GRADO / Signature S950

The Signature S950 is an open-back headphone with a unique sound signature that is made from Brazilian walnut, making it lightweight yet durable.

■New 52mm dynamic driver
・The Signature S950 is equipped with a new Grado 52mm S driver designed for the Signature HP100 SE.

In developing this new 52mm driver, Grado aimed for a musical and harmonious sound that combines delicate details in the high range, smooth midrange, and powerful low range while minimizing distortion.

To achieve this, a paper composite cone is used, combined with a high-flux magnetic circuit using rare earth alloys. In addition, a lightweight copper-plated aluminum voice coil is used to improve dynamics and transient response, resulting in richer sound field expression, fine details, and excellent imaging.

The Signature HP100 SE is highly regarded by recording engineers and audiophiles around the world for its faithful reproduction of the details of recorded music. The Signature S950 pursues a more neutral and balanced sound, expanding the expressiveness of music to provide listeners with a deeply immersive experience.

■New headband assembly

- The Signature S950 is equipped with a new headband assembly that was first adopted in the Signature HP100 SE.

With consideration for long listening times, the amount of padding has been increased by 50% compared to previous Grado models. It features a stainless steel band and height-adjustable rods to reduce strain when listening and provide a customized fit.

The gimbal (the part that connects the housing and the band) is precisely machined from aluminum alloy, and a stainless steel height rod is used for the connection part. This is designed to limit the housing rotation to 105 degrees while maintaining the proper position even if the zinc alloy end cap comes off. It has increased durability and is designed to withstand years of use.

■Redesigned headband assembly

- The Grado Signature series continues to use a detachable cable. This new cable design, which was first introduced in the Signature HP100 SE, has brought about a major evolution in the company's headphone products. The Signature S950 comes standard with a 6-foot Grado Signature cable (6.35mm single-ended). This new headphone cable is more flexible, lighter in weight, and has a more durable braided finish. The cable connects to each housing via a 4-pin balanced mini-XLR plug. In the future, 4-pin balanced XLR and 4.4mm balanced options will be available, as well as cables of various lengths. Users will be able to customize their headphones according to their source device and preferences. Ear Pads The standard ear pads are the largest pads, called Ear Pad G, as with all high-end headphones produced by Grado Labs. The Signature S950 also comes with Ear Pad F. By wearing ear pads of different sizes, the sound changes, allowing you to provide the optimal listening environment according to your preferences and music genre. ■ Handcrafted at our Brooklyn headquarters

Founded in 1953 on a kitchen table, Grado Labs has been pursuing wood-based acoustic technology for over a quarter century. Each Signature S950 is carefully assembled by skilled craftsmen.

Handled from bench to bench, the Signature S950 is crafted with attention to detail. Grado's history and passion lie behind its creation.

■Driver configuration: 52mm diameter dynamic driver
■Type: Open air
■Frequency response: 3.5 - 51.5kHz
■Sensitivity: 117dB
■Total harmonic distortion: <0.1% @100dB
■Impedance: 38Ω
■Channel balance: 0.4dB
■Weight (including cable): Approx. 520g
■Weight (excluding cable): Approx. 400g
■Cable length: Approx. 1.85m
■Cable: Super annealed 12-core OFC cable
■Input terminal: 6.3mm plug
■Housing connector: 4Pin mini XLR
■Accessories: Headphone cable, Ear Pad G, Ear Pad F