Meze Audio Introduces POET: High-Performance Planar-Magnetic Earphones
Introducing the Meze Audio POET: a Game Changer in High-End Headphone Technology
Step into the realm of audiophile elegance with the latest offering from Meze Audio, the POET planar-magnetic headphones. This innovative creation boasts a unique blend of Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array technology, luxurious materials, and an ergonomic design, all within a compact, open-back form factor.
At the core of the POET experience lies a signature sound that promises: "Lush, soaring vocals, precise bass impact, and balanced high-frequency clarity." With a frequency range spanning from the subconscious 4Hz to the batty 96kHz, these headphones set a new standard for tonality, seamlessly integrating high-frequency brilliance with a comfortable audio signature.
The POET headphones excel at drawing out the intricate details of any musical track, separating instruments across a vivid soundstage thanks to MZ6 Isodynamic Hybrid Array drivers. Innovative technology developed by Meze Audio and Rinaro Isodynamics allows the POET headphones to deliver an unrivaled audio experience.
Constructed with meticulous craftsmanship and unmatched attention to detail, the POET headphones' enclosure is a sight to behold. The intricate copper-toned steel grille and magnesium chassis exude an understated aura of luxury. The headband, while initially appearing uninviting with its thin leather texture, offers an alluring level of comfort with its soft suede underside. The prodigious ear cushions contribute to an overall listening experience that's unparalleled in comfort, even during extended sessions.
The POET headphones' design is both elegant and practical. The flexible titanium alloy headband ensures a flawless distribution of weight across the user’s head, while the use of magnetic ear pads makes the headphones effortless to wear and easy to maintain.
The POET's planar magnetic drivers are manufactured by Rinaro Isodynamics in Ukraine. Over three decades of innovation, Rinaro's Isodynamic Hybrid Array technology has culminated in the MZ6 drivers found in the POET headphones. Each driver is meticulously hand-assembled and tested at Rinaro's Lviv factory, ensuring unparalleled performance and longevity.
The POET's innovative technology shines in its driver specifications:
- Hybrid Magnet Array, for a uniform and powerful magnetic field on the diaphragm
- Parus diaphragm with a low weight of 0.06g and a large active area for optimal audio reproduction
- Ultra-low distortion of less than 0.05%, ensuring high-resolution audio performance
Meze Audio’s commitment to quality continues in the POET's construction and design, making every component easily replaceable and resistant to the test of time. Whether it's the magnetic ear pads or the materials used in the chassis, the POET is built to last a lifetime.
The POET ships with a premium, hand-braided cable built from high-quality copper, featuring dual 3.5mm TS jack plugs connected to the ear cups. The cables converge into a single braided cable that terminates onto a 6.35mm stereo jack plug for serious hi-fi systems. Although a 6.35mm-to-3.5mm adapter is not included, Meze should be able to provide custom cables, or users can invest in third-party solutions like Dekoni Ensemble cables.
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The POET's audio prowess is unquestionable. In a blind listening test, the headphones' ability to deliver "lush, airy vocals and precise bass impact" may have led listeners to believe they were listening to dynamic drivers. However, the POET's exceptional clarity in both midrange and high frequencies betrays Meze Audio's mastery of blending dynamic drivers' warmth with planar magnetic drivers' finesse.
Availability and Pricing
The Meze Audio POET planar magnetic headphones are available for purchase starting February 20, 2025, from mezeaudio.com. The POET retails for a price of $2,000 / £1,850 / €2,000.
Technical Specifications
- Driver: Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array MZ6
- Operating Principle: Open-back
- Ear Coupling: Circumaural
- Frequency Range: 4Hz - 96kHz
- Impedance: 55Ω
- Sensitivity: 101dB SPL/mW at 1kHz
- Maximum SPL: <130 dB SPL
- Total harmonic distortion (THD): <0.05%
- Weight: 350g (12.3 oz.) (without earpads)
- Input Connector: Dual 3.5 mm TS Jack
- Geometrical Shape: Ovoid
- Driver Size: 92 mm x 63 mm
- Driver Weight: 73 g (2.5 oz.)
- Casing: Fiberglass reinforced polymer
- Diaphragm Type: Rinaro Parus [MZ6]
- Active Area: 3,507 mm²
- Diaphragm Weight: 0.06 g
- Acoustic Mass: 6.5 kg/m⁴
Mez Audio has once again redefined high-end audio technology with the POET planar-magnetic headphones. From its innovative technology to its luxurious design, the POET promises an audio experience that will leave you breathless.
The Meze Audio POET headphones showcase Romanian handcrafted headphones, specifically the MZ6 Isodynamic Hybrid Array drivers that are hand-assembled at Rinaro's Lviv factory. These planar magnetic headphones feature a unique tonality, with a frequency range from 4Hz to 96kHz, which seamlessly integrates high-frequency brilliance with a comfortable audio signature. The POET headphones deliver an unparalleled audio experience with their Rinaro-developed planar magnetic drivers.
These headphones, priced at $2,000, are a testament to Meze Audio's commitment to quality and innovation. They boast an ergonomic design, with a flexible titanium alloy headband and comfortable ear cushions, allowing for an alluring level of comfort during extended listening sessions.
The POET headphones' intricate copper-toned steel grille and magnesium chassis, along with their luxurious leather materials, contribute to their stunning visual appeal, exuding an understated aura of luxury. With their innovative technology and meticulous craftsmanship, the Meze Audio POET planar magnetic headphones truly set a new standard in high-end headphone technology.
