Platino Audio Produktuak · 2023

109 Pro Aurikularra

by Meze Audio

Platinozko Saria A' Design Award 2023 in Audio Produktuak
CLIENT: Meze Audio
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About 109 Pro Aurikularra

109 Pro musika entzuteko diseinatutako bizkar irekiko aurikularra da. Diseinua Meze Audio-ren lehen bizkar irekiko eredu dinamikoa da. 50 mm-ko driver dinamikoa intxaurrondo-zura, zinka, altzairua, larru veganoa eta beloa konbinatzen dituen txasis batean dago, eta unitate bakoitza eskuz muntatzen da. Bere burua doitzen duen buru-uztaiak pisua modu uniformean banatzen du buru-forma eta tamaina desberdinetan. Beloz egindako kuxinek belarriak inguratzen dituzte eta leun eta transpiragarri mantentzen dira entzunaldi luzeetan. Aurikularra desmuntatu eta konpondu daiteke, eta horrek haren bizitza erabilgarria luzatzen du.

About the Platinozko Saria A' Design Award

109 Pro Aurikularra Platinozko Saria A' Design Award irabazlea da, benetan apartekoak, dotoreak eta handiosoak diren diseinuei ematen zaien aitorpen oso prestijiotsua. Platino-mailako irabazleak sorkuntzaren mirariak dira, sormen intelektualaren mugen lekuko, eta beren diseinatzaileen profesionaltasun parekaezina eta genioa erakusten dute. Diseinu hauek garai baten estetika zehazten duten, gizartearen ongizateari laguntzen dioten eta artearen, zientziaren, diseinuaren eta teknologiaren mugak zabaltzen dituzten lan ospetsuenak izatea espero da. 109 Pro Aurikularra bikaintasun-maila transzendentea erakusten duen lana da, eta, zalantzarik gabe, mundua leku hobea bihurtzen duena bere ezaugarri onuragarri eta baliotsuekin. 109 Pro Aurikularra Platinozko Saria A' Design Award irabazi duen lana da, desirak pizten dituena, inspiratzen duena, pozik betetzen duena eta poz handia sortzen duena.

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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.
Image Credits: Meze Audio