{"product_id":"m-arta","title":"MEZE AUDIO ARTA Open-back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA new dimension of realism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eARTA delivers a rich, speaker-like presentation with lifelike detail – the most immersive sonic experience Meze Audio has ever created. The soundstage expands naturally beyond the boundaries of your ears, projecting music with an organic spaciousness reminiscent of an acoustically treated listening room. Bass has physical weight and instruments occupy real positions within a vivid three-dimensional stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA fundamentally different planar magnetic driver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe advanced High Impedance Isodynamic® Hybrid Array driver (MZ5 HΩ) from Rinaro Isodynamics is the highest-impedance planar magnetic headphone transducer available, delivering exceptional linearity, stability and signal purity. Its new low-mass Parus ARTA® membrane features a 2.5x longer and 2.8x thinner trace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e225 ohms of impedance for effortless control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConventional planar magnetic designs operate in a low-voltage, high-current mode. The high-impedance MZ5 HΩ instead works in a high-voltage, low-current mode, providing unprecedented electrical linearity. 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It works beautifully with both tube and solid-state amplifiers while remaining a transparent window into the signal chain, and is optimised for high-voltage sources and capable desktop DAC\/amp setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSynergy with cables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThanks to the high impedance, cable resistance contributes negligibly, preserving the intended sound character across different cable choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAngled acoustic blades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe open-back grille uses angled acoustic blades that preserve sound quality and protect the driver. The grille geometry works with the precision of the driver so the enclosure acoustics never constrain its performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorn in Romania\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcoustic tuning, mechanical design, quality control and assembly all take place at Meze Audio headquarters in Baia Mare, Romania, combining sonic expertise with meticulous build precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiving metal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eARTA's design blends futuristic bionic fluidity with Art Nouveau elegance, crafted from precision metals, carbon fibre and leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust your sound seamlessly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo ear pad options offer distinct sonic flavours:\u003cbr\u003e- Duo Angled – a blend of perforated lambskin leather and Alcantara®, precisely angled for a richer, more impactful presentation\u003cbr\u003e- Slim Alcantara – two types of Alcantara® with inner-chamber perforations, designed for neutrality and a smoother upper region\u003cbr\u003eNote: ARTA ear pads are not compatible with Elite and Empyrean series headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo high-quality cables included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo 2 m cables with silver-plated Linear Crystal Oxygen-Free Copper (LC-OFC) conductors in a dual-strand configuration with 161 conductors per strand, SoftFlex PVC insulation and CNC-anodised aluminium housings – one terminated with a 6.3 mm single-ended jack and one with a 4-pin XLR balanced connector. Optimised for low resistance and signal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavenly comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe design is optimised for a great fit on both larger and smaller heads, with additional headband padding for extended listening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for generations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll components – ear pads, headband, drivers and earcups – can be fully disassembled, serviced or replaced for longevity and sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe summit of artistic headphone creation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eARTA was born from asking the same question over and over: what is still standing between the listener and the music? 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