Grado SR225i

Re-introduced in March 2009 with a slightly tweaked and improved driver, the SR225i is a high end headphone from Grado. With similar features as the SR125i, the SR225i increases air flow by 50% which is achieved through an improved rear metal screen and closer matched drivers. The result is an enlarged soundstage achieved from closer driver tolerances, while the improved rear screen frees the headphone from colorations. The SR225i is a popular middle-of-the-line option between the lower end SR60i/SR80i and the higher end RS2i/RS1i.

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Grado SR225i
MSRP $200.00
Release date March, 2009
Brand Grado
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slightly darker than lower grado headphone models, easier to listen to
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the most high end Grado that maintains the light plastic shell
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one of the best from a price:performance ratio - SR325 is $100 (50%) more, SR125 is not well regarded
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spartan design focuses on what matters - quiet resilient and easy to fix
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stands out - aesthetically pleasing, timeless design
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some believe a lesser Grado can be transformed to approach the refined sound of the 225 by implementing modifications (replacing grill, adding dampening to the back of the driver etc...)
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open design and thick cable are only good for quiet at home listening - cannot be easily thrown in a bag
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potential comfort issues - takes a while to get used to
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expensive outside the USA
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Details

Features

  • Vented diaphragm
  • Non Resonant air chamber
  • UHPLC copper voice coil wire
  • Standard copper connecting cord
  • Tranducer type : dynamic
  • Operating principle : open air
  • Frequency response : 20-22
  • SPL 1mV : 98
  • Normal impedance : 32ohms
  • Driver matched db : .05

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Grado SR225i

• Prestige Series SR225i Headphones

MPN: SR225I

Grado SR225i

• Grado Prestige Series SR225i Headphones

• SR-225 Consumer Headphones

UPC: 411378032737

EAN: 411378032737

MPN: SR225i

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Pros

  • slightly darker than lower grado headphone models, easier to listen to
  • the most high end Grado that maintains the light plastic shell
  • one of the best from a price:performance ratio - SR325 is $100 (50%) more, SR125 is not well regarded
  • spartan design focuses on what matters - quiet resilient and easy to fix
  • stands out - aesthetically pleasing, timeless design

Cons

  • some believe a lesser Grado can be transformed to approach the refined sound of the 225 by implementing modifications (replacing grill, adding dampening to the back of the driver etc...)
  • open design and thick cable are only good for quiet at home listening - cannot be easily thrown in a bag
  • potential comfort issues - takes a while to get used to
  • expensive outside the USA

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