Meze Audio
Meze POET Open-Back Headphones
Best open-back headphones for audiophiles seeking immersive, natural sound quality.
Immerse yourself in pure audio with the Meze Audio POET headphones. These open-back planar magnetic headphones feature the advanced Rinaro Isodynamic® Hybrid Array MZ6 driver, delivering lush vocals and precise bass for a balanced, natural soundstage with a subtle high-frequency sparkle. Designed for immersive listening and comfort, the POET boasts detachable magnetic ear pads and a premium, hand-braided copper cable, making them an exquisite choice for discerning audiophiles seeking unparalleled musical enjoyment.
$1800.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
74
/ 5519
#74 in Headphones
Price vs Category Average
+206%
Above average
Driver
6
/ Rinaro Isodynamic® Hybrid Array MZ
Who it's for
- Audiophiles enjoying marathon listening sessions
- Music lovers seeking an immersive and fun sound
- Design enthusiasts valuing premium materials and craftsmanship
Who should skip it
- Commuters or office workers needing privacy and isolation
- Budget-conscious buyers comparing value against established rivals
- Professional mixing engineers requiring clinical, analytical accuracy
Performance breakdown
Soundstage Depth
Open-back architecture creates a remarkably wide and immersive spatial presentation.
Driver Precision
Rinaro planar technology delivers exceptional transient response and micro-detail retrieval.
Build Integrity
Magnesium chassis offers a premium feel with long-term serviceability in mind.
Source Versatility
High sensitivity allows for excellent performance across a variety of amplifiers.
Ergonomic Comfort
Lightweight design and magnetic pads ensure fatigue-free listening during extended sessions.
High-Frequency Refinement
AMTS technology effectively smooths treble response for a natural, non-fatiguing sparkle.
Key Specs
Driver
Rinaro Isodynamic® Hybrid Array MZ6
Operating Principle
Open-Back
Driver Size
92 mm x 63 mm
Impedance
55 Ω
Sensitivity
101 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz
Frequency Range
4 Hz – 96 kHz
Weight
405 g
Cable
2.5 m braided Furukawa PCUHD copper
Features
- Lush, emotive sound quality
- Compact form factor and lightweight design
- Advanced planar magnetic driver technology
- AMTS technology for refined high-frequency response
- Fully serviceable for long-term ownership
- Open-back design for expansive soundstage
- High sensitivity for versatile source pairing
What customers say
These headphones excel in both comfort and sound quality, offering a truly immersive experience. The audio is consistently praised as warm, natural, and detailed, creating an expansive soundstage perfect for extended listening. Wearability is a major strength; the ergonomic design, soft earpads, and light clamping force allow for hours of fatigue free use. Combined with a luxurious build quality and premium materials, this product successfully merges outstanding sonic performance with unparalleled comfort for the listener.
Know before you buy
The open-back design allows air to pass through the ear cups, which creates a wider, more natural soundstage that mimics the feeling of listening to speakers in a room. Keep in mind that this design does not isolate sound, meaning others nearby will be able to hear your music and you will hear ambient noise.
With a sensitivity of 101 dB and an impedance of 55 Ω, the POET is more efficient than many high-end planar magnetic headphones. While they can reach sufficient volume levels with a phone or laptop, using a dedicated DAC or amplifier will help you get the most out of the driver's dynamic range and detail.
AMTS (Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System) is integrated into the ear cup structure to manage high-frequency reflections. This results in a smoother, more refined treble response that avoids the harshness sometimes found in other planar magnetic designs.
Yes, the POET is designed for long-term ownership. The ear pads use a magnetic attachment system for easy swapping, and the headphones feature standard dual 3.5 mm TS jacks, making it simple to replace or upgrade the cable.
The headphones feature a lightweight magnesium chassis and ergonomic weight distribution, which helps mitigate fatigue during extended use. The plush, detachable ear pads are designed to provide a secure yet comfortable seal for most head shapes.
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