The Romanian luxury audio brand has just announced its latest audiophile headphones, the Meze Audio 109 Pro Primal. Meze has an enviable reputation for making headphones that sound as good as they sound. According to a press release issued today announcing the new 109 Pro Primal, Meze's latest model combines "craftsmanship" with superior sound.
The 109 Pro Primal is a special edition of the award-winning Meze 109 Pro headphones and the latest addition to the company's exclusive Meze Audio Art Gallery range. The 109 Pro Primal headphones are handcrafted by experienced woodworking craftsmen. The art of woodworking combines the latest in acoustic technology, durable design and timeless looks.
“As residents of Maramures, our philosophy of life is closely linked to the ancient forests that surround us, and from a young age we are taught to appreciate and respect this craft,” says the company's founder and chief designer, Antonio Mezza. Basically, we took this deep-rooted skill and translated it into a new way of thinking about helmet design. »
The 109 Pro Primal feature walnut headphone frames that have been drilled with grooves, then meticulously sanded to an incredibly smooth finish and coated with a layer of linseed oil. The oil gives the wood a natural, matte texture that highlights the natural grain of the wood and highlights its natural color.
All Meze headphone models are manufactured according to the Graba strică treaba principle. This Roman expression can be translated into English as “Haste ruins business.” The philosophy emphasizes the importance of taking the time to develop the product and ensuring that the result is something to be proud of.
This new addition to the Meze Audio range is built to last. The headphones are designed so that they can be disassembled and repaired at any time if necessary. This approach allows you to extend the life of your headphones almost indefinitely. From the cable to the earphones, the user can easily replace and upgrade everything.
The Primal 109 Pro uses the same dynamic drivers as the original 109 Pro, which I tested a year ago and are considered the best headphones I've ever tested. You can read my comment here. Audio experts also named the 109 Pro the best headphones of 2023-2024 at the EISA World Awards.
Price and Availability: The Meze Audio 109 Pro Primal headphones are available for pre-order at mezeaudio.com, mezeaudio.eu and select retailers. Price: $999 / £899 / €999.
More information: mezeaudio.com
Technical characteristics:
- Driver diameter: 50mm
- Frequency range: 5 – 30,000 Hz.
- Sensitivity: 112 dB SPL at 1 kHz 1 mW
- Resistance: 40 ohms.
- Weight: 375 grams (without cable).
- Headphone shells: black walnut.
- Accessories: 1.5 and 3m TPE cable with 3.5mm black tips, 6.35mm adapter.
