I wonder if you all could help me figure out if it's worth it for me to buy a SR-60i. I have been wanting a Grado for a long time to complement my headphones (DT48 and MDR-SA5000) as they don't play rock very well. I had a SR-225i and liked the way it played electric guitar, so I was about to pull the trigger on a RS-1 when I took a job in China that greatly reduced my salary in absolute terms (although tripled it in relative terms). So I can no longer afford a headphone that expensive. I was wondering if a SR-60i would better the SA5K in rock music, or if it would just be a waste of money. I plan to spend about $50 on a used one and the shipping will be free because a friend will bring them to me next month. I do not have a dac or headphone amp now, i run them from my computer. Can anyone who's heard both give me some advice?

Well, it's really hard to compare, the Grado SR60 is around $50+ while the sony are pretty pricey.

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Price doesn't matter, it's not like I am gonna buy one or the other. I already have the SA5K. I just want to know if the SR60i will sound nicer with rock music.

Yes, given your stated situation, you should get the 60s.

Most people consider grado the unofficial rock/metal headphones, so they might. But, haven't never heard the SA5k I can't comment. But, I have never liked the SR60.

If money is no problem buy them. It's only $50. If you don't like them give them away or re-sell them.

Get the 60i. Best $50 you'll ever spend. At list price best bang for the buck cans ever!

Buddy, you really need to buy Grado SR60i or you will miss the sound of this legendary headphone in the entire headphone industry. Go and get one now.

buy them