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Description
POET
Audible emotion.
POET is a compact planar-magnetic open-back headphone that excels on all fronts. Lush, airy vocals and precise bass impact for a balanced low-end; its natural tonality delicately enhanced by subtle hints of sparkle.
Experience a state-of-the-art design that envelops you in comfort, complete with detachable magnetic ear pads and premium hand-braided copper cable.
"From the very beginning of our POET journey, we knew we wanted to create something unique — a more compact planar-magnetic open-back headphone that is every bit as capable as our flagship models. Well then, what better place to look than at the very apex? In collaboration with our friends at RINARO ISODYNAMICS, we synthesized the essence of ELITE’s driver technology and gave it new life. I believe POET turned out to be more than just a headphone; it’s a nod to a huge stepping stone in our development as a team and a testament to how far we’ve come.”
Alex Grigoras
Acoustic Engineer, Meze Audio
A JOURNEY THROUGH INNER WORLDS
At its core, life is a journey of constant transformation. We navigate its peaks and valleys, either looking for purpose or being driven by it. Some events may seem perplexing, noisy. However, there are those that possess an unexplainable, ethereal quality that makes you feel complete. Like a dream. Like poetry.
MUSIC SANCTUARY
POET caresses your audio palate with lush, airy vocals and precise bass impact for a balanced low-end. Its natural tonality is delicately enhanced by subtle hints of sparkle, adding a lively character. Excellent detail retrieval and separation bring your music to life, making POET a harmonious blend of technical finesse and emotive expression.
STATE-OF-THE-ART DESIGN IN A COMPACT FRAME
POET is a symbol of our dedication to crafting and refining headphones to perfection. It features a blend of high-performance materials that elevates both form and function and includes the top-of-the-line diaphragm technology used in ELITE. The result: a compact planar-magnetic open-back headphone that excels on all fronts.
HIGH-QUALITY MATERIALS, ENVELOPING COMFORT
The intricate patterns featured in the steel grille were carefully selected to elevate the fine audio tuning that we were aiming for. Combined with the magnesium chassis, POET is visually striking and highly durable. The soft suede leather headrest and flexible titanium alloy headband promote exceptional ergonomics, distributing weight evenly for a snug fit that envelops you in comfort, making every listening session a delight.
MAGNETIC EAR PADS
To make your serviceability and pad-swapping experience as easy and accessible as it can be, we’ve integrated the magnetic ear pad system from our 2nd Generation LIRIC into POET as well.
PREMIUM CABLE INCLUDED
A luxurious pair of high-end open-back headphones is never complete without the right cable. That’s why our premium hand-braided copper cable is included with your POET headphones, featuring a 6.3 mm termination to ensure the widest compatibility with desktop setups.
AWARD-WINNING TECHNOLOGY
OVER THIRTY YEARS OF AUDIO INNOVATION
RINARO ISODYNAMICS has been at the forefront of planar magnetic technology for over 30 years. With a state-of-the-art R&D and manufacturing facility in Ukraine, RINARO developed the Isodynamic® Hybrid Array technology, featured in the EMPYREAN, ELITE, LIRIC, and POET headphones.
POET features the RINARO MZ6 Isodynamic® Hybrid Array driver—a synthesis of the MZ4 and the MZ3SE drivers featured in the award-winning LIRIC and ELITE headphones. This new design aims to deliver a compact yet high-performance experience akin to the ELITE series. Each MZ6 driver is meticulously hand-assembled and tested at RINARO’s industrial facility in Ukraine, ensuring exceptional quality and precision.
[MZ6] CASING
Reinforced polymer housing designed to withstand the demanding 10,7 N load generated by the Hybrid Magnet Array.
[MZ6] ISOPLANAR DIAPHRAGM
A biaxially oriented, semi-crystalline polymer film with a remarkably low weight of 0.06 g and an expansive active area of 3507 square millimetres.
[MZ6] HYBRID MAGNET ARRAY
Symmetrically placed on either side of the diaphragm, our neodymium magnets are arranged into a Hybrid Array to create a 0.3 Tesla Isodynamic magnetic field required for a uniform activation across the whole diaphragm surface.
MZ6 ISODYNAMIC HYBRID ARRAY DRIVER
Created by RINARO exclusively for Meze Audio, the MZ6 driver is a celebration of more than 8 years of extensive R&D. It is one of the most advanced and lightweight full-size planar magnetic drivers available to date.
ULTRA LOW DISTORTION
Total harmonic distortion (THD) measures under 0.05% in the whole frequency range.
LIGHTWEIGHT
73 g (2.5 oz.) total driver weight designed to create a headphone that offers comfortable prolonged listening sessions in a compact form factor.
ULTRA HIGH-RESOLUTION AUDIO
Upper frequency limit of audio reproduction is 96 kHz.
SCALED FLAGSHIP ISODYNAMIC HYBRID ARRAY TECHNOLOGY
One of the most sophisticated and advanced planar magnetic technologies in the world has been scaled down for a compact form factor.
Patented in US, EU, China and other countries.
ADVANTAGES OF A DUAL-DRIVEN VOICE COIL SYSTEM
The Isodynamic® Hybrid Array optimizes sound intensity distribution, particularly at frequencies above 10 kHz, leading to significantly enhanced spatial imaging and precise localization within the reproduced sound field imaging and localization, by decreasing the impact of short-wave time delays caused by diffused field reflections.
SWITCHBACK COIL
Positioned in the upper section of the driver, the switchback coil is optimized for the efficient reproduction of lower frequencies, delivering a robust bass response.
SPIRAL COIL
The spiral coil, placed directly over the ear canal, excels at reproducing mid-to-high frequencies. This positioning enables direct transmission of sound waves into the ear, minimizing time delays and enhancing clarity.
Metamaterial
Our implementation of the Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS) technology relies on a precision-crafted metal component that strategically covers select openings in the driver frame, to effectively attenuate high-frequency peaks for a less fatiguing listening experience. POET includes AMTS technology licensed from Dan Clark Audio.
DESIGNED FOR LIFE
Originating from a sense of responsibility towards the environment and a desire to enhance your experience for as long as possible, we’ve designed the POET to be fully serviceable: from the replaceable earpads to the high-performance materials used, every part of the headphone chassis can be easily disassembled and serviced.
ACCESSORIES IN THE BOX
- 1.3 m braided Furukawa PCUHD copper cable with 6.3 mm jack
- PU Leather cable pouch
- High-strength ABS plastic case with foam inserts and leather handle
- Two-year warranty
SPECIFICATIONS
OVERVIEW
Driver Type
Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array® MZ6
Operating Principle
Open
Ear Coupling
Circumaural
Frequency Response
4 Hz - 96 kHz
Impedance
55 Ω
Nominal SPL
101 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz
Maximum SPL
> 130 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<0.05%
Weight
350 g (12.3 oz.) (without ear pads)
Input Connector
Dual 3.5 mm TS Jack
MZ6 DRIVER
Geometrical Shape
Ovoid
Size
92 mm x 63 mm
Driver Weight
73 g (2.5 oz)
Casing
Fibreglass reinforced polymer
Diaphragm Type
Rinaro Parus® [MZ6]
Active Area
3507 mm2
Diaphragm Weight
0.06 g
Acoustic Mass
6.5 kg/m4
Lower Frequency Limit
4 Hz
Upper-Frequency Limit
96,000 Hz
For hygienic reasons, there are no returns on headphones once opened.
All in-stock headphones are available for personal demonstration in-store. We encourage you to try before buying to ensure satisfactory sound, fit, and functionality.
If an item is defective upon receipt, please notify us within 30 days of purchase so we can arrange an exchange. For issues following 30 days, we will work with you and the manufacturer within the scope of each brand’s warranty and service policies.
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