So I had myself deadest on a set of SR325i's or RS1's, coming from owning a pair of 225's back in 2001 which I foolishly sold. But as I've read reviews around here, I see a set of cans that vie never considered before, which are the hifiman HE-5's. I'm more of a rock/prog rock listener, some...

NEW   RS1i - $451 RS2i - $321 SR225i - $130 SR80i - $64 SR60i - $51   http://www.soundbysinger.com/index.php?doc_id=387     DEMOS RS1 - $278 SR325i - $118 SR125i - $60 SR80i - $39 SR60i - $31   http://www.soundbysinger.com/index.php?doc_id=386   I don't...

I'm about to pull the trigger on the Grado RS1. Only thing is, I can't stand headphone amps or external DACs because of the desktop clutter... anyone think the RS1 just out of the headphone port on my Macbook will be overkill? Moving up from the SR60, will I really appreciate the difference...

Ok...another surprised person....I am really enjoying my music out of the Portapros. I'm really starting to think that higher quality headphones aren't for me...my two favorites have been the SR80 and the Portapros, despite having owned clearly technically superior headphones like the SR225...

  Hey all,    I was hoping that the collective wisdom of Head-Fi may be able to help me select the "right" headphones for my Father.   Here is the scenario: My Dad is a recovering audiophile. He owns B&W 801 + Krell KSA 80 + Audio Research amp + a digital transport + DA converter...

I have the chance to either purchase a pair of RS2's, the button model, for 375, or a pair of RS2i's for 445.  Both brand new. Is it worth it to shoot the extra 70 for the "i" model? Or should I save the money and get some amplification for my source (laptop and mobile devices)...     I...

Do they have enough differences and moods that it's worth having both or is it better to just get one, the best one?

So I'm looking to get a new set of headphones for about $500 to $700. Right now I'm leaning towards the Grado RS2i as it seems like it's not really worth the extra $$ for the RS1i. Thoughts? Other suggestions? I'm a fan of tubes and while I like crystal clear playback I'm okay with a little...

Hello all,   I listen to Indian classical music and songs with a lot of vocals. I also listen to Soft Rock, Power Ballads and some 80's pop. Some examples would be Dire Straits ( Sultans of Swing ) Aha ( hunting high and low ) Madonna ( Live to tell, La Isla Bonita ) Bon Jovi ( Wanted...

HD800 vs T1 vs RS1i vs D7000:   Source: Bluray/Soundcard Asus HDAV1.3 Amp: Corda Concerto   Genre: 50% Music / 50% Movies     Can't decied which one to get.

Hi,   I'm interested in getting an amp for my Grado RS1, but I want to be able to bring it around. I also use Shure 420s, and I'm not sure if an amp will improve it much. Does anyone have any suggestions? I would like to spend less than 200, but I'm will to go up to the 300 mark if need be. ...

What is the next noticable/satisfactory upgrade from the uDAC?   Must be compatible with a Macbook.   My amp is Little Dot I+ my headphones are the Grado RS-1. At some point I may add Sennheiser 600 or 650s.     Edit: I've been looking at the Dac-EXTASY (only $110 now... hmm)...

Hello Head-Fi'ers,   Due to various reasons, I have recently decided to sell my Mapletree Ear+ HD Super II (If you are intrested, see http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/503903/fs-mapletree-ear-hd-super-ii-230v-eu-tubes), which means - I need a new amp! After thinking about it for a while, I...

I'll keep this short and sweet - I'm after some opinions regarding my next step in portable audio.   What I have at the moment:  - iPhone 3GS  - Decent dedicated dock connector audio out  - Semi-decent headphone amp...

I am a happy owner of RS-1i, and am wondering what is or are the main differences between this "newer" model and the older one. I am aware that there is a different cable used, but what about the internals like the driver, etc... All information is appreciated.

That is my question. I have 500 to spend and i listen to alt/pop/emo/indie rock some techno and some not so hard hip/hop.   Grados are so split viewed on this forum and I wanna know what people think. Really   I'm looking at 325is, rs2, rs2i. 225i if someone thinks thats really the way to...

Wooaudio 6, Burson HA 160, Mad Ear + HD, or your suggestion.   Which will provide the best SYNERGY with the headphones below?   Grado RS1i, Denon D7000, AKG K701 will be the headphones.   Thank you buddies.

Okay I know there's like a million different threads about this particular topic but none addressed my particular concerns. So I'm a huge fan of Nirvana, Neil Young, and the Black Keys and was wondering what would be the best headphones for listening to these artists?

Grado Sr60i Grado Sr80i Grado Sr125 etc.   All in terms of price, comfort, durability, and whichever is worth the money for the best rock sound.

(skip to my question at the end if you don't want to read all of this.)   My college-fi system involves uDAC, Little Dot I+ (EF92 tubes), Grado RS-1, Grado SR-125. Don't really want to buy a new amp.   Its that 'time again' where I haven't bought any audio related products in a while. My...

  I got my first set of real headphones last year, the Grado SR 325i, and am really happy with them. I know they're accused of being slightly 'harsh' in the heigh notes but I feel this has gotten better after using them for a while and, not the least, with using them with a good source. I'm...

hi everyone, i am using little dot mki+ with grado rs1. But i can hear static noise an right channel. Nothing on left side. also i noticed that the noise is starting after 5 minutes when i turned on the amp. I mean everything is normal at first. What do you suggest me to do? Is there any...

Anyone used one of these? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...768597593&rd=1 or this one? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...767198410&rd=1 and this one? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...767753906&rd=1 Comments?

My bowls are getting worn down. Thinking about getting some new bowls or maybe TTVJ flats. Not sure / never used the flats. I like my bowls though. Much more so than the 'comfies' / 's-cushion'.   Do you prefer Flats or Bowls? Why?   Please only vote if you are using RS-1s :)

Spread the love. Let's hear your story about how much you love your MAD Ear+ Purist HD. My story: I had some very specific ideas in mind for my MAD Ear+ Purist HD. The main reason for the purchase was to make my RS-1 and PS-1s sound glorious (a legendary Head-Fi synergy - do a search...