why buy the SR60's when you can buy a pair of Alessandro MS-1's. basically a customized version of the SR80's. ask Alessandro to send them to youas a "gift" so you don't get stung by customs.
The Alessandro's really need an amp to get the best out of them, while the SR60's you can just run straight from your iPod easily. Thats the big difference.
i have the SR60's, and they are just phenomenal with my iPod classic. They are truly awe inspiring. You listen to Katie Melua "cry for you" and the song just comes in layers at you, and when she starts singing on top of what has already been, you just cant stop the smile coming. Its like she is there in your head.
I know i am going in to one here, but they really are that good. So to all the above who are thinking of getting them, do. Its worth the extra cost.
The Alessandro's really need an amp to get the best out of them, while the SR60's you can just run straight from your iPod easily. Thats the big difference.
i agree and disagree. every pair of headphones needs an amp, but my Grado SR125's work fine on my Sony walkman that i bought from cash converters in Stevenage, for £6.
the lower end Grado's/Alessadro's are very forgiving. i always say buy the best headphones you can now, and get the amp later. get the Alessandro's.
I agree/disagree here. .
The truth is alot of people would not even know the first thing about amps. And without one, certain headphones just wont perform. (like your 125's). They may work fine, but a ferrari can be driven slowly should you wish, but whats the point in buying one to do that.
I still stick with the SR60's for perfect sound straight from the headphone out on an iPod or similar. (or if you prefer iem's then sure, super-fi etc).
I used to think the px100's were the best thing ever, then i had my eyes (i mean ears) opened.
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I will add that I have just noticed today after looking in the mirror with the i-Grado's on, I looked a total ****!!! Bugger...the whole reason for buying them was to use them outdoors.