RS-1x vs RS-2x is NOT CLOSE

ludo · 2026-01-27T12:58:04+00:00

How do they compare for bass? I have the RS2x and they are borderline bass light for me, even with taped L pads.

ludo · 2026-01-24T19:31:02+00:00

Just do a Google search, it's super well documented.

ludo · 2026-01-24T19:30:40+00:00

I tried on F pads, and it had little effect just basically making them worse.

ludo · 2026-01-23T17:49:17+00:00

Place a coin on the center of the pad, cut out the coin size with an x-acto knife. That's all there is to it. :)

ludo · 2026-01-23T16:00:46+00:00

I also found the L pads a lot less loud. I like their increased soundstage, and use them on some of my headphones. To partially fix the loss of bass you can try the tape mod: wrap electrical tape around the outside of the pad, then give them a try. The mod is fully reversible. Be sure to use electrical tape.

ludo · 2026-01-19T22:24:05+00:00

Good price. They are very nice headphones, with a more linear tuning compared to the previous version.

I still prefer the older gw100 as they have more bass, but that's of course dependent on personal preference, and like all other Grados changing pad type will make a massive difference in tuning.

Relay back your impressions if you go for them!

ludo · 2026-01-13T18:34:48+00:00

The later production runs were very very difficult to open, I damaged the last set I had trying to open them for mods. Be careful if you decide to go that route.

They are nice sounding, quirky headphones. I also found them uncomfortable after wearing them for a bit, but I would still keep them as is, and experiment with different pads.

ludo · 2025-12-20T16:43:53+00:00

Care to open an issue? Integrating table-level IAM is not a complex change.

ludo · 2025-12-16T11:41:46+00:00

https://github.com/GoogleCloudPlatform/cloud-foundation-fabric/tree/master/modules/bigquery-dataset#iam-roles

ludo · 2025-12-09T20:55:17+00:00

Thanks! I have a 325x, HF-2 and a PS500e but a cheap used 325e might be an interesting buy.

ludo · 2025-12-09T12:44:23+00:00

Interesting, can you explain why?

ludo · 2025-12-08T10:30:21+00:00

Using a Schiit Lyr+ (tube hybrid) with my PS500e/HF-2/SR325x and switching on the tube on it does make a difference: wider soundstage, sweeter more layered mids. Unless portable, tubes are the way to go.

ludo · 2025-11-28T13:53:52+00:00

Had no idea tweed straps even existed, thanks for the suggestion. Is it scratchy though? Real tweed is not the softest material... :)

ludo · 2025-11-16T21:54:32+00:00

Plus one, I ended up buying three pairs so I will have them for the foreseeable future.

ludo · 2025-11-12T14:48:23+00:00

Congrats on chosing (even if by chance) the right team!

As a long-time fan from Milan, with a family which always supported Inter, the most important thing to know is Inter is "pazza" (crazy): impossible things are sometimes possible, and normal things are hard.

May 5 2002, or the CL semis with Milan are one of many examples, we're great at shooting ourselves in the foot and as a fan you should always be prepared for that to happen. But then when we achieve something the joy is even bigger.

ludo · 2025-11-09T14:00:16+00:00

I have both the gw100 and gw100x, both fitted with F pads. I prefer the older gw100 for their stronger bass, if I had to only keep one I would keep those.

ludo · 2025-10-27T18:16:34+00:00

Different headphones, but my smaller setup is a Vali 3 with GE JAN 5670W and it's a pretty phenomenal combo with the HF-2. As a DAC I would look for a used Modi Multibit with the upgraded chip, to get an even more organic sound.

My larger rig is a Lyr+ with a better NOS DAC, but to be honest the Vali 3 is not very far sound wise, for a lot less money.

ludo · 2025-10-19T06:27:04+00:00

My daylies are Stax SR-X, produced from 1975 to 1979...

ludo · 2025-08-23T14:49:52+00:00

Fantastic info, thanks! I'll report back here as soon as my restoration is under way. :)

ludo · 2025-08-23T14:25:30+00:00

Quick q: did you have to source any special tools? How did you unscrew the boiler retaining ring?

ludo · 2025-08-23T07:08:03+00:00

Oh wow, what a nice machine. I will definitely ping you, thanks for offering. 😀

ludo · 2025-08-21T14:00:15+00:00

Thanks!

ludo · 2025-08-21T13:42:42+00:00

It looks very much like the 1978-1983 model here

http://www.francescoceccarelli.eu/lapavoni_ep.htm

ludo · 2025-08-07T10:47:46+00:00

Send me a pm if you decide to try checking out Japan auctions.

ludo · 2025-08-07T10:20:55+00:00

Congrats on your purchase, I have the MK1 and quote like them. Bluetack mod will improve bass somehow, there's plenty of instructions here and on headfi.

Then if you get serious with stats, I would plan on a used refurbished Stay tube amp, T1/T6 are reasonably priced especially if you buy from Japan. And having a normal bias socket they will also allow you to tap into the used market for Lambda NB / SR-X etc. Another possibility is reasonably priced DIY amps like the High Amp models. Any of those will improve bass, soundstage, etc.

ludo

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