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Apr 1, 2022 at 9:29 PM Post #51,916 of 66,264
I have culled my collection hugely! From ten sets to seven and I am thinking of going to six. I could never imagine more than two of one brand though. But of course personal preferences are what drive this hobby.

Still thinking of the RS1x's though...:ksc75smile:
….just Grado it!…..😜
 
Apr 1, 2022 at 10:12 PM Post #51,918 of 66,264
Yes, I definitely heard this with the deluxe pads. Worth the price! I'm a fan.

Yep, I think if you have SR-325/MS-2 or higher they are actually a good value. $50 for foam, imagine that. If you have a PS-1000 / GS-1000 or higher those are specifically tuned for the G cush FYI.
 
Apr 2, 2022 at 12:03 AM Post #51,919 of 66,264
Hemps come with deluxe pads. I actually bought the deluxe pads and compared them…EXACTLY the same!
Are you saying genuine Grado F pads are identical to TTVJ Deluxe flats?
 
Apr 2, 2022 at 1:37 AM Post #51,920 of 66,264
I was wrong, they fit my GS1000i perfectly but completely change the sonic qualities. Taking soundstage away by at least 70% but bass is very nice. Warmer and less detailed, definitely not what I want my GS1000i to sound like. They're gonna stay on my RS2 and SR80.
I got those also. Thought I’d give them a shot. The sound better if you cut out the cloth liner. Ultimately sq not what I liked on either 80x or 325x. They are comfortable though
 
Apr 2, 2022 at 1:46 AM Post #51,921 of 66,264
Are you saying genuine Grado F pads are identical to TTVJ Deluxe flats?
When I compare Grado Fs to TTVJ Deluxes on the PS500e and on the RS1x: (a) the TTVJs are firmer around the edges, (b) the TTVJs are a few millimetres thicker around the earspeakers, (c) and the sound is better with the TTVJs!
 
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Apr 2, 2022 at 8:18 AM Post #51,923 of 66,264
Are you saying genuine Grado F pads are identical to TTVJ Deluxe flats?
Yes. They are the same, both physically and in sound. Saying otherwise definitely helps justify the ridiculous price, tho.
 
Apr 2, 2022 at 8:48 AM Post #51,924 of 66,264
Apr 2, 2022 at 9:48 AM Post #51,925 of 66,264
Yes. They are the same, both physically and in sound. Saying otherwise definitely helps justify the ridiculous price, tho.
Not sure if we're allowed to link to other forums, but here is a couple posts with pictures detailing the difference between the ttvj deluxe and F pads. There are physical differences and slight differences in the frequency response. The ttvj deluxe were around before the recent revival of the F pads, so the price was somewhat driven by ttvj being able to charge it due to being the only way to get a classic flat pad. At this point, I'm not sure why you'd pay almost double for the ttvj over the F pad.
https://www.superbestaudiofriends.o...5x-review-and-measurements.11120/#post-351566
 
Apr 2, 2022 at 9:55 AM Post #51,926 of 66,264
Apr 2, 2022 at 11:27 AM Post #51,928 of 66,264
Gonna put my 1770 in the box 😜
I am happy to hear that someone else does not use headphone stands…
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Apr 2, 2022 at 11:55 AM Post #51,930 of 66,264
Are you saying genuine Grado F pads are identical to TTVJ Deluxe flats?

When I compare Grado Fs to TTVJ Deluxes on the PS500e and on the RS1x: (a) the TTVJs are firmer around the edges, (b) the TTVJs are a few millimetres thicker around the earspeakers, (c) and the sound is better with the TTVJs!

Yes. They are the same, both physically and in sound. Saying otherwise definitely helps justify the ridiculous price, tho.

Not sure if we're allowed to link to other forums, but here is a couple posts with pictures detailing the difference between the ttvj deluxe and F pads. There are physical differences and slight differences in the frequency response. The ttvj deluxe were around before the recent revival of the F pads, so the price was somewhat driven by ttvj being able to charge it due to being the only way to get a classic flat pad. At this point, I'm not sure why you'd pay almost double for the ttvj over the F pad.
https://www.superbestaudiofriends.o...5x-review-and-measurements.11120/#post-351566
Haha. Obviously, no consensus here! :wink:
I wonder if Grado changed their F pads... In the link above (by @oryan_dunn) - I saw this photo and caption:
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BUT, here is the photo from Grado's online store of the F pads:
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So... maybe Grado changed their F pads in recent years?

Anyhow, I think I will just go with the Grado pads!

Thanks everyone for your feedback :)
 

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