[movinIron]

They start to put pressure on my upper ear cartilage, they sound best when the cups are turned slightly inward towards my cheeks.

They came with some Greekia L-cush pads, but I don't think they sound as good as stock pads.

Maybe I'll try and wash them wringing them out and letting them dry??

A popular german blogger (and real Grado enthusiast) recommended to wash them twice in handwarm water with mild dish liquid. Has done it with the L-cushions of his reference: RS1i.
But this is for irritations.
For pressure on upper ear cartilage, if it is not the anti-helix:
1. Switch to original G-cushion, than
2. carefully widen the headband.
If it is the anti-helix:
1. Switch the pads to some bringing more distance between cartilage and diffuser.
The type 4 Geekria will do (I found 6 types), maybe the Beautiful Audios also (have not seen
them …yet. )

 

[Shane D]

They start to put pressure on my upper ear cartilage, they sound best when the cups are turned slightly inward towards my cheeks.

They came with some Greekia L-cush pads, but I don't think they sound as good as stock pads.

Maybe I'll try and wash them wringing them out and letting them dry??

They're not cheap, but the Beautiful Audio pads are AMAZING! Beautifulaudio.biz

They don't fit all Grado's though, so you might want to double check with them. SUPER comfortable!

 

[Syver]

They're not cheap, but the Beautiful Audio pads are AMAZING! Beautifulaudio.biz

They don't fit all Grado's though, so you might want to double check with them. SUPER comfortable!

They look wonderful ... The Hermes of Grado pads ... Thanks for sharing.

 

[jaywillin]

After taking a break, my ears have been missing headphones !
It's time to buy a Grado, decisions, decisions.....
There's been some changes, X's ? Hmmmm

 

[rasmushorn]

Wait for RS1x or RS2x...

 

[jaywillin]

LoL, easier said than done.
I'm going to get something now, I don't have a single pair of headphones.

 

[tombrisbane]

It's time to buy a Grado, decisions, decisions.....
There's been some changes, X's ? Hmmmm

325x’s are great!

 

[jaywillin]

325x’s are great!

I've heard good things about them

 

[eeagle]

LoL, easier said than done.
I'm going to get something now, I don't have a single pair of headphones.

Just go for the Hemp, music direct still has the original for $379, they're addictive I use them daily.

 

[sling5s]

As I wait for the RS X series (because the GS/PS, G Cush, as much as I love the soundstage and improved detail and imaging, just don't get me the upfront in your face sound), I wonder if Grado was going for the vintage "F pad" sound on the RS1e, but with the L Cush (but failed in the tonal balance). If they decide to go with the F pads on both RS1 and RS2, what will happen with L Cush? It would not make sense to completely do away with them. However, would love the Hemp/F pad sound but more with RS refinements: little more detail and little more air in the treble so the mids are not as congested and the bass tighter/snappier. Hope they get released before October.

 

[jaywillin]

Just go for the Hemp, music direct still has the original for $379, they're addictive I use them daily.

I've thought seriously thought about it, what does it compare to ? I've had quite a few Grados

 

[eeagle]

I've thought seriously thought about it, what does it compare to ? I've had quite a few Grados

Well it sounds nothing like any other Grado I own (SR60, 225e & GS1000i). Some have speculated the Hemp was the trial for the signature Grado is now putting in their x series. Believe it or not they sound more like my HD800's if I was to name a sound signature. The only downside is they are on-ear which is a strike on comfort level which is my only complaint.

 

[sling5s]

Well it sounds nothing like any other Grado I own (SR60, 225e & GS1000i). Some have speculated the Hemp was the trial for the signature Grado is now putting in their x series. Believe it or not they sound more like my HD800's if I was to name a sound signature. The only downside is they are on-ear which is a strike on comfort level which is my only complaint.

To me the Hemp is the polar opposite of HD800 in almost every way.

 

[elira]

I've thought seriously thought about it, what does it compare to ? I've had quite a few Grados

In my opinion it sounds like a PS2000e, but less refined. The hemp are very enjoyable and pair well with most things. I haven't tried the new X series, but I think they sound similar.

 

[jaywillin]

I see a pair of GH2's for sale on the sale thread, they are beautiful ! and sound just as good too