[one1speed]

Looks like an older thread, but I'll sign on. I picked up a pair of barely used RS2i's on eBay recently, that I actually think are an early release of the e series, due to the red driver and 1/8" termination. I suspect they have some break-in time yet, enjoying them so far.
 
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[maltronics]

Hey Kayandjohn! RS1i #11233 chiming in!
 
How do you like your portable Sony amp with your RS!i? I've got my eye on one.

 

[ruthieandjohn]

I absolutely love the portable Sony PHA-1.  Since Sony has since come out with a PHA-2 with minor enhancements (more digital output formats and better battery life) and is rumored to be on the verge of PHA-3, the PHA-1 can be gotten used at a price of about 50% its new listed price.  Works really well with the RS1i.

 

[Alcide Nikopol]

Picked up a pair of RS1 #2978, just serviced by Grado in NYC.

 

[lindmarkjohn]

My first foray into hi-fi stuffs, RS2e #10587-12. Came from Bose Over Ear (circa ~2009) cans. The Grados are not as comfortable, nor as bassy. The RS2e's clarity, soundstage, and visual aesthetic are much better than the Bose. Getting close to 100hrs of listening time and still training the ear to appreciate these.

 

[ruthieandjohn]

My first foray into hi-fi stuffs, RS2e #10587-12. Came from Bose Over Ear (circa ~2009) cans. The Grados are not as comfortable, nor as bassy. The RS2e's clarity, soundstage, and visual aesthetic are much better than the Bose. Getting close to 100hrs of listening time and still training the ear to appreciate these.

Welcome to The Grado Brethren! And thanks for training your ear to appreciate them (rather than reject them in the first few seconds).

The RS is the most fun series. I have two RS1s (but no RS-2s). I also have the entire 5-model Prestige Series. And the PS-500. And the HP-1000. And the PS -1000. And the RA-1 amp. And the HPA-1 amp. And on order, the GS-1000e. Oh, and two Grado aprons and shirts. And a Joseph Grado tenor CD.

 

[CH23]

No idea this thread existed! My ears are happy to be on board

#1121 RS1 classic owner. Previously owned by Brooko, and thus in pristine condition.

How do i differentiate between classic A or B?

If classic B comes in the regular white cardboard box without the green "filt", then that's the one i have.

 

[stacker45]

  I just added XLR8's RS1i to the table of serial numbers above, as well as that of my (second) RS1, with buttons, that I just received (#2709 - a Classic B in the terminology of "Classifying Versions of RS1" here http://www.head-fi.org/t/420092/classifying-versions-of-the-rs1-your-guide-work-in-progress#post_5612882 )

 
My n.o.s RS1 no:2390 arrived today, so, you can add me to the list.

 

[ruthieandjohn]

   
My n.o.s RS1 no:2390 arrived today, so, you can add me to the list.

I will, as well as adding CH23 above you and adding my own RS2i 's that I bought since doing this list.

 

[XLR8]

 
I will, as well as adding CH23 above you and adding my own RS2i 's that I bought since doing this list.

Kayandjohn curious.... how many RS Grado's you have now?

 

[ruthieandjohn]

Kayandjohn curious.... how many RS Grado's you have now?

12!

SR60i
SR80
SR125
SR225i
SR325e
PS500
RS2i
RS1
RS1i
GS1000e
PS1000
HP1000

Yep.... An even Dozen. Gotta work on a Baker's Dozen!

 

[wormsdriver]

I had forgotten about this thread, all of a sudden I'm getting emails from this, guess I had subscribed to it at one point!
 
btw, My current Rs1 has no serial # 

 
 

Spoiler: previously posted Rs1 photos

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

[ruthieandjohn]

Kayandjohn curious.... how many RS Grado's you have now?

Whoops. Misread question. I have THREE RS Grados... RS1, RS1i, and RS2i.

 

[XLR8]

   
My n.o.s RS1 no:2390 arrived today, so, you can add me to the list.

A friendly reminder we keenly await your review
 
 

Whoops. Misread question. I have THREE RS Grados... RS1, RS1i, and RS2i.

K&J I know you have written about them in the past but in a simple sentence what is the sonic differences between RS1(vintage) and RS1i?

 

[ruthieandjohn]

The RS1 is a small bit bassier. The RS1i is a wee bit treblier. My listening was done with the flats as pads for the RS1 and the bowls for the RS1i, just as Grado sold them. The bassier RS1 may be a result of the buttons, which take a step toward closing them. However, moving from the L bowls to flats tends to decrease bassiness.