Grado has given a significant upgrade to the Prestige Series of open-back headphones, marking a new era in audio excellence. The Prestige X Series builds upon the original models designed by John Grado three decades ago, featuring redesigned drivers, an enhanced cable design, and a more comfortable headband.
As you delve into the entry-level Grado Prestige SR60x headphones, you’ll experience the core performance and design DNA that made the original Grado Prestige range exceptional. Handcrafted in Brooklyn, these headphones feature classic enclosures and boast a new magnetic circuit, voice coil, and diaphragm, reducing distortion and enhancing harmonic integrity. The revamped X Series delivers exceptional audio performance with easier drivability, making it compatible with various portable devices.
Comfort is key, and the SR60x doesn’t disappoint. The open-back design ensures a game-changing experience for those who find traditional headphones uncomfortable. The headband, designed for extended listening sessions, looks like leather but is crafted from a vegan-friendly synthetic protein material. The enhanced cable design adds durability with a deluxe braided finish and a four-strand design made from super-annealed copper wire.
What about the sound? The SR60x offers an unparalleled audio experience, especially considering its price point. With a superb midrange, clear treble, and powerful bass, these headphones excel in shaping music with warm lower notes and a magnificent soundstage. Grado’s upgrade isn’t just cosmetic—it’s an auditory transformation. If you’re an audiophile on a budget, these headphones are a must-have for open-back listening.
Grado’s upgrade to the Prestige SR60x is nothing short of magnificent. These headphones stand out as the best-value pair of open-back headphones under $300, delivering exceptional sound, improved cable design, and enhanced comfort. Whether for yourself or as a gift, the Grado Prestige SR60x offers a non-wireless audio experience that’s simply unparalleled in its class.
Customer Reviews
I can't get enough of the sound in these headphones. The ability to hear where the instruments are and be able to separate them is incredible. However the aux cord is already giving me issues. The right ear isn't connected well and will only work by pushing the cord up into the housing. Plus the gold(maybe) on the aux plug itself has already worn away and now has to be canted to work. It seems if the harness was separate from the headphones might be the solution to this issue.
The ergonomic plastic housing is not a big deal for me, neither the headband actually gives them a unique appearance. The ear cushion is not as comfortable as one would like, but companies like Geekria make nice pads for $12+.
Thank you for listening to my TED talk.
I've had an older version of these for years and years that I absolutely love. I had to send them back a few months ago as a connection on one side had worked its way loose. They replaced them with the new woven cable type and they sound great. It looks more premium, but those cables kink when I so much as look at them. It is really frustrating and a step backward for the user experience. The original cables were very resistant to this. I've wanted to step up the product range for years, but now I'm not sure. Every time I use them, the experience starts and ends with a small amount of frustration.
SR60x
I never got my order and i can really get into contact with someone to get the info correct so I can get them
There was a bad shipping address, we received the headphones back and shipped a new pair out the next day.
You can definitely tell they cheaped out on the plastic around the drivers, but they DID NOT with the drivers. Some of the best 3D sound I've ever heard from a headset, and I feel like it's a lot more clear because it's also a lot easier for me to understand what the musician is saying now lol