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At a glance
- Brand
- Grado
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- open
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2026
Score breakdowngreat overall
Sound8.1
Value8.2
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Grado SR60 is a budget-friendly, wired open-back headphone designed for home listening and critical audio appreciation. It delivers a spacious soundstage and clear midrange, though its bass response is limited and it offers virtually no isolation from outside noise. Best suited for quiet environments, it provides an accessible entry point into Grado's signature warm sound.
What works
- Spacious and open soundstage
- Clear vocals and instruments
- Strong value for the price
- Durable build quality
What doesn't
- Weak bass response
- Poor noise isolation and sound leakage
- Can sound sharp at times
- Uncomfortable for long sessions
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Specifications
| Driver | 44 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 44 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sound signature | warm |
| Impedance | 38 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 44 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 44 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sound signature | warm |
| Impedance | 38 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB/mW |
Wireless
| Multipoint pairing | No |
|---|
Battery
| Wireless charging | No |
|---|
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|
Design
| Water resistance | none |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | No |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
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The consensus
Mixedacross 4 videosReviewers agree the Grado SR60 offers excellent value and a unique, airy open-back sound with strong mid-range detail, making it a great entry into open headphones.
Reviewers liked
- Excellent value under $100
- Unique open, airy sound with strong mid-range
- Lightweight and efficient design
Reviewers flagged
- Uncomfortable on-ear pads for most
- Dated, flimsy build with attached cable
- Bright sound can be fatiguing; bass is limited
25:23Grado SR60 // SR80 _(Z Reviews)_
The reviewer finds both the Grado SR60 and SR80 to be excellent budget headphones, praising their unique open sound and value. He notes they are very different in tuning, with the SR80 being warmer and bassier while the SR60 offers more treble and vocal clarity, and recommends the SR80 for bass-heavy music and the SR60 for treble-focused listening. He also mentions the build is dated and the on-ear comfort is poor until the headband is stretched.
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9:10Grado SR60 Review - Still one of the BEST in 2020 under $80?
The reviewer finds the Grado SR60 still excellent value in 2020, praising its open-back design, airy and engaging sound, and comfortable fit, while noting build quality issues like the easily detaching headband and a bright, somewhat gritty presentation. They recommend it as a fun, casual listen and a great entry into open-back headphones.
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7:48Should You Buy the Grado SR60 Headphones?
The reviewer bought a used pair of Grado SR60s and was disappointed overall. While he appreciates the retro design, efficiency, and detailed soundstage, he finds the build flimsy, comfort lacking, and the bright, forward mid-range fatiguing with insufficient bass. He would not recommend them as an all-around headphone and plans to sell them.
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20:49Grado SR60 Unboxing & Review
The reviewer finds the Grado SR60e headphones to sound excellent, especially for mid-range-focused genres like jazz, vocals, and rock, and appreciates the included hard case and low price. However, he strongly dislikes the uncomfortable foam ear pads, which limit listening sessions to about half an hour, and notes the non-detachable cable and lack of bass as drawbacks. Overall, he recommends them for their sound quality and value, despite the comfort issues.
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