[ESL-1]

And they've arrived.
Out of my 4 PS1000 headphones these are only my 2 BNIB--and they are absolutely gorgeous.
The chrome finish is exceptional as is the cable which is without any kinks whatsoever. After some burn in and listening for a day or two--I'll be doing minor modification which only include adding the 1/8" O-rings and shaft collars for desired height adjustment--and then terminating them to 4-pin XLR since my chain is fully balanced.

Beautiful and new, the quest is over.
Congratulations one more time…..

 

[joseph69]

Beautiful and new, the quest is over.
Congratulations one more time…..

Thanks, Joe!

 

[joseph69]

Simple easy mods done today on the new PS1000.
O-rings and shaft collars and new stalk caps--as well as a Neutrik 4-Pin XLR termination.

 

[plakat]

I really have a hard time going to bed these days...



And after doing my kneading of the cable for two days (OK, not around the clock) it starts to feel more like a cable and less like a stick.

 

[David222]

With variable DAC (attenuation) an OTL can be a GH2's best friend

 

[grungychamois]

I just bought a strange pair of SR325is. They are a pair of Chromes that have obviously been repaired at some point as they are fitted with the thicker and shorter cable with a 3.5mm plug and they have e drivers.

 

[joseph69]

I just bought a strange pair of SR325is. They are a pair of Chromes that have obviously been repaired at some point as they are fitted with the thicker and shorter cable with a 3.5mm plug and they have e drivers.

Pretty sure all of the cables are the same length--or close.
Most probably the reason for the shorter cable is because someone terminated them from 1/4" to 1/8" for a portable device--and maybe the original drivers failed and Grado didn't have any more 325is drivers, so they replaced them with the (e) series drivers. What leads you to bier these are (e) series drivers?

 

[grungychamois]

They are the red drivers released while the e series was being faded in without the e on the button.

 

[username643827]

Hello, I realised that the non X cables are a little fragile and i want to keep them in the best shape as possible. Is it safe to store my grados like this?

 

[ESL-1]

That should be fine with the the wire without the sheath around it. The current x wired with sheath will break in wit time and should never be all twisted tight.

 

[username643827]

That should be fine with the the wire without the sheath around it. The current x wired with sheath will break in wit time and should never be all twisted tight.

Thanks!

 

[lior777]

Hello friends,
I switched from HIFIMAN sundara to GRADO 325X - a pleasure.

Which pads are recommended to buy for them that will be more comfortable and have better hearing? I've seen all kinds on AliExpress...I'd love a link

also. Is it recommended to purchase a portable AMP DAC to enjoy the headphones more?
Most of my music is ethnic instruments (flute, acoustic guitar, piano) so I'm looking for the thrill

 

[grungychamois]

So, I’m finding the e drivers in my 325is to absolutely not be harsh in the treble. Maybe age and hearing loss. I’ve never owned 325’s before and I’ve read so much about harsh treble. I’d say the treble is smooth and balanced, maybe also the increased bass response is helping? I find this cans sound more like the RS2’s I owned years ago. Any one else with the same experience?

 

[username643827]

Hello friends,
I switched from HIFIMAN sundara to GRADO 325X - a pleasure.

Which pads are recommended to buy for them that will be more comfortable and have better hearing? I've seen all kinds on AliExpress...I'd love a link

also. Is it recommended to purchase a portable AMP DAC to enjoy the headphones more?
Most of my music is ethnic instruments (flute, acoustic guitar, piano) so I'm looking for the thrill

Hi, I recomend you getting the grado G pads they are 50$ which is a little expensive but they make your grado much more comfortable and also boost the bass a and a little extra soundstage.

https://gradolabs.com/products/grado-headphone-replacement-cushion-g

Or you can get them on Aliexpress for about 3 euros but they are more uncorfortable and may sound worse.

Here are the ones i have.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/100...order_list.order_list_main.118.23641802L0KGMY

You could also get Nyczaj pads which are very comfortable.

https://www.nyczaj.audio/product-page/nyczaj-earpads-for-Grado-headphones

Also there are the Beutiful audio earpads which i don't know a lot about but many people love these.

https://www.beautifulaudio.biz/products

 

[Joaquin Dinero]

Hello friends,
I switched from HIFIMAN sundara to GRADO 325X - a pleasure.

Which pads are recommended to buy for them that will be more comfortable and have better hearing? I've seen all kinds on AliExpress...I'd love a link

also. Is it recommended to purchase a portable AMP DAC to enjoy the headphones more?
Most of my music is ethnic instruments (flute, acoustic guitar, piano) so I'm looking for the thrill

Ear pads are one of the most widely discussed topics here. Ask a dozen Grado heads and you'll get a dozen answers.

Personally I'm a big fan of the Nyczaj pads. They're soft and cushy and fit over the ear. Worlds better comfort wise.

They will change the sound a bit. They pump up the bass slightly and tamp down treble slightly. For some people that is a no go; I happen to prefer it.

Grados dont need a lot of power. Certainly not as much as the Sundara you're used to. Any decent portable device can make them sound good. Lots of folks here enjoy their fancier amps also and I'll let them chime in.