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Gear

Grado SR 225 Headphones

When I am working on a schedule and feeling a bit sleepy there is nothing like a strong dose of coffee and loud music to keep me going. Headphones being my output of choice I have come to love the sound of my pair of Grado SR 225 which are amongst the best-sounding open-backed headphones available at their price. They are perfect for punchy loud music and possess a bass response which sounds very "tight". The SR225 really needs to be used with an amp - an iPod just won't be able to power the headphones effectively. A headphone amp will give the sound added detail, punch and authority. Some people don't find the headphones very comfortable and I have read some reviews stating how unattractive they seem. I think with a little adjustment they feel fine for extended periods and the no nonsense looks are part of their charm. Not everything has to have the usual "star trek" high tech. look. You should note that these are open-backed headphones and as such any loud playing of music will be shared with those near to you. They might not share your same taste in music. $195.00US.

Grado SR 225

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