Advar Sluchátka by Meze Audio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 Zlatá cena A' Design Award in Audio produkty Competition Category.

ZlatoAudio produkty· 2023

Advar Sluchátka

by Meze Audio

Client: Meze Audio

Zlatá cena A' Design Award Winner in Audio produkty Category

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The Design

About Advar Sluchátka

Advar jsou sluchátka navržená pro detailní a věrnou reprodukci zvuku. Silueta je inspirována organickými tvary v přírodě a připomíná zaoblený povrch surového hematitu. Skořepina je vyrobena vstřikováním kovu s CNC dokončením a nese lesklé černé chromování s akcenty v barvě mosazi. Šasi každého sluchátka měří 20 x 20 x 18 milimetrů. Součástí balení je odnímatelný kabel a nástavce do uší ve čtyřech velikostech. Tvarovaná forma a kabelové háčky za ucho rovnoměrně rozkládají hmotnost pro dlouhé poslechové seance.

The Recognition

About the Zlatá cena A' Design Award

Advar Sluchátka je vítězem Zlaté ceny A' Design Award, nesmírně prestižního uznání udělovaného prvotřídním, úžasným a vynikajícím designům. Zlatí vítězové jsou mimořádně inovativní, vysoce vizionářské a oslnivě okouzlující výtvory, které odrážejí génia, moudrost a um svých designérů. Očekává se, že Advar Sluchátka bude vysoce oceňovaným, trendy udávajícím a monumentálním vynálezem, který přináší dosud nevídanou hodnotu. Tento design, který získal Zlatou cenu A' Design Award, je velkolepý, respektovaný projekt, který velmi prospívá a posouvá hranice umění, vědy, designu a technologií. Advar Sluchátka vyvolává silné pocity touhy, probouzí vášeň, podporuje kreativitu a fascinuje nás.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: With a silhouette inspired by organic shapes in nature, this earphone hides a powerful, detailed, lifelike sound behind a uniquely designed stainless steel chassis. A balance of form and function, Advar exudes an artisanal quality comparable to that of a jewelry piece.

The main purpose of this earphone was to create a powerful, emotional impact for the end user through its jewel like design and its easy to enjoy sound.
Dimensions & Packaging: 20 x 20 x 18 mm (each earphone chassis measured without cable)
Tags: in-ear monitor, headphones, audio, CNC, aluminum
Production Technology: Resembling the rounded surface of raw hematite, produced by metal injection molding with CNC finishing, the shell features a glossy black chrome plating on the main shell, blended with brass-colored accents on the cable connector, the nozzle, the depressed funnel surrounding the vent, and the Meze Audio logo.
Design Challenge: Advar had to offer a complete listening experience that goes beyond the faithful reproduction of sound. It had to bring joy and excitement to the listener through both visuals and sound. The challenge was to create a frame to match our vision for beautiful aesthetics, good craftsmanship and top notch comfort, but remain lightweight, durable and easy to use.
Research: When developing Advar, the goal was to create an artful, spiritual, and timeless piece of audio art, unlike anything else in the high end audio industry.
Inspiration: In a world where everything is fast-paced, even the life span of the products that we use most in our day-to-day life, Meze Audio aims to create long-lasting products that become valuable possessions for those who chose them. Going against the trends, this product relies on straightforward technology and intricate design to create a memorable experience.
Project Duration: The project started in 2018 in Baia Mare, Romania, and the first iterations were presented as prototype during that year. The final product was officially launched in April 2022.
Operation Flow: Each Advar unit comes with a detachable cable and a selection of ear tips sizes (from S to XL). The earpiece can easily be inserted into the ear, remaining secure during all sorts of activities. Thanks to its ergonomically contoured design paired with the over-ear cable hooks, the weight is evenly distributed to eliminate discomfort, even during long listening sessions.

ADVAR is easy to drive and pairs well with any device, from phones to complex audio reproduction devices, thanks to its high sensitivity and low impedance.
Team Members: Antonio Meze, Lead Designer and Founder of Meze Audio
Image Credits: Meze Audio