[kite7]

 
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The treble of the Magnum is more toned down than the stock 325is (both with bowls). Mine haven't been used much becasue I am still waiting for the replacement gimbal but even straight out of the box, their treble is down a notch or two. Much easier on the ears.

How do the magnums sound against the black SR325?
 

 

[pcf]

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How do the magnums sound against the black SR325?
 

I can't use the Magnums at the moment because of the loose gimbal and they are not burnt in. We have to wait for that shoot out I'm afraid.

 
 
 

 

[Flipjack]

How do the magnums compare with the Alessandro MS Pro's? From what I read, both can be considered as more neutral Grado's. And they cost roughly the same.

 

[tme110]

I can't use mine at the moment either and it's driving me nuts!
 
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I can't use the Magnums at the moment because of the loose gimbal and they are not burnt in. We have to wait for that shoot out I'm afraid.

 
 
 

 

 

[wje]

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I can't use mine at the moment either and it's driving me nuts!
 
 

 
Gosh, you two guys are like some ninnies - worried about not being able use your headphones.  

 
TME110, At some point, I'd love to meet up to see / hear your 'phones.  I have my 2 pair of Grados, plus the stock SR60s at the moment.  I work in DC about 2-3 days per week on Vermont Ave.  I promise I don't look anything like my avatar picture.  

 

[reivaj]

thinking of doing this mod the day a driver on my ms2i dies. Wonder how different it will sound.

 

 

[JamesMcProgger]

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thinking of doing this mod the day a driver on my ms2i dies. Wonder how different it will sound.

 

I'm sure a dead driver would be 180 degrees of difference

 

[tme110]

Well there is a DC area  headfi meet coming up soon though I think it's on a Sat.
 
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Gosh, you two guys are like some ninnies - worried about not being able use your headphones.  

 
TME110, At some point, I'd love to meet up to see / hear your 'phones.  I have my 2 pair of Grados, plus the stock SR60s at the moment.  I work in DC about 2-3 days per week on Vermont Ave.  I promise I don't look anything like my avatar picture.  

 

 

[pcf]

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Gosh, you two guys are like some ninnies - worried about not being able use your headphones.  

 
TME110, At some point, I'd love to meet up to see / hear your 'phones.  I have my 2 pair of Grados, plus the stock SR60s at the moment.  I work in DC about 2-3 days per week on Vermont Ave.  I promise I don't look anything like my avatar picture.  

Who said I was worried? I can always just use my ibuds.

 

 
 

 

[evosam]

So I've been obsessively reading this entire thread for the past week while I waited for my V2 full mod that I bought off the one of the other HF members from the for sale forum. Finally got them this afternoon and have just done a very quick listening test vs the Grado RS2i I got about a month ago...
 
To set the stage, right now I'm using a MacBook Air  feeding FLAC and ALAC files through to a Centrance DACPort for portable use. When I get home tonight, I'll run a MacBook Pro through my Benchmark DAC1 USB with the same set of FLAC and ALAC files.
 
This is a very new hobby for me, but I really liked the neutrality of the RS2i, the sound stage is pretty close, clarity was very good to my ears and at least with the Benchmark, it's very revealing. However I was a little disappointed in how deep the bass hit - and while it's accurate it lacks the "punch".
 
Initial impressions with the Magnum V2 is that it seems to bring the soundstage even closer than the RS2i. It could be the way they sit on my ears (also running with the bowls and not the pads), but it's like I jumped forward 4or 5 rows at the concert and I'm almost on stage. The Mag v2 also do have a lot more bass - a little boomy right now, but the concensus seems to be that they settle down after a fair bit of use. I've been told that these only have about 30-40 hrs on them so I've got to put a lot more time with them to get them to the 250-300 hrs people are suggesting here.
 
The other initial visceral thing is that they are just a LOT heavier than the woodie RS2i. The weight has to be at least twice as heavy as the woodie....(not complaining or anything) , but if anything, I'm just impressed by the amount of AL and the weight of all that metal. I'm sure I'm going to start to feel that weight on my head after a prolonged listening session...
 
More over the weekend as I put some of my fav tracks through this thing...
 
-Sam
 
 

 

[Duckman]

Wait till you try the LCD2! The Magnums will feel feather-light.
 
Certainly weightier than the woodie Grados as you say.

 

[Duckman]

Looking forward to seeing this page light up with reviews soon.

 

[Currawong]

I did briefly compare some PS1s to the Magnum V3s and they are similar, if slightly different. I preferred the V1 presentation personally, though now with a Stacker II here, the V3s have quite amazingly detailed bass, if somewhat too much of it.  The V1s, with their more 325is/RS2-like sound signature would have been the perfect mating for me.  I've been meaning to bug Rhydon about the possibility of resurrecting V1-sounding drivers.

 

[SemiAudiophile]

I recently balanced my Magnum. The sound is quite different when balanced; it takes it up a notch. The soundstage is a lot wider, better separation, and just incredible openess and/or air. Much better control as well. Versus single ended which has better focus and accuracy. I think I prefer balanced a little bit more. It sounds quite amazing on my Taboo, with great soundstage and dynamics, though I wouldn't say it's an ideal pairing. 
 
I think the bass of my V2 is comparable to the bass of the LCD-2. Low, detailed, and textured. I think Magnum bass is even tighter though can't say about the Rev.2. 

 

[ScottieB]

Glad I kept my V1s then - I am a big fan of the 325i/is so I just wanted my sound enhanced, not altered too much. Looks like I made the right choice. For once...

 
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I did briefly compare some PS1s to the Magnum V3s and they are similar, if slightly different. I preferred the V1 presentation personally, though now with a Stacker II here, the V3s have quite amazingly detailed bass, if somewhat too much of it.  The V1s, with their more 325is/RS2-like sound signature would have been the perfect mating for me.  I've been meaning to bug Rhydon about the possibility of resurrecting V1-sounding drivers.