Meze Audio Empyrean II Open Back Headphones
Meze Audio Empyrean II Open Back Headphones
ARTISTRY MEETS CRAFTSMANSHIP
Following our purposeful design philosophy, Empyrean II emerges as a symphony of artistry, sound innovation and craftsmanship.
ALEX GRIGORAS, Acoustic Engineer
Vladimir Brezovszki, Product Designer
IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS
PATIENCE IS KEY
GOOD THINGS TAKE TIME
We believe that good things take time, so we spent months trying and testing out different tuning techniques, until we finally had it. Our goal was to enhance the headphones’ ability to reproduce fine details and achieve a more neutral sound signature, all the while preserving the original “easy to listen to” character.
MEZE AUDIO X RINARO ISODYNAMICS
A BEAUTIFUL FRIENDSHIP
OVER THIRTY YEARS OF AUDIO INNOVATION
Rinaro Isodynamics was founded in Ukraine during the Cold War to research acoustic technology and has been innovating in planar magnetics for over 30 years. They expanded with new R&D and manufacturing facilities in Ukraine and Poland, which were instrumental in developing Isodynamic Hybrid Array technology used in Empyrean, Elite and Liric headphones.
SONIC MASTERY REIMAGINED
Empyrean II emerges as the fruitful collaboration of two passionate companies that set out to explore uncharted territories. Our engineering team has masterfully harnessed the power of Rinaro’s Isodynamic Hybrid Array Driver to reach a new world of sound. Our efforts revealed new possibilities in terms of resolution and detail retrieval, achieving a cleaner and more accurate representation of sound, when compared to the original Empyrean.
ISODYNAMIC is a registered trademark of Rinaro Isodynamics Limited
EXPERIENCE MORE OF WHAT YOU LOVE. MORE CLARITY. MORE DEPTH. MORE FUN.
Our goal was to enhance the headphones’ ability to reproduce fine details and achieve a more neutral sound signature, all the while preserving the original “easy to listen to” character.
ARCHITECTURE OF THE ISODYNAMIC HYBRID ARRAY DRIVER©
ACCURATE REPRODUCTION
Total harmonic distortion (THD) measures under 0.05% throughout the audible frequency range.
LIGHTWEIGHT
Reduced driver weight designed to create a headphone that offers prolonged listening sessions.
ERGONOMIC SHAPE
Anatomically designed driver structure.
ULTRA-HIGH-RESOLUTION AUDIO
Upper-frequency limit of audio reproduction is 110,000 Hz.
[MZ3] HYBRID MAGNET ARRAY
Symmetrically placed on each side of the diaphragm, the neodymium magnets are specifically arranged into a Hybrid Array to create the efficient Isodynamic magnetic field required for a uniform activation across the whole diaphragm surface.
RINARO ISOPLANAR® DIAPHRAGM
Weighing only 0.16 g while having 4650 mm2 of active area.
[MZ3] FRAME
Fiberglass-infused ABS.
DUAL-SHAPED VOICE COIL ARRAY
The switchback coil of the diaphragm is more efficient at reproducing lower frequencies and is positioned in the upper part of the driver.
The spiral coil of the diaphragm is more efficient at reproducing middle-high frequencies and is positioned directly over the ear canal enabling more direct sound waves to enter the ear without any time delays
ISOMAGNETIC® EAR CUP TO EAR PAD COUPLING TECHNOLOGY
Rinaro’s Isomagnetic®coupling technology makes switching earpads a breeze. It utilizes the demagnetizing field generated by the driver to secure the earcup in place, while simultaneously redirecting the magnetic field back into the driver, thereby enhancing efficiency.
YOUR SOUND. YOUR CHOICE.
Elevate your listening experience to new heights – Empyrean II comes with two sets of ear pads included, allowing the ultimate sound customisation. Switch between our Duo and Angled ear pads for an auditory journey that is entirely your own.
DUO EAR PADS
Our Duo ear pads are specifically tailored to match Empyrean II. Crafted from a precise blend of premium leather and Alcantara®, they introduce a contemporary dimension to the signature sound profile of Empyrean II.
We researched and tested various material ratios to achieve the best there is to offer. The outcome is a flawless fusion: well-sustained bass frequencies owed to the leather, with beautiful refinement and spatiality from Alcantara®
ANGLED ALCANTARA EAR PADS
Made of soft foam coated with Alcantara®, with a fine protective mesh on the grill, the Angled ear pads excel at rendering intricate details and nuances in your recordings. The angled shape creates more space inside the ear pad, which translates to an airier sound signature, with cleaner bass and improved presence in the mid-range frequency, when paired with Empyrean II. The result is a detailed and accurate listening experience, for the classic audiophile.
UNBOUND COMFORT
With Empyrean II, your music takes center stage. Following our highest standard for comfort, with a purpose-built structure that minimizes weight and pressure, this headphone instantly adapts to the shape of your head. This synergy of ergonomics and premium materials guarantees more than just exceptional sound – it allows you to enjoy uninterrupted hours of music with increased comfort.
Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Driver Type | Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array Driver |
| Operating Principle | Open |
| Ear Coupling | Circumaural |
| Frequency Response | 8 – 110,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB SPL @ 1 V, 1 kHz |
| Maximum SPL | >130 dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <%0.5 (in the whole frequency range) |
| Weight | 385 g (without earpads) |
MZ3 DRIVER SPECIFICATIONS
| PHYSICAL | |
|---|---|
| Geometrical Shape | Ovoid |
| Size | 102 mm x 73 mm |
| Weight | 82 g |
| Casing | Fiberglass infused ABS |
DIAPHRAGM
| Type | Rinaro Isoplanar® [MZ3] |
| Active Area | 4650 mm2 |
| Weight | 0.16 g |
| Acoustic Mass | 10.7 kg/m4 |
| Lower Frequency Limit | 8 Hz |
| Upper Frequency Limit | 110,000 Hz |
MAGNET
| Array Type | Isodynamic |
| Size | 75 mm x 49 mm |
| Magnetic Flux | 0.35 T |
What's In The Box?
| ACCESSORIES | |
|---|---|
| Case | High-strength ABS plastic suitcase with foam inserts and leather handle |
| Earpads Included | Two sets: Duo Earpads + Angled Alcantara |
| Cable Type | Premium Silver-plated or Copper PCUHD |
| Connector Type | 2.5 mm, 3.5 mm (1/8 in), 4.4 mm, 6.3 mm (1/4 in), 4 pin XLR |
Description
Description
Meze Audio Empyrean II Open Back Headphones
ARTISTRY MEETS CRAFTSMANSHIP
Following our purposeful design philosophy, Empyrean II emerges as a symphony of artistry, sound innovation and craftsmanship.
ALEX GRIGORAS, Acoustic Engineer
Vladimir Brezovszki, Product Designer
IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS
PATIENCE IS KEY
GOOD THINGS TAKE TIME
We believe that good things take time, so we spent months trying and testing out different tuning techniques, until we finally had it. Our goal was to enhance the headphones’ ability to reproduce fine details and achieve a more neutral sound signature, all the while preserving the original “easy to listen to” character.
MEZE AUDIO X RINARO ISODYNAMICS
A BEAUTIFUL FRIENDSHIP
OVER THIRTY YEARS OF AUDIO INNOVATION
Rinaro Isodynamics was founded in Ukraine during the Cold War to research acoustic technology and has been innovating in planar magnetics for over 30 years. They expanded with new R&D and manufacturing facilities in Ukraine and Poland, which were instrumental in developing Isodynamic Hybrid Array technology used in Empyrean, Elite and Liric headphones.
SONIC MASTERY REIMAGINED
Empyrean II emerges as the fruitful collaboration of two passionate companies that set out to explore uncharted territories. Our engineering team has masterfully harnessed the power of Rinaro’s Isodynamic Hybrid Array Driver to reach a new world of sound. Our efforts revealed new possibilities in terms of resolution and detail retrieval, achieving a cleaner and more accurate representation of sound, when compared to the original Empyrean.
ISODYNAMIC is a registered trademark of Rinaro Isodynamics Limited
EXPERIENCE MORE OF WHAT YOU LOVE. MORE CLARITY. MORE DEPTH. MORE FUN.
Our goal was to enhance the headphones’ ability to reproduce fine details and achieve a more neutral sound signature, all the while preserving the original “easy to listen to” character.
ARCHITECTURE OF THE ISODYNAMIC HYBRID ARRAY DRIVER©
ACCURATE REPRODUCTION
Total harmonic distortion (THD) measures under 0.05% throughout the audible frequency range.
LIGHTWEIGHT
Reduced driver weight designed to create a headphone that offers prolonged listening sessions.
ERGONOMIC SHAPE
Anatomically designed driver structure.
ULTRA-HIGH-RESOLUTION AUDIO
Upper-frequency limit of audio reproduction is 110,000 Hz.
[MZ3] HYBRID MAGNET ARRAY
Symmetrically placed on each side of the diaphragm, the neodymium magnets are specifically arranged into a Hybrid Array to create the efficient Isodynamic magnetic field required for a uniform activation across the whole diaphragm surface.
RINARO ISOPLANAR® DIAPHRAGM
Weighing only 0.16 g while having 4650 mm2 of active area.
[MZ3] FRAME
Fiberglass-infused ABS.
DUAL-SHAPED VOICE COIL ARRAY
The switchback coil of the diaphragm is more efficient at reproducing lower frequencies and is positioned in the upper part of the driver.
The spiral coil of the diaphragm is more efficient at reproducing middle-high frequencies and is positioned directly over the ear canal enabling more direct sound waves to enter the ear without any time delays
ISOMAGNETIC® EAR CUP TO EAR PAD COUPLING TECHNOLOGY
Rinaro’s Isomagnetic®coupling technology makes switching earpads a breeze. It utilizes the demagnetizing field generated by the driver to secure the earcup in place, while simultaneously redirecting the magnetic field back into the driver, thereby enhancing efficiency.
YOUR SOUND. YOUR CHOICE.
Elevate your listening experience to new heights – Empyrean II comes with two sets of ear pads included, allowing the ultimate sound customisation. Switch between our Duo and Angled ear pads for an auditory journey that is entirely your own.
DUO EAR PADS
Our Duo ear pads are specifically tailored to match Empyrean II. Crafted from a precise blend of premium leather and Alcantara®, they introduce a contemporary dimension to the signature sound profile of Empyrean II.
We researched and tested various material ratios to achieve the best there is to offer. The outcome is a flawless fusion: well-sustained bass frequencies owed to the leather, with beautiful refinement and spatiality from Alcantara®
ANGLED ALCANTARA EAR PADS
Made of soft foam coated with Alcantara®, with a fine protective mesh on the grill, the Angled ear pads excel at rendering intricate details and nuances in your recordings. The angled shape creates more space inside the ear pad, which translates to an airier sound signature, with cleaner bass and improved presence in the mid-range frequency, when paired with Empyrean II. The result is a detailed and accurate listening experience, for the classic audiophile.
UNBOUND COMFORT
With Empyrean II, your music takes center stage. Following our highest standard for comfort, with a purpose-built structure that minimizes weight and pressure, this headphone instantly adapts to the shape of your head. This synergy of ergonomics and premium materials guarantees more than just exceptional sound – it allows you to enjoy uninterrupted hours of music with increased comfort.
Specifications
Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Driver Type | Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array Driver |
| Operating Principle | Open |
| Ear Coupling | Circumaural |
| Frequency Response | 8 – 110,000 Hz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB SPL @ 1 V, 1 kHz |
| Maximum SPL | >130 dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <%0.5 (in the whole frequency range) |
| Weight | 385 g (without earpads) |
MZ3 DRIVER SPECIFICATIONS
| PHYSICAL | |
|---|---|
| Geometrical Shape | Ovoid |
| Size | 102 mm x 73 mm |
| Weight | 82 g |
| Casing | Fiberglass infused ABS |
DIAPHRAGM
| Type | Rinaro Isoplanar® [MZ3] |
| Active Area | 4650 mm2 |
| Weight | 0.16 g |
| Acoustic Mass | 10.7 kg/m4 |
| Lower Frequency Limit | 8 Hz |
| Upper Frequency Limit | 110,000 Hz |
MAGNET
| Array Type | Isodynamic |
| Size | 75 mm x 49 mm |
| Magnetic Flux | 0.35 T |
What's In The Box?
| ACCESSORIES | |
|---|---|
| Case | High-strength ABS plastic suitcase with foam inserts and leather handle |
| Earpads Included | Two sets: Duo Earpads + Angled Alcantara |
| Cable Type | Premium Silver-plated or Copper PCUHD |
| Connector Type | 2.5 mm, 3.5 mm (1/8 in), 4.4 mm, 6.3 mm (1/4 in), 4 pin XLR |
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