[Shane D]

I have had more time on the RS1x and agree with Jonathan C. regarding how it evolves. I think the RS2x bass seems more there and lends that to the overall sound so it might seem like more bass. The RS1x does take longer to evolve and results in a better detailed and deeper reaching bass and to me is the more refined and articulate throughout the full spectrum. For me to pick one it has always been the RS1x that I find more satisfying. It might also be more reflective of what amp you are using than the RS2x and scale accordingly. That said, there are plenty of amps that I have found that satisfy and marry well.

The RS2x is still excellent overall and a great choice if you don’t want to spend the extra $200.

Would really like to hear from anybody using a Violectric or an iFi with the RS-1x/RS-2x headphones.

 

[Delmonaco]

The good folks in Brooklyn wouldn't make so many models if they didn't want you to try them all

(I have 18 Grados. But none of the new X series so what am I even doing)

Now that ended my guilt complex!

Btw, just curious, do you have a favorite one? Tks!

 

[Joaquin Dinero]

Now that ended my guilt complex!

Btw, just curious, do you have a favorite one? Tks!

Picking just one favorite is hard . . .but the GH2, GH4, PS1000, HF3, and 1888 Reserva probably make the top 5. The Hemps also would make it on that list sound wise but they're not really very "limited" anymore so I would grab those others first if the house was on fire.

 

[jonathan c]

Well that's domestic shipping. We would pay 5X the shipping price and then 100% import fees and VAT on (price of headphones + shipping).

So really, that's a screamin' deal

They’re yours, then! Enjy…..

 

[jonathan c]

Sort of a case of different seasoning and what you are in the mood for at the time.
There is no such thing as crazy if you are enjoying it. Have FUN.

…or, sanity is what is suffered by those who do not own GradoS …

 

[Zachik]

Picking just one favorite is hard . . .but the GH2, GH4, PS1000, HF3, and 1888 Reserva probably make the top 5.

HUGE mistake not buying the HF3 for $250 after auditioning it a few years ago during CanJam...

 

[DTgill]

HUGE mistake not buying the HF3 for $250 after auditioning it a few years ago during CanJam...

My HF3 with the F-pad is a small bass canon, not leaving the other parts out and is very clear paired with my IFI Zen DAC, it sounds very good.

 

[Zachik]

My HF3 with the F-pad is a small bass canon, not leaving the other parts out and is very clear paired with my IFI Zen DAC, it sounds very good.

I believe it was during CanJam NYC 2018... I was there, and so was Grado.
Between travel and other distractions, the thought of buying the HF3 just was forgotten until it was too late to order those.
Oh well... let that be my biggest regret (#FirstWorldProblems )

 

[Stevko]

A new cheap Wood-Grado to use on the go would be nice

 

[ESL-1]

A new cheap Wood-Grado to use on the go would be nice

For traveling/portable use would it not need to be closed back?

 

[Stevko]

For traveling/portable use would it not need to be closed back?

Noo

 

[joseph69]

I believe it was during CanJam NYC 2018... I was there, and so was Grado.

I don't believe Grado themselves ever attended any CanJam, but that doesn't mean the HF3 wasn't there with another vendor.

 

[jonathan c]

With the discontinuation of the Professional Series, I will repeat my suggestion / for an ‘ultra’ Grado with high impedance (200+ ohm) useable with OTL tube headphone amplifiers. This could ‘bookend’ with @Stevko ’s product suggestion…

 

[Zachik]

I don't believe Grado themselves ever attended any CanJam, but that doesn't mean the HF3 wasn't there with another vendor.

Grado DID attend. I just looked up at the old CanJam NYC 2018 website to confirm... see screen shot:

I have been to 8 CanJams, and I believe that was probably the only 1 Grado did attend (out of these 8 CanJams).

 

[Stevko]

I will buy it