Description
The Meze Audio Empyrean II open-back audiophile headphones are a striking combination of sophisticated engineering, luxurious materials, extraordinary comfort, and breathtaking sound. Tech expert and audio enthusiast Dave Taylor takes a close look at these $2,999 headphones, built around 102 x 73mm planar magnetic Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array drivers with an ultra-light 0.16g Isoplanar diaphragm. They offer a remarkable 8Hz to 110kHz frequency range, 32-ohm impedance, 90dB sensitivity, and less than 0.05% total harmonic distortion.
But specifications only tell part of the story. Dave explores the Empyrean II design and build quality, discusses the included Duo and Angled Alcantara ear pads, and shares what these headphones actually sound like with a wide range of music. The dual 4-pin mini-XLR connections also allow interchangeable cables for both balanced and unbalanced headphone outputs, depending on your DAC, amplifier and chosen cable. At nearly $3,000, these are unapologetically high-end headphones, but the real question is simple: what does $3,000 sound like?
UPDATE: I neglected to mention that the Empyrean II includes the standard 6.3mm copper-plated cable in the box, so the add-on cables are options, not a required additional purchase.
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Amazon.com: https://amzn.to/4h8oh4L
Meze Audio : https://mezeaudio.com/pages/empyrean2
Visit Dave's Q&A Web site at: https://www.AskDaveTaylor.com/
0:00 Upgrading To High-End Audio
2:45 Analyzing Planar Magnetic Drivers
4:35 Enhancing Sound With Portable DACs
7:50 Evaluating Design And Build Quality
9:40 Auditioning Music For Sound Stage
12:20 Understanding The Professional Pedigree
14:00 Comparing Premium Cable Options
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