You would simply need to listen to them yourself and then make your own, informed, decision. Isn't that always the answer?

I suppose it is. But I come from a land of far away where the cheapskate is crowned king and audiophilia (any hobby for that matter) is considered to be transitionary phase to other, more dangerous philiae. And therefore a decent individual of the society should revert to music listening only when he is commuting to work or watching a TV show that includes singing and therefore is imbued with positive emotions/socially acceptable values.

Back to the topic- a reviewish text on the PS500 http://headfonics.com/2011/10/grado-ps-500-the-ps-series-gets-affordable-but-is-it-any-good/

^ Pretty useless "review" given that he didn't compare them to any other headphones. Unless you consider this kind of thing helpful:

"Note that the PS-500 is also an “open-air” or “open-back” headphone, which has advantages over the “closed” variety in various aspects of sound quality."

Oh? Do tell.

"On the other hand, some of the sound can be heard by persons sitting nearby depending on the volume level and how quiet the setting is."

Gee, thanks...

Edited October 31, 201114 yr by Wmcmanus

Just got the Audio Advisor catalog. This thing is $1K???

Don't you know that headphones have to be at least $1K to be any good? Duh.

I thought that was 1000 Bangladeshi Takas. My bad.

Edited October 31, 201114 yr by blessingx

Actually it's 45,130.75 Bangladeshi Takas.

Just got the Audio Advisor catalog. This thing is $1K???

TTVJ = $595

Ric, You seem to have trouble with numbers. It is also $595 at Audio Advisor. Maybe they sent you a special catalog... you know for the special people.

http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GRPS500

the rich ones? >D

But 45,130.75 Bangladeshi Takas sounds much more impressive. That was what $495 converted to last night.

How do I get off the special list?!?!?!

Never should have returned that Rega RP1.

Shelly, think how much you saved today.

Two index fingers, one thumb (or a toe) ... you some creepy contortionist, or did you have help?

How do I get off the special list?!?!?!

Never should have returned that Rega RP1.

Shelly, think how much you saved today.

I got a deal!!! Do you think I could sell them to a sucker on the gon?

heck I will take them right now... oh wait. you want how much?

Mikey, they're "Derived from the Flagship PS1000," so ~$849 seems more than fair, no?*

*Shelly, I work on commission.

Edited November 2, 201114 yr by blessingx

I stand corrected.. thx

High five Ric!

How do I get off the special list?!?!?!

Never should have returned that Rega RP1.

Shelly, think how much you saved today.

I recieved the same flier fro AA and did a double take on the price as well ,thought it had to be a typo. Knowing TTJV sells them for $595.00.

Edited November 2, 201114 yr by bozebuttons

FYI I am selling the PS500 for $1295. PM me if you are interested.

I am selling a pair of Cryoed PS500 (not just the wire, the whole headphone!!!) for only $2,995.

I am selling a pair of Cryoed PS500 (not just the wire, the whole headphone!!!) for only $2,995.

Is shipping included?

On second thought, can you wait a couple of weeks? I have my AKG K701s for sale at HF for $1800 and need that sale to clear to fund your purchase.

Edited November 3, 201114 yr by Augsburger

How does the cryo treatment affect the sound signature? Is it not as ...warm anymore?

One more review, not too rich on the tech data, but at least it does comparisons- http://www.headfonia.com/the-new-grado-sound-grado-ps500/

Yes, it's another HF2

Wow, you waited 3 whole minutes before your first post! Good job taking your Welcome PM to heart. And what the hell do you know about the PS500?