I’m lost. Help me find my way


I’m adding a headphone setup to my all McIntosh system. It’s shown in the virtual systems section. In short, it’s a HT system and the processor/preamp doesn’t have a headphone jack. 
My local dealer, who I have worked with since 1977, is recommending the McIntosh MHA200 amp and the Grado RS1x HP’s. I’m a Mac guy all the way since my first real system back in 70’s. I know nothing about Grado although everything I’ve seen gives them high marks. I respect and trust my dealer and will probably go with it unless I find the Grado phones uncomfortable or poor sounding after trying them. 
But I would welcome any first hand knowledge of either of these products. Thanks in advance. 

jfrost27

Showing 2 responses by tarayfield

Agreed, finding local dealers that stock and demo can be tough. Crutchfield could be a good option…

The Mac HP amp will not disappoint. Definitely audition a number of headphones, not only for SQ but for wearing comfort. Personal experience with the Grado Signature cans lead me elsewhere; they were not comfortable to wear for longer listening sessions. I ultimately opted for the Sennheiser HD800S. Very comfortable and the most open “out of head” soundstage of the “audiophile approved” headphones. The top Dan Clark Audio cans were also outstanding but a bit out of my price range. Have fun auditioning!