Grado Signature HP100 SE

[fidgeraldo]

Me, too!

Cheers!

 

[YtseJamer]

I’m surprised by the lack of video reviews. Where are DMS, Resolve and Joshua? Usually they are way ahead of the game.

I just got my HP100 SE today, and honestly, I can already tell these guys won’t be into them. But seriously, don’t base your opinion of the HP100 on what reviewers or even some people here say, you really need to try them in person before dropping that kind of cash. That’s exactly what I did this morning, and after just 15 minutes with them, I walked out of the store $4000 poorer (that’s the price here in Canada with taxes). They’re an amazing headphone and can compete with pretty much any high-end pair I’ve had, but they’re definitely not for everyone since they’re on the brighter side.

 

[fidgeraldo]

I can already tell these guys won’t be into them.

They won't be into them...because John doesn't give a carrot about their opinion!
Clear pragmatics!

Cheers!

 

[fidgeraldo]

but they’re definitely not for everyone since they’re on the brighter side.

Yes! Always...


Cheers!

 

[Kiats]

I just got my HP100 SE today, and honestly, I can already tell these guys won’t be into them. But seriously, don’t base your opinion of the HP100 on what reviewers or even some people here say, you really need to try them in person before dropping that kind of cash. That’s exactly what I did this morning, and after just 15 minutes with them, I walked out of the store $4000 poorer (that’s the price here in Canada with taxes). They’re an amazing headphone and can compete with pretty much any high-end pair I’ve had, but they’re definitely not for everyone since they’re on the brighter side.

Congrats! Enjoy them. As for brightness, I feel that it really depends on your desktop rig. I actually do not find it all that bright. But I guess we all have different ideas of what that means.

 

[YtseJamer]

They won't be into them...because John doesn't give a carrot about their opinion!
Clear pragmatics!

Cheers!

I stopped following reviewers and just trust my own ears, and I think everyone should do the same. Grado really nailed it with the HP100 SE, this headphone can easily compete with all the kilobuck models from Focal, Hifiman, Audeze, and ZMF. But my advice? Try them out in person first.

 

[chesebert]

I stopped following reviewers and just trust my own ears, and I think everyone should do the same. Grado really nailed it with the HP100 SE, this headphone can easily compete with all the kilobuck models from Focal, Hifiman, Audeze, and ZMF. But my advice? Try them out in person first.

Do you mean kilobuck cans like Clear or Utopia; or HEK or Susvara?

 

[Anticipator]

They’re an amazing headphone and can compete with pretty much any high-end pair I’ve had, but they’re definitely not for everyone since they’re on the brighter side.

I'm curious to hear your impressions once you burn them in.

 

[YtseJamer]

Congrats! Enjoy them. As for brightness, I feel that it really depends on your desktop rig. I actually do not find it all that bright. But I guess we all have different ideas of what that means.

Thanks! I know they’re not overly bright except for a small peak in the lower treble, and honestly, that doesn’t bother me on my setup as long as I’m mindful of the volume. But at the same time, I definitely wouldn’t recommend them to someone looking for a smooth sound like some of the Sennheiser or ZMFs.

 

[YtseJamer]

Do you mean kilobuck cans like Clear or Utopia; or HEK or Susvara?

I haven’t heard the two Hifimans you mentioned, but from what I recall, the HP100 holds its own against the Clear and possibly even the Utopia.

 

[Tirandosaurus]

I just got my HP100 SE today, and honestly, I can already tell these guys won’t be into them. But seriously, don’t base your opinion of the HP100 on what reviewers or even some people here say, you really need to try them in person before dropping that kind of cash. That’s exactly what I did this morning, and after just 15 minutes with them, I walked out of the store $4000 poorer (that’s the price here in Canada with taxes). They’re an amazing headphone and can compete with pretty much any high-end pair I’ve had, but they’re definitely not for everyone since they’re on the brighter side.

Where did you get to demo them? (Fellow Canuck here)

 

[ESL-1]

Well, GS1000 never been known for a good solid bass. It's one of the reasons why I steered away from statement series - simply because it doesn't fit my application. But HP100 might be a gamechanger, hopefully I can get it soon and call it an end game.

No comparing the bass quality and in my opinion the HP500 SE is the Best Bass to ever come out of the house of Grado.

Congratulations to all the current owners of this superb Groundbreaking Headphone.

Enjoy.

P.S. you can see the new thicker headband a bit in the photo, it works well.’ So

 

[jonathan c]

In a 6.3mm plug, Furutech or ViaBlue? And do you select Audeze LCD for the headphones type?

Furutech; Yes.

 

[ESL-1]

No comparing the bass quality and in my opinion the HP100 SE is the Best Bass to ever come out of the house of Grado.

Congratulations to all the current owners of this superb Groundbreaking Headphone.

Todd the Vinyl Junkie REVIEW VIDEO HP100 SE

I have been watching Todd the Vinyl Junkie’s Review of the and on the Grado HP100 SE LINK BELOW, watch

Check out, good back info and great story. The link below should get you there. Let me know if you have any questions or issues.

Enjoy.

P.S. you can see the new thicker headband a bit in the photo, it works well.’ So

 

[YtseJamer]

Where did you get to demo them? (Fellow Canuck here)

Got them at Planète Haute Fidélité in Montreal. The owner said it’s the first and only pair available in a store in Canada right now since all the HP100s Grado Canada got were already pre-ordered online.