N@Z 0 Report post Posted June 11, 2003 Bare in mind Grados are open design hence should you have a noisy aircon, like me, you can still be able to hear it. The closed designs will offer isolation from these nuisances. Otherwise the Grados will be a good buy should you like a forward & bright sounding presentation. The SR80s were my 2nd proper headphones. Once you've listen to a Grado & enjoy it, you will be forever smitten. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishball79 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 N@Z, SORRY WHAT DID YOU SAY? Ah... had my grado cans on.. couldn't hear a thing other than the music... say whats this ringing noise i get everytime i listen to rock at 'normal' volumes... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blacknight 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 Thanks guys. So besides the Grado SR80 which is less than my adjusted budget of $200, is there any other recommendations for indoor use only cans which do not need any amplification? BTW, I've not gotten any response with regards to where I can get a small amp to enhance the sound. Is it worth it to get an amp in the first place? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mackie 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 Oh yes, definitely so. It depends on your budget. Someone is selling a Creek OBH-11 for $250. Go and check it out. I think response on headamps will pour in once everyone here knows about your budget. For newbies, a good way to experience more expensive and higher grade gears at a fraction of the price would be to buy used stuffs. However, reliability is a risk....especially on public classifieds like singnet. Forum classifieds may be safer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blacknight 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 what's the range price of a small headamp? i am a newbie here but i see that matbon posted a thread showing a "meta mint" which looks to me like an amp. where can i get one of those? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mackie 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 Meta is a DIY amp. If U are handy with soldering iron, pursue this course. Otherwise, best to buy off the shelves. On Cordas, consult Rameish. There are choices like Musical Fidelity X-cans, Creek OBH-11SE, Project etc....all these cost between $400-500. btw, blacknight, we are testing the new server at http://adrian.influeix.com/sgheadphones/in....php?act=SF&f=2 Pls click in to help in the testing and talk rot under the sun (will not be backed up after trial). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blacknight 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 can't log in. need to re-register? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sipher 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 go bid for the PC-II! anyway how much is a X-can? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishball79 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 X-Cans V2 should be $430 or so unless Alpha Audio actually lowers price. f*cked up shop i suggest you want X-Cans get 2nd hand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barradio 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 Hi Blacknight you can look inder the SgHaedphones Classifieds section for used headamp. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matbon0013 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 The Auctioned Corda looks so good 350 retail is very tempting, I would recommend that plus you directly contribute to the Forum. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N@Z 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 The build quality of the Porta Corda II looks great. Shame I've never heard it before. For the price it is a good buy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blacknight 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 i have bidded! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blacknight 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 FYI guys...just got myself a grado sr-80 and i'm currently burning it as per the guide given.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N@Z 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2003 Congratulations! Where did you get it from? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
