Meze Audio Empyrean 2 Headphones

Sale price$2,999.00

Cable Material: Copper PCUHD
Termination: 6.3 mm

Building on the legacy of the legendary original Empyrean, the Empyrean 2 advances Meze's partnership with Rinaro Acoustics to deliver a second-generation Isoplanar driver with refined tuning, improved materials, and an even more resolving and musical presentation.

Type & Technology

Over-ear, open-back, planar magnetic. Rinaro second-generation Isoplanar driver with a dual-section isodynamic hybrid array. The updated diaphragm and magnet structure of the Empyrean 2 deliver lower distortion and wider frequency extension than the original. Handcrafted in Romania.

Sound Character

Rich, expansive, and emotionally captivating. The Empyrean 2 carries forward the musical character that made the original Empyrean beloved, adding greater clarity, improved bass definition, and a more open, airy top end. The overall presentation is warm and engaging, with a soundstage that conveys space and depth with exceptional realism.

Build & Comfort

CNC-machined aluminum and zinc alloy chassis with premium leather earpads and Meze's self-adjusting headband. At 430g the Empyrean 2 wears well for extended sessions, with the weight distributed evenly across the top of the head.

Best For

Audiophiles who want a musically engaging flagship planar with world-class craftsmanship, and those who want to understand why the Empyrean became one of the most loved headphones of its generation.

What's in the Box

  • Meze Audio Empyrean 2 headphone
  • Copper PCUHD cable with 6.35mm jack
  • Premium hard shell carry case

Specifications

Specification Value
Style Over-ear, open-back
Transducer type Planar magnetic (Isoplanar Gen 2)
Driver Rinaro dual-section isodynamic hybrid array
Frequency response 4 Hz – 110 kHz
THD <0.05% @ 100 dB SPL
Sensitivity 100 dB SPL / 1mW
Impedance 31.6 ohms
Weight 430g (without cable)