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Grado SR80 Classic Open-Back Headphones

Grado’s best-selling open-back headphones, with a lively, forward sound.

£175.00

The SR80 steps up from the SR60 with F cushions and tuning that brings the sound closer: tighter bass, a more forward midrange and more detail at the top. It has the same 44 mm X2 driver and light moulded housing.

How would you like it?

  • Delivery, collection or fitting. Free UK delivery unless stated, collection from Lymington, or we install and set it up anywhere across the New Forest and the south coast.

  • Sold and looked after by New Forest Technology Services Ltd in Lymington. Secure checkout. Terms of sale · Delivery & returns.

  • Not sure it's the right one? Call 01425 705035 and talk to an installer, or ask on WhatsApp.

Best for: Rock, jazz and anything with energy, for listening at home.

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About the SR80 Classic Open-Back Headphones

The Classic Series is Grado’s 2026 core range of open-back, hand-built Brooklyn headphones. It is built around the X2 driver platform and takes over from the earlier X-series models. Grado calls the SR80 the best-selling headphone it has ever made, and in this range it also takes in features from the older SR125 and SR225.

The F cushions sit the driver closer to the ear for an energetic, immediate sound. The headband is the standard Grado design with a padded synthetic strap and a steel spring band for adjusting the fit, and the Bronze cable is fixed. Other Grado cushion styles fit if you want to change the balance.

Being open-back, the SR80 leaks sound, so it is for the study, the living room or the office rather than the train. Plug it into a headphone amplifier, streamer or hi-fi system for the best results.

Genuine UK stock from an authorised Grado dealer. Not sure which pair suits your amplifier or your music? Ask us and we will help you choose. See our audio and video work.

Key features

  • 44 mm X2 dynamic driver with a Mylar diaphragm
  • Tighter bass and a more forward midrange than the SR60
  • Open-back design for a spacious sound
  • 38 ohm impedance and 98 dB sensitivity
  • F cushions, swappable for other Grado styles
  • Light moulded housing and padded synthetic headband
  • Fixed Bronze cable

Specifications

Type
Open-back dynamic headphones
Driver
44 mm X2 dynamic, Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil
Frequency response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Impedance
38 ohms
Sensitivity
98 dB (SPL at 1 mW)
Driver matching
0.1 dB
Cushions
F cushions
Headband
Standard headband with padded synthetic strap
Cable
Fixed Bronze cable, not detachable
Housing
Light moulded housing

Specifications from Grado. They can change between production runs.

Questions about the SR80 Classic Open-Back Headphones

What is the difference between the SR60 and SR80?

Both use the 44 mm X2 driver. The SR80 has F cushions and tuning that gives tighter bass, a more forward midrange and more high-frequency detail, so it sounds more immediate.

Do they leak sound?

Yes. They are open-back, so others nearby will hear your music, and you will hear the room around you.

Can I swap the cushions or cable?

The cushions can be swapped for other Grado styles. The cable is fixed.

Will they work with my phone or laptop?

Their 38 ohm impedance and 98 dB sensitivity make them easy to drive. Tell us what you will connect them to and we will check you have the right plug or adapter.

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