{"product_id":"grado-signature-hp100-se","title":"Grado Signature HP100 SE","description":"\u003ch3\u003eGrado Signature HP100 SE – Special Edition Flagship Headphones Honoring a Legacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grado Signature HP100 SE celebrates both heritage and innovation, marking a new design era for Grado Labs. Created to honor founder Joseph Grado’s 100th birthday, these headphones pay tribute to the legendary HP1 — the model that defined the high-end headphone market in the early 1990s. The HP100 SE blends timeless craftsmanship with modern acoustic engineering, hand-assembled at Grado’s Brooklyn headquarters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew 52 mm dynamic drivers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specially engineered transducers deliver refined, open-air sound with remarkable detail and low distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-machined aluminum housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-crafted earcups ensure acoustic stability and eliminate unwanted resonance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium stitched leather headband:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides luxurious comfort and durability for long listening sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-precise driver matching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pair is matched within 0.04 dB for exceptional stereo imaging and tonal balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetachable 12-conductor cable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgraded cable system enhances signal integrity and allows easy replacement or customization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes G and F cushions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two styles of Grado’s signature ear pads offer a choice of tonal presentation and fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-assembled in Brooklyn, NY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each unit reflects Grado’s renowned commitment to craftsmanship and sonic purity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustomer Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HP100 SE bridges Grado’s legendary past and its forward-looking future. It delivers the unmistakable Grado sound — spacious, detailed, and emotionally engaging — with improved comfort, refined materials, and a modern detachable cable system. Whether used in mastering environments or home hi-fi listening, it offers the intimacy and clarity that have defined Grado headphones for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransducer type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dynamic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating principle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 Hz – 51.5 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal harmonic distortion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 0.1% @ 100 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity (SPL 1mW):\u003c\/strong\u003e 117 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriver size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriver matched tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.04 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-pin mini XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-conductor detachable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded ear pads:\u003c\/strong\u003e G cushions and F style cushions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrado Signature HP100 SE headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable 12-conductor cable (4-pin mini XLR to 6.3 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eG cushions and F style cushions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUse Cases \/ Ideal For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for audiophiles, mastering engineers, and Grado enthusiasts seeking a flagship open-back headphone that combines reference-level sound with classic design and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with any high-quality headphone amplifier, DAC, or audio interface with a 6.3 mm output. Detachable cable allows for balanced or alternative cable upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePros \u0026amp; Cons\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✅ Pros:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlagship-level sound with new 52 mm drivers and open-air acoustic design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional driver matching ensures unmatched stereo accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable high-quality cable and premium build materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Cons:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-back design may not suit noisy environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-end craftsmanship comes at a premium price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Grado Signature HP100 SE stands as a tribute to Grado’s century-long pursuit of sound excellence. Blending tradition, innovation, and meticulous handcrafting, it represents both a respectful nod to Joseph Grado’s original vision and a bold step into the future of high-end headphone design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54546464801036,"sku":"G-SIGN-HP100SE","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0711\/7416\/0652\/files\/HP100SE-016.webp?v=1762498781","url":"https:\/\/soundium.com\/de\/products\/grado-signature-hp100-se","provider":"Soundium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}