Meze Audio 109 PRO Headphones

Meze's First Dynamic Open-Back Headphone

The Meze Audio 109 PRO is the company's first dynamic open-back headphone, built to deliver an emotionally engaging sound rather than simply the most technically faithful reproduction possible on paper alone.

A new 50mm dynamic driver anchors the 109 PRO, assembled and tuned with meaningful precision to push genuine improvements in speed, accuracy, and dynamic range over a standard dynamic design.

At 40 ohms impedance, the 109 PRO is genuinely easy to drive from most sources, though its open-back design still genuinely rewards a proper listening room over a noisy daily commute.

Where the Dual-Composite Diaphragm Earns Its Keep

A W-Shaped Dome Balancing Mass and Stiffness

Meze's engineers combined a Beryllium-coated polymer torus with a cellulose-carbon fiber composite W-shaped dome, chasing the perfect balance between mass and stiffness for a genuinely fast, accurate response across the entire frequency range.

A copper-zinc alloy stabilizer ring absorbs unwanted vibrations, meaningfully reducing the distortion that a lesser dynamic driver would otherwise let through into the final sound signature you actually end up hearing.

Walnut Wood and Vegan Leather, Built for Comfort

Sustainably harvested walnut wood, zinc, manganese steel, and vegan leather come together in a lightweight yet durable structure, with velour cushions that stay breathable through genuinely long listening sessions at a desk.

A self-adjusting headband spreads pressure evenly for any head shape, and like every Meze headphone, the 109 PRO can be disassembled and serviced rather than discarded when parts eventually wear.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Stereophile's Herb Reichert, awarding it Recommended Component status, found the 109 PRO "exhibited a perfect right-brain/left-brain balance; beautiful sound and musical insight were celebrated equally."

Headfonia's Berkhan called it "life-like, vibrant, musical, resolving and dynamic," while soundnews.net handed it a Gold Award for what it called "such a massive performance gain."

Who Is the 109 PRO Best For?

• You want an emotionally engaging sound over clinical neutrality: reviewers consistently describe this tuning as vivid and musical rather than analytical
• You enjoy vocal-forward music: reviewers specifically praise the 109 PRO for anything vocalist-centered
• You want genuine value at this performance tier: soundnews.net called it a massive gain over Meze's own closed-back siblings
• You value long-term serviceability: every part, down to the driver itself, is designed to be repaired rather than replaced
• You want Meze's dynamic-driver house sound — the 109 PRO is built around it

How Does It Connect to Your System?

At 40 ohms impedance, the 109 PRO produces sound easily from a phone or laptop, though a dedicated headphone amplifier still opens up more of the dynamics reviewers consistently praise.

The included cable and connector setup covers standard headphone amplifiers and desktop DACs alike, so you're ready to listen right out of the box without extra purchases.

Pairs Well With

What finishes the system around a 109 PRO:

• Headphone amplifiers — unlocks noticeably more dynamics and control than a phone or laptop alone
• Digital-to-analog converters — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself
• Headphone cables — an aftermarket cable is a simple way to tailor the connection to your setup
• Headphone stands — a proper resting spot between listening sessions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a headphone amplifier for the 109 PRO?

Not strictly. At 40 ohms, it's genuinely easy to drive from a phone or laptop, though reviewers consistently note it improves further with a dedicated amplifier.

Is this a planar magnetic headphone like the Empyrean?

It isn't. The 109 PRO uses a dynamic driver, Meze's first in an open-back design, tuned for a warmer, more emotionally engaging character than a typical dynamic driver.

What does open-back mean for everyday use?

Sound leaks freely in both directions — people nearby hear your music, and outside noise comes in. Reserve these for quiet home listening, not a commute.

Is the 109 PRO serviceable long-term?

Yes. Meze designs the 109 PRO to be taken apart and serviced repeatedly, extending its usable life well beyond what a sealed, disposable headphone allows.

What kind of music suits the 109 PRO best?

Reviewers consistently praise it for vocal-forward and full-bodied music, with a musical, engaging character that rewards long, relaxed listening sessions over clinical analysis.

See It in Action

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