[BloodTotal]

The only important factors are isolation, and I will not be using amplification.

 

[sampson_smith]

Very good. They can be had for approx. $150 US and are definitely amazing open rock/metal/folk cans at that price. As is mentioned very often, they are one of the sweet spots in the Grado line for value for your money.

 

[Palpatine]

If isolation is a factor then look elsewhere. Otherwise great value.

 

[BloodTotal]

How is this particular headphone compared to the Sennheiser HD-25 1 II?

 

[markkr]

AWESOME for Rock

HORRIBLE for Isolation

I "try" to use my 225's at work... my cubicle mates complain ALLOT... I'm told the Dennon D2000's are a good closed compromise... not sure cause I haven't tried them (yet)

 

[Palpatine]

The sr225i like others in the prestige line, have a very forward mid sound, which makes rock and metal really sound alive.
The HD 25 I II is a great portable headphone that isolates extremely well, and also leaks little sound. They have a very nice sound as well, but definitely not as aggressive as the Grados in the mids department. They also have a nice full bass sound.

 

[BloodTotal]

Hey thanks, you guys are the best.

Can you post in this thread for me, to answer my most important question

This Thread

 

[cck5]

i love my 225I.

 

[Young Spade]

The Grado line is great for rock/metal/alternative, and the like. Isolation is practically non existent so you might have a problem there.

 

[MWA]

Regarding the sr225i, what about live symphony > FLAC > PreSonus Firebox? Alternately, what about live symphony > FLAC > Cowon iAudio 7 > pico headphone amp?

Allow me to ask the same two questions about bebop. I truly enjoy good source recordings of good philharmonics and boy do I love jazz: circa late 40s to late 60s.

I'm asking y'all because I lost my cans and don't have the necessary time to properly demo new ones.

 

[Kayito-san]

@MWA:

They lack soundstage but they have a crisp high-mid that does justice to string instruments.

 

[MWA]

Kayito-san, thanks for taking the time to reply.

I'm a bit spoiled as I have KRK V4 Series 2 monitors which are painfully accurate yet present an exquisite soundstage.

What would you suggest if I wanted a soundstage with sweep and depth? I'm already used to accuracy.

 

[MWA]

AKGs maybe?

 

[alphaphoenix]

Agree with other OP - they are the sweet spot in the Grado line. However, in this price range $150-200, there are a lot of options available from all types and brands. Even more so when you consider the used can markets.