MEZE ELITE HEADPHONES

Meze have released a new high-end headphone, and true to Meze tradition this is an exceptional headphone for the money. Meze produce a very limited range of ‘phones and each one represents the best in its class.

The Meze Elite is targeting the top end of the market, and sell for $6,500. Considering the development that has gone into this product and the technologies used in its creation, this is actually a bargain.

The drivers used in the Meze Elite were developed over a three-year period by Rinaro Isodynamics and are based on the Isodynamic Hybrid Array Driver technology utilised in their Empyrean headphones that uses the company’s exclusive Parus low-mass acoustic diaphragm constructed on an ultrathin biaxially-oriented semicrystalline film.

An integral part of the unique design of these drivers is the use of dual coil arrays, allowing for better frequency targeting of different areas of the ear, which improves acoustical perception in the upper frequency range as well as enabling high sensitivity of 101dBSPL so they can be driven by almost any source without the need for additional amplification.

A carbon-fibre headband with patentpending suspension wings and a real leather headrest ensure an ultra-light feel, maximum durability and a luxurious fit, while the Meze Elite headphones also come with two pairs of ear-pads which, while offering different levels of fit and comfort, also have their own unique impact on performance.

Owners are able to choose between different connecting cables, and these cables can also be upgraded with an array of optional alternatives manufactured by Japanese cable specialist Furukawa.

Every part of the Meze Elite is meticulously crafted — right down to the aluminium suitcase that they come in.

It is easy to recommend the Meze Elite solely on the basis of this craftsmanship, but the real secret is the performance that is the result of the combination of advanced innovative and unique technologies and this craftsmanship.

If you have the opportunity, have a listen — you will be impressed!