Grado SR80x Prestige Headphones

A step up in refinement and resolution, the Grado SR80x builds on everything people love about the SR60x—adding greater clarity, tighter control, and a more revealing presentation. Hand-assembled in Brooklyn as part of Grado’s X-Series, the SR80x is where entry-level hi-fi starts to feel truly immersive.

More Detail. More Control.

At the heart of the SR80x is Grado’s updated 44mm X-Series driver, tuned for improved efficiency, lower distortion, and better overall balance. Compared to the SR60x, the SR80x offers a touch more precision and definition—bass lines feel firmer, mids are more articulate, and high frequencies open up with added sparkle and air.

The result is a headphone that presents music with speed and immediacy while maintaining a natural, unforced character. Guitars have bite, vocals feel present and expressive, and acoustic instruments carry realistic texture. It’s an engaging listen that makes you want to stay in the chair a little longer.

Classic Open-Back Presentation

Grado’s open-back design creates a spacious, breathable soundstage that feels closer to live music than typical closed-back alternatives. The presentation is intimate yet open—ideal for focused listening at home.

Lightweight and Easy to Drive

With a comfortable, lightweight on-ear design and improved 4-conductor cable, the SR80x is easy to use with a phone, laptop, DAC, or dedicated headphone amplifier. It’s a natural match for anyone building their first proper desktop system—or upgrading from everyday consumer headphones.

Why We Like It

The SR80x hits a sweet spot. It’s still accessible, but noticeably more refined and revealing than the SR60x—making it one of the best value steps into serious two-channel headphone listening.

Key Features

• Open-back, on-ear design

• 44mm X-Series dynamic drivers

• Enhanced 4-conductor cable

• Lightweight construction

• Hand-assembled in Brooklyn, NY

Specifications

• Type: Dynamic

• Operating Principle: Open-back

• Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz

• Impedance: 38 ohms

• Sensitivity: 99.8 dB

• Cable Length: 6 ft (1.8 m)

• 3.5mm plug with 1/4" adapter included