Meze Elite Hybrid Array Isodynamic Headphones
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Product Summary
The Meze Elite is a flagship open-back planar magnetic headphone designed for customers who want truly reference-level performance, exceptional comfort and the kind of build quality that feels special every time it is used. Developed in partnership with Rinaro Isodynamics, it combines Meze’s luxurious industrial design with advanced Isodynamic Hybrid Array driver technology to create a headphone aimed squarely at serious high-end listening.
What makes the Elite especially appealing is the way it delivers top-tier detail, speed and openness without becoming clinical or fatiguing. It is capable of revealing huge amounts of texture, space and dynamic nuance, yet still sounds fluid, natural and emotionally engaging. That balance makes it a compelling choice for customers who want a genuine statement headphone for long-form listening rather than something impressive only in short bursts.
Comfort is another major part of the appeal. Despite its flagship ambitions, the Elite remains remarkably wearable thanks to its lightweight construction, ergonomic suspension headband and carefully engineered ear pad system. For customers who want a no-compromise open-back headphone with premium materials, excellent serviceability and an effortlessly high-end presentation, the Meze Elite sits among the standout options in modern personal audio.
Key Benefits
- Isodynamic Hybrid Array planar driver delivers exceptional detail, speed and control across the frequency range
- Open-back design creates a spacious, natural and highly immersive listening experience
- Flagship-level resolution helps reveal more texture, separation and low-level detail from high-quality recordings
- Natural, refined tuning makes long listening sessions easier and more enjoyable
- Lightweight construction and suspension headband help keep comfort high over extended sessions
- Two included ear pad sets let you tailor comfort and sound balance to your preferences
- Easy-to-replace parts support longer-term ownership and servicing
- Premium materials and luxury presentation make it feel every bit like a true high-end product
- Supplied premium case and multiple cable options add flexibility for serious desktop and hi-fi use
- 2 years manufacturers' warranty
Technical Specifications
Headphone Design
- Product Type: Open-back circumaural planar magnetic headphones
- Driver Type: Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array
- Driver Model: MZ3SE
- Driver Shape: Ovoid
- Driver Size: 102 x 73 mm
- Input Connector: Dual 4-pin mini-XLR
Audio Performance
- Frequency Response: 3 Hz - 112 kHz
- Impedance: 32 Ohm
- Sensitivity: 101 dB SPL / mW at 1 kHz
- Maximum SPL: More than 130 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 0.05%
- Driver Technology: Rinaro Parus diaphragm with Isodynamic Hybrid Array architecture
Build & Comfort
- Fit Style: Over-ear
- Ear Coupling: Circumaural
- Headband: Suspension headband design
- Ear Pads Included: 1 x Alcantara ear pads, 1 x Hybrid ear pads
- Serviceability: Designed with replaceable parts
Weight & Dimensions
- Headphone Weight: 372 g
- Driver Weight: 75 g
- Driver Dimensions: 102 x 73 mm
What’s in the Box
- Meze Elite open-back planar magnetic headphones
- Alcantara ear pads
- Hybrid ear pads
- Premium headphone cable
- High-strength protective case
- User documentation
