[Shamburg]

Yep, GS3000e aren't difficult to drive and will go loud with pretty much everything out there, but I'm happy to read that our Pro iDSD works well for you. Just to clarify, yours is Pro iDSD, or xDSD Gryphon?

I have the Black Label and also the Pro. Both are outstanding.

 

[Plautus001]

I have done some more listening to the Grado GS1000 (OG) and after trying them with various amps, they seem to sound their best on my Darkvoice (with upgraded tubes). The THX789 and Schitt Asgard 3 did not match the GS1000 as well to my ears.

The GS1000 really shine on well recorded tracks including, acoustic, multi-layered, detailed, etc.

I did a comparison of some tracks of the GS1000 on the Darkvoice compared to the SR325X on the Schiit Asgard 3 (it does not seem to really work with the Darkvoice). The impressions below what I hear, but your milage may vary.

Shelby Lynne – “Just a Little Lovin’”

• GS1000 - more open, detailed, and more of the reverb from the room
• SR325X – more immediate and closed in

U2 – “Running to Stand Still”

• GS1000 – more layered, more details I have not previously noticed. Like listening to a great pair of studio monitors in near field.
• SR325X – good details and clear.

Marillion – “Warm Wet Circles”

• GS1000 – I heard things that I have not heard before… previously, I felt this track was not great on streaming – at least not in comparison to the CD I have listened to 100’s of times.
• SR325X – One of the few tracks I didn’t really connect with on this set.

AC\DC – “What’s Next to the Moon”

• GS1000 – Good… until I listen to the SR325X
• SR325X – They just get everything right on this track… basically the SR325X were made for Rock n’ Roll and of all my 40 + headphones, they are my go-to when I want to rock.

In closing, there is a Grado “house sound” between my SR60e, SR325X, and now GS1000 (OG), but they really are different horses for different courses.

• SR60e is a good headphone, ok short-term comfort, and a fun open listen on anything, including a phone. Decent bass, the best bass I heard when I compared all the SR “e” series years ago.
• SR325X is a great headphone and I think one of the best values in audio – immediate, intimate, balanced, and semi-comfortable if worn a bit lower on the ears (good for 2-3 hours). Best Grado bass that I have heard (not heard PS500). Fairly adaptable, but they really like a good class A/B solid state amp – for me the Schiit Asgard 3 is a perfect match.
• GS1000 is a great audiophile headphone with a balanced open sound. Accurate bass, great at tempo. Clean timbre, a champ at digging through layers in a recording. I think they have a good synergy with tubes. Good with the Asgard 3, but not exceptional. These are also the most comfortable headphones I have ever worn... if it was not for the incredible sound (at times), I would forget they are on my head.

Amps Dacs used:

• Darkvoice, Asgard 3 (single-ended), THX789 (Balanced in) with the Schiit Modius DAC

 

[jonathan c]

I have done some more listening to the Grado GS1000 (OG) and after trying them with various amps, they seem to sound their best on my Darkvoice (with upgraded tubes). The THX789 and Schitt Asgard 3 did not match the GS1000 as well to my ears.

Interesting. I assume that the DV has a relatively high output impedance as an OTL tube h/p/a. The 789 and and A3 have very low (typical) output impedances. I have found the 789 to be linear, dry….anechoic. What was it about the A3 / GS1000 sound that seemed ‘off’?

 

[Plautus001]

Interesting. I assume that the DV has a relatively high output impedance as an OTL tube h/p/a. The 789 and and A3 have very low (typical) output impedances. I have found the 789 to be linear, dry….anechoic. What was it about the A3 / GS1000 sound that seemed ‘off’?

I know, the Darkvoice shouldn't work with the GS1000 OG, but it does (also with SR60e). The SR325X does not like the Darkvoice.

The Asgard 3 is warrner and yet more immediate than the THX789 single ended. The THX789 is really at its best balanced.

Listening to the GS1000 OG on the Asgard 3 sounds good (especially on high gain), but I find the combo of Darkvoice and GS1000 OG to be "magic".

 

[jonathan c]

Like one of my other favourites (cnc backweight-modded Senn HD600), the RS1x has an uncanny ability to ‘scale up’ / ‘rise to the occasion’ when the ante is ‘upped’ with the system gear. The RS1x is a ‘gateway’ to astonishing sound. For what it offers and can offer, the RS1x is a sweet deal.

 

[Stevko]

Got to hurry on then if you want to buy one from your homeland. Just a couple left and Cayin are missing parts to make new ones I heard. Could be propoganda... But of course, its no problem getting it outseas .

Take it from NAT if possible.
Gonna sell my schiit stack first. Dont use it

 

[ESL-1]

Nice setup…great tube. I do like/prefer the F-pads on Hemp & RS1x…Getting ready for some Gradeo (Grado rodeo …)

Did I hear “Gradeo”?

 

[jonathan c]

I know that I praise the RS1x (too much? ) but resistance is…resistance is…

 

[ESL-1]

I know that I praise the RS1x (too much? ) but resistance is…resistance is…

Not TOO Much but well described and obviously very well enjoyed so it is quite proper to share…..

It’s all in the details……

My RS1 Vintage jumped into the third photo (the big ham).

 

[jonathan c]

Not TOO Much but well described and obviously very well enjoyed so it is quite proper to share…..

It’s all in the details……

My RS1 Vintage jumped into the third photo (the big ham).

The RS1 is gorgeous. The RS1x…where is the lettering?

 

[Shane D]

Nice setup…great tube. I do like/prefer the F-pads on Hemp & RS1x…Getting ready for some Gradeo (Grado rodeo …)

I do find the Hemps stock pads "louder". I am guessing that it is because the drivers are sitting right on your ears.
I have been using my refreshed BA pads on both the Hemps and GH2's. Without super detailed listening, they sound very similar. I think the GH2's are smoother but I am not positive. I might plug them both into my V220 with different ear pads and then compare them.

 

[Shane D]

I have the Black Label and also the Pro. Both are outstanding.

I love some bass boost on my Grado's.

 

[jonathan c]

I do find the Hemps stock pads "louder". I am guessing that it is because the drivers are sitting right on your ears.
I have been using my refreshed BA pads on both the Hemps and GH2's. Without super detailed listening, they sound very similar. I think the GH2's are smoother but I am not positive. I might plug them both into my V220 with different ear pads and then compare them.

When I switch from Fs to Gs on either Hemp or RS1x, the volume knob has to go to ‘noon’ from ‘10 o’clock’ to maintain the same perceived volume. Definitely due to the drivers being ‘pushed’ further away from the ears.

 

[Plautus001]

When I switch from Fs to Gs on either Hemp or RS1x, the volume knob has to go to ‘noon’ from ‘10 o’clock’ to maintain the same perceived volume. Definitely due to the drivers being ‘pushed’ further away from the ears.

My GS1000 OG with stock G cush needs x2 the volume compared to the SR325X with stock flats.

 

[majo123]

I have done some more listening to the Grado GS1000 (OG) and after trying them with various amps, they seem to sound their best on my Darkvoice (with upgraded tubes). The THX789 and Schitt Asgard 3 did not match the GS1000 as well to my ears.

The GS1000 really shine on well recorded tracks including, acoustic, multi-layered, detailed, etc.

I did a comparison of some tracks of the GS1000 on the Darkvoice compared to the SR325X on the Schiit Asgard 3 (it does not seem to really work with the Darkvoice). The impressions below what I hear, but your milage may vary.

Shelby Lynne – “Just a Little Lovin’”

• GS1000 - more open, detailed, and more of the reverb from the room
• SR325X – more immediate and closed in

U2 – “Running to Stand Still”

• GS1000 – more layered, more details I have not previously noticed. Like listening to a great pair of studio monitors in near field.
• SR325X – good details and clear.

Marillion – “Warm Wet Circles”

• GS1000 – I heard things that I have not heard before… previously, I felt this track was not great on streaming – at least not in comparison to the CD I have listened to 100’s of times.
• SR325X – One of the few tracks I didn’t really connect with on this set.

AC\DC – “What’s Next to the Moon”

• GS1000 – Good… until I listen to the SR325X
• SR325X – They just get everything right on this track… basically the SR325X were made for Rock n’ Roll and of all my 40 + headphones, they are my go-to when I want to rock.

In closing, there is a Grado “house sound” between my SR60e, SR325X, and now GS1000 (OG), but they really are different horses for different courses.

• SR60e is a good headphone, ok short-term comfort, and a fun open listen on anything, including a phone. Decent bass, the best bass I heard when I compared all the SR “e” series years ago.
• SR325X is a great headphone and I think one of the best values in audio – immediate, intimate, balanced, and semi-comfortable if worn a bit lower on the ears (good for 2-3 hours). Best Grado bass that I have heard (not heard PS500). Fairly adaptable, but they really like a good class A/B solid state amp – for me the Schiit Asgard 3 is a perfect match.
• GS1000 is a great audiophile headphone with a balanced open sound. Accurate bass, great at tempo. Clean timbre, a champ at digging through layers in a recording. I think they have a good synergy with tubes. Good with the Asgard 3, but not exceptional. These are also the most comfortable headphones I have ever worn... if it was not for the incredible sound (at times), I would forget they are on my head.

Amps Dacs used:

• Darkvoice, Asgard 3 (single-ended), THX789 (Balanced in) with the Schiit Modius DAC

From memory ps500e reminds me of the 325x in ways but I have not had 5 mins to compare yet! ...il check them together tomorrow if I get 5 mins or soon, do a little comparison.