[oryan_dunn]

I was looking into the Geekria pads, and it's somewhat difficult to figure out the differences on the pads given the descriptions on Amazon. They all have SEO style product names that don't do a good job differentiating them apart. They don't seem to be listed on the Geekria site, nor listed in the GeekriaDirect page on Amazon. Below are the links along with what I think the names are. You can let me know if I've got this right. Also, are there any tests comparing these various pads?

Geekria S: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012MANFFC
Geekria L: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B2H4FVY
Geekria G: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0155XZLUU

Geekria F? Quarter Mod S? Weird S? Donut? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TGCDHL2
Geekria LL? Weird L? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0155XZJ4I
Geekria Weird G? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0839KDL1W

I wouldn't mind trying something else on my SR60i as these pads aren't that expensive. I have the S pads on it now that came on it, I also have a pair of Grado L pads that I swap on at times. The LL/weird L above look interesting. Given what others have said, I'm not sure the larger G pads would be for me.

I'm 37, but according to Mimi, my hearing is worse that 95% of people my age, so I probably like a bit more treble, but the SR60i (with either S or L pad), could probably use a bit more bass, not sure if any of the above pads could help with that.

 

[SomeGuyDude]

I was looking into the Geekria pads, and it's somewhat difficult to figure out the differences on the pads given the descriptions on Amazon. They all have SEO style product names that don't do a good job differentiating them apart. They don't seem to be listed on the Geekria site, nor listed in the GeekriaDirect page on Amazon. Below are the links along with what I think the names are. You can let me know if I've got this right. Also, are there any tests comparing these various pads?

Geekria S: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012MANFFC
Geekria L: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B2H4FVY
Geekria G: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0155XZLUU

Geekria F? Quarter Mod S? Weird S? Donut? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TGCDHL2
Geekria LL? Weird L? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0155XZJ4I
Geekria Weird G? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0839KDL1W

I wouldn't mind trying something else on my SR60i as these pads aren't that expensive. I have the S pads on it now that came on it, I also have a pair of Grado L pads that I swap on at times. The LL/weird L above look interesting. Given what others have said, I'm not sure the larger G pads would be for me.

I'm 37, but according to Mimi, my hearing is worse that 95% of people my age, so I probably like a bit more treble, but the SR60i (with either S or L pad), could probably use a bit more bass, not sure if any of the above pads could help with that.

On the SR60 get the Comfort pads with the hole in the middle. IMO they open the sr80 up beautifully, so I think they should do something similar on the sr60i. They don't kill that beefy "punch", just give a bit of extra top end love.

 

[Heyyoudvd]

Well, I've been posting in this thread for a while regarding my will I / won't I desire to pick up a Hemp. My only Grado is an original SR60, which I've always loved but I wanted to upgrade to something higher end that retains the Grado sound.

My initial inclination was an RS2e, but after seeing all the reviews of the Hemp, that became the new frontrunner and I couldn't decide whether to take the plunge.

Today I took the plunge.

Damn, these sound awesome. No regrets here at all. They're like my SR60 but far more refined, a much better low end, and they're physically beautiful. The comfort isn't great, so these aren't wear-all-day headphones, as you need to take a break every little while, but I knew that going in.


While I was at the store, I think the clerk was trying to murder me. I decided to try the Empyreans (Hey, if I have the opportunity to try $3000 headphones, why wouldn't I?) Well, he plugged them into a Chord Hugo 2 and apparently he didn't know how the volume controls worked on that. I got to experience the Hugo 2 at maximum volume. And then he tried to fix it. He was unsuccessful. I got to experience maximum volume not once, but twice. I thought I was going to go deaf...

Before that, I got to try the 99 Classics. Very nice sound. I opted for the Hemp because they're more detailed and I love Grados, but to the average person looking to get into hifi audio, the 99 Classics would be a great buy.

I also got to try out the GH4 and compare them to the Hemp. I definitely preferred the Hemp.

 

[Stevko]

Someone stop me from getting the GH4. Got a person in my area selling one for $500.

Used gear for the right price can always be sold later with no loss

 

[Stevko]

It's a 325is which came in chrome but there was an issue with the chroming, so Grado then started powder coating the 325is in a metallic silver which carried over to the current 325e.

Thank u. Don’t wanna buy peeling chrome. But other Grados with chorme are a bit expensive for me...
I like chrome

 

[Stevko]

Well, I've been posting in this thread for a while regarding my will I / won't I desire to pick up a Hemp. My only Grado is an original SR60, which I've always loved but I wanted to upgrade to something higher end that retains the Grado sound.

My initial inclination was an RS2e, but after seeing all the reviews of the Hemp, that became the new frontrunner and I couldn't decide whether to take the plunge.

Today I took the plunge.

Damn, these sound awesome. No regrets here at all. They're like my SR60 but far more refined, a much better low end, and they're physically beautiful. The comfort isn't great, so these aren't wear-all-day headphones, as you need to take a break every little while, but I knew that going in.


While I was at the store, I think the clerk was trying to murder me. I decided to try the Empyreans (Hey, if I have the opportunity to try $3000 headphones, why wouldn't I?) Well, he plugged them into a Chord Hugo 2 and apparently he didn't know how the volume controls worked on that. I got to experience the Hugo 2 at maximum volume. And then he tried to fix it. He was unsuccessful. I got to experience maximum volume not once, but twice. I thought I was going to go deaf...

Before that, I got to try the 99 Classics. Very nice sound. I opted for the Hemp because they're more detailed and I love Grados, but to the average person looking to get into hifi audio, the 99 Classics would be a great buy.

I also got to try out the GH4 and compare them to the Hemp. I definitely preferred the Hemp.

Returned my 99 classic the day after I recived them. Too dark and poir quality. Loose cup one one side. Dealer sent me a pair of 225 instead. Now I have buyed grado number 2.

 

[Stevko]

I was looking into the Geekria pads, and it's somewhat difficult to figure out the differences on the pads given the descriptions on Amazon. They all have SEO style product names that don't do a good job differentiating them apart. They don't seem to be listed on the Geekria site, nor listed in the GeekriaDirect page on Amazon. Below are the links along with what I think the names are. You can let me know if I've got this right. Also, are there any tests comparing these various pads?

Geekria S: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012MANFFC
Geekria L: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B2H4FVY
Geekria G: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0155XZLUU

Geekria F? Quarter Mod S? Weird S? Donut? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TGCDHL2
Geekria LL? Weird L? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0155XZJ4I
Geekria Weird G? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0839KDL1W

I wouldn't mind trying something else on my SR60i as these pads aren't that expensive. I have the S pads on it now that came on it, I also have a pair of Grado L pads that I swap on at times. The LL/weird L above look interesting. Given what others have said, I'm not sure the larger G pads would be for me.

I'm 37, but according to Mimi, my hearing is worse that 95% of people my age, so I probably like a bit more treble, but the SR60i (with either S or L pad), could probably use a bit more bass, not sure if any of the above pads could help with that.

Can’t hear any any annoying treble on my grados. There are some tests files on internet, deezer etc. I can hear 17 KHz

 

[544322]

I was looking into the Geekria pads, and it's somewhat difficult to figure out the differences on the pads given the descriptions on Amazon. They all have SEO style product names that don't do a good job differentiating them apart. They don't seem to be listed on the Geekria site, nor listed in the GeekriaDirect page on Amazon. Below are the links along with what I think the names are. You can let me know if I've got this right. Also, are there any tests comparing these various pads?

Geekria S: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012MANFFC
Geekria L: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B2H4FVY
Geekria G: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0155XZLUU

Geekria F? Quarter Mod S? Weird S? Donut? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TGCDHL2
Geekria LL? Weird L? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0155XZJ4I
Geekria Weird G? : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0839KDL1W

I wouldn't mind trying something else on my SR60i as these pads aren't that expensive. I have the S pads on it now that came on it, I also have a pair of Grado L pads that I swap on at times. The LL/weird L above look interesting. Given what others have said, I'm not sure the larger G pads would be for me.

I'm 37, but according to Mimi, my hearing is worse that 95% of people my age, so I probably like a bit more treble, but the SR60i (with either S or L pad), could probably use a bit more bass, not sure if any of the above pads could help with that.

What you called LL i call 'donut'. Didn't know there was an 'S with a hole' that also kinda looks like a donut. Geekria definitely needs some catchier names for their pads!

Anyway, what you call LL there goes very well on the SR60e.

 

[528068]

What Grado do you recommend to me that works for any genre is not really flavored towards a specific genre?

 

[Stevko]

225E/325E

 

[SilverGrey]

What Grado do you recommend to me that works for any genre is not really flavored towards a specific genre?

THE SR80E is a good place to start!

 

[Stevko]

Since you already are in this thread, 80E is a bad choice
Go for 325E instead
Metal cup, bigger cable, leather band, looks great... I bought 225E in oct 20.
Regret

 

[Joaquin Dinero]

Someone stop me from getting the GH4. Got a person in my area selling one for $500.

Thats a fair price. I think I got mine for $475. I'd nab that if you haven't already.

 

[SoundGuru]

What you called LL i call 'donut'. Didn't know there was an 'S with a hole' that also kinda looks like a donut. Geekria definitely needs some catchier names for their pads!

Anyway, what you call LL there goes very well on the SR60e.

I see we are discussing the pads again... The Geekria Gpads are an interesting beast. I have heard the stock G pads are supposed to reduce the bass, but this is not the case with the Geekria ones. It completely transforms the RS2e sound signature. It is like having two pairs of headphones. Those pads are pretty cheap so I recommend trying them out for fun.

For me they give a more warm sound, less intense mids and a much bigger sound stage. They are also pretty comfortable. The sound is more towards the HD6XX series, but still has that Grado speed. With the L-Cush these are lean bass, more intimate sound stage, loads of treble detail. This is quite enjoyable for certain kinds of music, but not others.

The LL pads donuts are pretty similar to the bowls with a bit of a boost in the bass and some of the upper mids are a bit more relaxed.

 

[funkymartyn]

What Grado do you recommend to me that works for any genre is not really flavored towards a specific genre?

Sr225e or rs2e these are nice and light.