Grado F-Cushion Headphone Ear Pads

The Grado F-Cushion is a genuine replacement ear pad from Grado – the pad fitted as standard on the current SR225x, SR325x and The Hemp models. It also fits all headphones from the Prestige, Reference, Statement, Professional and Limited Edition series.

Ear pads are wear parts: over the years the foam goes hard or crumbly. A fresh pad brings back fit, comfort and sound.

Why genuine Grado pads?

The pad determines the distance between your ear and the driver – and with it, audibly, both sound and comfort. Grado's genuine pads are tuned precisely to this geometry. Cheap copies often sit too deep or too tight and change the sound.

What you hear

The sound your headphones had from the factory, again: defined bass, open mids, a clean fit on the ear. A worn-out pad pulls the driver closer to your ear and makes the sound duller and more forward – something you often only notice once the new pad is on.

Who is the F-Cushion for?

For anyone with an SR225x, SR325x or The Hemp whose pads have worn out – or who wants the original character back after swapping pads. Straight talk: which pad type is original for your model depends on the headphones – S, L, G or F all sound different. If in doubt, just ask us.

Our verdict

A small part with a big effect: fresh pads make an old Grado feel new again. Genuine pays off.

Technical Data

• Type: Genuine replacement ear pad (F-Cushion)
• Standard on: SR225x, SR325x, The Hemp
• Compatible with: All Grado Prestige, Reference, Statement, Professional and Limited Edition models
• Material: Foam
• Fitting: User-replaceable
• What's included: 1 pair of ear pads

Frequently Asked Questions

Which pad fits my Grado?

Broadly speaking, S, L, G and F pads fit mechanically on almost all Grado over-ear models – but they sound different. The F-Cushion is the genuine pad for the x-models SR225x, SR325x and The Hemp. If you want to keep the original sound, choose the type that was fitted from the factory.

How often do Grado ear pads need replacing?

There's no fixed rule – condition is what matters. If the foam goes hard, crumbly or visibly flattened, it's time. With regular use, one to three years is typical. Swapping takes a minute and needs no tools.

Why buy Grado pads at HD Zürisee?

Because the right pad decides sound and comfort. HD Zürisee in Wädenswil is an authorised Grado dealer and can tell you which type is genuine for your headphones. Free shipping from CHF 190.

Goes well with

Your headphones and more headphone accessories.