Grado SR60 Headphones

Grado SR60 Headphones, The First Step Into Grado

For more than three decades the Grado SR60 has introduced listeners to the world of open-back headphones. Simple, honest, and engaging, it remains the most direct path into the Grado lineup, and for many music lovers, including reviewers, engineers, and founders of companies now shaping the headphone industry, the SR60 was where the journey began. At a time when so many headphones rely on closed designs and digital processing, the SR60 offers something increasingly rare: a straightforward open-back listening experience at an approachable price. Hand-built in Brooklyn, it is available now at Vinyl Sound in Canada.

Key Features

At the center of the SR60 is Grado's 44mm X2 dynamic driver, built around a Mylar diaphragm, copper voice coil, and rare-earth magnetic system for efficiency and control. Its tuning favours balance and musicality, delivering clear midrange, natural detail, and an inviting presentation made for long listening. A lightweight die-injection molded housing keeps it durable and comfortable, while the open-back architecture lets the music breathe for a spacious sound. It uses Grado's standard headband with a steel spring band, a fixed Bronze cable, and standard S cushions for a smooth, relaxed presentation.

Technical Specifications

Why Buy from Vinyl Sound?

Vinyl Sound is an authorized Canadian dealer for Grado. The SR60 comes with full manufacturer warranty and expert support from our team. We offer free ground shipping to all provinces in Canada, and our staff can help you pair the SR60 with the right headphone amplifier or DAC for your source.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Grado SR60 a good first audiophile headphone?
A: Yes. The SR60 is the most direct entry into the Grado lineup and one of the most recommended first open-back headphones. Its balanced, musical tuning, clear midrange, and natural detail have introduced generations of listeners to serious sound at an approachable price.

Q: How does the SR60 compare to the SR80?
A: Both use the 44mm X2 driver, but the SR60 ships with S cushions and a balanced, relaxed tuning, while the SR80 uses F cushions for greater immediacy, tighter bass, and more forward energy. Stepping further up, the SR325 adds a precision aluminum housing.

Q: Is the Grado SR60 available in Canada?
A: Yes. The Grado SR60 is available at Vinyl Sound, an authorized Canadian Grado dealer, with free ground shipping to all provinces in Canada. You can also audition it at our Toronto store.