The advertisment is no more active, but it is an RS2e with aluminium gimbals, beautiful audio pads and 4.4mm balanced connection. And balck leather band.
I have seen that on Ebay some days ago!
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I have seen that on Ebay some days ago!
carboncopy
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Thanks! Does it have any special meaning that the driver is black (and not red)? It was stated explicitly in the description, but I don’t know if it’s super inportant or not...
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That’s it. I just bought it on ebay.
My new RS2e also had black drivers. The PS500e has red drivers. But i think that does not mean anything.
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Got the HD800S 75th LE recently
had to let go of either Hemp or HD700
HD700 is going. While I feel it is technically superior to Hemp, Hemp offers a more different experience from HD800S that is more interesting. HD700 I don't see myself needing anymore.
had to let go of either Hemp or HD700
HD700 is going. While I feel it is technically superior to Hemp, Hemp offers a more different experience from HD800S that is more interesting. HD700 I don't see myself needing anymore.
Joaquin Dinero
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I *think* its just an expression of the relative vintage of the model. As in, maybe earlier ones were black, and then they switched to red, or vice-versa. I dont know the specifics for the RS2. But some people *cough* are obsessive collectors who pay attention to these things.
Does anybody have any thoughts on the Schiit Lyr 3 for Grados? It’s so powerful I wonder if there would be audible hiss. I like the idea of a headphone and amp combo both made by small American companies.
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http://www.garage1217.com/garage1217_diy_tube_headphone_amplifiers_002.htm
heard this is better
$295 built with aluminum chassis, budget for gold lion 12au7 for better quality
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http://www.garage1217.com/garage1217_diy_tube_headphone_amplifiers_002.htm
heard this is better
Thanks but I’m absolutely not a DIYer.
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The $295 price includes them building it for you. the diy kit is $259.
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The red ones are more likely to clash with some outfits... the black drivers will work with almost any attire. But perhaps red is the new black...
I have an earlier Lyr, (not the Lyr3) which I found it to work quite nicely with all the Grados that I tried. It is fairly powerful, have not run into any noise issues. If you wanted me to try a particular Grado let me know and if I have it I will try it. I currently have the following model Grados at home: SR60e, GH3, Hemp, RS2, GH1, GH2, PS500e, RS1 vintage, GS2000e, GS3000e, PS2000e.
The red ones are more likely to clash with some outfits... the black drivers will work with almost any attire. But perhaps red is the new black...
Clash in what way?
AudioJunkie
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I use the Lyr 3 with my GS1000i, GH1 and PS500. It's a fantastic match with Grado headphones I think. It has a smooth, slightly laid back but still exciting sound. I like the combination of tube and solid state. There is no hiss on low gain with my Grado headphones. High gain there can be a very small amount of hiss. It's a very well made amp.
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Impressive Grado collection!I have an earlier Lyr, (not the Lyr3) which I found it to work quite nicely with all the Grados that I tried. It is fairly powerful, have not run into any noise issues. If you wanted me to try a particular Grado let me know and if I have it I will try it. I currently have the following model Grados at home: SR60e, GH3, Hemp, RS2, GH1, GH2, PS500e, RS1 vintage, GS2000e, GS3000e, PS2000e.
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