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Signature HP100 SE

Signature HP100 SE

Grado’s new Signature HP100 SE headphones are a contemporary homage to the trailblazing high-end HP1 model heralding a new design direction World-renowned designer and manufacturer of award-winning headphones, Grado Labs...

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Grado’s new Signature HP100 SE headphones are a contemporary homage to the trailblazing high-end HP1 model heralding a new design direction

World-renowned designer and manufacturer of award-winning headphones, Grado Labs presents its newest and flagship model, the Signature HP100 SE. Grado Labs founder Joseph Grado created what many consider to be the high-end headphone market with the release of the Signature HP1 headphone in the early 1990s. In recognition of Joseph Grado’s 100th birthday and this industry milestone, Grado Labs is producing these Special Edition headphones. “Although Uncle Joe left us 10 years ago, he will always be a presence at Grado Labs”, says Joseph’s nephew and Grado’s CEO, John Grado.

  • Transducer Type: Dynamic
  • Operating Principle: Open Air
  • Frequency Response: 3.5 Hz – 51.5 kHz
  • THD: <0.1% @100dB           
  • SPL 1mW: 117dB
  • Nominal Impedance: 38ohms
  • Driver Size: 52mm
  • Driver Matched dB: .04 dB
  • Cable Type: 12 Conductor detachable
  • Headphone Connection: 4pin Mini XLR
  • Source Connection: 6.3mm
  • G cushions and F style cushions included

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Eli B.
Really quite overwhelmed

I've owned several pairs of Grados from my humble but stellar SR225s when I was 15 in 1999 all the way through PS500e, to PS2000x, RS1x, and now these HP 100 SE. Dan's review really says it all. I will add my own 2c. I have never had a headphone perform as these do. I can usually sit there and find some flaws in the presentation. I can't with these. They are so lifelike, so totally dynamic and verdantly spacious that I just sit here and giggle. If you have the money, this is like a Rolex level headphone. These will always be in style. Absolutely stunning.

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Alan Gordon
Simply Awesome

Proper flagship headphones. Great sound, good comfort. Handled any kind of music I threw at them — from rock to classical. A vibrant, exciting sound that brings new life to even old, poorly recorded songs and albums.

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Anonymous
The best headphones I have ever used.

If you are the kind of person searching for the "perfect" headphones you will for sure go on a headphone buying journey. You will buy one, love it but think "something is missing". I did this several times, Audeze, Audio-Technica, Sony, etc. Don't get me wrong, they were great! But there was *always* something missing.

The HP100 SE was the first time in my life where I listened to one song, that's all it took, and thought "This is it." (I listened to More Than a Feeling by Boston, in case you are wondering). The sound quality is absolutely incredible, just enough bass, clarity and soundstage. It doesn't overdo anything in MY opinion. They sound like horn speakers, for some reason, there's an "airy" quality to the sound. I am currently going through my favorite albums just to discover how they sound with these headphones, it's almost like listening to the songs for the first time.

They are also amazing for gaming, which I do often. Playing Doom 2016 with these was an incredible experience. I can't wait to try other games to find how they sound!

I have one complaint, however. Grado headbands are not the most comfortable, but their headphones so far have been very light, so it's possible to wear them for a long time without discomfort. This isn't true with the HP100 SE, it's considerably heavier than my previous Grado (SR 325x). To fix this I bought a pack of Dekoni Headphone nuggets and attached them to the headband. It improved things to the point where I can wear them indefinitely but I hope in the future Grado will include some sort of cushion on the headband.

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Michael Kelly
No delivery, no refund yet

Never received headphones from FedEx; returned by FedEx to Grado but no refund yet. Grado customer support blames me for not paying extra for better delivery service from FedEx.

This is just an outright lie, we never claimed that a better shipping service should have been selected. Free Shipping was the shipping method selected and the package was sent 2 Day FedEx. FedEx supplied a photo that they attempted to deliver the package and there was no answer. We will not ship a package of this value without requiring a signature. According to FedEx the delivery was refused by the customer. We have received the package back today and no we have not issued a refund yet.

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V.C.

I own many head phones and this is my second pair from Grado. Super sonic sound quality! Imaging is second to none! Name them I’ve owned all the commercial branded and in my opinion nothing come close to these Signature HP100 SE ! From
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While the HP100 SE pays homage to Grado’s illustrious past, these headphones are a contemporary version of a true classic, with a new design from the ground up. With newly engineered drivers, the HP100 SE also boasts detachable cables, as well as a fresh headband assembly. This also ushers in a new direction for future Grado headphone releases. As always, the HP100 SE is hand-assembled in its Brooklyn-based headquarters.

NEW Driver Design

At the heart of the HP100 SE is a completely new speaker design. In considering the attributes of a new 52mm driver, Grado’s goal was to deliver a speaker that produced excellent high frequency resolution, midrange smoothness and bass energy with low distortion, resulting in a voicing that is musically and harmonically correct.

A new paper composite cone was chosen, alongside a powerful high flux magnetic circuit using rare earth alloys, and a new voice coil made from lightweight copper-plated aluminum. This new magnetic circuit coupled with the voice coil produces excellent dynamics and transient response, along with a highly refined sense of space, soundstage and image.

Modern Housing Design and Detachable Cables

Honoring the recognizable heritage of the original Signature HP1/2/3 headphone designs but with a modern feel, the housings are individually machined from specially treated aluminum with the product name neatly engraved on the face. The HP100 SE arrives in a stylish space grey finish.

The HP100 SE is the first Grado model to feature detachable cables. A departure from the cable currently employed on the Statement Series, it has been engineered to a softer but durable braided finish, with cable insulation that improves flexibility and decreases the overall weight of the cable.

Terminated with a 6.3mm plug, it connects to each housing via a 4pin mini XLR plug. Additional detachable cable options such as 4pin XLR termination, 4.4mm balanced termination, and various cable lengths, available in the future. This allows for the cable to be changed based on customer needs for source side termination and cable range.

Headband Assembly Re-design

The HP100 SE’s headband assembly has changed from the classic Grado models. Designed for comfort during long listening session, the new headband features 50% more padding than previous Grado designs, with a stainless steel band and height rods that can be adjusted for the perfect fit to minimize listening fatigue.

Grado Labs engraved gimbals are made from an aluminum alloy, and the stainless steel height rod enhances the stability of the point where they meet. The height rod is also designed to not slide out of the junction block if the zinc alloy end caps become dislodged. This mechanism limits housing rotation to 105-degrees to reduce wear and tear.

Features

  • NEW 52mm Dynamic Driver
  • Hand machined Aluminum Housing
  • White Stitched Leather Headband
  • Drivers matched to .04dB
  • NEW Detachable 12 Conductor Cable
  • G cushions and F style cushions
  • Hand Assembled in Brooklyn, NY, USA

Hand Assembled in Brooklyn

Founded on a kitchen table in 1953, and working with wood for over a quarter century, Grado Labs has been perfecting the art of sonic reproduction every day since. This HP100 SE has traveled from workbench to workbench until ready for your ears. Every experience since that kitchen table has led to the creation of the HP100 SE.