[kpeezy]

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Originally Posted by khbaur330162 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Also, soundstage is one of my favorite aspects of high fidelity sound systems so to sacrifice that for ear piercing highs, hollow mids and sub-par build quality/comfort isn't something I'm really ready to jump on the bandwagon for. :/

Hollow mids? Can't say I've ever thought that... not as good with vocals compared to others but I definitely wouldn't call the entire midrange hollow.

 

[joze7205]

Prices!

In Sweden the SR225 is almost as expensive as K701 (416$ vs 440$). The HD650 is cheaper (369$).

Compairing the prices at Headroom, you have to pay about twice as much for Grados here in Sweden. Unfortunately, Headroom can't sell any Grados to me...

However, I would love to try a pair of Grados someday - if the price is right.

 

[kool bubba ice]

I think it's lame you have to pay retail price for Grado headphones. New obviously.. & minus some 20.00 discounts.. I been spolied buying headphones for 200.00 plus cheaper then retail..

 

[eruditass]

ksc 75 and hd25's are enough for me. i like neutrality and am good at completely parametric eq

 

[Chipp]

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Originally Posted by dkjohnso /img/forum/go_quote.gif In response to the original question, I think the reason many people don't own a Grado is strictly practical: cost. I would love to own a representative sample of all the different manufacturers, but it is not justifiable for me. Someday yes, but not at the moment.

Ditto.

Someday, Grado. Someday.

 

[Audio-Omega]

I'm concerned about Grado's build quality, so I haven't bought GS1000 yet.

 

[legcramp]

someone post their sr-60's for sale that's not near retail price and I'll bite

 

[hawk]

I tried a pair of Grados but the plug didn't fit in my XM portable radio so I went with the Sennheiser HD 485's instead.

 

[Eddie_1970]

I've been lurking here for over a year. Besides the Shure e2c the last headphones I purchased were Signet T44 probably 20 years ago.

I kept debating between Senns or Grado. Based on the posts here. I did try out a pair of Senns, don't remember which model at a local store. The Senns did not really turn me on. Actually the Bose sounded better to me. At least to my ears the Senns seemed to have a veil as described in several posts here.

Last weekend I did find a store here in Delaware that carries Grado. I tried out the SR225 and was blown away. I bought them and am really impressed with them compared to my Signet T44 and Shure e2c

I guess it all comes down to taste. But so far I'm in love with my Grado SR225.

 

[Mortalcoil]

subtle, I think you hit the nail on the head when you mentioned the physical appearence factor. To the untrained eye a Grado looks overpriced. People want "bling", and Grado is kind of anti bling. The simplistic industrial look is a turn off to most.
This of course is just based on a visual reference, definately not auditory.

 

[espire]

I can't be bothered to go all the way downtown just to listen to a pair of headphones, and I never go anyway.

Besides, I really love the warmth and smoothness of my HD-555. The only thing that I'd like more of is punchy bass, which can be had from the HD-650, I hear.

 

[SBD]

To me, sr60/ms1 are the starting cans to get. But of course I'm not interested in going any further than that.

why fix something that aint broke?

 

[Mortalcoil]

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Originally Posted by SBD /img/forum/go_quote.gif To me, sr60/ms1 are the starting cans to get. But of course I'm not interested in going any further than that. why fix something that aint broke?

Famous last words .....

 

[Drag0n]

Of the headphones in my profile...i keep grabbing my SR80.
I just like them for the punch and detail and fun (yeah i said it...FUN...lol, i know thats been the controversial word lately).

 

[Rock_Mike]

I'm looking for a pair of headphones myself, and listening mostly to metal, i was very happy reading about the grado sound. However, many people find them uncomfortable and they're nowhere to be found (for auditioning) in Romania, so i decided against buying and hoping they fit.

I can understand why some are unimpressed by their looks, but i really like them, i think they look very "personal". I'll definitely look for a hi-fi store when travelling abroad...