Grado SR225x
The Grado SR325x headphones are the flagship of the Prestige Series, boasting a metal housing for exceptional sonic precision and detailed sound. They deliver superlative tonal balance, dynamics, imaging, and realism, revealing new nuances in your music. Featuring fourth-generation Grado X-Series drivers, re-engineered for improved efficiency and reduced distortion, these headphones offer an outstanding listening experience. The redesigned, durable cables and comfortable leather headband, all hand-built in Brooklyn, provide both longevity and premium comfort for an immersive audio reproduction.
$249.37
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Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1830
/ 5520
#1830 in Headphones
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
Transducer Type
Dynamic
/ Dynamic
Who it's for
- Dynamic and Engaging Sound
- Superb Midrange Detail
- Wide, Open Soundstage
Who should skip it
- Polarizing Comfort
- Zero Noise Isolation
- Fixed, Heavy Cable
Key Specs
Transducer Type
Dynamic
Operating Principle
Open Air
Frequency Response
18Hz - 24kHz
SPL
99.8 dB
Nominal Impedance
38 ohms
Driver Matched
0.05 dB
Driver Size
44 mm
Cable
Eight-conductor, super annealed copper wire
Features
- Fourth Generation X-Series drivers for enhanced performance
- Metal housing ensures surgical precision and imaging
- New super-annealed copper cable for improved signal purity
- Redesigned leather headband with distinctive white stitching
- Open-air design for a natural, spacious soundstage
- Hand-assembled in Brooklyn for quality craftsmanship
- High-density foam earpads for comfort
- Dynamic and musical sound signature
What customers say
The Grado SR225x earns high praise for its exceptional audio performance, delivering a vibrant, detailed, and engaging sound signature that offers significant value. Listeners consistently note the clarity and immediacy of the music reproduction, positioning it strongly for serious audiophiles. While the sonic rewards are widely celebrated, the classic Grado design presents a drawback. Many users report that the standard foam earpads and basic headband structure negatively impact long term comfort. Ultimately, the consensus suggests the superior sound quality easily justifies the design compromises.
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