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Shure SRH940 vs Grado SR325x

Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.

Shure SRH940
7.8
/ 10
On-earHigh end
HIGHER SCORE
Grado SR325x
8.1
/ 10
On-earHigh end

Specs comparison

7.8/10
SCORE
8.1/10
46Ω
IMPEDANCE
32Ω
96dB
SENSITIVITY
99dB
No
NEEDS AMP
No

Analysis

The Shure SRH940 scores 7.8/10 with 46Ω impedance and 96dB sensitivity. At 46Ω, it drives well from most phones without an external amp.

The Grado SR325x scores 8.1/10 with 32Ω impedance and 99dB sensitivity. At 32Ω, it can be driven directly without extra hardware.

Based on our scoring, the Grado SR325x scores higher overall. However, the right choice depends on your full audio chain — use our analyzer to see which fits your actual setup.

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