MalHead

Hi all Looks like the support for both Grado and Alessandros is no good. But does Jaben carries Alessandros? In terms of choices, will Stereo or Jaben carry more products that can be tested? Malcolm

Hi nakedtoes Thanks for the prompt reply. yup, I'm using it at home, so open cans are ok. Sorry for being newbie, but what do you mean by SQ? Singapore??? Let's say I want to take 1 step ahead, which is the next upgrade from MS1? Very greedy, huh? I will compare these cans when I go down to Stereo or Jaben. Btw, where is Jaben? I'm staying in the east of Singapore, so Stereo is a bit out for me. Malcolm

Hi MarcPKH Can I understand a bit more when you say that MS1 is harder to drive than SR60? Do you mean MS1 will be better with an amp? So far, may I know who's using MS1 with an amp? Any amp to intro? Reading on Sr125/225/325 and MS1/2, it seems that the next logical upsize is MS2, but this is a huge jump in price point. And does it need an amp? Ok, my budget range between S$100-400, including amp if necessary. Thanks Malcolm

Thanks for the advise. I notice quite a number of you have a few cans, but I hope I can settle with one good one. Yes, I'm also thinking of MS1, but is there significant difference as compared to SR125 and SR225? I mean for a newbie, can one tell the difference straightaway? Will having a headamp with MS1 make a good headon with SR125 or even SR225? Just trying to see if MS1+amp compare to SR125/225? Or is it that the tech spec sets the limits of how far MS1 can go? If really were to pair, which amp will you recommend to go with MS1? Also where can I find it and what's the cost? I will be using it mostly at home, so whether the headamp is portable or not is not critical. Thanks. Malcolm

Hi all I'm newbie and currently researching/sourcing for a set of headphones for home use, both music and TV/movie. I've read through (I think) almost all threads on Grado, Alessandros, and their comparisons/reviews. Based on the discussions, it seems that Grado and Alessandros headphones are great for live performance, rock, jazz, instrumental. But what about pop, soundtracks and movies/TV? I also read about the comparisons between MS1 and SR60/80, and that between MS2 and SR225/325. In Head-Fi, someone mentioned that MS1 is a mod of SR125 while MS2 is a mod of 325, that's why reviews seem to favor MS1 to SR60/80 and MS2 to SR225. But how much difference is between MS1 and SR225? Some said that there are 2 different categories, but can anyone elaborate? I'm staying in the east side of SG and would definitely go to Stereo in Causeway Point to test drive the units but would like get opinions on this comparison/ difference. My main criteria for choosing my first serious headphone: 1. Sound true to its origin, ie. can differentiate the instruments 2. Clarity. Among high, mid and low, as long as they are true to its origin 3. Most suitable for instrumental, jazz, soundtracks, pop (all languages), movie/TV. Seldom listen to live performance and rock. 4. Value for money. I'm also open to other brands like BeyerDynamics, Audio Technica, Sennheiser, etc. Btw, does any of MS1/2 and SR225 need amp. I'm using my Palm to listen to music. Appreciate all advice and recommendations from all of you audiophiles. Thanks. Malcolm