Grado SR125i in the box (CLICK TO ENLARGE)
If you looked at the photo of the Grado SR125s on the left and thought, “Who in their right mind would buy those ugly things?!” you’re not alone. And if you looked at the photo and thought, “Those headphones look like they’re from the 1960s,” you’re not far from the truth. When I first spotted a set of Grado cans online, those were thoughts that went through my head. The first ones that I laid eyes on were the PS1000s which retail for somewhere north of $1,500. I don’t know about you, but when I see a product that has little or no visual appeal or heavy marketing, yet commands a steep price, I take notice. After I began researching Grado Labs, I quickly learned why they are priced the way they are. (more…)
