Hey everyone, I've narrowed my search for new cans down to the Grado RS1 and the Hifiman HE-5. My musical preference is mainly indie/rock (Vampire Weekend/The Foals etc) and Ambient/Post-Rock (Sigur Ros/Riceboy Sleeps/Jonsi etc), though I also listen to a bit of death metal/folk/acoustic also...

Has anyone else had this issue? Ok, so it's 2:30am and I'm shirtless, about ready for bed, but for some reason just can't get Charlie Haden out of my head. Don't know how he got in there, but I need to grab one of his albums and give it a spin before I hit the hay. So I reach for my trusty...

Hey everyone. Looking for some experienced grado fans to help me out with my next set of cans. I am currently a fairly happy owner of the ATH-AD900s. They have a beautiful, clear and bright sound, but at the same time lack a little punch which a little extra bass can give. I also find they can...

I decided to start to make the metal gimbal replacement for the plastic yokes that come on the RS-2 here are some pictures of what I've got so far (I still need to drill the holes for the pegs and metal rod that attaches to the L R blocks)     The question is do you guys think they...

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Anyone had a chance to compare the old version with the new. There's gotta be some Grado fans out there that are dying to know if they sound any different!

I've read so many reviews on this site about seriously cheap headphones, and some seriously expensive headphones. They all have everything in common. "Deep, extended soundstage; tight, punchy bass; smooth treble...". They all "impress" everyone right out of the box EVEN BEFORE BURN-IN! As if...

I've decided to get another pair of Grados over a headphone amp. I was recommended the HF-2s but I can't seem to find them online for sale anywhere. I want to get a pair that will be a good upgrade over my Sr225is, which I love absolutely. I was looking at the Gs1000is, or one of the Reference...

i know this unit is not specifically meant as a headphone amp, but i use as such with my SR-80 and my UE Superfi's. i will soon be in possession of a gently used pair of RS-1s. i was wondering if the bellari would be a good amp for these phones or if i should drop some coin and get a new...

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An informal poll of headphones with the best midrange: ATH-AD2000 Grado RS1 AKG K501 AKG K240(600oms) and other variants DT 48 (variants) EDIT: ESW9 & 10 Other (...) The Midrange Champion Is? So far in the thread, it's seems to point to the R10. Thought it would be the akgs.

I will not be getting dr dre beats anymore. I have narrowed my choices to 3. Bowers and willkins p5s, Grado Rs1i's or the Senheisser hd 650's. Which would you recommend and will my macbook pro and astro mixamp be good enough to power these to their full potential.

My headphone repertoire is: Sennheiser HD 800 Beyerdynamic Tesla T1 Audeze LCD-2 Ultrasone Edition 8 Ruthenium Beyerdynamic DT770 600 ohm Grado RS1i Denon D5000   I listen mainly to classic rock, progressive rock, and hard rock with a bit of classical and dubstep mixed in.  ...

Looking for some rock headphones under $400-$450.   My amp is the WA6.   Suggestions?

i have a pair of grado225I and looking to get a little bit more out of them, because they are my favorite in the grado line, How is the synergy between them and the headsix?. or a reccomendation of similar costing amps. but headsix would be my first in line to purchase.

My recently purchased Rs1s sound crappy compared to my 225s when using a portable player. I thought the 32 ohm impedence would make them sound just as good or even better. Could i have a faulty pair?

You guys have me convinced to purchase a set of Grado cans over the Sennheiser HD-555s.  Here is some background information before I ask my questions:   1.  They will be used mostly with an iPod and a nuforce icon moblie amp and PC (looking to upgrade my sound card).   2.  Sources will...

I have had my Grado RS1's since 2004 and love them very much. I am now thinking on adding the PS1000 to my line up. I have not been able to listen to the PS1000, so my question is, my ears are really in tune with the RS1 and will I notice that BIG of a difference going from the RS1 to the...

My birthday is coming up. I am getting headphones. And I was thinking... Is the SR225 worth the $100 step up from the MS1? I hear they have similar sound signatures (more laid back Grado's) but the SR225 is a little more refined. Also is the SR125 worth the $50 more? I have never tried Grado's...

I was wondering if I pair my W5000 with WA2 or maybe WA6SE comparing to HA5000 what will I gain and loss in sound signature. Thank you for your answer, Charlotte

I was reading a few other threads and it got me thinking what would be my perfect headphone experience. It would be great to see what the rest of you guys have as your audio nirvana.   Currently have:    Home: PC --> Corda Cantate --> HD600 (w. cardas) / AKG K701   Portable: iPod...

Hi all, Once upon a time there were some posts about modding Grado drivers with some kind of sticky tack to mimic the tack seen in the higher end Grado cans. Searching for the threads here and on headwize has produced nothing useful. What I am looking for mainly is: 1) what type of stuffs...

Have anyone compared their MS1000 with the high end grados? Is the MS1000 a good contender? or the MS1000 sound just another sub 400 range can?

Introduction & Background I was given the opportunity to test out the Grado GS1000 headphones by Head-Fi member Zanth. He is currently running the Headphone Loan Programme [LINK], which includes a several pairs of Grado headphones: SR-60, GS1000, and an RS-1/RS-2 combo pack. If you meet the...

My brother is planning on buying a pair of Grado RS-1s which he is gonna use mainly for rock, He won't be using them all the time so I wanna sneak in some time with them . When I listen I switch between rock, hiphop, and electronic. I've read the Grados are great with rock but are they really...