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very loud

Great phones. Very flat frequency response, with no 100 hz bump like the cheaper Jensen phones I also have. The midrange is terrfic, very clear and warm. It won't jump out at you when you first hear them, because they don't have the accentuated highs and lows of the other cheaper phones out there. These phones are for enthusiasts that want to hear the recording the way it was suppose to be heard. The bass is very good, and sounds fine for the rap and hip/hop, it's just not as authoritive as you thought it was because they bass frequncies aren't boosted. These are very loud cans though. About as much sound is going out from the headphones as there is going to your ears, because it's an open air design. Don't get these if you need them in quite places.

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$25 Jensens that I used to think sounded good

-Absolute transparent sound. -Extremely comfortable when the headband is stretched just a bit. -Ridiculous but true performance per dollar quality of product.

-You will be disappointed in the performance quality of every other headphone and speaker out there except for ones that cost more money than many people manke in a month. -You might have to repair them (or any other headphone for that matter) within a year or two if you listen to them as much as I do. -Grado should come out with the end-all be-all of loudspeakers, sounding like the SR60 at the bottom and the RS1 at the top of the line, and hasn't yet.

One word: Magnificent. But I don't think one word does these little can-do cans justice. They do everything with such absolution that I invested over 1000$ in a home theater system should and more, for an astonishing 69$. I had a Bose system assembled piece by piece to full performance spec for pennies on the dollar through eBay(For a rough total of 370$ for a whole Acoustimass 15 system, a deal nonetheless) but these wonders simply trounce it in the performance of stereo sound. Every CD, DVD, and cassette I own, even television broadcasts and radio- they all sound so silky smooth, and at the same time, polished turds of recordings sound that much worse. That is by no means a downside. They are very comfortable, as I use the "comfy" pads, I am able to listen to them while writing whole books for hours on end or just rocking flat out. They produce tight, powerful bass, silky smooth midrange, and detailed clear treble, all adding up to a transparent presentation second to none. And they can be modified in the headband replacement and cushion pad areas to make them sound even better without voiding warranties, to my understanding (go to Yahoo and search up 'Grado Mods'). I also own a pair of SR125's I'm getting rid of, and I like the SR60's better. They have more balance where sound needs it. Right now, the only thing that comes in a distant second place, and I mean distant, is a tie between the full Bose setup tuned just right and the 171's that are no longer sold anywhere but Japan under the Westborough brand, Bose's last decent speaker line that actually publishes their specs. Take note that I NEVER run the SR60's with any kind of enhancement or equalization, Dolby Headphone or a straight tube amp being the exception if I ever get one, and they still sound better than every other piece of equipment I've ever auditioned, and don't even get me started on the blunder of the Bose TriPort that some people foolishly buy. These cans do to the TriPorts what Shaft does to The Man: He sticks it to him, literally. For 69$, I've never made a better investment in audio period. Additionally, these things still sing like nothing else out there when driven on a portable. Remember, no equalization, no enhancements. They reign supreme. My only complaints: I had to send them in for repair once when a very rare problem occured with a driver, that was resolved for the shipping cost of 7$. Also, when will John Grado consider making a line of loudspeakers that sound as smooth, warm, and full-bodied as his work of art headphones? Audiophiles can drool over that dream while I continue to listen to the reality in my own little SR60 world.

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clear, smooth, warmish sound sound is easy to listen to- good and borders on long day listening best, handmade-like quality feels solid simplistic design that hides thoughful details quality materials- the cables are not flimsy plastic should be a welcome long lasting product for our hard earned bux some may say they're ugly, but they are snug on my head and looks cool to me- I'm not a DJ or want to look like one

ultrahighs could be more crisp, but this may lead to fatigue not available at bestbuy or circuit city, but then this may be a good thing

background: casual listener- can tell if audio is clear or not, but sometimes only on comparison if stuff is close. review: The headphones look and feel like they are solidly made of quality material. No, they are not super high tech, but seem like Grado uses large drivers that can handle the full audio range. The fat pads are very comfortable and the whole design is very simplistic, but in this way it is super well thought out. There are no fancy hinges to make the phones lie flat- the pads naturally can rotate flat. This is an example of how good a product can be that it doesn't need to create something new to be good. The sound is very clear and dispersive, letting the sounds come through and letting the some sound to resonate outside the headphones. I believe that this helps avoid too much harshness and creates a warmer, smoother sound. Now, I can hear the differences in soundstage vs. having all the music in my head (and having most music all sounding like they have similar soundstages). The sound quality of the drivers is excellent- with tight bass and very listenable midrange. The highs are a little fizzled out, but seem accurate- I would prefer a little more high end crispness to make metallic sounds jump into the stratosphere, but these large drivers may not sizzle like smaller ones. The sound is not compressed like other headphones (like earbuds and some noise cancelling phones) and I can now hear distinctly the difference from low mp3 quality, CD quality, and radio quality. For classical music, the sound is so clean and clear. After putting these phones on, other cheaper phones seem so lacking in sound quality and construction build. An added bonus is that, since I recently moved to NY, these phones are made in Brooklyn- score 1 for the hometeam!

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most Sony stuff, scores of earbuds good value, unless you made the mistake of buying a lot of crap until you got to these quality phones

Unbelievable bang for the buck, comfortable, very efficient, extremely clear, and not fatiguing at all.

None for this price.

A while back I was contemplating buying some bookshelf speakers to hook up to my computer, seeing as how I had an old receiver laying around, not being used. Well, I didn't want to disturb my roomates too much, so I eventually stumbled upon reviews of these headphones and how others were praising them for their high performance and low cost. Since I had $60 laying around, I bought them. Am I glad that I did. Out of the box, I was a little disappointed with the sound, it didn't jump out at me like some other headphones I've listened to. But the more I listened, the more I realized that the warm, crystal clear sound is what makes these phones so great. They let you hear every little detail (and flaw) in a recording, distortion free. I have listened to them for hours on end, without ever getting fatigued by their sound. Plus, they are quite comfortable--they fit my head well, and after a while, you actually forget you even have them on. The frequency response is terrific, with a pronounced midrange, fine treble, and outstanding bass. Everything is in proportion--you will want to listen to these headphones. Just don't forget to turn down the volume; since these phones are so efficient, very little volume is needed to hear what's going on. Overall, I love these headphones. It makes me wonder what the top-of-the-line RS1's must sound like. Maybe the best $60 I've ever spent on audio equipment.

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Koss, Sony

Sound. Why else would you buy audio gear?

Not closed ear, so some sound loss. This will only worry others, not you!

The best value for money in headphones. They sound wonderful. They aren't the most robust, but they aren't designed for hiking. They are simply excellent headphones.

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Accuracy and detail you'd expect to pay MUCH more for. Light and comfortable. Made by small, independent, passionate manufacturer in the US of A.

6-ft. cord ... I bought a 10- or 15-ft. extension from Headroom when I bought the phones. Crummy recordings sound even crummier.

I'd been looking for headphones, couldn't find anything locally except the blister-packed crap at Best Buy, so I dove in and did some serious research on the web ... and was surprised by the nearly unanimous praise I read here, especially since I was willing to pay more. When the Grados arrived, I stayed up about half the night going from one CD to the next absolutely blown away by how these things sound. And I am not exaggerating when I say that I am hearing new things on recordings I've listened to hundreds of times. I'm a rock fan, and the first recording I reached for was Springsteen's Live in New York City. (This may not be your musical taste, but at least understand that his recordings come out of speakers like a freight train.) I was just dumbfounded. That big, dense wall of sound just opened up, and you can clearly hear every musician (Well, you still can't hear Springsteen's wife playing, which may be a good thing.) So I went through my CDs, starting with recordings that have already impressive production and sound. Gaucho, Graceland, Some Girls remastered, Frank Sinatra with Gordon Jenkins, some Yo Yo Ma chamber music ... all jaw-droppingly amazing. I have never been a big fan of the headphone listening experience. When I bought my first stereo in the early '70s, I got a pair of Koss Pro4AA phones ... they were heavy and uncomfortable and made me feel slightly claustrophobic. Since then, my only experience with phones has been the cheapos that come with a Walkman or Discman. Now I'm going to be listening to a lot more music this way. The Grados are light, very comfortable and just have wonderfully spacious sound. I also like that you can hear ambient sound. That may bother you if you listen to music on the subway, but at home, I like being able to hear the phone ring or a knock at the door. They were a little tight when I got them, but two quick stretches and they seem to just kiss my ears. That leads me to another point. With crap headphones, I've often found myself pressing the earpieces to my head or turning up the volume to get more detail. With the Grados, I find myself starting loud and almost always turning DOWN the volume because detail still comes through. And these babies are efficient enough that a Discman will drive them ... what a difference these would make if you listen that way a lot. Do yourself a favor.

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Koss Pro4AA back in the analog stone age. Cheapo portables.

These are wonderful headphones. I notice much more detail when listening to music on these headphones then i have noticed on any previous listening expieriance. I am happy with this purchase, they put out a good sound. It is even better when intoxicated. They are comfortable and they look cool. They sound better than my klipsch computer speakers. I use them about 1-4 times a week. I got them at a specialty audio store in dearfield beach florida but i can't remember what the store was called.

-audiophile quality at circuit city price -extremely comfortable -incredibly efficient, i.e. sound great on computers and un-amped portables -beautifully simple retro design

AT THIS PRICE IT DOESN'T MATTER, but -because the earpieces swivel freely on their posts the cords tend to get twisted

Simply put, the best purchase (audio or otherwise) I've made in 2003. Read the myriad reviews on this site and others and you will find essentially uniform agreement on the quality and value of these headphones. The SR60s are the cheapest way to really discover your music collection and I've literally lost sleep at night because I wanted to listen to just one more album, and then another, and then another. These headphones are extremely efficient and therefore are fantastic paired with portable equipment. Be warned that the open-air design that lends to such aural transparency also allows outside noise to filter in. I personally do not find this a problem during my travels and in some ways prefer it--subway announcements and approaching cars come to mind. What I appreciate most about these headphones is that they bring the world of audiophile sound to almost any budget, and as a gift they are matchless. Buy them for yourself and the one(s) you love.

Warm sounding with excellent detail, Value.

absolutely none

I'll keep it short... By far the wisest money i've spent on audio equipment to date. Just a rediculous amount of performance at the price point(and beyond). Even the wife, who could care less about audio, was extremely impressed.

- Incredible bang for the buck - Open ear design leads to a very open sound - Bass and highs nicely extended - Definetely euphonic sounding but does not play mind tricks with you. - They give speakers costing ten times their price a run for their money - Easy to drive - Inexpensive - Made in the USA

Not in the ultimate in resoulution. They are $70 after all. That's what some people spend on dinner. Open design means outside sounds can come in and vice versa. But when you put them on you don't feel shut out from the world.

I am what most of my my closest friends would refer to as a cheapass. I like good deals and don't blow my money on things that aren't worth it. Nope. No $100 speaker cables in my system only Home Depot electrical wire. So when I listened to these "cans" I bought them on the spot. My Maggies can't do what these $70 guys do right. The midrange is where all the magic is. Keep in mind these things are not "flat" per se but most speakers that measure flat sound weak to my ears. These little wonders play the balancing act just right. And you should hear them through a tube amplifier!! That's my next purchase. If you want to know what sound reproduction should be like buy these so you have a frame of reference in your mind that you can judge by. An absolute steal.

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