[DTgill]

I know I'm the odd man out here, but the RS1x and the RS2x don't really attract me like the older Grado, I really want a GS3000, now if that comes in an x edition I might be tempted to sell a kidney to get it.

 

[jonathan c]

I know I'm the odd man out here, but the RS1x and the RS2x don't really attract me like the older Grado, I really want a GS3000, now if that comes in an x edition I might be tempted to sell a kidney to get it.

The GS3000e is remarkable !

 

[RyanT42]

Hi RyanT42,
Sorry for the late reply. I was bed ridden for most of the past week with the flu and a major sinus infection. I’ve owned a couple of Crown Power Line Rack, seventies models in the past & yes, it’s worth having a competent audio technician look at it. Just go online and search for local audio technician repair service or similar terms and you can give ‘em a phone call and talk w/ them, ask questions pertaining to the Crown. If you’re able to find an experienced technician w/ older audio equipment, so much the better. Good luck to you.

Thanks for the info!…I will hunt around and make some calls to find a competent repair person to give it a tune up. I think it will help a lot. Hope you’re on the mend and able to slap some headphones on and enjoy some music.

 

[GradoSR80]

I have an old pair of SR80s, pre letter, that are my favorite headphones.

Is the change in the x models a significant improvement? Is it worth it do you think to get some SR80xs, or is it so similar I should just stick with what I’ve got?

Would getting a somewhat pricier model make much difference, like 125x or 225x? The 225x is about as much as I can justify spending. Or are these all so similar that the 80xs would be the best choice value-wise?

I'm on a similar boat, original SR80's were my first hi-fidelity headphones. I was wondering if the 225x would be a worthy upgrade, or if even the 325x for a little more(if it's worth the while). I've read as much as I could on the 325x's, I hear mix results, many praise the more prominent bass, while some criticize the extra bass as taking away from clarity and detail... along those lines.

Would definitely like to hear from users who have had experience with both, it does seem somewhat of a tuning preference though. I have seen some conflicting reviews though if I recall.. some say the 325x is warmer, others say the 225x is warmer, etc.

 

[ESL-1]

How does it compare to the Gilmore Lite mk2?

Sorry for the super long delay, I somehow missed your post & question. I just wanted to confirm which of the Grado amps you wanted to compare to the Gilmore Lite mk2?

Thanks,
Holiday Greetings,
Joe G.

 

[j0val]

I know I'm the odd man out here, but the RS1x and the RS2x don't really attract me like the older Grado, I really want a GS3000, now if that comes in an x edition I might be tempted to sell a kidney to get it.

I read somewhere that it’s coming sometime next year.

 

[tombrisbane]

I read somewhere that it’s coming sometime next year.

My wallet isn’t ready for that

 

[jonathan c]

I read somewhere that it’s coming sometime next year.

Excerpted from “Something’s Coming” (West Side Story):

 

[NewEve]

If you can, try the RS-1x with G-cushions…

And if anyone can also share impressions of the RS2x with Grado G-Cush(ions)/Pads as well that'll be grand, thanks !

 

[Stevko]

I'm on a similar boat, original SR80's were my first hi-fidelity headphones. I was wondering if the 225x would be a worthy upgrade, or if even the 325x for a little more(if it's worth the while). I've read as much as I could on the 325x's, I hear mix results, many praise the more prominent bass, while some criticize the extra bass as taking away from clarity and detail... along those lines.

Would definitely like to hear from users who have had experience with both, it does seem somewhat of a tuning preference though. I have seen some conflicting reviews though if I recall.. some say the 325x is warmer, others say the 225x is warmer, etc.

And other like the old «e» better cause of more bass on the new x series.

 

[RyanT42]

Can anyone recommend a case for the RS1x? I bought a Geekria off of Amazon that was supposed to fit the RS1x but was pretty tight so returned it...then I bit the bullet and bought the $60 Grado one (large hardshell case, not the wooden one) and I'm less than impressed with the quality to be honest. The Geekria one was $15 and way better...I just felt it was too small to squeeze in the RS1x along with the cable.

Any suggestions is appreciated.

Thanks

 

[all2ofme]

Bonus points if anyone knows a case that would work for Ryan’s RS-1X *or* the AirPod Max. (Haven’t got the Grado’s yet to try, and Apple’s posing pouch isn’t really doing it for me.)

 

[jonathan c]

Can anyone recommend a case for the RS1x? I bought a Geekria off of Amazon that was supposed to fit the RS1x but was pretty tight so returned it...then I bit the bullet and bought the $60 Grado one (large hardshell case, not the wooden one) and I'm less than impressed with the quality to be honest. The Geekria one was $15 and way better...I just felt it was too small to squeeze in the RS1x along with the cable.

Any suggestions is appreciated.

Thanks

~ I like the Grado ‘zipper cases’ and use three large ones since I have G-cushions on three Grado headphones. I think that the case quality is fine; a little care is needed in winding the headphone cable so that it fits inside. The headphones stay at home - the big white boxes went to recycling…

 

[RyanT42]

I guess I'll correct myself that the quality is fine and for what it is it's made well...but for $60 it's not up to par for me. It's going back. I think I may find a larger Geekria one with the foam cutouts and just take a razor blade and modify it as necessary. No need to take up more thread space on it...thanks!

 

[lugnut]

I know I'm the odd man out here, but the RS1x and the RS2x don't really attract me like the older Grado, I really want a GS3000, now if that comes in an x edition I might be tempted to sell a kidney to get it.

Same with me. I have been wanting one pair of Grado for a long time, have several other brands and just wanted 1 pair for certain electric guitar music. Really liked the the GS3000 but not the price for my needs. Ended up with a pair of the GH2, added a pair of g cushions for comfort and I am satisfied for what I wanted.