First of all, let me start by saying that if you're basing it off of these so called tier lists and opinions (more like rambling for content) by certain folks in the community and you're new to the hobby, you're probably biased towards not liking not only this particular headphone very much, but any Grado itself. There's a demand for this kind of content and they're supplying it, it's simple. We're full of newcomers and enthusiastic kids who love this kind of content for fanboying/confirmation bias, they will keep parroting everything that these guys...

Let me start by saying that the upper mid focused sound signature might not be to everyone's liking (especially if you value a neutral and less energetic tonality) even though it's not aggressive nor overemphasized. It's tastefully done so. Treble is spicy but not overwhelming, very good extension. Overall, tons of micro details too. If you prefer a more calm and neutral presentation, maybe the Hexa will be your cup of tea. Personally, I found the Olina SE more musical and resolving than the Hexa, especially because I listen mostly to Rock of every...

Got this as my first planar since I was curious to see how it sounded like. At first, I wanted the PR2 V1 (which was freaking awesome for the price) but since that black mesh fiasco, I decided to get the PR1 Pro. When I tried it for the first time (using with my phone and a good dongle) it sounded like total garbage, the treble was crap, couldn't bear it. Immediate regret. With a nice DAC and after a little bit of EQ tweaking, it actually surprised me. Would I recommend it at its price range? Probably not. Cheaper stuff are on the same level (if not...