Hello! which model of these do you recommend? I can get both these for exactly the same price so that doesn't matter. What i like about these are that they both sound like Grados but with a bit smoother highs. I like airy sound with normal to big soundstage and i most often listen to rock...

Around Christmas, I picked up a pair of 325is which I thought were quite nice but took the plunge to upgrade quickly to the PS500's. It was not a night and day difference, but after spending about a week with them I found I enjoyed the PS500's more and they are staying. After going through less...

Hi Guys,   Haven't posted for many years but I am getting back into headphones and was looking for your opinions:   Situation   I have a gift certificate for a local toronto store for $500.  I can either buy the Sen HD650 or PS500.     Source   My source is going to be an...

Hello, Currently I have Fubar 4(using only as a DAC)->Vincent KHV-1(AMP)->AKG 701 . I would like to upgrade to something better and more bass oriented. I will keep my AKG 701 and I want something that has different sound signature. I listen mainly to Indie and alternative. My favorites are...

It's been two weeks since i got my PS-500,and so far i'm impressed, i had the chance to comprare them with the RS1i for a few days,and i'm glad i did,because i was initially set on getting the RS1i and never thought for a moment about the PS-500.But after reading so many favorable reviews i...

First off, "thanks" Todd (TTVJAudio), quality service, I wanted to get these next day air and was pulled into a client meeting and forgot to get my web order in and he was nice enough to call me back to remind me =). Will definitely be my first option buying new toys. OK back to the goods.  ...

:) Recently i decided to upgrade to a new pair of cans, and i came to the conclusion of the following two, D5000 / PS-500. I intend on upgrading my amps later on after i get the headphones themselves, how ever the types of music i listen to include vocals, acoustics and a tiny bit of everything...

With the recent announcement of Denon doing away with the 5000/7000's it has kind of put my next set headphones on a accelerated path.   I was not figuring on doing this upgrade right now, and figured I had lots of time to search and make well informed decision. Well I tried searching on...

Hey all,     I work at a record store that is a grado dealer.  They have all the lower end models and they sell pretty well.  I was never very interested in the lower end stuff though so I never thought much of it.  Recently the topic of headphones came up and I mentioned that I have quite a...

Hi guys:)   I was reading almost all threads about this subject:D     But i wanted an opinion specific to my system.     CD - Marantz cd 63 - mkII KI signature   portable source - hippo gumstick , cowon i9 ,   amp - jds labs c-421 2227 and cmoyBB     headphones -...

Hello,   I'm close to picking a new pair of cans and need some help. Right now it's either the Grado PS500 vs RS1i. I dig both of them but I'm having a hard time choosing between them. I like the balance of the PS500 plus it's a $100 bucks cheaper but also dug the crisp high end of the RS1i...

What do you guys think? How do the two headphone's bass compare with each others?

Hello All,   I’m thinking about getting a Grado PS500 based on many positive reviews, and also because I have always been intrigued about the Grado’s line. Problem is there is no way to hear this pair of cans beforehand where I live (or any other Grado as a matter of fact), which leads to my...

Hi all,   Firstly, thank you for taking the time to read this. I own the m-audio bx8 d2 studio monitors (active speakers) and the grado ps500 headphone. My interface is the asus xonar essence st (pci).   That said, i'm interested in getting a dac and an amp that allows me to connect...

I want a setup thats going to get the most out of it. The absolute max I'm willing to spend is 200 dollars on an amp and 150 on a DAC. I was thinking about the O2 + HRT MusicStreamer II combo, would that be good for the PS500. This may be off topic but some headphones are demanding in the...

After some thinking, i've decided to expand my budget to 700 dollars. I'm looking for an open headphone which will be best for rock, heavy metal, and pop rock. One thing I strongly dislike is laid back headphones. I want my headphone to sound alive and exciting, but most importantly, fun...

Bottom Line Up Front... I hear NO difference with vs without amp!  Sound is indistinguishably excellent either way.   I just received the Fiio E12 (Mont Blanc) headphone amplifier, which I ordered for use with my iPod Touch 5 (and iPod Classic 7) and my new Grado PS-500 headphones.   The...

Hello, Newbie right here ^_^... well kinda... I've been playing with my friend's audio gears for a while and I'm beginning to get really interested.    I currently use a Schiit Bifrost + Lyr + Grado Ps 500 (Got from my friend for 1000$ altogether a few months ago ^_^)  Anyways...I am...

What Desktop Amps are a great match for Grado PS500.  I am looking for the best match regardless of price up to $1,000.  I am considering the following:   Shiit Asgard Burson Soloist Phonitor Auditor JDS Labs Objective 2   How are these with the PS500s?  Should I be looking at...

I would like to know how good are the Grado Ps-500's. From what i've read they're one of the best of the Grado Lineups. I am very interested in purchasing the PS500. I would like to know the sound signature and what cush pads are best for them. Thankyou :)

Hello, As a newbie, I am just seeing if anyone can see a glaring problem with my proposal. I would appreciate any thoughts as I have also considered the Sen.650, and the Grado RS1i. Thank you! Greg

As the title says the Grado's are better.. I have had both now for a few weeks and listened to them on a few different amps and source material.. I thought the Beyer's were going to e it for me but the Grado's are just more full, have a bigger sound and just hit hard in the bass. Guitars of...

Just a silly question I was wondering if IEM are any better than open air headphones. What do you think?

I've owned the SR60 and SR80/I both many years ago and just last year. Most recently I owned the Beyer DT880 pro 250 ohm. While I think the Grado is an amazing value for the price, very clear and dynamic, listening to the Beyers confirmed some feelings I had about these Grados. Listening to the...

Hi i like most  types of music and would like some pointers please before i waste my money. Some of the Amp/dac's i looked at .. Matrix mini portable ...Fostex HP-P1....P51 Mustang..  Predator.. Indruder.... . I want a portable set up then i need some help with my HiFi set up re  Cd player , Amp...