Grado SR80 Professional Headphones

Pros: inspired open-air design, cheap price
Cons: not as good as Grado's top-of-the-line

These are the first Grados I ever bought. I'm not sure I qualify as a textbook "audiophile," but I have taken back almost every pair of headphones I have ever bought - and usually within 24 hours of their purchase. Why? Because most headphones just ...

Pros: Good sound. Seems durable.
Cons: The physical design of the headphones begs to be revised.

There are many reviews of the audio capabilities of these headphones and these are almost unanimous in their high praise. I agree with these positive reviews. The Grado SR 80s sounds simply spectacular, and I will not linger on the audio side of things. ...

Pros: Comfortable. Un-fatiguing and natural sound quality. Open and large soundstage.
Cons: Materials used are not as plushed. Need a bit more jiuce to get going.

Seems that everyone who has an opinion without qualifications can write a review. I have been in the audio business for 30 some years (Yes, I was involved with High-end audio since I was quite young), and for anyone to say that a pair of Sony earbuds ...

Pros: Made in America! Unbeatable clear natural sound
Cons: Foam ear cushions, strong chemical smell when new

I purchased these cans (British term for headphones) back in October from an online source (goodcans.com) Sources Tested with: - Computer as source EMU0404(Pro sound card) -> Monoprice Toslink -> Entech 203.2 DAC, Monster MKII400 IC -> ...

Pros: Phenomenal sound for the price. Probably the best headphones you can buy for under $100.
Cons: Foam pads are inexcusably discomforting. You will need a rest after less than two hours.

Having gained much knowledge from these reviews before I made my purchase, I feel obligated to contribute to them now that I have my new Grado SR80s. I have had them for about a week and have enjoyed them very much. They are the best headphones I have ...

Pros: fidelity, fidelity, fidelity Best headphone for under $100- period.
Cons: sound leakage,

I purchased these initially as a present for someone else- but while testing them out in the store- I realized that I HAD to own a pair. I had read the reviews posted everywhere about these headphones- and the consensus was that they were a little ...

Pros: Sound quality is sensational! Very heavy duty cable.
Cons: None (though they're not as easy to carry as the in-ear style).

Bought a set of SR-80s last week after reading the reviews. I found them on sale at Cambridge Soundworks for $85 and decided to give them a try. What a great set of phones! My journey began with a set of fairly basic Sonys that were fine for a ...

Pros: They sound pretty good
Cons: My $10.00 Sony earbuds were almost 80% as good.

Well, I have been listening to the Grado SR-80 for the last 4 to 5 days with my Dell Laptop. I listen about 2 to 3 hrs per day, I must say these are great headphones, however I am not exactly ecstatic, I am not getting goosebumps as I listen to my ...

Pros: Near-audiophile quality sound, Light, Value, Easily driven
Cons: Somewhat bright, Uncomfortable to some

*Updated for greater accuracy Before further commenting on the Grado SR-80, I must first say that I have owned numerous headphones in the past few years. Most, however, only acted as a catalyst to my appreciation for exceptional sound. They merely ...

Pros: Clean clear sound. Even seperation. Unbeatable deal for less than $100
Cons: Sound leakage, a little uncomfortable after long usage, revealing of poor recordings

After reading hundreds of raving reviews about the Grado SR-80, I decided that I would take the plunge into high quality audio. While I wouldn't concider myself an expert in the world of high end audio, I have always been a proponent of aftermarket audio ...

Pros: Excellent soundstaging and definition. Very clear overall presentation. All the hype was well deserved.
Cons: Construction can be improved, especially given the status of Grado.

I finally bought a Grado after all these years. I have to say that all the hoo-ha over Grado's cans flew over my head. I did make a mental note to get my hands on a set when I had a home system years ago. Never did I imagine that I will be getting a SR80 ...

Pros: Good reviews!
Cons: Terrible Build quality.

Bought these because of all the good reviews! Very disappointed when they arrived. Withing seconds o ...

Pros: Very good sound, lay flat.
Cons: Must be pulled apart somewhat to make them comfortable

I have a large head and the SR80's hurt after wearing them for 30min or more. By pulling them apart I stretched out the metal headband. The enlarged headband has greatly increased the level of comfort. I can now wear them for a few hours without any...

Pros: execelent sound for the money
Cons: can be uncomfortable for some listeners

I have had quite a bit of exeperience with pro quality headphones being an aspiring musician. I have also biased my hearing having listened to my share of studio monitors, and audiophile grade speakers, and feel my judgement in audio gear is valid, no...

Pros: Great Sound, Great Value
Cons: Too revealing of poorly recorded music

I have owned my Grado SR-80 headphones now for approximately 7 months, and I can honestly say that the sound just seems to get better with more use.

Tired of the sound and discomfort of the earbuds supplied as standard with my Panasonic...