A fantastic blend of retro style and detailed audio.

To audiophiles, the term ‘Grado’ is quite a special one.

However, it’s arguably that retro aesthetic that sets these Grado headphones apart from other similarly-priced choices.

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They look absolutely fantastic to my eyes, and feel excellent in hand too.

Other than the earpads though, the SR325x feels rugged and their construction is excellent.

While this may be good for audio quality, it means these headphones are designed for home use only.

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For their designated purpose of listening at home in a quiet room though, the SR325x sound fantastic.

Where it’s perhaps little surprise that the Grados really shine is with their presentation of the top-end.

They’re also a solid set of headphones for gaming.

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Their status as open-back headphones means they also impress in terms of their soundstage against closed-back opposition.