With the new Grado Signature S150, the American manufacturer is making its range of high-end headphones just a little more accessible!
As tradition dictates, the Grado Signature S150 is an open-back headphone. According to the manufacturer, it incorporates technology borrowed from its considerably more expensive flagship models. At the heart of the S150 are newly developed 44 mm dynamic drivers, featuring diaphragms made from a paper-composite material. According to Grado, the frequency response extends from 16 Hz to 34 kHz, with a nominal impedance of 38Ω. Total harmonic distortion is less than 0.3% at 100 dB. The housing is made from a single piece of ABS, while the supplied F-style ear cushions also form an integral part of the acoustic design.
The headphones come with a detachable cable. More specifically, this is the equally new Grado Signature Bronze cable, featuring a separate 3.5 mm connector for each earcup. At the other end, you’ll find a 3.5 mm mini-jack, while the included 6.3 mm adapter ensures compatibility with a wide range of audio equipment.
The Grado Signature S150 will be available from this month, with prices starting at $295 in the US (so we suspect it’ll be a little more expensive over here). Versions with alternative cables are also available, including balanced options. A longer cable can be specified as well. However, all these alternatives come at an additional cost.