You’ve probably never thought about succession in headphones, but just like taking on your family’s business legacy, Grado’s SR225x steps up to continue the tradition. It’s the successor to the beloved SR225e, a favorite among headphone enthusiasts for nearly a decade. Grado, known for its iconic look, introduces upgrades like the “F cushion,” enhancing textured tones, an improved headband, and a more durable cable. The star feature is the 4th generation X Series Driver, promising a more powerful magnetic circuit and reconfigured diaphragm.
The SR225x maintains the family resemblance but adds modern touches. The unboxing is minimalist yet informative. In terms of usability, it’s suitable for home use but not an ultra-portable option due to its slightly heavier construction. A standout surprise is its unexpected aptitude for PC gaming, providing an open soundstage and impressive mid-range and dynamic bass response.
In terms of sound, the SR225x impresses with a warm and nuanced middle range, punchy lows, and a well-balanced presentation across genres. The headphone excels in reproducing vocals.
The Grado SR225x successfully follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, the SR225e. With enhanced build quality, remarkable sound, and a stylish design, it lives up to the family name and sets a new standard in this price range.
The clarity and range of Grado headphones can reveal new notes and details in songs heard hundreds of times. The driver and housing working in tandem react to sound vibrations and virtually eliminate transient distortions. With warm harmonic colors, smooth top-end, excellent dynamics, and a world renowned mid-range, the SR225x produces a sound that’s pure Grado.
Features
- Polycarbonate housing
- 8 conductor cable
- Vinyl headband
- Drivers matched .05db
- De-stressed driver
- F cushions
- Hand assembled in Brooklyn
4th Generation Grado drivers are here. Specifically tuned for the SR225x, this new speaker design features a more powerful magnetic circuit, a voice coil with decreased effective mass, and a reconfigured diaphragm. Reengineering these components for our 44mm drivers improve efficiency, reduces distortion, and preserves the harmonic integrity of your music.
Customer Reviews
Have had a couple of the SR-80's over the past 20 years and have my complaints about them but overall was happy. Build quality leaves a little to be desired but the sound quality is quite good. the SR-225X is a step or 2 up from the SR-80's and has a more comfortable cushion. If you look at the cushion offerings they have the SR-80's have the cheaper cushion and the SR-225X has the more expensive one. It is surprising the cushion can change the sound dynamics to the point that other cushions may not sound so good. The current SR-225X when compared to the older SR80i has a more substantial cable and the headband is more comfortable also. The tonal quality of the SR225X is better than the SR80i and have switched the cushions around to see if that would make any difference. It does not. It has been stated that the Bose line of headphones are superior to the Grado SR225X. Of Course they are. The Bose headphones start in the range of $350-$400 and the Grado SR225X cost $225 including shipping. It is a little unfair to compare the two. The Grado line is a great value whether you are considering headphones or phono cartridges. I happen to own several of the Grado phono cartridges too. It appears that $200-$250 is the sweet spot in their entire line and this includes cartridges. I do not foresee the day I would buy from another manufacturer.
These headphones are used only on my iMac, nearly always on Youtube
sources, mainly music. They are very linear, have great bass, clean highs,
excellent musicality. Highly recommended, a great bargain.
Good shit
an excellent upgrade to SR 80 e which was a classic
After having switched over to grado cartridges a few years back, I figured it was time to dip my toes into their headphone scene. Settled on the 225x’s, and I couldn't be happier. As a long-time over-ear user, it took a few days to get used to. Don’t be worried, these are not nearly as uncomfortable as some reviews say. I’d highly recommend these!