Meze Audio ELITE Hi-End Headphones (Open-Back)

Meze Audio ELITE Flagship Open-Back Headphones 

Overview

The Meze Audio ELITE – Tungsten embodies Meze’s pursuit of natural, non-fatiguing sound in a reference open-back design. It pairs artisanal construction with advanced planar technology to deliver clarity, scale, and emotional realism. The result is a flagship that feels effortless for hours, yet reveals remarkable depth and texture in every recording.

At its core is the Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array Driver. The Rinaro Parus diaphragm provides an exceptional stiffness-to-weight balance. Transients start and stop with precision, while tonal density stays intact at any level. Low frequencies are tight and articulate. The midrange sounds lifelike and unforced. Treble extends with air and sparkle, yet avoids glare. This balance defines the ELITE’s relaxed but revealing character.

The open-back, circumaural architecture creates a broad, three-dimensional stage. Instruments occupy stable positions. Room cues and reverb tails emerge naturally from a quiet background. Complex mixes remain organized, even as dynamics swell. That spacious presentation helps long sessions feel more like listening in a great room than wearing headphones.

Comfort is central to the ELITE experience. The aluminium CNC frame stays light yet rigid. The carbon-fiber headband and pressure-distribution wings spread weight evenly across the head. The isomagnetic earpad coupling maintains a secure, consistent seal without excessive clamping force. The result is a barely-there feel that encourages hours of uninterrupted listening.

The Tungsten finish adds a refined, modern aesthetic. Build quality is meticulous, with tolerances you can see and feel. Meze’s modular approach supports long-term serviceability. Parts can be replaced when needed, extending ownership well beyond typical product cycles. That sustainability mirrors the sonic design: performance that endures, rather than chases trends.

Everyday usability is equally considered. The ELITE includes two earpad sets — Hybrid (perforated Alcantara interior with leather exterior) and Angled Alcantara — to tailor comfort and acoustics. A premium 2.5 m silver-plated PCUHD cable terminates to 6.3 mm, and the 2×4-pin mini-XLR earcup connectors support aftermarket cabling. The headphone arrives in a high-strength ABS suitcase with foam inserts and leather handle for secure transport.

Measured performance supports the listening impressions. Frequency response extends from 3 Hz to 112 kHz. Impedance is 32 Ω, with a nominal sensitivity of 101 dB (1 mW/1 kHz). THD stays below 0.05% across the band. Maximum SPL exceeds 130 dB, while overall weight remains around 372 g without earpads. These figures reflect a flagship tuned for realism, control, and ease of drive with quality amplification.

For Groove Central listeners who value musical truth as much as craftsmanship, the Meze Audio ELITE – Tungsten delivers a rare combination: reference-grade resolution that remains inviting and human. It’s a headphone designed for the long haul — in sound, comfort, and build — and a statement of what open-back planars can be at their best.

Key Features

• Open-back, circumaural design creates a wide, natural soundstage for lifelike imaging.

• Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array driver with the Rinaro Parus [MZ3SE] diaphragm for speed and control.

• Aluminium CNC frame with carbon-fiber headband for strength, lightness, and comfort.

• Pressure-distribution wings reduce hotspots and improve long-session comfort.

• Isomagnetic earpad coupling ensures a stable seal and consistent acoustics.

• Two earpad sets included: Hybrid (perforated Alcantara plus leather) and Angled Alcantara.

• Frequency response from 3 Hz to 112 kHz reveals air, space, and microdetail.

• 32-ohm impedance and 101 dB sensitivity pair well with quality desktop amps.

• Total harmonic distortion under 0.05% maintains clarity across the spectrum.

• Includes silver-plated PCUHD 2.5 m cable, 6.3 mm termination, and protective ABS suitcase.

Technical Stuff 

Meze Audio ELITE Headphones "In The Studio" ...

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