POET

Meze Audio's flagship planar magnetic open-back headphone, featuring an ultra-thin isodynamic driver for a full-range frequency response from 4Hz to 96kHz. 55Ω impedance, 101dB sensitivity, and 350g weight position it as a serious reference transducer at €2,000. The Meze Audio Poet is a compact open-back planar magnetic headphone positioned between the Empyrean II and the Elite in the Meze lineup. It features a proprietary planar magnetic driver optimised for natural tonal balance, airy treble, and controlled low-frequency impact. The Poet ships with a premium hand-braided copper cable and uses a magnetic ear pad attachment system.

Technical background

Planar magnetic driver in walnut-accented open-back enclosure. Brings planar magnetic performance to a mid-tier price point with Meze's signature craft approach.

Design story

Poet is Meze's mid-tier planar magnetic headphone — delivering the speed and detail of planar technology in a handcrafted walnut-cup design. Bridging the gap between the 109 Pro and Empyrean II.

Best for

Audiophiles wanting flagship Meze planar performance with elegant, refined aesthetics; EISA 2025–26 award buyers at €2,000 Mid-tier audiophiles seeking planar performance with Meze aesthetics; upgraders from dynamic headphones Home high-resolution listening; acoustic music; studio reference

Awards & press

⭐ EISA Premium Headphones 2025–2026; T3 5/5 stars (2026); Headfonics 8.8/10 (2025) "A masterpiece of wired over-ear work." — Simon Lucas, T3 (2026)