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DESCRIPTION<\/h2>\n

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A TIMELESS STATEMENT OF HI-FI<\/h2>\n

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\u201cEmpyrean was born from passion, curiosity and innovation. As a business, we have allowed ourselves the freedom to experiment and take risks in search of the perfect sound. To generate something truly remarkable, one must dare to explore, and that\u2019s what we did with Empyrean. We pushed and refined industry\u2019 standards and achieved a true game changer for audiophiles.\u201d<\/p>\n

Antonio Meze, Lead designer and Founder Meze Audio<\/em><\/p>\n

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Empyrean is the product of two passionate companies coming together to explore what is possible beyond their individual capabilities. The result is a no-compromise headphone embodying Meze\u2019s daring aesthetic and user-centered design approach and Rinaro\u2019s experience in research and development within the field of planar magnetics.\"\"\"\"Rinaro, a progressive audio company, has at the heart of its technology an R&D team that has been at the forefront of planar magnetic development since the 1980\u2019s. What originally started as a state-funded initiative with a focus on innovation has now entered into a new chapter of audio progression with the opening of a cutting-edge industrial facility in Ukraine.<\/p>\n

ARCHITECTURE OF THE ISODYNAMIC\u00ae\u00a0HYBRID ARRAY DRIVER<\/p>\n

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FRAME<\/strong>
\nFiberglass infused ABS<\/p>\n

RINARO ISOPLANAR\u00ae\u00a0DIAPHRAGM<\/strong>
\nWeighing only 0.16 g while
\nhaving 4650 mm\u00b2 of active area.<\/p>\n

HYBRID MAGNET ARRAY<\/strong>
\nSymmetrically placed on each side of the diaphragm, our neodymium magnets are specifically arranged into a Hybrid Array to create efficient Isodynamic magnetic field required for a uniform activation across the whole diaphragm surface.<\/p>\n

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HYBRID ARRAY DRIVER ADVANTAGES<\/p>\n

Combines two independently shaped voice coils within the same diaphragm delivering more selective acoustic performance to the various areas within the structure of the ear.<\/p>\n

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ACCURATE REPRODUCTION<\/strong>
\nTotal harmonic distortion (THD) measures under 0.1% in the whole frequency range\u00a0LIGHTWEIGHT<\/strong>
\nReduced driver weight designed to create a headphone that offers prolonged listening sessionsERGONOMIC SHAPE<\/strong>
\nErgonomically shaped driver structure with an increased active areaULTRA-HIGH-RESOLUTION AUDIO<\/strong>
\nUpper-frequency limit of audio reproduction is 110,000 HzULTRA EFFICIENT<\/strong>
\n100db@1mw\/1kHz High performance without needing amplificationPATENT PENDING ISODYNAMIC HYBRID ARRAY DRIVER<\/strong>
\nWorld\u2019s first in planar magnetic headphones<\/p>\n

Over 30 years of research and development have led to the creation of the first Isodynamic Hybrid Array driver. Meze Audio have collaborated with Rinaro to create a new standard in planar magnetic audio, the resulting technology being one of the lightest and most advanced planar magnetic drivers on the market.<\/p>\n

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The Empyrean Driver combines individual switchback and spiral-shaped voice coils, their unique shapes allowing sound to be targeted with more accuracy around the natural form of the ear. This unique combination generates an increased exposure of direct sound wave frequencies over the 10kHz range and improves imaging and localization by decreasing the impact of shortwave time delays caused by diffused field reflections.<\/p>\n

AUDIBLE BENEFITS OF A DUAL DRIVEN SYSTEM<\/p>\n

One of the problems with conventional planar magnetic arrays is coming from reflected signals entering the ear canal with different time delays, thereby worsening the focus of 3D sound imaging.
\nCombining different voice coil configurations makes it possible to create a better sound intensity distribution across the sound wavefront at high frequencies when directed at the auricle and ear canal.<\/p>\n

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ISOPLANAR\u00ae\u00a0DIAPHRAGM MATERIAL<\/strong>
\nThe diaphragm is manufactured from a custom developed isotropic thermally stabilized polymer with a conductive layer. Through unique processing methods, an ultralight yet rigid diaphragm has been achieved.SWITCHBACK COIL<\/strong>
\nThe switchback coil is more efficient at reproducing lower frequencies and is positioned in the upper part of the driver.SPIRAL COIL<\/strong>
\nThe spiral coil 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.<\/p>\n

AN ERGONOMIC APPROACH LEADS TO A NEW WAY OF THINKING<\/p>\n

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Anatomically designed ovate earcups
\nAnthropometric earpad design<\/p>\n

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To create an audiophile headphone that is powerful yet light the driver needed to maximize power output while reducing weight as much as possible.<\/p>\n

Weight was minimized by optimizing a magnet structure around an ovoid shape that fits the ear more closely. Power output was increased through the use of a completely bespoke coil and magnet array design that optimized the active usable area of the driver within its ovoid shape.<\/p>\n

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ISOMAGNETIC\u00ae\u00a0EARCUP TO EARPAD COUPLING TECHNOLOGY<\/p>\n

An innovative feature is the Isomagnetic\u00ae\u00a0ear cup attachment which utilizes the demagnetizing field generated by the driver to hold the ear cup in place whilst also redirecting the magnetic field back into the driver and improving driver efficiency.<\/p>\n

\"\"Magnetic field shielding<\/p>\n

The ferromagnetic ear pads decrease the magnetic stray field affecting the listeners head.<\/p>\n

\"\"Increase in driver efficiency<\/p>\n

Patented ferromagnetic plates channel the magnetic field back into the driver, increasing output.<\/p>\n

\"\"Invisible locking system<\/p>\n

Innovative use of the magnetic field of the drivers to fix the earcups in place.<\/p>\n

STRAY FIELD REDUCTION FROM ISOMAGNETIC\u00ae PLATE COUPLING<\/p>\n

Patented ferromagnetic plates channel the demagnetizing field back into the driver increasing efficiency by 1db or 12% and deflect 95% of stray fields away from the head.<\/p>\n

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ISODYNAMIC DRIVER MANUFACTURED BY RINARO<\/p>\n

Each driver has been hand assembled and tested in an industrial facility in Ukraine.<\/p>\n

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DESIGN DETAILS<\/p>\n

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\u201cIn a world of minimalism, Empyrean is a tribute to sophistication and art nouveau. It\u2019s the courage to go against the stream.\u201d<\/p>\n

Paul \u0218te\u021b, Product Development<\/em><\/p>\n

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PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION WINGS<\/p>\n

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Patented suspension wings increase the leather headrest\u2019s contact surface area with your head and relieve uncomfortable pressure points.<\/p>\n

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LIGHTWEIGHT CARBON \/ ALUMINIUM SKELETON<\/p>\n

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CARBON FIBER HEADBAND<\/p>\n

LEATHER HEADREST<\/p>\n

SCULPTED ALUMINIUM SKELETON
\nCNC milling time: \u224820 hours.<\/p>\n

High precision CNC sculpted chassis,
\nmilled from a single piece of
\nsolid aluminum.Weight: \u2248 430 g<\/p>\n

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AIRFLOW CONTROL<\/p>\n

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CNC MILLED ALUMINUM GRILL
\nensures a natural sound transparency
\nand is a work of art in its own right.<\/p>\n

DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED
\nIN BAIA MARE, ROMANIA<\/p>\n

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For the audiophiles who want to hear how 30 years of progression sound like, Empyrean pairs the advances in audio reproduction with a headphone chassis that delivers extended hours of listening pleasure.<\/p>\n

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HAND ASSEMBLED<\/p>\n

We carefully hand assemble each headphone in our facilities in Baia Mare, Romania.<\/p>\n

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FULLY SERVICEABLE<\/p>\n

A core belief of Meze is to create products that last. The Empyrean is no different: from the replaceable earpads to the high-performance materials used, every part on the headphone chassis is available to be serviced and disassembled by our skilled team.<\/p>\n

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ACCESSORIES<\/p>\n

\u2022 Case: High-strength aluminum suitcase with foam inserts
\n\u2022 Two sets of earpads included: one real leather, one Alcantara
\n\u2022 Cable options:
\n\u2013 3m OFC cable, 4pin mini XLR plugs ending with 6.3 jack connector
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\n\u2013 1.3m OFC cable, 4pin mini XLR plugs ending with 3.5 jack connector
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\n\u2013 3m OFC cable, 4pin mini XLR plugs ending with 4 pin XLR connector<\/p>\n

*Vegan option available upon request.<\/em><\/p>\n

EMPYREAN TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Driver Type<\/p>\n

Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array<\/p>\n

Operating Principle<\/p>\n

Open<\/p>\n

Ear Coupling<\/p>\n

Circumaural<\/p>\n

Frequency Response<\/p>\n

4 \u2013 110,000 Hz<\/p>\n

Impedance<\/p>\n

31,6 \u03a9<\/p>\n

Nominal SPL<\/p>\n

100 dB (1 mW \/ 1 kHz)<\/p>\n

Maximum SPL<\/p>\n

> 130 dB<\/p>\n

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)<\/p>\n

< 0.1%<\/p>\n

Weight<\/p>\n

~ 430 g<\/p>\n

MZ3 DRIVER SPECIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 PHYSICAL \u2022<\/strong><\/p>\n

Geometrical Shape<\/p>\n

Ovoid<\/p>\n

Size<\/p>\n

102 mm x 73 mm<\/p>\n

Weight<\/p>\n

82 g<\/p>\n

Casing<\/p>\n

Fiberglass Infused ABS<\/p>\n

\u2022 DIAPHRAGM \u2022<\/strong><\/p>\n

Type<\/p>\n

Rinaro ISOPLANAR\u00ae<\/p>\n

Active Area<\/p>\n

4650 mm2<\/p>\n

Weight<\/p>\n

0.16 g<\/p>\n

Acoustic Mass<\/p>\n

10.7 kg\/m4<\/p>\n

Lower Frequency Limit<\/p>\n

4 Hz<\/p>\n

Upper-Frequency Limit<\/p>\n

110.000 Hz<\/p>\n

\u2022 MAGNET ARRAY \u2022<\/strong><\/p>\n

Type<\/p>\n

Isodynamic<\/p>\n

Size<\/p>\n

75 mm x 49 mm<\/p>\n

Magnetic Flux<\/p>\n

0.35 T<\/p>\n

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