Received these this afternoon from Japan.
They're in very, very good condition and are sounding just fine. I waiting for the Shipibo ceramic black rodblocks which should be arriving shortly, then I'll terminate them to XLR and add a suspension strap for better weight distribution, as well as replace the spring steel in the headband so I can adjust the clamping force to my preference being you can see the L side of the headband is pretty warped.
I do have everything I need except the rodblocks, so as soon as they arrive I'll proceed.
I agree 100% with you. I have added both the pebbled black headband by Turbulent Labs (agree, these are the highest quality currently out there) and the classic larger Shipibo aluminum rodblocks/gimbal set to my GH2. While the change from plastic to aluminum does add a little more weight, the sturdiness and feel of the fit is improved. I have had both the slim and the classic Shipibo's and prefer the classic, they are pretty much aluminum mirror of the Grado plastic.
I have also toyed with the idea of buying one of the new ZMF crescent bands and modifying the steel band they include to make it work but I have not decided to go through with it, might be a fun project. I have one on my Eikons and the noggin' hug you get is amazing with them.
Nice. I also just made a shipibo order with gimbals for two sets (325x and custom build), went with the slim though... was a tough choice! Also some cups, cable, bands, earpads for a new build with turbulent headband/drivers. Also have the beautiful audio hybrid small pads coming to compare.
Nice. I also just made a shipibo order with gimbals for two sets (325x and custom build), went with the slim though... was a tough choice! Also some cups, cable, bands, earpads for a new build with turbulent headband/drivers. Also have the beautiful audio hybrid small pads coming to compare.
Shipibo is a great company and great quality, no doubt about it. I have spoken with Przemyslaw (co-owner) a lot about a wide array of things and he is very knowledgeable and a very very nice gent as well.
The reason I don‘t like removing the driver with a hairdryer.
Some companies even do that using a heat gun.
When fitting back in, watch the contacts being on the other side of the plug to avoid accidential short cuts.
Keep my fingers crossed, that you‘ll find a fast and good solution.
I got my PS2000e back, re-terminated. Wow, these are fantastic sounding! Even my friend who isn't a fan of Grado (putting it nicely) admits these sound great. He also loaned me a custom built balanced Dynalo+ amp. This is a fantastic match. Soundstage isn't as big as the Headroom Max Balanced, but it has all the clarity and speed of a Gilmore combined with just enough warmth and body. The Headamp Gilmores (and even BHSE) always sound just a touch dry for my tastes, and it's only really noticeable when you put them next to an amp like this (DIY T2 in the case of BHSE). Bass is cleaner than the Max. It just sounded "right" from the very first note. I think I might really, really like this combo! Dammit, I don't need another amp.
Still really love the PS500e, but PS2000e are almost certainly gonna be top dog now. I got the GS3000e back re-terminated too, and they just don't do it for me. Nope. PS "e" series all the way here.
The reason I don‘t like removing the driver with a hairdryer.
Some companies even do that using a heat gun.
When fitting back in, watch the contacts being on the other side of the plug to avoid accidential short cuts.
Keep my fingers crossed, that you‘ll find a fast and good solution.
Received these this afternoon from Japan.
They're in very, very good condition and are sounding just fine. I waiting for the Shipibo ceramic black rodblocks which should be arriving shortly, then I'll terminate them to XLR and add a suspension strap for better weight distribution, as well as replace the spring steel in the headband so I can adjust the clamping force to my preference being you can see the L side of the headband is pretty warped.
I do have everything I need except the rodblocks, so as soon as they arrive I'll proceed.
Been listening to mine via my GS-X mk2 for 2+hrs now after running them since receiving them this afternoon and they sound fantastic.
I'm not re-cabling (although it did cross my mind) I'm just re-terminating to XLR like all my Grados with the exception of my 325is.
Been listening to mine via my GS-X mk2 for 2+hrs now after running them since receiving them this afternoon and they sound fantastic.
I'm not re-cabling (although it did cross my mind) I'm just re-terminating to XLR like all my Grados with the exception of my 325is.
All that needs to be done is to cut the 1/4" termination off then replace it with the 4-pin XLR.
I gave an example to @mulveling in a recent post on how to determine the wiring configuration. If you need more info feel free to PM me.
I got my PS2000e back, re-terminated. Wow, these are fantastic sounding! Even my friend who isn't a fan of Grado (putting it nicely) admits these sound great. He also loaned me a custom built balanced Dynalo+ amp. This is a fantastic match. Soundstage isn't as big as the Headroom Max Balanced, but it has all the clarity and speed of a Gilmore combined with just enough warmth and body. The Headamp Gilmores (and even BHSE) always sound just a touch dry for my tastes, and it's only really noticeable when you put them next to an amp like this (DIY T2 in the case of BHSE). Bass is cleaner than the Max. It just sounded "right" from the very first note. I think I might really, really like this combo! Dammit, I don't need another amp.
Still really love the PS500e, but PS2000e are almost certainly gonna be top dog now. I got the GS3000e back re-terminated too, and they just don't do it for me. Nope. PS "e" series all the way here.
All that needs to be done is to cut the 1/4" termination off then replace it with the 4-pin XLR.
I gave an example to @mulveling in a recent post on how to determine the wiring configuration. If you need more info feel free to PM me.
Just bought a second hand pair of 80x for about half price on eBay, Obviously there not in hemp league or above but my wiring and mechanical type work can be quite messy and dirty at times and isn't office type environment.
Pair them with my cayin ru6 happy days.
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