Well it's that time of year again guys, I've been through many great headphones, MD2000's, HD650's, AKG K 701, AKG K 242 HD, M2's, ue700. From each experience I have learned more about my own musical tastes and sound preferences, I have also experienced what each of these has to offer.   I...

OK I play my flac collection on my PC through an Essence STX card to a pair of Alessandro MS2i   I have been thinking about getting a Schitt Valhalla (tube coolness is a factor here) but the sound of the RS1s I heard a while back has been haunting me.   So hmm... the amp or sell the MS2s...

whats up music lovers. just curious about peoples daily routine, headphone wise.  what phones do you take out with you, and which do you think about coming home to?   on the go i roll with sr225s. I used to be wary about bringing them outside, but now i cant help it.   then i come home...

I’ve been comparing some of the Grado line.   Eventually, I’ll be adding much of these impressions to the “20 Headphones Reviewed Thread”.   I was not a Grado fan for a long time because their ergonomic design bothered me.  It still does in some ways, but the sound quality has grown on...

I have always read about grados hurting ears and through my experience with the grado line I never experienced this. I bought a pair of RS1s for myslef during christmas and have had them stuck to my head daily at work. I am now developing callus on my outer ear. They are red and puffy and are...

I've been powering AKG K240 Sextett with Almarro A205a MkII, and Jee Whiz, this thing almost sounds like a Grado, notably RS-1, in the midrange. RS-1 has better bass, but Sextett has better upper-mid/treble smoothness... BTW, anyone know what kind of glue works best to repair a...

Hello,   I tried searching but haven't found a good answer.   I was wondering how the DAC component of Icon HD compared to uDAC2. Is it worth upgrading? Would I see an immediate improvement with only a grado 60? (I hope to try Senn hd 650 someday..hopefully not too soon)     HD...

The sole purpose of this thread is to bring together those of us who appreciate the PS1000 headphones . Please share your experience with music, components, and modifications that allow you to get the most out of your headphones.

Hi All   I’ve had the pleasure of listening to the Denon AH-A100 100th anniversary limited edition/production headphones at the Manchester Hi-Fi show in the UK over the weekend. I had my iPod [Latest] with myself on that day so I could give you impressions running them straight-off the...

Looking for a replacement set of l/r blocks for my rs1s. I have been flipping back and forth with a jmoney headband and the blocks need to be replaced now. Anyone know of anywhere to get a set. I have searched online but have not found a set. Even a metal set would be nice.

Hey guys,   Years ago when I got into headphones, the top cans were the K701, HD595, HD650, RS1, etc.  I get in and out every couple years and my last purchase was the HFI 780, which I'm quite pleased with.   I just noticed how dramatically the price has dropped on the 595 and 701, and...

  Hey guys, I just got my Mapletree Ear HD+, on Saturday morning, from Olias (who is an awesome dude, I'd buy from him again, any day) and I am so impressed.   I read a lot about the pairing of the RS1 and Mapletree and there's no surprised it's that raved about. They pair so well, it's...

I received these for xmas on sort of a gamble. I heard the beyer line on a couple different setups at canjam and only moderately liked them. But, they were the only phones I liked at all there aside from the other beyer stuff, PS1, and the AKG 701/702. I've basically been a grado guy for years...

We talk about how headphones sound all the time, and I thought it would be interesting for those of us who are also very visual to talk about looks. Which headphones in your opinion are the most visually beautiful? I was thinking of maybe doing a poll, but then it would have to include way too...

I am seeking a headphone with a weighty  low end and a wide sound stage. Im willing make a comprimise on transparancy, but Im hoping a wider soundstage will help on the instrument separation and detail. The headphones would shine with male vocals and bass guitar. With many headphones male vocals...

The lower end models have the plastic outer shell and plastic for the inner shell too.   The 325 and ms2 have metal outer shell and plastic inner shell.  Magnum mod changes that to an Al inner shell.   The HF2 has metal outer shell and wood inner shell.   What do the RS1 and RS2...

Ive recently acquired some Grado RS-1's however they clearly have something disloged in the right ear cup, there is a huge rattle from low frequencies and when simply shaking the headphones while their turned off.  Has anyone got any idea prior knowledge of such problems?   i was thinking...

Hey everyone! I haven't posted in a good while, but couldn't think of a better group to share my good news with!   Tonight, I came up on an awesome deal. I was going through my local San Diego Craigslist, searched "Grado" and the title, "high end headphone - $150" came up. I originally...

I just ordered a new pair of Grado 325is and the uDac-2 amp to play on my iPod and computer. I play mostly FLAC/Apple lossless. What can I expect from the headphone/amp combo? And what is the difference between the 325is and the 325i? Does anyone like one more than the other?

  UPDATE:   I received my new RS1i's today via FedEx and they are absolutely perfect! Now I shall spend the next three days listening to them. Mr. Chen came through as promised and I will have to say that if anyone has an issue with Grado in the future that they should contact him...

Hi all, I am new to audiophile world and in just about 2 years Ive changed a lot of equipment. Im ready to shed a lot of money that i dont really have, about 1100£ to get a Grado RS1 with an RA1 amp. Ive never listened to them and this is why I need your advice. Would I get a better deal If I...

Okay guys I'm thinking of splurging on these bad boys.   http://www.lawtonaudio.com/page5.html   First and foremost I just got an Audio GD-FUN (Version A -- AD1852, DIR9001) and it seems it's got more than enough power for my HD595 (Sennheiser) cans right now so I'm sure it can power the...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140490122266   Wondering if this is a good deal.   Obviously these need some work. Is Grado still offering restoration services for these?

If you had to choose one of these two headphones for Jazz and Acoustic Rock, which one would you choose? Thanks Greg

I'm in the fase of trying all kinds of headphones, thinking about Senns 600/650, DT880 now, but there's a little voice in my head saying 'if you save 2-3 cans, just buy the LCD-2's immediately'. Just skip a couple of cans and go for Audeze right away.   I have to read some more about this...