have listed have 2 channels in one chip, so no need for doubling up. i see, i see Any idea about OPA627AP vs OPA627BP...

Quote: Originally Posted by sacd lover The new gilmore lite is an excellent amp, fits your budget and its designed for grados. I second that recommendation. No doubt but i'm thinking about it a little more and right now i really want to spend more like $1XX on an amp.

Quote: Originally Posted by sbulack For about $145 new, the Headsave Classic (stock OPA2227 opamp + 24v PSU) will complement the SR225's very well. Take a look at the Classic at www.headsave.com Would the best setup be to go with dual OPA627 and the 24V elpac power supply? How...

What gain an opamps woudl be best for grado phones?

Hey guys i might be able to acquire a meta 42 in a trade for some speakers i have. Would this be a good pairing for grado headphones or would a gilmore lite or RA1 be far better off?

Not really sure about budget but honestly i can not fathom spending $300 or more.

Hey guys i'm looking for an amp that is AC powered, to be used at home. I will be hooking it into an M audio Revolution and listening to EAC + Lame 320 Kbit MP3s all ripped from original CDs. I will be getting some grado SR 225s with bowl pads/flat pads and i'm also getting a grado 1/4" to 1/8"...

Quote: Originally Posted by Mr.Radar From what I've read the SR-325 is so bright it only sounds good with heavy metal rock, while the SR-225 is one of the best cans for all rock in general. The MS2 is more neutral and less fun than the SR's but that makes it a better all-around can...

Hmm decisions, decisions 325: Looks better MS2: Looks better 225: Slimmer Profile Anyone want to add any comments about sound?