Grado GW100 Review : Bluetooth this, Wireless that, here we are with Grado GW100. With the dime dozens of wireless headphones available on Amazon, it is so easy to forget about the existence of Wired headphones. However, this particular headphone has both features combined. So, lets find out does Grado GW 100 worth the price it is being sold at?
Grado GW100 Review
Grado GW100 is the only open-back Bluetooth wireless headphone you can find out there. Offering a larger soundtrack and improved sound clarity that makes it convenient as a wireless headphone. Also, it has a greatly improved sound with containment.
Aside from it being open black Bluetooth wireless headphones, the features make it worthy of the $249 it is being sold at Amazon.
Acting as a double-ended sword, it is made with play t5 and comfortable to use, but the materials used are not premium grade, only comes with few accessories, carrying pouch, USB charging cable and 3.5mm aux cable.
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Grado GW100 Design
Aside from the even weight distribution nothing seems premium about Grado GW100 design. It has a spiral aural design that doesn’t cause discomfort during the period use. But using glasses can cause a little discomfort after 20 to 30 minutes of use. Like every other Grado headphones, the included ear pads are easy to replace. Grado makes movement around the house easy due to the open black features, but useless when in a communal setting.
An array of buttons at the left ear cup makes calls and audio control easy. A micro USB input slot s also present at the left ear cup which stays protected by a Silicone door.
With all been said, Grado GW100 sounds great, but not recommended to be used in a lousy environment.
Grado GW100 Battery Life
Grado GW110 comes with Lithium batteries, which can last for 15 to 16 hours. Additionally, it only requires just two hours to get charged. Although, the battery life cant be compared to other best wireless headphones like Sony 1000XM3 that can last for 24 hours.
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Grado GW100 Review : Performance
The battery life is good enough, it is not too pricey, lightweight, great sound if not use in a noisy environment. Although it has some disadvantages, the device seems to target a niche market which is for those who want open-back headphones. If you are one of those looking for a wireless headphone that allows free movement you should think towards buying this from Amazon before it becomes unavailable.
“First of the headphones have decent sound quality even though due to the open ear design there is quite a lot of sound leakage. The main problem is the build quality, the power button got stuck and now I can not turn the headphones on, this was only after a month of light use”.
Grado GW 100 Mic and Connectivity
The effects of background noise on the mic are slightly weak, but the integrated mic isn’t anything fancy like the one used in Plantronics Voyager 6200 UC technology. According to reviews from different buyers, it always sounds distant, just like in an echo chamber. Although it can be used for quick calls, you should not expect a miracle.
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It makes use of Qualcomm’s aptX which is the only high-quality Bluetooth codec supported by Grado GW100. And while we can moan and groan about the lackluster power efficiency provided by the Bluetooth 4.2 connection, the truth is that it doesn’t make a huge difference as only few people will listen to music for 15 hours straight.
Pros and Cons of Grado GW100
The Grade GW100 headphone sound quality is top-notch. The balanced audio matched with the amount of bass, the bass is sparkling and has a wide range of sound-stage that can only be achieved with open back design. It can be referred to as the type of headphone that those who love living in Isolation truly need. The reasonable price tag makes them a good value, but what of the cons?
Pros of Grade GW100:
- It is priced reasonably.
- Lightweight and can be taken around without discomfort.
- Immersive and well-balanced Sound
- Wide range of sound-stage
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Cons of Grade GW 100:
- It is not suitable for use in loud environments.
- The battery life is short compare to other headphones.
- The materials used feel a little cheap.
Should You Buy It?
Yes, you can buy it from Amazon once you understand what you are buying. From the specifications to the design and so on. And know that it is a Bluetooth headphone that gives you the freedom to listen to the music giving you freedom from wires inside the house, not outside. Get past this, and you’re in for an audio treat.
Grado GW 100 Review Conclusion
From all you have read above, Grado GW100 has its advantages and flaws that only a few can overlook. To be frank with you, it is a headphone that can only be recommended for those who just need the convenience and realistic perception of sound afforded by wireless open-back headphones, beside from that Grado GW100 doesn’t have anything special it is almost identical in term of sound and volume to some of the headphones we had reviewed here.
