109 Pro Slušalice by Meze Audio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 Platinska nagrada A' Design Award in Dizajn Audio i Zvučne Opreme Competition Category.

PlatinaAudio Proizvodi· 2023

109 Pro Slušalice

by Meze Audio

Client: Meze Audio

Platinska nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Audio Proizvodi Category

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The Design

About 109 Pro Slušalice

109 Pro su slušalice otvorenog tipa napravljene za slušanje muzike. Ovaj dizajn je prvi dinamički model otvorenog tipa kompanije Meze Audio. Dinamički drajver od 50 mm smješten je u kućištu koje kombinuje orahovo drvo, cink, čelik, vegansku kožu i velur, a svaki primjerak se sklapa ručno. Samopodešavajući obruč ravnomjerno raspoređuje težinu na različite oblike i veličine glave. Velur jastučići okružuju uši i ostaju mekani i prozračni tokom dugih sesija slušanja. Slušalice se mogu rastaviti i servisirati, što produžava njihov vijek trajanja.

The Recognition

About the Platinska nagrada A' Design Award

109 Pro Slušalice je pobjednik Platinske nagrade A' Design Award, iznimno prestižnog priznanja koje se dodjeljuje zaista izuzetnim, elegantnim i veličanstvenim dizajnima. Platinski pobjednici čuda su stvaranja, svjedočanstva granica intelektualne kreativnosti i pokazuju neprevaziđen profesionalizam i genij svojih dizajnera. Očekuje se da ovi dizajni budu najpoznatiji radovi koji određuju estetiku jedne ere, doprinose dobrobiti društva i pomjeraju granice umjetnosti, nauke, dizajna i tehnologije. 109 Pro Slušalice pokazuje uzvišen nivo izvrsnosti i nesumnjivo čini svijet boljim mjestom svojim korisnim i vrijednim karakteristikama. 109 Pro Slušalice je rad koji je osvojio Platinsku nagradu A' Design Award i koji budi želje, inspirira, oduševljava i pali veliku radost.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The first dynamic open-back headphone from Meze Audio, 109 Pro goes beyond the faithful reproduction of sound to deliver pure emotion. An artistic take on functionality, the chassis combines premium materials in a comfortable, lightweight, yet highly durable design.
Dimensions & Packaging: 100 mm Width x 90 mm Depth x 210 mm Height
Tags: headphones, audio, woodwork, industrial design, modern design, avant-garde
Production Technology: In a world of fast paced technology, the 109 Pro bets on proven fundamentals. With a 50mm dynamic driver and a structure that combines walnut wood, zinc, steel, vegan leather and velour, the headphone is assembled by hand with ultimate precision and attention to detail. Crafted with utmost care for sustainability, the 109 Pro can be taken apart and serviced endlessly if ever needed, which can extend the life of the product beyond limit.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge was to deliver the same level of workmanship found in our top of the line products, to create an aesthetically pleasing structure and a sound to match all listening preferences and setups, and still be able to keep the cost of the product low.
Research: The 109 PRO was created with one purpose - to create joy, to allow the listener to get lost in sound without any distractions. In order to meet the acoustic goals set for the 109 Pro, we focused our R&D efforts on materials research, looking to build a structure that would maximize the sonic abilities of the headphone. Over a time span of 3 years, various prototypes were tweaked and tuned, until arriving to an ideal form that would be as beautiful looking as it is comfortable.
Inspiration: Meze Audio was born out of pure passion for extraordinary sound, timeless aesthetics and good craftsmanship. To this day, the philosophy remains unchanged. Through an integral approach, without cutting short on quality, build or performance, Meze Audio aims to blur the barriers between headphone design and artistry, and create inspiring, meaningful experiences. The 109 Pro is the expression of all of these values.
Project Duration: The project started in 2019 and was finalized in May 2022. After a series of teasing events, the product is set to be officially launched in September 2022.
Operation Flow: The 109 Pro is all about comfort. Once placed on your head, the headphones have to become unnoticeable, leaving you with nothing but the music. The self-adjusting headband spreads the weight out to deliver even pressure for any head shape and size. Velour cushions comfortably surround the ears, providing the optimal seal to create an emotionally engaging sound. As velour is far softer and more breathable than leather, it also prevents sweat and overheating during lengthy listening sessions.
Team Members: Antonio Meze, Paul Stet, Remus Feldman
Image Credits: Meze Audio