GRADO Goethe-Laboratory United States
Goethe, the most famous manufacturer of headphones and cartridges in the United States, focused on the development of headphones in the 90s with the retirement of cartridges. Today, from the entry-level SR60 to the high-end PS1000, every Goethe headset is recognized by audiophiles for its warm and rich sound, as well as its personality. In the US Consumer Reports, the Goethe-Prestige series is in the top three places. Among them, the Goethe-Zertific SR325e has received a very high evaluation of 91 points, and in terms of appearance, it adopts a retro design, which has a bit of American rock flavor. Because it is an open-ear headset, the sound isolation effect is average and it will leak sound, so it is not suitable for use when walking on the street. In terms of sound quality, the American "Consumer Reports" commented: The overall sound quality is very good, and it belongs to the neutral and cold style. The bass is excellent, with deep dives, but there is a hint of abruptness and a lack of resonance in the upper part of the bass; The midrange is very clear and clean, with a lot of detail to hear, but the subject is a little weak; The treble is detail-free and malleable. In terms of comfort, the performance is average, and it is not suitable for long-term wear. ...