[tombrisbane]

Been trying out the 325x, more bass than the hemp (just slightly) but not as tight. Great sound to it across everything I’ve thrown at it from Classical to Jazz to Metal to R&B. I’d say the hemp just edges it out but taking price into consideration I’d recommend this over the two as they’re extremely close.

Not convinced on the new cable though lol. With the older style ones I could always coil them up fairly easily in the case, this just doesn’t want to cooperate.

 

[jja]

Been trying out the 325x, more bass than the hemp (just slightly) but not as tight. Great sound to it across everything I’ve thrown at it from Classical to Jazz to Metal to R&B. I’d say the hemp just edges it out but taking price into consideration I’d recommend this over the two as they’re extremely close.

Not convinced on the new cable though lol. With the older style ones I could always coil them up fairly easily in the case, this just doesn’t want to cooperate.

Thank you! Can you give me some quick thoughts of Hemp vs. GH2? Do you think the upgraded drivers allow Hemp to surpass GH2, or is it simply a different sound?

 

[tombrisbane]

Do you think the upgraded drivers allow Hemp to surpass GH2, or is it simply a different sound?

I prefer the GH2 but I definitely think some would prefer the hemp:

GH2 - more spacious sound, better bass texture, more laidback presentation. With G cush they have a really warm feel to them as well.

Hemp - closer soundstage, fuller mids, more bass impact. Darker feel to the music (I’ve been trying to put my finger on this, I think the new drivers sound similar to the Sony house sound which I really enjoy)

If I could only have one Grado (which thankfully isn’t something I need to do!) I think it’d be the GH2 with an L cush and a G cush. They really are something special.

 

[speCD]

I prefer the GH2 but I definitely think some would prefer the hemp:

GH2 - more spacious sound, better bass texture, more laidback presentation. With G cush they have a really warm feel to them as well.

Hemp - closer soundstage, fuller mids, more bass impact. Darker feel to the music (I’ve been trying to put my finger on this, I think the new drivers sound similar to the Sony house sound which I really enjoy)

If I could only have one Grado (which thankfully isn’t something I need to do!) I think it’d be the GH2 with an L cush and a G cush. They really are something special.

Sounds like the tuning of GH2 is in the trend of rs1e's. What do you think of its upper mid and treble compared to the Hemp's?

 

[TheMiddleSky]

Sounds like the tuning of GH2 is in the trend of rs1e's. What do you think of its upper mid and treble compared to the Hemp's?

GH2 is even smoother and sweeter than rs1e

 

[speCD]

GH2 is even smoother and sweeter than rs1e

Well, I don't know how to interpret this, it'd be interesting to listen to a pair.

 

[jja]

I prefer the GH2 but I definitely think some would prefer the hemp:

GH2 - more spacious sound, better bass texture, more laidback presentation. With G cush they have a really warm feel to them as well.

Hemp - closer soundstage, fuller mids, more bass impact. Darker feel to the music (I’ve been trying to put my finger on this, I think the new drivers sound similar to the Sony house sound which I really enjoy)

If I could only have one Grado (which thankfully isn’t something I need to do!) I think it’d be the GH2 with an L cush and a G cush. They really are something special.

Thanks once again, this is a very informative reference that I'm sure I'll return to. I recently purchased PS500e and I'm really enjoying them--strong bass presence and crystalline highs. It is my first high end Grado, so I have no basis of comparison, I just know that I really like them. I had previously been looking at GH2 and Hemp, and may still add them in the future. I particularly like the aesthetics of the GH2.

 

[AWS Soul]

My new toy & accessories all arrived on the same day , possible well timed purchasing or maybe I got lucky with the post .
Anyway I've not tried them yet , I'm still on 500e listening binge . All in good time , patience .

 

[AWS Soul]

Thanks once again, this is a very informative reference that I'm sure I'll return to. I recently purchased PS500e and I'm really enjoying them--strong bass presence and crystalline highs. It is my first high end Grado, so I have no basis of comparison, I just know that I really like them. I had previously been looking at GH2 and Hemp, and may still add them in the future. I particularly like the aesthetics of the GH2.

You're not alone my friend , I'm pretty much in love with the 500e , it's very special . This is one Grado that I will be keeping forever .
Just got the Hemp , not listened yet , surely can't compare to the 500e , can it ???

 

[Joaquin Dinero]

My new toy & accessories all arrived on the same day , possible well timed purchasing or maybe I got lucky with the post .
Anyway I've not tried them yet , I'm still on 500e listening binge . All in good time , patience .

Where'd you find a camo headband ?

 

[AWS Soul]

Where'd you find a camo headband ?

eBay , I couldn't resist it . The comfort pad wouldn't fit under the camo band so I had to stick it on the outside , still turned out ok though.

 

[Dillan]

+1


Why ask if anyone is interested then?
Just asking, not trying to come off wrong.

Because everything has a price. But my main goal is to hold for the two decade mark.

 

[ParaLoganGrado]

You're not alone my friend , I'm pretty much in love with the 500e , it's very special . This is one Grado that I will be keeping forever .
Just got the Hemp , not listened yet , surely can't compare to the 500e , can it ???

Funny, because I have the GH2 (and obviously love it) and pining for a 500e. I already have 3 great (desktop) pairs that are vastly different and don't get enough listening time but the more I read about it, the more intrigued I am by the 500e. I hope used prices for them aren't gonna skyrocket because of the new "x" variety coming out!

 

[AWS Soul]

Funny, because I have the GH2 (and obviously love it) and pining for a 500e. I already have 3 great (desktop) pairs that are vastly different and don't get enough listening time but the more I read about it, the more intrigued I am by the 500e. I hope used prices for them aren't gonna skyrocket because of the new "x" variety coming out!

I already have 3 great (desktop) pairs

What models ???
I also have had the thought that the eSeries price are going to sky rocket for certain models . If you really want a 500e , then I'd grab one now as a safety net .

 

[Gippy]

I also have had the thought that the eSeries price are going to sky rocket for certain models . If you really want a 500e , then I'd grab one now as a safety net .

The only way the e models will appreciate in value is if the x model is considered worse, thus making people go after the older model. Though I haven't heard either extensively, the GS1000i/RS1i seemed preferred over the GS1000e/RS1e by others.

Interestingly, a number of people also believed the HF2/PS500 was better than the PS500e: see this review for an example.