Photo by:
Robert Williams
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RS1i
Features:
Vented diaphragm
Wooden air chamber
UHPLC copper voice coil wire
UHPLC copper connecting cord
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Tranducer type |
dynamic |
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Operating principle |
open air |
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Frequency response |
12-30 |
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SPL 1mV |
98 |
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Normal impedance |
32ohms |
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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.
"A ludicrously pricey pair of headphones but the sound is that
good – really!"
- By What Hi-Fi / England
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"...the Grado RS1 adds up to a resounding no-brainer
recommendation. Some refer to it as foot tapping, or pace and
rhythm, I prefer the term kinetic energy. Whichever term
resonates with you, be aware that the RS1 brings all of the
above to the musical table."
- By Dick Olsher / EnjoyTheMusic.com |
"Grado's RS1 has been able to utilize the natural resonance of
wood to produce – in our humble opinion – the finest headphones
in the world. In fact, the word "masterpiece" was bandied about
frequently in the edit meetings"
- Kenny Booras / Industry magazine
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"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
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"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 |
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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
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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 |
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"I would urge any serious headphone listener to audition this
Grado RS1." -John Borwick, Gramophone
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"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 |
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