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Grado SR125e Prestige Headphones
Best open back headphones for detailed music enjoyment.
The Grado SR125e Prestige Headphones offer a pure Grado sound experience with warm harmonic colors, rich full-bodied vocals, excellent dynamics, and an ultra-smooth top end. Featuring a proprietary SpaceBlack Polycarbonate housing to absorb stray sonic vibrations and an eight-conductor cable for outstanding control and stability, these headphones deliver enhanced inner detail and a balanced tonal spread. They are ideal for home listening, providing a neutral, detailed, and warm sound with extended frequency extremes and wide dynamic range. The SR125e is recognized for its exceptional sound quality per dollar within the Grado range.
$220.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
2987
/ 5520
#2987 in Headphones
Price vs Category Average
-63%
Below average
Transducer Type
Dynamic
/ Dynamic
Who it's for
- Music lovers prioritizing clear, forward, and detailed vocal and instrumental reproduction.
- Listeners seeking an energetic, engaging, and immersive private listening experience.
- Individuals who value lightweight headphones for long, fatigue-free home listening.
Who should skip it
- Commuters, office workers, or anyone needing private listening in shared spaces.
- Users sensitive to on-ear pressure or who prefer over-ear comfort.
- Consumers expecting luxurious materials and robust, detachable cable designs.
Key Specs
Transducer Type
Dynamic
Operating Principle
Open Air
Frequency Response
20 - 20,000 hz
SPL 1mW
99.8 dB
Normal Impedance
32 ohms
Driver Matched dB
.1 dB
Included Accessories
Headphones, Warranty, Grado story-sheet, 6.5mm Golden Adapter
Features
- Proprietary SpaceBlack Polycarbonate housing absorbs stray vibrations
- Ultra-high purity long crystal oxygen-free copper voice coil wire
- Eight-conductor cable for enhanced control and stability
- De-stressed diaphragm for enhanced inner detail
- Balance and character similar to RS1 headphones
- Open air design for natural soundstage
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Grado SR125e for its exceptional sound quality, often described as detailed, open, and engaging, particularly for rock and acoustic genres. Many appreciate the natural, uncolored audio reproduction that brings music to life. While the open back design is a key contributor to its expansive soundstage, some users note that the on ear pads can become less comfortable during extended listening sessions, requiring occasional adjustments. However, the overall consensus highlights a truly immersive audio experience that justifies the investment for discerning listeners.
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