Anyone have some direct comparisons between these 3 phones? I know the DT880s well, I'm getting to know the 550, and am considering getting a pair of Grado. I had some SR80i from around a decade ago that were great for the money, but sadly one of the drivers died a couple of years ago.
Tbh, I wasn't a an of the Beyers, top end a bit harsh, and not particularly sensitive, so my Dac XS struggled, and my LG V30 was nowhere near enough powerful. The 550s I find have a smoother presentation than the DT880s, with sufficient bottom end, if a little boomy. The treble is a bit tizzy too, but that could be the DAC in fairness.
I've just invested in a Marantz HD DAC1 so power won't be an issue, and neither should ragged overly bright presentation, and I'm a fan of the Grado signature sound. Is the 325 worth the extra over the 225, or maybe make the jump to the hemp?
Little to no chance to listen to these before buying for obvious reasons, so going to have to buy somewhat blind.
Tbh, I wasn't a an of the Beyers, top end a bit harsh, and not particularly sensitive, so my Dac XS struggled, and my LG V30 was nowhere near enough powerful. The 550s I find have a smoother presentation than the DT880s, with sufficient bottom end, if a little boomy. The treble is a bit tizzy too, but that could be the DAC in fairness.
I've just invested in a Marantz HD DAC1 so power won't be an issue, and neither should ragged overly bright presentation, and I'm a fan of the Grado signature sound. Is the 325 worth the extra over the 225, or maybe make the jump to the hemp?
Little to no chance to listen to these before buying for obvious reasons, so going to have to buy somewhat blind.