[mks100]

I did just that for my Grado RS1e. They are removable cables now so I have single ended and balanced. To be honest, I never inquired about whether or not this modification voids the warranty. My guess is that yes, the warranty is voided.

What type of connectors did you have them modified to out of curiosity? Wasn't sure if that was an option.

 

[emorrison33]

I’m curious, how are the technical abilities of the GS1000e/2000e/3000e and PS2000e?

Are they actually considered upgrades over the Hemp and RS2e or are they merely a slightly different sound signature?

I mentioned this earlier, but it seems like Grado competes extremely well in the $400-$1000 range, even on technical factors like detail and sound stage. But what about the pricier headphones? Can they stand up to competitors in the $1395-$2695 range or do they get outclassed by offerings from Focal, Audeze, Hifiman, and so on?

I can only speak for the GS1000e. Are they an upgrade over the Hemp and RS2e? Yes. How much of an upgrade?.....incremental. The GS1000e is definitely "airier", more space around the instruments, and the soundstage is a bit wider, little more depth, about the same in height. Treble and mids are a little more relaxed over the Hemp and RS2e, but are still the Grado sound. The bass is NOT an upgrade in my opinion. There is just something missing with the bass on the GS1000e. I only listen to acoustic, acoustic jazz and classical with them becasue rock, pop, etc. the bass just doesn't have any oomph. But I do think the GS1000e is worth the $500+ upgrade over the other 2 headphones.

 

[Luckyleo]

Here you go.

 

[wormsdriver]

Here you go.

I think Moon Audio usually uses hd800 connectors because of the size I guess.

 

[SomeGuyDude]

So I managed to snag a license to DTS Sound Unbound and... oh wow. With the Hemp it is... impressive. It actually has a few Grado phones as presets, not the Hemp specifically but a surprising number.

It's... really slick. The crossfeed is DAMN good at making them feel more like speakers.

 

[elira]

Hey fellas, I'm interested to reterminate my single-ended PS2k to 4-pin XLR. Any of you gentlemen have experience doing that? I'm an advanced beginner (lol) with a soldering iron, but the general consensus is that with Grado cables, the mod is pretty straightforward.

I had to do that on my PS2000e because the cable was kind of defective near the 1/4 inch connector. There are two main difficulties, one is that you need to be careful when stripping the cables to avoid damaging the conductor. And the second, you need to be careful not to burn the insulation when soldering, the insulation of the conductors is very delicate.

Other than that it’s very straightforward.

 

[Gippy]

Hey fellas, I'm interested to reterminate my single-ended PS2k to 4-pin XLR. Any of you gentlemen have experience doing that? I'm an advanced beginner (lol) with a soldering iron, but the general consensus is that with Grado cables, the mod is pretty straightforward.

A few things that may trip you up:

• For whatever reason, Grado makes the red conductor left positive and the white conductor right positive. This is opposite to RCA cable coloring.
• The negative conductors are the same color (blue) for both sides. You'll need to either use a multimeter, or listen for a tick when probing the conductor to figure out which side it belongs to.

 

[qua2k]

Prestige X now for sale. A little but more $ than previous e

https://4ourears.com/collections/prestige-headphones

Fourth generation Grado drivers are specifically tuned for the SR###x. This new speaker design features a more powerful magnetic circuit, a voice coil with decreased effective mass, and a reconfigured diaphragm. Reengineering these components for our 44mm drivers improve efficiency, reduces distortion, and preserves the harmonic integrity of your music.

Along with the speakers, the cables and headband have been redesigned for the SR###x. Housed in a more durable braided sheathing, the now super annealed copper 8-conductor cable reveals even more of your music with improved purity. The new calf-skin leather headband features more padding for a more comfortable experience.

 

[Okrelayer]

Another noticeable thing is that it Looks like the sr225 and 325 use the flat pads

 

[AudioJunkie]

Another noticeable thing is that it Looks like the sr225 and 325 use the flat pads

Can't wait to hear them! SR225 and 325 coming with flat pads is a huge change!

 

[YtseJamer]

Another noticeable thing is that it Looks like the sr225 and 325 use the flat pads

Interesting

 

[carboncopy]

Can't wait to hear them! SR225 and 325 coming with flat pads is a huge change!

Plus the new drivers are 38Ohms. Just like the HEMP. All e modell was 32Ohms.

 

[carboncopy]

Interesting

Hmm...the lower models have S chusion, these have F. No L in the new series.

 

[wormsdriver]

Cool stuff, looks interesting

 

[AWS Soul]

RS1e time , splendid