| Originally Posted by threEchelon /img/forum/go_quote.gif You should try reversed bowls, too. |
| Originally Posted by Elephas /img/forum/go_quote.gif In my system the W5000 has better bass details and texture while the RS-1 has more bass impact and quantity. I use the RS-1 with the Raptor and W5000 with the AT-HA5000. When the W5000 is driven by the Raptor it has more bass quantity than the AT-HA5000. Overall the W5000 is more detailed than the RS-1. It also has a larger soundstage and better imaging. I consider the W5000 to be very source-sensitive, much more so than the RS-1. The RS-1 sounds great with some types of music, such as fast-paced rock. Guitars are particularly good. I think the W5000 is a step or two above the RS-1 in terms of sound quality and refinement, though there are times when the RS-1 is unbeatable for sheer fun and listening enjoyment. |
| Originally Posted by M0T0XGUY /img/forum/go_quote.gif Take this with a grain of salt, because for every member who enjoys using flats with their RS-1's, there's someone who prefers bowls. I fall into the latter category, as I actually found the bass with flats to be quite boomy and unrealistic, while the highs were a bit rolled off. To me, the bowls tighten the bass but don't neccessarily lessen it, and I actually liked the increased treble detail although some find it fatiguing. So flats are worth a try I suppose, but like I've said before, don't expect to have your initial impressions severely changed. |
| Originally Posted by Elephas /img/forum/go_quote.gif In my system the W5000 has better bass details and texture while the RS-1 has more bass impact and quantity. I use the RS-1 with the Raptor and W5000 with the AT-HA5000. When the W5000 is driven by the Raptor it has more bass quantity than the AT-HA5000. Overall the W5000 is more detailed than the RS-1. It also has a larger soundstage and better imaging. I consider the W5000 to be very source-sensitive, much more so than the RS-1. The RS-1 sounds great with some types of music, such as fast-paced rock. Guitars are particularly good. I think the W5000 is a step or two above the RS-1 in terms of sound quality and refinement, though there are times when the RS-1 is unbeatable for sheer fun and listening enjoyment. |
| Originally Posted by Elephas /img/forum/go_quote.gif I think the W5000 is a step or two above the RS-1 in terms of sound quality and refinement... |
| Originally Posted by Bootleg /img/forum/go_quote.gif I should have gotten into the build quality a little more. The AT's certainly have better EVERYTHING when it comes to the physical product. The case, cable, plug, wood siding, earpads, and headband are all clearly superior to the RS1. As mentioned, my RS1's (and my 325i's) have a very ugly and scary "twist-crimp" at the cable "Y" that looks VERY unprofessional. Also, the leather is frayed on the RS1 headband...hardly a showpiece of craftsmanship. |
| Originally Posted by Bootleg /img/forum/go_quote.gif I will order the flats next time I buy something at Headroom and report back. |
