Manage updates with the Download AppGrado Prestige Series SR-60i
Manufacturer: Grado Labs Inc. Part number: SR60
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- Grado's cheapest headphones belt out big sound with pint-size portable audio devices.
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CNET editors' review
Grado Prestige Series SR-60i price range: $79.00
- Reviewed by: Steve Guttenberg
- Reviewed on: 02/19/2004
The good: Retro-styled, over-the-ear model; sounds swell with portables; big bass; lively sonics.
The bad: Not the slickest-looking or most comfortable 'phones you can buy.
The bottom line: Grado's cheapest headphones belt out big sound with pint-size portable audio devices.
User reviews
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Superb, but only for home listening
by kingfelix on March 13, 2005
Pros: Great sound quality and build quality
Cons: Not for portable use
Summary: These Grados serve up incredible sound fidelity for their price; they might be the best sub-$100 headphone.
They do not isolate you from the outside world, however, and they ...Summary: These Grados serve up incredible sound fidelity for their price; they might be the best sub-$100 headphone.
They do not isolate you from the outside world, however, and they do not isolate the outside world from your music at all. This makes them unsuitable for loud locations such as the bus or airplane, where you'll deafen yourself (and annoy the other passengers) if you turn the volume up far enough to listen to your music. They're also unsuitable for quiet locations such as the library, as the music you're listening to will be quite audible to those around you, even at moderate volumes.
For home use, though, and for the odd locations where it's not too loud outside and there aren't other people in close proximity, these headphones sound amazing. I'm glad that I own them.
Be prepared to adjust them yourself to make them comfortable (instructions included with the headphones, I believe). The headpiece gets much more comfortable once it has been squeezed to your head shape. Even after adjusting them, these aren't the world's most comfortable headphones.
Happy listening.6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Perfect for MP3's and private listening.
Pros: Sounds great with ipod and laptop--makes MP3's sound fuller and more nuanced than I thought possible.
Cons: Leak so much sound that everyone within 15 feet will get to enjoy the music too--really not useful with portables for this reason.
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Excellent headphones and nice people
Pros: In addition to the great sound that you'll hear about, their customer service is amazing. I never filled out my warranty card, but when I, probably through rough use, bent my miniplug slightly, they fixed it for free, and even sent back the 5 dollars I'd
Cons: Well, there are more comfortable headphones out there, but these are still pretty nice.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great sound but fragile
by mcsmith86 on January 12, 2008
Pros: Great open air sound
Cons: Fragile, Low life expectancy
Summary: I bought a set of SR60s approximately 1 1/2 years ago for use with my guitar/amp and at work.
Unfortunately when playing (electric) guitar at home the headphones ...Summary: I bought a set of SR60s approximately 1 1/2 years ago for use with my guitar/amp and at work.
Unfortunately when playing (electric) guitar at home the headphones couldn't hold up and started to crackle at seemingly very low thresholds. With no real use for them at home they have lived in the office since then.
In the office I felt these headphones were worth their weight in gold. They had great sound and was also open enough that I could hear people if they called for me.
My only real complaint is that after ~1 year one of the cups had wiggled its way off the metal post. For the next few months I would simply wiggle it back on (sometimes with a spot of glue - a feel good measure at best) but ultimately the plastic on the cup was stripped/widened to the point of no return.
Overall they held up ok for the amount of use they saw but I really would have thought they'd be more soundly built especially from Grado.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Excellent sound quality; grados got it where it counts most.
by lkkchung on June 3, 2005
Pros: Great sound. AND GRADOS LOOK AWESOME
Cons: Foam is a little too flimsy, and everyone can hear what I'm listening to
Summary: Great product for listening to music at home or work. Doesn't keep outside noise out, though. And everyone can hear what you hear, so it's not the best ...
Summary: Great product for listening to music at home or work. Doesn't keep outside noise out, though. And everyone can hear what you hear, so it's not the best time to bring out your Spice World movie sound track. I don't know why everyone thinks they look goofy, because they look freakin' pro. They have that raw functional apeal. And they totally deliver.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Good sound but outdated design
by animusman on August 31, 2006
Pros: High quality for reasonable price
Cons: Design could be much better
Summary: I'm no audio-phile but the sound is very good. From what I can tell the headphones are made with top quality components and craftsmanship. On the other hand the ...
Summary: I'm no audio-phile but the sound is very good. From what I can tell the headphones are made with top quality components and craftsmanship. On the other hand the design is from the 1950's and it doesn't seem like it would take much effort for Grado to get in the 21st century in this regard
2 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Grado... forcing everyone else to listen to your music.
by Vindemiate on December 4, 2006
Pros: Very nice sound... clean.
Cons: Speakers might as well be on the outside.
Summary: If your looking to listen to your music with good quality sound Grato sr60 is a great choice. If you want to listen to your music in a room and ...
Summary: If your looking to listen to your music with good quality sound Grato sr60 is a great choice. If you want to listen to your music in a room and not disturb other, this is not the headphone for you. With no cover on the outside of the headphone, everyone within 20 to thirty feet of you have to listen to your music with you.
1 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great Sound, really good headphones
by usmc410 on August 31, 2010
Pros: Awesome Sound, I actually loved the retro throw back look
Cons: They felt a little loose, the wire was too long for something like an ipod or mp3 player and easy to trip on, they feel cheaply made, not at all portable so you need to be careful with them
Summary: If you can deal with the minor details, the actual sound on the thing is real good, i love listening to this especially for rock songs or classical music. fantastic.
Summary: If you can deal with the minor details, the actual sound on the thing is real good, i love listening to this especially for rock songs or classical music. fantastic.
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Excellent for most applications
by woosamaquin on August 20, 2010
Pros: Frequency response is excellent for the price. Manufacturer is responsive and serious about customer satisfaction. Grado replaced my SR60 ear foam free of charge after 2 years of use, no questions asked.
Cons: Not for spaces with a lot of ambient noise.
Summary: Great deal for price point. Amazing sound quality and reliable manufacturer.
Summary: Great deal for price point. Amazing sound quality and reliable manufacturer.
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Amazing and reliable sound, great quality!
by petterengblom on April 10, 2010
Pros: Good sound, beautiful design. Fits ears perfectly, at least for me =)
Cons: Open headphones which leaks out a lot of sound, not really fit for listening in public.
Summary: I'll just say this. I bought these 3 months ago and I am amazed by the sound every day! Great buy, totally worth the money. Thanks Grado!
Summary: I'll just say this. I bought these 3 months ago and I am amazed by the sound every day! Great buy, totally worth the money. Thanks Grado!
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Grado Labs Inc.
- Part number: SR60
- Description: The SR60 has gained "legendary" status. The SR60 has received rave reviews from around the world and is the most commonly recommended headphone on the market today. PRODUCT FEATURES: Vented diaphragm; Non-resonant air chamber; Standard copper voice coil wire; Standard copper connecting cord; Mini plug with 1/4" adaptor.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
Headphones
- Headphones Type Binaural
- Headphones Technology Dynamic
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz
- Sensitivity 98 dB/mW
- Impedance 32 Ohm
Remote Control
- Type None
Connections
- Connector Type Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter
Power
- Power Device None
- Battery None
Product series
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Manufacturer: Grado Labs Inc.
Specs: Headphones - Binaural,
Headphones,
Ear-cup,
Stereo,
Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm -
Manufacturer: Grado Labs Inc.
Specs: Headphones - Binaural,
Headphones,
Ear-cup,
Stereo
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Grado Labs Inc.
- Address:
4614 Seventh Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220 - Phone: 718-435-5340
