Grado SR-60 or SR-80 for use with iPod?

crumbs · 25-10-2008, 11:06 PM

I was about to buy a pair of Grado SR-60s for use with my iPod Classic. I have a lot of music in Apple Lossless format stored on my iPod and I wanted a decent set of headphones. I know that the SR-60s can be driven from an iPod with no need for a headphone amp.

However, the SR-80s appear to have slightly better lower end response. Would an iPod be able to drive these with no problems?

cunny678 · 25-10-2008, 11:26 PM

I have the SR 60's and they are lacking in bass. The 80' are supposed to have a better low end but I would try and have a listen before you buy! I think that both these models could possibly dissapoint if low end is important! Cant answer your question as reqards efficiency

-Ad- · 26-10-2008, 11:21 AM

Nether, order the alessandro MS1.

Better than both and cost $99 delivered from allessandro, so as good as the 125s and cheaper than the others. Win Win.

crumbs · 26-10-2008, 11:27 AM

The MS1's seem to be more suited to heavy rock music. I want something that is detailed and open as I listen mainly to smooth jazz.

cunny678 · 26-10-2008, 6:07 PM

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Originally Posted by crumbs

The MS1's seem to be more suited to heavy rock music. I want something that is detailed and open as I listen mainly to smooth jazz.

Grado's are definately detailed and as long as you dont mind a thin bass they could be OK for you. Still would recommend an audtion though!

-Ad- · 28-10-2008, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by crumbs

The MS1's seem to be more suited to heavy rock music. I want something that is detailed and open as I listen mainly to smooth jazz.

My grados suit everything I throw at them, especially acoustic.

If you want grados then get the MS-1, they are unbeatable for the price, and would take them over the 60, 80 and 125.

Otherwise havea listen to the goldrings or sennhesiers.