Meze Poet Planar Headphones

Product Summary

The Meze POET is a premium open-back planar magnetic headphone designed for customers who want a high-end listening experience with a more compact, approachable and emotionally engaging presentation than many flagship designs. It sits in Meze’s upper-tier open-back range and uses technology derived from the company’s more expensive models, bringing serious performance into a slightly more accessible form.

What makes the POET especially appealing is the way it balances technical ability with musical enjoyment. Meze describes it as using the same top-of-the-line diaphragm technology found in the ELITE, with a sound centred on lush, airy vocals, precise bass impact and a natural tonality with a hint of sparkle. That makes it a strong option for customers who want real detail, separation and refinement without ending up with a presentation that feels cold or fatiguing.

Comfort and build quality are also a major part of the appeal. With its magnesium chassis, steel grille detailing and serviceable construction, the POET is designed to feel special and remain enjoyable over long sessions. For customers who want a premium open-back planar headphone with luxury finish, strong long-term ownership appeal and a more intimate route into Meze’s high-end sound, the POET is a very compelling choice.

Key Benefits

• Planar magnetic design helps deliver excellent speed, control and low-level detail
• Open-back construction creates a spacious, airy and more natural listening experience
• High-end diaphragm technology derived from Meze’s ELITE model brings more refinement and resolution
• Lush vocals, precise bass impact and a naturally balanced tonality make long listening sessions more enjoyable
• Compact high-performance design offers a more approachable route into serious high-end headphone listening
• Magnesium chassis and steel grille construction help combine durability with a premium feel
• Serviceable design supports longer-term ownership with replaceable parts
• Supplied Furukawa PCUHD copper cable is a strong match for dedicated desktop and hi-fi listening setups
• Protective hard case included for safer storage and transport
• 2 years manufacturers' warranty

Technical Specifications

Headphone Design

• Product Type: Open-back planar magnetic headphones
• Driver Type: Planar magnetic
• Design Focus: Compact high-performance open-back headphone
• Chassis Material: Magnesium
• Grille Material: Steel

Audio Performance

• Sound Character: Lush, airy vocals with precise bass impact and natural tonality
• Performance Traits: Excellent detail retrieval and separation
• Driver Technology: Top-of-the-line diaphragm technology also used in Meze ELITE

Build & Comfort

• Fit Style: Over-ear
• Construction: Serviceable design with replaceable parts
• Design Goal: Built for long listening sessions with premium materials and durable construction

Weight & Dimensions

• Weight: Not specified on the currently surfaced official product page

What’s in the Box

• Meze POET open-back planar magnetic headphones
• 2.5 m braided Furukawa PCUHD copper cable with 6.3 mm jack
• PU leather cable pouch
• High-strength ABS plastic suitcase with foam inserts