[jovatin]

I don't need it now....but...I am curious about it ...and would like to buy one pair to use with my MP3
Questions : 1 - What par they are with the SR 80, 125, 225 etc.?
2 - where can I find a "pro" review?? where to buy?
3rd. thanks and don't shoot me
jovatin

 

[vwap]

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Originally posted by jovatin I don't need it now....but...I am curious about it ...and would like to buy one pair to use with my MP3 Questions : 1 - What par they are with the SR 80, 125, 225 etc.? 2 - where can I find a "pro" review?? where to buy? 3rd. thanks and don't shoot me jovatin

jovatin. Use the search feature.

But to answer your questions:

1: Par? There is no par with the HP-1000s. They're the bar. However, the current in-production headphone equivalent/replacement (in John Grado's eyes) are the RS-1's.

2. There are a few reviews of the HP-1000s here in the Headphone Forum. I believe Head-Fi moderator carlo did a comparison between the HP-1000 and the RS-1, and I believe another Head-Fi moderator, Zanth, also wrote a review of the HP-1000s. Like I said before, do a search for them. You might also want to search for HP-1, HP-2, and/or HP-3 in the forums. They are all part of the HP-1000 series.

As for where to buy them, you'll have to find them used (or if you're lucky enough, a NOS pair). They come up occasionally on the forums here.

Good luck.

 

[lan]

This headphone is considered one of the best Grado's. Since they're discontinued, you have to be on watch on audiogon, here, ebay or whereever for somebody who's selling.

I think there's a lot of user feedback on this site concerning these headphones already. Just search around.

 

[dd3mon]

HP1000's refer to the set of Grado's highest-end headphones from their previous line. They are out of production completely, and are very sought after on the secondary market. Most who have tried them find them far better than Grado's current top-of-the-line, the RS-1, many put the HP1000's as one of the top dynamic headphones of all time.

1) They are on par with the RS-1 in the current lineup (although I believe they were considerably more expensive new).

2) I know of no 'professional' reviews of the HP1000 series, but if you search these boards (or browse the full-featured headphone reviews) you will find quite a few reviews of them, most by individuals with more headphone experience than any 'professional' reviewer.

3) No shots necessary. BTW - If my understanding is correct, the HP1000 referes to the series of three headphones: HP-1, HP-2, HP-3. HP-1 being the best of the three (although all are said to be very, very similar).

HP1000's are in serious demand, in this market finding a pair in good condition for $1000 would be considered a bargain by some, just because of their rarity.

Basically, this would be way overkill for 'your mp3' - if you could even find a pair. I wouldn't recommend this caliber of headphone to anyone without equipment of equal status (source, amp).

-dd3mon

 

[vwap]

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Originally posted by dd3mon 1) They are on par with the RS-1 in the current lineup (although I believe they were considerably more expensive new). 3) No shots necessary. BTW - If my understanding is correct, the HP1000 referes to the series of three headphones: HP-1, HP-2, HP-3. HP-1 being the best of the three (although all are said to be very, very similar).

IIRC, the prices for the HP-1000s were:

HP-1 - $595
HP-2 - $495
HP-3 - $395

(someone correct me if I'm wrong...) So they're a bit less than what the retail price of the RS-1 is (which I believe is $695).

HP-1 and HP-2 are virtually identical, minus the phase switches (which some claim do nothing) of the HP-1's. The HP-1 and HP-2 drivers are the same. The HP-3 is very similar to the HP-1 and HP-2, but have less closely matched drivers. Between the HP-2 and HP-3, it's impossible to tell which version it is just by looking at it. It's easier to tell if you have the HP-2 or HP-3 box, but that's no guarantee that it's actually what you're getting. (Since they look identical..)

 

[grinch]

you want the world's best dynamic headphone for mp3?

you're nuts.

 

[Beagle]

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Originally posted by dd3mon Basically, this would be way overkill for 'your mp3'

No kidding...

 

[jpelg]

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you want the world's best dynamic headphone for mp3? you're nuts.

Word.

 

[vwap]

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Originally posted by grinch you want the world's best dynamic headphone for mp3? you're nuts.

These aren't just any normal MP3s, though.. These are Kazaa-enhanced MP3s!

 

[SteeleBlayde]

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Originally posted by jpelg Word.

That has got to be the most annoying phrase I have ever heard... Not bashing you, just bashing that phrase (although I should bash you for using it)... I hear it so much and it doesnt mean jack!!!

Dont quote me about "doesnt mean jack", thats a phrase that can actually be tied up to something that means something!!

Sorry about getting off-topic.

You dont need HP-1000 to play mp3's!! Get yourself a pair of Senn HD 580s or something. More than adequate for mp3's.

 

[Hirsch]

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Originally posted by grinch you want the world's best dynamic headphone for mp3? you're nuts.

He's talking about the HP-1000, not the R10.

OTOH, the R10 is easier to drive directly from an MP3 player without an amp (and yes, I've tried this).

vwap, you've got the HP-1000 pricing exactly right, according to Grado's literature.

 

[MusicLover]

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Originally posted by vwap These aren't just any normal MP3s, though.. These are Kazaa-enhanced MP3s!

Oh yeah!! Authentic Kazaa files! Some say they even compete with radio quality!

 

[grinch]

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Originally posted by Hirsch He's talking about the HP-1000, not the R10.

i know this, that's why i said the world's best dynamic headphone, not the world's most overpriced dynamic headphone.

i do agree that the r10 sounds better on ****ty hardware though.

 

[SteeleBlayde]

Why so bitter and angry Grinch?

 

[dd3mon]

(read: GRINCH)