Romanian audio specialist Meze Audio aims to carve a niche in the world of high-end headphones with its latest release, the 109 Primal Pro.
The newest addition to the exclusive Meze Audio Art Gallery collection, these new wired HiFi headphones promise more than just auditory delight; they stand as testament to the brand’s oft celebrated craftsmanship.
The 109 Primal Pro’s walnut earcup frames are meticulously handcrafted, carved groove by groove, and tenderly sanded to perfection. The pièce de résistance is a delicate coat of linseed oil, which not only enhances the wood’s natural matte texture but also highlights its distinctive wood grain.
The 109 Primal Pro’s walnut earcup frames are meticulously handcrafted, carved groove by groove, and tenderly sanded to perfection…
Meze Audio hails from Baia Mare, Romania, a place where a deep-rooted appreciation for wood craftsmanship blends seamlessly with cutting-edge audio technology.
Antonio Meze, the company’s founder and lead designer, explains: “As locals of Maramures, our philosophy of life is intertwined with the ancient forests that surround us, and we are taught to appreciate and respect this craft from the youngest age. With Primal, we took up this deep-rooted skill and shaped it into a new perspective on headphone design.”
The appeal of the 109 Primal Hi-Fi headphones doesn’t stop at craftsmanship. These headphones are designed to be disassembled and serviced indefinitely, extending their lifespan far beyond the ordinary.
Every element, from cables to ear cups, can be replaced and upgraded.
Needless to say, the 109 Primal Pro should also appeal to music lovers. The cans feature the same cutting-edge technology that earned their predecessor, the 109 Pro, the title of ‘Best Headphones 2023-2024’ by the global EISA Awards.
Time to dust down The Carpenters playlist?
The Meze Audio 109 Primal Pro headphones are available for pre-order online and at select stockists now, with a retail price of £899 ($999 / €999).
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Romanian audio specialist Meze Audio aims to carve a niche in the world of high-end headphones with its latest release, the 109 Primal Pro.
The newest addition to the exclusive Meze Audio Art Gallery collection, these new wired HiFi headphones promise more than just auditory delight; they stand as testament to the brand’s oft celebrated craftsmanship.
The 109 Primal Pro’s walnut earcup frames are meticulously handcrafted, carved groove by groove, and tenderly sanded to perfection. The pièce de résistance is a delicate coat of linseed oil, which not only enhances the wood’s natural matte texture but also highlights its distinctive wood grain.
Meze Audio hails from Baia Mare, Romania, a place where a deep-rooted appreciation for wood craftsmanship blends seamlessly with cutting-edge audio technology.
Antonio Meze, the company’s founder and lead designer, explains: “As locals of Maramures, our philosophy of life is intertwined with the ancient forests that surround us, and we are taught to appreciate and respect this craft from the youngest age. With Primal, we took up this deep-rooted skill and shaped it into a new perspective on headphone design.”
The appeal of the 109 Primal Hi-Fi headphones doesn’t stop at craftsmanship. These headphones are designed to be disassembled and serviced indefinitely, extending their lifespan far beyond the ordinary.
Every element, from cables to ear cups, can be replaced and upgraded.
Needless to say, the 109 Primal Pro should also appeal to music lovers. The cans feature the same cutting-edge technology that earned their predecessor, the 109 Pro, the title of ‘Best Headphones 2023-2024’ by the global EISA Awards.
Time to dust down The Carpenters playlist?
The Meze Audio 109 Primal Pro headphones are available for pre-order online and at select stockists now, with a retail price of £899 ($999 / €999).
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