|
Tranducer
type
|
dynamic |
| Operating
principle |
open
air |
| Frequency
response |
12-30 |
| SPL
1mV |
98 |
| Normal
impedance |
32ohms |
| Driver
matched db |
.05 |
What does the i stand for in the new RS1i from Grado? Improved, that’s
what! Featuring a new species of handcrafted Mahogany earpieces made using an
intricate curing process; Grado has been able to optimize the tonal quality. The
RS1i uses new upgraded dynamic transducers and the new 8 conductor cable design
all in an open-air configuration, the cups being open-backed. The result is a
smooth, controlled and coherent sound with detailed dynamics. Frequency response
ranges from 12-30 kHz and the drivers are matched to 0.05dB. Weighing 9oz, the
headphones are an example of the wonder of Mother Nature with a gorgeous,
dark-colored Mahogany look.
The
RS-1 is the Masterpiece of the Grado collection, the Top Of The Range
product which oozes class both in looks and sound.
Featuring
handcrafted Mahongany earpieces made using an intricate curing process,
Grado has been able to optimize the tonal quality. The
RS1 uses dynamic transducers in an open-air configuration, the
cups being open-backed. The result is a smooth, coherent sound with detailed
dynamics. Frequency response ranges from 12-30 kHz and the drivers are
matched to 0.05dB. Weighing 9oz, the headphones are an example of the
wonder of mother nature with a gorgeous, honey-colored look.
"RS1
is at its best with instrumental, vocal and small-scale groups,
particularly if you like your music up front and personal. The Grados
are clearly a music lover’s component, trading a little accuracy and
detail for warmth, presence and tonal color – a trade most tube lovers
would make any day. Try them on for comfort and sound, you’ll not be
disappointed."
- Phil Gold / Inner Ear Magazine
|
"Even
in the heady group of contenders the Grado RS1’s luscious sound scores
an immediate “wow” response. But over the months living with the three
headphones, I gravitate to the RS1 more than the others. I love these
headphones."
- Steve Guttenberg / Robb Report |
"…offer
what many audiophiles consider the most accurate sound quality
available in headphones. The low end is warm, the high frequencies are
crisp and clear, and there is never any distortion. This is, quite
simply, the way music is supposed to sound!"
- DETAILS magazine |
EDITORS' PICK!
The chassis on these audiophile classics are handcrafted from cured
mahogany, making them both light and dynamic. Amazing sonic detail,
marvel at the clarity of your Steely Dan records. And thanks to a fully
open design, you can have a conversation without reaching for the
volume knob.
- Paul Boutlin, Wired Magazine |
From their honey-hued mahogany earpieces to the ultra-pure, oxygen-free copper voice coils, the RS1 headphones
ooze old-world craftsmanship. These headphones offer a sound that's
warm, smooth and dynamic, revealing otherwise-hidden detail.
- James Willcox, Mercedes Benz Magazine |
| The RS1's are the only product ever nominated by STEREOPHILE for their "PRODUCT OF THE YEAR" distinction, two years in a row! |
"I
say that the RS1 is a Masterpiece."
-
Ken Kessler, HI-FI NEWS - RECORD REVIEW |
| Rated
Class "A" on STEREOPHILE'S recommended components
list. |
"It's
rare that any audio product can come along and simply bowl me over.
In this case, I yeild."
-Jack English, STEREOPHILE Vol.19,
No.7 |
| "I
would urge any serious headphone listener to audition this Grado
RS1." -John Borwick, Gramophone |
"One
of the years awesome high-end audio achievements"
-Ken Kessler, Robb Report |
"The
RS1 offers something so stunning that price becomes irrelevant"
-Gavin Isaacs, Audio Video |
"If
you value headphone listening enough to consider buying a reference
dynamic, then you should audition the RS1's."
-Wes Philips, STEREOPHILE Vol.19, No.7 |
"I
can honestly say that there is no better sounding headphone than the
Grado RS1"
-Corey Greenberg, Home Theater Vol.3, No.5 |
"I'm
very impressed with it" said Wes Phillips, an editor at Stereophile
magazine who is evaluating the headset for next month's issue. "John
introduces things that monster companies can't produce."
Excerpt / New York Times / 8/18/96 / Mark Cohen |
"We've
always had bit of a headphone fettish at What Hi-Fi? We're often talking
about how they can create your own private universe, plug directly
into your favorite piece of music. Now we've heard the Grado RS1s,
and our fettish has become an epic, full blown love affair. Ooooh..."
What Hi-Fi |
This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 30 September, 2008.
