[MD1032]

Don't forget that the bowl pads also squish down over time, bringing the drivers closer to your ears and giving you more of the "flats" sound. Well-used bowl pads sound much better than brand new ones to my ears for that reason.

 

[DoYouRight]

what is this grattle? I have a random occuring vibration on the HF-1s. And now sometimes on my HF-2s the right earcup does the same on some heavy or low bass notes. I do notice if I adjust or tap the cup it goes away.

 

[MadMan007]

You can search for 'grattle' and get lots of threads since it seems to have become a generic term for rattling in headphones. Basically a foreign object, most likely hair, gets in to the cup and rattles against the driver. Here's one thread that has the most common user solution: http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f4/rat...r225is-422457/

 

[stvn758]

Mine are on the way.

 

[K3cT]

HF2 has slightly excessive amount of midbass out of my system (Compass w/ Earth HDAM and no jumpers). Does anyone else feel the same?

 

[Kura]

Hi Todd,
I got my HF2 before.
Thank you for the HF2 which gives me sexy voice!

Sincerely

 

[thisbenjamin]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kura /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hi Todd, I got my HF2 before. Thank you for the HF2 which gives me sexy voice! Sincerely

QFT

edit: seriously, this has to be one of the best production recommendations I've ever read.

 

[coredump]

Nice. I want my sexy voice.

 

[K3cT]

Calling all Grado experts here, is it advisable to wash the bowl pad to soften it or is it better to let it soften naturally by wear and tear? The HF2 sounds incredible but comfort could be better in my mind and softening the bowl pad would hopefully help in this matter.

 

[coredump]

Quote:

Originally Posted by stvn758 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Mine are on the way.

Mine too. I was charged on 8/31 so i hope I get them by the end of the week.

 

[les_garten]

Quote:

Originally Posted by K3cT /img/forum/go_quote.gif Calling all Grado experts here, is it advisable to wash the bowl pad to soften it or is it better to let it soften naturally by wear and tear? The HF2 sounds incredible but comfort could be better in my mind and softening the bowl pad would hopefully help in this matter.

I always take my Grado pads and put them in a bucket of warm water with clothes washing detergent and fabric softener. I squeeze the pads VIGORSOUSLY every few hours for a few DAYS. You won't believe the black crap that washes out of them. If they are Jumbos, I change the detergent/fabric softener solution out every couple hours because they have a ton of black stuff in them. Makes them a little softer, removes the scratchiness and gets rid of that "Chain Smoker" smell they come with.

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[mikenyc]

Mine shipped on Monday, order 6052. Estimated arrival on Friday.

 

[thechungster]

Does washing them affect the sound of them? I'm assuming no?

 

[nukular]

Quote:

Originally Posted by les_garten /img/forum/go_quote.gif I always take my Grado pads and put them in a bucket of warm water with clothes washing detergent and fabric softener. I squeeze the pads VIGORSOUSLY every few hours for a few DAYS. You won't believe the black crap that washes out of them. If they are Jumbos, I change the detergent/fabric softener solution out every couple hours because they have a ton of black stuff in them. Makes them a little softer, removes the scratchiness and gets rid of that "Chain Smoker" smell they come with. .

Jesus...talk about overkill. Have you thought about having some lesbian monks from the andes come by and make sure your stereo is aligned with your aura as well...

Days? Really?

I say wear and enjoy. They'll wear in just fine...or wash in some soap for maybe an hour, rinse, dry, then enjoy if they are that uncomfortable to you.

 

[warubozu]

Quote:

Originally Posted by thechungster /img/forum/go_quote.gif Does washing them affect the sound of them? I'm assuming no?

No it doesn't, it helps to soften them up making them more comfortable.