[RichieLitt]

But the bass is kinda pathetic. And considering it's supposed to be bass-heavier than the 60i, I can't imagine how pathetic that phone must be for bass. My 20 dollar JVC marshmallows can thump more.

 

[sampson_smith]

Mehh...

 

[drizzt]

The bass is there but it's not going to "thump." Are you amping them? that's helps bring out the bass. But if your looking for harder hitting bass I'd look for a closed headphone

 

[mythless]

Well, I guess grado sound signature aren't for you. Grado aren't really bass heavy, regardless. Even the 225i and 325is aren't bass heavy. What were you expecting? They're not good for bass heavy genre.

 

[RichieLitt]

Yeah I'm amping them. And I realize they're not for bass heavy music, but that doesn't discount that their bass is a flaw.

 

[mythless]

Quote:

Originally Posted by RichieLitt /img/forum/go_quote.gif Yeah I'm amping them. And I realize they're not for bass heavy music, but that doesn't discount that their bass is a flaw.

I don't think it's a flaw in it's original design, it's just not up to your preference. Just as I can't stand the marshmallows.

 

[manuvajpai]

The existence of the entire Grado lineup (exceptions do exist in both directions) in itself is a technical flaw and a musical win.

You just chose the wrong HP for the job.

 

[jjsoviet]

I have the laid-back Sennheiser, the punchy AKG, and now I'll experience the aggressive Grado. Oh boy, the difference of sound signatures astounds me.

 

[mythless]

Quote:

Originally Posted by manuvajpai /img/forum/go_quote.gif The existence of the entire Grado lineup (exceptions do exist in both directions) in itself is a technical flaw and a musical win. You just chose the wrong HP for the job.

lol are you trying to be philosophical here? Which I can understand, if not, I am completely confused.

 

[kostalex]

Quote:

Originally Posted by RichieLitt /img/forum/go_quote.gif But the bass is kinda pathetic. And considering it's supposed to be bass-heavier than the 60i, I can't imagine how pathetic that phone must be for bass. My 20 dollar JVC marshmallows can thump more.

Amp them. Bend them for tighter fit. Try "Grado bowls tape mod", search for it here. If this would not be enough, amp them with some bass-boosted amp (not FIIOs).

 

[kostalex]

And I agree with you that Grados are bass light. From those I heard - iGrado, SR80, SR225 - iGrado was the most bassy.

 

[kostalex]

Ahh, I forgot about Grado Flat Pads - $35.00 : TTVJ, Todd The Vinyl Junkie. They provide you with stronger bass at expense of some clarity.

 

[mythless]

I actually found the bass to be quite punchy, and not overwhelming. I didn't mind it at all one bit, and never thought about trying to make it more bassy.

 

[kostalex]

Quote:

Originally Posted by RichieLitt /img/forum/go_quote.gif But the bass is kinda pathetic. And considering it's supposed to be bass-heavier than the 60i, I can't imagine how pathetic that phone must be for bass. My 20 dollar JVC marshmallows can thump more.

BTW, what are your source / amp?

 

[Shike]

Grados? Bass light is an understatement . . . bass anemic is more like it. Seriously, the AKG K701s have more bass than anything in the Grado SR line . . . and people still criticize them for lack of bass!

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Seriously, Grado is known for being "sparkly" or "airy". If you want tight, well controlled bass that's still present you probably shouldn't look at Grado . . . most certainly not the SR line at least.

If you want to try an increase bass look at flats or comfy pads for them.