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Over-Ear Headphones
Ranked #76 of 382 in Over-Ear Headphones - Grado Hemp: $495.00 Amazon $495.00 eBay
Pros: A preference score of 83 with mids within about 1 dB of target (upper mids 1.1 dB above, low mids 0.2 dB above) gives vocals and instruments a natural presence. Bass from 60 to 200 Hz is within 1 dB of target, and the neutral tilt of 0.09 fits listeners who want a balanced tonality. At 38 ohms and 99.8 dB sensitivity it is easy to drive from a phone or laptop.
Cons: Sub-bass is about 10 dB below target under 60 Hz, a large loss that removes most deep rumble. A 5 dB peak near 2.2 kHz can add forwardness to voices, and a 6 dB dip near 5.3 kHz takes some bite from cymbals and consonants. The open back leaks sound and gives no isolation.
Full Grado Hemp review and specifications →
| Back | Open |
|---|---|
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.41 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 13Hz - 28kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Harman Preference Score | 83 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 38 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 99.8 dB SPL |
| Sub-bass Extension | Falls 6 dB below target at 47 Hz (-11.6 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | +0.09 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.5 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +6.7 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 5,779 Hz | +5.8 dB | 3.08 |
| Peak | 103 Hz | -3.0 dB | 0.63 |
| Peak | 2,201 Hz | -5.7 dB | 3.90 |
| Peak | 3,309 Hz | +4.0 dB | 4.69 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +0.5 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 627 Hz | +0.5 dB | 1.53 |
| Peak | 276 Hz | -1.0 dB | 4.28 |
| Peak | 4,235 Hz | -1.5 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 45 Hz | +0.7 dB | 4.16 |
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Discontinued Grado Models
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Over-Ear Headphones
Ranked #97 of 382 in Over-Ear Headphones - Grado SR125e Discontinued eBay
Pros: Crinacle’s measurement gives it an excellent Harman preference score of 82 with a 2.11 dB spread. Its tonal tilt of +0.37 sits close to the target, so the overall balance is neither dark nor bright.
Cons: Discontinued, so it is mainly found used. Its 2.11 dB spread is less even than the best measured sets.
Full Grado SR125e review and specifications →
| Released | 2014 (12 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Open |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.11 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz |
| Harman Preference Score | 82 (measured by crinacle, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 32 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 99.8 dB/mW |
| Tonal Tilt | +0.37 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.3 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +6.3 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 2,144 Hz | -7.5 dB | 3.93 |
| Peak | 84 Hz | -2.8 dB | 0.87 |
| Peak | 3,276 Hz | +3.4 dB | 4.26 |
| Peak | 48 Hz | +1.7 dB | 2.98 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +1.9 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 610 Hz | +0.8 dB | 0.61 |
| Peak | 4,783 Hz | +3.2 dB | 5.84 |
| Peak | 4,030 Hz | -1.8 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 189 Hz | -0.5 dB | 2.59 |
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Ranked #113 of 382 in Over-Ear Headphones - Grado The Hemp Headphone Discontinued eBay
Pros: Crinacle’s measurement gives it an excellent Harman preference score of 81 with a 2.51 dB spread. Its tonal tilt of +0.09 sits close to the target, so the overall balance is neither dark nor bright.
Cons: Discontinued, so it is mainly found used. Its 2.51 dB spread is less even than the best measured sets.
Full Grado The Hemp Headphone review and specifications →
| Released | 2020 (6 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Open |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.51 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 13Hz - 28kHz |
| Harman Preference Score | 81 (measured by crinacle, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 38 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB/mW |
| Tonal Tilt | +0.09 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.4 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +6.6 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 123 Hz | -2.4 dB | 0.53 |
| Peak | 6,245 Hz | +4.4 dB | 1.78 |
| Peak | 2,222 Hz | -5.9 dB | 3.86 |
| Peak | 3,226 Hz | +4.1 dB | 4.71 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +3.3 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 4,326 Hz | -3.0 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 5,154 Hz | +1.7 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 1,197 Hz | -0.6 dB | 2.54 |
| Peak | 83 Hz | -0.4 dB | 2.75 |
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Ranked #176 of 382 in Over-Ear Headphones - Grado SR325x Discontinued eBay
Pros: Measured response gives it a very good Harman preference score of 75 with a 2.38 dB spread, and its mids sit within about 0.6 dB of target, so vocals and instruments sound natural. It uses 1 x 44mm dynamic.
Cons: Discontinued, so it is mainly found used. Presence sits about 4.2 dB low with a 7.6 dB dip near 3.7 kHz, so vocals and instruments lose some bite. A 4.5 dB peak near 2.1 kHz can make cymbals and sibilance sound sharp. Sub-bass is 10 dB short at 30 Hz, so deep bass lacks rumble.
Full Grado SR325x review and specifications →
| Released | May 2021 (5 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Open |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.38 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 x 44mm dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 18Hz - 24kHz |
| Harman Preference Score | 75 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 38 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB/mW |
| Sub-bass Extension | Falls 6 dB below target at 40 Hz (-10.0 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.63 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.9 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +8.1 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 85 Hz | -5.9 dB | 0.52 |
| Peak | 6,174 Hz | +4.7 dB | 2.45 |
| Peak | 3,352 Hz | +5.4 dB | 3.57 |
| Peak | 2,117 Hz | -5.2 dB | 5.27 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -2.3 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 8,641 Hz | +2.1 dB | 3.55 |
| Peak | 4,530 Hz | -1.8 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 39 Hz | +1.4 dB | 3.98 |
| Peak | 55 Hz | -0.6 dB | 1.87 |
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Ranked #177 of 382 in Over-Ear Headphones - Grado SR325e Discontinued eBay
Pros: Crinacle’s measurement gives it a very good Harman preference score of 75 with a 2.68 dB spread. Its tonal tilt of +0.39 sits close to the target, so the overall balance is neither dark nor bright.
Cons: Discontinued, so it is mainly found used. Its 2.68 dB spread is less even than the best measured sets.
Full Grado SR325e review and specifications →
| Released | 2014 (12 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Open |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.68 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 18Hz - 24kHz |
| Harman Preference Score | 75 (measured by crinacle, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 32 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 99.8 dB/mW |
| Tonal Tilt | +0.39 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 0.8 lbs (357 g) (12.6 oz) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.3 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +6.8 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 100 Hz | -3.2 dB | 0.46 |
| Peak | 585 Hz | +2.1 dB | 0.60 |
| Peak | 2,159 Hz | -7.5 dB | 4.92 |
| Peak | 51 Hz | +1.9 dB | 2.42 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +3.0 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 3,166 Hz | +2.8 dB | 5.10 |
| Peak | 3,921 Hz | -3.5 dB | 5.96 |
| Peak | 4,579 Hz | +2.3 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 5,147 Hz | -1.4 dB | 6.00 |
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Ranked #184 of 382 in Over-Ear Headphones - Grado PS500e Discontinued eBay
Pros: Crinacle’s measurement gives it a solid Harman preference score of 74 with a 2.45 dB spread. Its tonal tilt of -0.64 sits close to the target, so the overall balance is neither dark nor bright. It uses 1 x 44mm dynamic with an easy 32 ohm load.
Cons: Discontinued, so it is mainly found used. Its 2.45 dB spread is less even than the best measured sets.
Full Grado PS500e review and specifications →
| Released | 2014 (12 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Open |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.45 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 x 44mm dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 14Hz - 29kHz |
| Harman Preference Score | 74 (measured by crinacle, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 32 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 99.8 dB/mW |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.64 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.3 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +5.0 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 84 Hz | -7.1 dB | 0.67 |
| Peak | 3,339 Hz | +1.8 dB | 0.18 |
| Peak | 40 Hz | +4.2 dB | 0.87 |
| Peak | 2,182 Hz | -7.1 dB | 4.46 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +5.1 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 4,226 Hz | -4.9 dB | 5.73 |
| Peak | 557 Hz | +0.9 dB | 1.33 |
| Peak | 1,263 Hz | -0.9 dB | 1.30 |
| Peak | 3,190 Hz | +3.1 dB | 5.34 |
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Ranked #195 of 382 in Over-Ear Headphones - Grado SR80e Discontinued eBay
Pros: Crinacle’s measurement gives it a solid Harman preference score of 73 with a 2.44 dB spread. Its tonal tilt of +0.69 sits close to the target, so the overall balance is neither dark nor bright.
Cons: Discontinued, so it is mainly found used. Its 2.44 dB spread is less even than the best measured sets.
Full Grado SR80e review and specifications →
| Released | 2014 (12 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.44 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz |
| Harman Preference Score | 73 (measured by crinacle, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 32 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 99.8 dB/mW |
| Tonal Tilt | +0.69 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.3 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +6.5 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 2,085 Hz | -9.3 dB | 3.55 |
| Peak | 89 Hz | -2.8 dB | 1.05 |
| Peak | 4,554 Hz | -6.3 dB | 5.19 |
| Peak | 1,420 Hz | +1.8 dB | 0.30 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +2.0 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 7,651 Hz | -1.8 dB | 2.79 |
| Peak | 3,250 Hz | +2.4 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 1,042 Hz | -0.7 dB | 2.28 |
| Peak | 565 Hz | +0.3 dB | 1.44 |
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Ranked #214 of 382 in Over-Ear Headphones - Grado SR60e Discontinued eBay
Pros: Measured response gives it a solid Harman preference score of 71 with a 2.35 dB spread.
Cons: Discontinued, so it is mainly found used. An 8.9 dB peak near 2.0 kHz can make cymbals and sibilance sound sharp. Sub-bass is 9.8 dB short at 30 Hz, so deep bass lacks rumble.
Full Grado SR60e review and specifications →
| Released | 2014 (12 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Back | Open |
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.35 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz |
| Harman Preference Score | 71 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 32 ohms |
| Sub-bass Extension | Falls 6 dB below target at 42 Hz (-9.8 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | +0.89 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -6.1 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +5.4 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 2,001 Hz | -7.9 dB | 3.02 |
| Peak | 1,941 Hz | +2.3 dB | 0.27 |
| Peak | 2,286 Hz | -2.8 dB | 2.88 |
| Peak | 4,892 Hz | -4.1 dB | 3.48 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -0.8 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 79 Hz | -2.5 dB | 1.22 |
| Peak | 3,556 Hz | +1.7 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 47 Hz | +1.3 dB | 0.53 |
| Peak | 1,065 Hz | -0.7 dB | 3.37 |
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In-Ear Headphones
Ranked #524 of 749 in In-Ear Headphones - Grado GT220 TWS Discontinued eBay
Pros: Bass is lifted about 4.5 dB with extension to 20 Hz, giving kick drums and bass lines extra weight. Lower mids sit within about 0.8 dB of target, keeping voices and guitars natural. It uses 1 x 8mm dynamic with an easy 32 ohm load.
Cons: Discontinued, so it is mainly found used. A 6.4 dB peak near 11.8 kHz can make cymbals and sibilance sound sharp. The 4.5 dB bass lift can sound boomy and mask midrange detail.
Full Grado GT220 review and specifications →
| Released | Oct 2020 (6 years ago) |
|---|---|
| Connection | True wireless |
| Deviation From Target | 2.23 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
| Drivers | 1 x 8mm dynamic |
| Form Factor | In-ear |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz |
| Harman Preference Score | 68 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 32 ohms |
| Sub-bass Extension | Within 6 dB of target down to 20 Hz (+1.9 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.63 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 0 lbs (5g) per earbud |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -3.1 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -1.1 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 139 Hz | -2.9 dB | 0.49 |
| Peak | 682 Hz | +3.3 dB | 0.81 |
| Peak | 2,405 Hz | -3.7 dB | 3.11 |
| Peak | 7,484 Hz | +1.7 dB | 2.23 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | +1.3 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 5,159 Hz | -6.2 dB | 5.06 |
| Peak | 3,701 Hz | +2.5 dB | 3.21 |
| Peak | 6,535 Hz | +2.5 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 2,718 Hz | -1.0 dB | 5.92 |
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