First post in ages.. how can I find serial number on a Grado RS-2?

[fjhuerta]

Hi all,

It's been so long since I last posted I would not be surprised anyone I ever knew is not here anymore! Anyway...

I got a very good deal on a set of RS-2s, and I couldn't pass it up ($220!). Since I also got a Little Tube MKIV as a pre, the natural thing was to combine them. I'm a bit disappointed about the RS-2s, but that's for another thread...

Anyway, as I was trying to get up to speed on YEARS of reading, I noticed many people kept referring to their Grados "serial number". I even saw where it was - engraved on the wooden chamber.

Mine doesn't have any serial number. They are also way darker than any pic of any RS-2 out there. I'd assume they are kinda old.

Do all RS-2s have serial numbers?

Do all Grados use the same freakin' transducer, or is it just me? (hey, question for another thread!)

 

[Blackmore]

They have to be vintage or semi-vintage. A lot of been said about RS1 with brown headband and wooden box, but how about RS2?

And the price is great

You must post some nice close pics to

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Originally Posted by fjhuerta /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hi all, It's been so long since I last posted I would not be surprised anyone I ever knew is not here anymore! Anyway... I got a very good deal on a set of RS-2s, and I couldn't pass it up ($220!). Since I also got a Little Tube MKIV as a pre, the natural thing was to combine them. I'm a bit disappointed about the RS-2s, but that's for another thread... Anyway, as I was trying to get up to speed on YEARS of reading, I noticed many people kept referring to their Grados "serial number". I even saw where it was - engraved on the wooden chamber. Mine doesn't have any serial number. They are also way darker than any pic of any RS-2 out there. I'd assume they are kinda old. Do all RS-2s have serial numbers? Do all Grados use the same freakin' transducer, or is it just me? (hey, question for another thread!)

 

[fjhuerta]

I'll try to post a pic later today. Hopefully, my phone will take decent enough pictures.

 

[Blackmore]

Please do not use those phone pics and borrow the camera from somebody.

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Originally Posted by fjhuerta /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'll try to post a pic later today. Hopefully, my phone will take decent enough pictures.

 

[kontai69]

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Originally Posted by fjhuerta /img/forum/go_quote.gif Mine doesn't have any serial number. They are also way darker than any pic of any RS-2 out there. I'd assume they are kinda old. Do all RS-2s have serial numbers?

Sounds like you have a really old one. TMK, older Grados did not have serial numbers. But yeah, the serial number is normally "scratched" on the side of each cup underneath the pads.

 

[Mortalcoil]

Give those babies some time to grow on you. Great deal , enjoy.

 

[fjhuerta]

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Originally Posted by Blackmore /img/forum/go_quote.gif Please do not use those phone pics and borrow the camera from somebody.

The Nokias aren't too bad at all! Check out the pics if you don't believe me.

 

[SweetAdeline]

What a sick deal. I'm so jealous.

I always wondered if the serial numbers are the same deal as the RS1 as well. My RS2s have a fairly dark wood, but they do have a serial number.

 

[Blackmore]

Great pics, thanks.

If you do not want them, just sell it to me. How about USD 300 shipped

 

[milkpowder]

Are you absolutely sure they're un numbered? Have you checked underneath the pads? The reason I ask is because I'm unsure whether or not Grado had started numbering their headphones at the time of the introduction of the RS-2.

Anyhow, congrats with the purchase. They look great!

 

[kamal007]

my rs2 is unserialized too. probably theyre semi vintage but nevertheless great deal. where did you get them?