[ruhenheiM]

possibly gs1000i

 

[ruthieandjohn]

However, the lighter finish makes me think it could be a GS1000 original. But if pressed, I'd guess GS1000i.

 

[Lavakugel]

I think it's about 5 years old so maybe GS1000i is possible. I have to try and get it

 

[Lavakugel]

 

[ruthieandjohn]

Five years old would definitely be GS1000i. But even if it's an original GS1000, people who like the GS1000i also like the GS1000. Member @stacker45 comes to mind, I think.

 

[whirlwind]

Five years old would definitely be GS1000i. But even if it's an original GS1000, people who like the GS1000i also like the GS1000. Member @stacker45 comes to mind, I think.

Yes, and I think @jaywillin really liked this headphone also.

 

[BobG55]

GS1000 errrr .... no .... GS1000i ..... errrr ????

 

[Lavakugel]

It's already gone. Money-head bought it

 

[ruthieandjohn]

so sorry. Still looking for a GR10e?

 

[headfry]

so sorry. Still looking for a GR10e?

Speaking of the GR10e, as these are now a few years old I was wondering if they likely represent the best value for a Grado-head
such as myself looking for a great sounding IEM? And if possible, how do they compare with other and/or more recent designs from other manufacurers?

 

[ruhenheiM]

Speaking of the GR10e, as these are now a few years old I was wondering if they likely represent the best value for a Grado-head
such as myself looking for a great sounding IEM? And if possible, how do they compare with other and/or more recent designs from other manufacurers?

+1

i also curious how gr10e holds up. i've tried several iem not all of them of course but from what i demo, i really like uerm and jh13,currently i'm using shure se846 but i'm not really a fans of these

 

[dannyvstheworld]

I'm also very curious about GR10e. It's strange that I've found quite a few reviews about GR8e, but not so much info about 10e the e version.

I've heard that these are one of the most comfortable universal in ears. The only concern is that they don't have detachable cables.. but why should I expect it being detachable, it's a Grado..

 

[ruthieandjohn]

Reviews that I research said that the GR10e > GR10 > GR8. I have not verified these directly, but just went and purchased the GR10e.

The GR10e is VERY Grado-like in its response.... wonderful clear transparent treble, with a "you-are-there" effect, and subdued but precise bass. They are the tiniest IEM I have had... they pop into your ear in an instant, no fussing with wetting the tip or opening your mouth as you insert them or pulling down on your earlobe (of course you can still do that if you want to pretend to be an audio file! ). Their cord is very light, flexible, and is rubber coated, and as compared to many thin IEM cords, is NOT subject to tangle. They nicely coil into the Grado clamshell IEM case I got for them. The jack is small enough to fit into even an iPhone case where they forget to ream out the diameter of the jack hole (unlike Grado on-ear headphones). They are small enough that once in your ear, you can lie on your side with that ear under your head. They put a little bump on the left earpiece so you can distinguish L from R when putting them on in the dark.

The only comparably-priced IEM that I have is the Sony XBA-Z5, which is much bassier. I prefer the GR10e sound, but like the difference of the XBA-Z5 for a change. I have the $700 Final Audio Design Heaven VIII, and I prefer the sound of the GR10e (Gr10e is also about 3dB more sensitive). I have the $999 AKG K3003i and prefer its sound over the GR10e sound.

Hope this helps!

 

[headfry]

Reviews that I research said that the GR10e > GR10 > GR8. I have not verified these directly, but just went and purchased the GR10e.

The GR10e is VERY Grado-like in its response.... wonderful clear transparent treble, with a "you-are-there" effect, and subdued but precise bass. They are the tiniest IEM I have had... they pop into your ear in an instant, no fussing with wetting the tip or opening your mouth as you insert them or pulling down on your earlobe (of course you can still do that if you want to pretend to be an audio file! ). Their cord is very light, flexible, and is rubber coated, and as compared to many thin IEM cords, is NOT subject to tangle. They nicely coil into the Grado clamshell IEM case I got for them. The jack is small enough to fit into even an iPhone case where they forget to ream out the diameter of the jack hole (unlike Grado on-ear headphones). They are small enough that once in your ear, you can lie on your side with that ear under your head. They put a little bump on the left earpiece so you can distinguish L from R when putting them on in the dark.

The only comparably-priced IEM that I have is the Sony XBA-Z5, which is much bassier. I prefer the GR10e sound, but like the difference of the XBA-Z5 for a change. I have the $700 Final Audio Design Heaven VIII, and I prefer the sound of the GR10e (Gr10e is also about 3dB more sensitive). I have the $999 AKG K3003i and prefer its sound over the GR10e sound.

Hope this helps!

Thanks so much for your detailed response, very helpful. That only your IEM that costs more than double has a better sound speaks volumes about
the value per dollar that Grado's give.....love the Grado warmth and you are there effect, so I predict that the GR10e will be my IEM's someday as well!

 

[ruhenheiM]

any impression for merino pad?