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
The sound on these headphones is literally the best I have ever heard. I'm listening to Nina Simone's "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood", and I can say without a doubt, I understand her..and every other instrument. It's truly as if I'm in the studio hearing her and the ensemble record the album. But the hardware, its durability makes the $100 price tag almost unjustifiable.
From other reviews, I think this is a common experience. The biggest issue these headphones face is the cord housing. A week into the three years I've owned these, the right ear went out. In order to get sound, the wire had to be pushed back up into the housing in just the right way; the right ear would not produce sound unless it was held absolutely still in this way. I never reached out to Grado about this as I re-worked the headphones myself with a detachable cord assembly which fixed almost all of my issues (the right ear is housing is still a little finicky)
In order to improve these work-of-art budget headphones, Grado, please address this issue. The wire housing at connection point is especially vulnerable and needs attention. Also, from what I remember the cord itself was always tangled which was irksome and probably contributed to the aforementioned issue.
2 stars for build quality, 5 for sound.
Keep up the great work, and please, troubleshoot hardware issues.
Grado's reputation precedes itself. Wonderful headphones for the price, nearly matches my DT 900 Pro X's in terms of audio quality. Detailed treble that is almost perfectly clear, a nice and punchy amount of bass, and the mid sections sing to you as they should. I'd been wanting a pair for the better part of two years, and they lived up to the expectation I had built up.
Not really happy with 400$+ headphones from other brands but was happy with the grado sr60x .
So far I’m digging the new edition to my recording studio’s headphone collection. I discovered these because I realized that I didn’t own any American made headphones.
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.