About the Grado SR80i
Grado sound for a song
Grado sound for a song
Want warm, balanced, natural sound that can transport you straight to the heart of your music — without breaking the bank? Look no further. Grado's SR80i headphones are an affordable introduction to what high-end audio is all about. You'll experience powerful dynamics, and the kind of focus and sonic detail you'd expect from much more expensive 'phones. They can be easily driven with a portable music player or laptop, and include a 1/4" adapter plug so you can enjoy 'em on your home system, too.
Born in Brooklyn and built to perform
Each pair of SR80i headphones is still made right in Brooklyn, New York where the Grado family has been building award-winning audio gear for almost 60 years. Like all Grado headphones, the SR80i uses a vented "open-air" earcup design with large, non-resonant air chambers for powerful, extended bass response and a more open, spacious sound. The diaphragms in each SR80i driver have been put through a special "de-stressing" process that allows them to deliver more music detail for an even larger soundstage. The drivers are also carefully matched to within 0.1 dB for enhanced stereo imaging. Plus, Grado gave these 'phones a stout four-conductor connecting cable for enhanced signal flow and bass control.
From the review Grado SR80i Headphones: Striking the balance between music and ambience
"The standout point for me was the wearability — these headphones felt really comfortable for extended listening at work, and there was a minimum of ear fatigue at medium volume levels... if you want a day-in, day-out working headphone companion that faithfully reproduces your song collection... you should put a set of Grado SR80i headphones into the mix."
— Woody, Crutchfield A/V Writer
Product highlights:
- open-back, on-the-ear design with replaceable ear cushions
- vented diaphragms (open-air) for spacious, low-distortion sound and extended bass response
- special "de-stressed" diaphragms and a four-conductor connecting cable provide enhanced levels of inner detail for a more open soundstage
- adjustable headband for a custom fit
- driver pairs matched to within 0.1 dB for better stereo imaging
- copper voice coils for dynamic performance
- 81" four-conductor copper headphone cable terminated with 1/8" stereo mini plug (1/4" adapter included)
- optional 15-foot Grado headphone extension cable available
- frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz
- sound pressure level (at 1mW): 98 dB
- impedance: 32 ohms
- warranty: 1 year (does not include earpads)
- MFR # SR 80i
What's in the box:
- On-ear headphones
- 1/4" Adapter
- Headphone information/ Warranty information
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Customer reviews for Grado SR80i
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Features & specs
General | ||
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Fit Style | On-ear | |
Earcup Type | Open | |
Earcup Width x Height | 3.125" x 3.125" | |
Noise-canceling | No | |
Bluetooth | No | |
Bluetooth Version | --- | |
Single-earbud Operation | --- | |
Mic For Taking Calls | No | |
Voice Assistant Access | ||
Amazon Alexa | No | |
Google Assistant | No | |
Siri | No | |
Connectors | ||
3.5mm | No | |
1/4" | Yes | |
Lightning | No | |
4.4mm balanced | No | |
XLR4 balanced | No | |
2.5mm | No | |
Other | None | |
Specs | ||
Frequency Response | 20-20k Hz | |
Sensitivity | 98 dB | |
Impedance | 32 Ohms | |
Weight | Not Given | |
Cord Length | 81" | |
Parts Warranty | 1 Year, earpads not incl | |
Labor Warranty | 1 Year, earpads not incl |
Product Research
Features
Vented diaphragm: Grado headphones have a vented diaphragm design for a large, airy, three-dimensional sound.
Drivers: The diaphragm is made of a low mass polymer, developed with the compliance of the suspension in mind to achieve the desired low frequency response. The diaphragm's total mass is designed to provide a full 20 kHz bandwidth, while avoiding break-up at lower frequencies. The left and right drivers are matched to within 0.1 dB for exact imaging.
Connecting Cord: The 4-conductor cable design improves the control and stability in the upper and lower frequency range.
The Grado SR80i replaces these items
JBL Reference 410
- lightweight, folding, on-the-ear earcups with adjustable headband
- 40mm drivers with neodymium magnets
- 58" cord with stereo mini plug and in-line volume control
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These headphones have great sound, are very comfortable to wear, and are made in the USA. They are open air, but your ears don't sweat when you are outside. Good price, Crutchfield' fast shipping, and a solid warranty. Thanks to Consumer Reports! 'Nuff said.
denn from Rome, NY