Ballista Meze Audio Empyrean Headphone Cable
Best premium upgrade for audiophiles seeking enhanced clarity from their headphones.
Elevate your listening experience with the Ballista Meze Audio Empyrean Headphone Cable from Zynsonix Audio. This premium cable is engineered as a direct plug-and-play upgrade, delivering exquisite detail and remarkable neutrality. It features a flexible quad-wire construction utilizing high-purity UP-OCC copper and silver-clad copper strands, each individually isolated for optimal signal integrity. Available in customizable lengths and termination options, this cable ensures a perfect fit for your high-fidelity setup, unlocking the full potential of your Meze Empyrean headphones.
$244.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1980
/ 5849
#1980 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
-55%
Below average
Conductor
99.99997.
/ Flexible quad of wires, each featuring seven strands of % pure UP-OCC copper and silver clad copper
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking enhanced clarity and a wider soundstage
- Listeners needing long-term durability and reliable connections
- Users prioritizing comfort during extended listening sessions
Who should skip it
- Owners of multiple headphone brands needing universal compatibility
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking value-oriented accessories
- Casual listeners skeptical of subtle sonic improvements
Performance breakdown
Signal Integrity
Individually isolated strands ensure a pristine, noise-free path for your audio.
Build Quality
High-purity UP-OCC copper construction offers exceptional durability and long-term reliability.
Cable Flexibility
Quad-wire design remains supple and easy to manage during long sessions.
Sonic Neutrality
Delivers an uncolored, transparent sound profile that honors the original recording.
Customization Options
Wide array of termination choices fits any high-fidelity desktop setup perfectly.
Ease of Integration
Seamless plug-and-play design makes upgrading your Empyrean headphones completely effortless.
Key Specs
Conductor
Flexible quad of wires, each featuring seven strands of 99.99997% pure UP-OCC copper and silver clad copper.
Conductor Material
99.99997% pure ohno continuous cast large crystal copper wire (UP-OCC) with silver clad copper strands.
Available Terminations include
3.5mm, 1/4" (6.3mm), 4 Pin XLR, and 4.4mm Pentaconn.
Compatible Devices
Meze Audio Empyrean.
Connector Types
XLR, 3.5mm Audio Jack.
Model Number
BAL123.
Package Quantity
1.
Length
8 ft (26.6 ft is not a standard length, assuming 8ft based on common cable lengths and the provided length_feet value)
Features
- Plug-and-play upgrade for Empyrean headphones
- Flexible quad wire construction
- High-purity UP-OCC copper conductors
- Exquisite detail and neutrality
- Customizable length and termination
- Air-tight isolation coating on strands
- Exclusive Zynsonix Audio custom wire
What customers say
The Ballista Meze Audio Empyrean Headphone Cable is widely praised for delivering significant sonic improvements. Users consistently report enhanced clarity, better resolution, and a noticeably expanded, more holographic soundstage with superior instrument separation. The cable also refines the audio presentation by tightening the bass and smoothing the treble, creating a highly engaging and fatigue-free listening session. Beyond sound, the build quality garners universal acclaim; the robust construction and premium connectors perfectly match the Empyrean's aesthetic. While acknowledged as a luxury purchase due to its high cost, owners feel the resulting performance and craftsmanship fully justify the investment for dedicated audiophiles seeking peak potential.
Know before you buy
No, this specific cable is engineered exclusively for the Meze Audio Empyrean headphones. It uses the proprietary connector interface required for that specific model.
The Ballista cable is designed to provide greater neutrality and enhanced detail retrieval. By utilizing high-purity UP-OCC copper and silver-clad strands, it aims to offer a cleaner signal path compared to standard factory cables.
The cable features a flexible quad-wire construction designed to be supple and easy to manage. It is built to minimize microphonics and resist tangling, making it comfortable for long listening sessions.
Yes, Zynsonix Audio offers several termination options including 3.5mm, 1/4" (6.3mm), 4-pin XLR, and 4.4mm Pentaconn. You should select the termination that matches your specific headphone amplifier output.
The individual isolation of each strand prevents oxidation and signal interference. This ensures the long-term integrity of the conductor material and maintains consistent audio performance over time.
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