Meze ARTA Open-Back Headphones for Reference Planar Magnetic Listening
The Meze ARTA Open-Back Headphones are flagship circumaural headphones created to deliver the scale, dimensionality and physical presence of a high-end loudspeaker system. Their open-back acoustic architecture and Rinaro-developed MZ5 HΩ planar magnetic drivers produce a spacious, three-dimensional presentation in which vocals and instruments occupy clearly defined positions beyond the immediate boundaries of the earcups.
ARTA introduces a 225-ohm, high-voltage and low-current planar magnetic design engineered for exceptional electrical linearity, low distortion and consistent performance with properly matched headphone amplifiers. Its premium metal, carbon-fiber and leather construction is paired with two interchangeable earpad designs, two high-quality cables and a fully serviceable architecture intended to provide reference-level performance for generations.
Highlights & Benefits
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MZ5 HΩ Planar Magnetic Driver — Rinaro’s High Impedance Isodynamic Hybrid Array driver combines a low-mass diaphragm with a high-density conductor trace for exceptional control and signal purity.
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225-Ohm High-Impedance Architecture — High-voltage, low-current operation helps improve electrical linearity while reducing heat, diaphragm stress and dynamic compression.
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Speaker-Like Spatial Presentation — The open-back acoustic design creates a broad, layered soundstage with convincing image placement, depth and physical bass weight.
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Two Interchangeable Earpad Tunings — Duo Angled lambskin-and-Alcantara pads provide a richer presentation, while Slim Alcantara pads deliver a smoother and more neutral balance.
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Fully Serviceable Construction — Major components, including the drivers, earcups, headband and earpads, can be disassembled, serviced or replaced.
Technology & Design
Rinaro MZ5 HΩ Isodynamic Hybrid Array — The Meze ARTA Open-Back Headphones use an ovoid 102mm × 73mm planar magnetic driver developed with Rinaro Isodynamics. Its high-impedance architecture operates at higher voltage and lower current than conventional low-impedance planar designs, promoting stable electrical behavior and consistent performance across the audible spectrum.
Parus ARTA Low-Mass Membrane — The Rinaro Parus ARTA diaphragm weighs only 0.10 gram while providing an active surface area of 4,650mm². Its composite construction is engineered to resist thermal drift during extended listening sessions, helping preserve timbral accuracy and transient response as operating temperature changes.
Dual-Shaped Voice-Coil Array — Two separate conductor patterns address different parts of the frequency range. A switchback coil reproduces lower frequencies from the upper portion of the driver, while a spiral coil directs midrange and high-frequency energy toward the ear canal for a more direct acoustic path.
Angled Open-Back Acoustic Blades — ARTA’s sculptural grille uses angled acoustic blades to protect the driver while minimizing rear-wave reflections and internal acoustic interference. The headphones are tuned, mechanically designed, quality-controlled and assembled at Meze Audio’s headquarters in Baia Mare, Romania.
FAQ — Meze ARTA Open-Back Headphones
Do the Meze ARTA headphones require a dedicated amplifier?
Yes. The Meze ARTA Open-Back Headphones are designed for capable desktop amplification and are optimized for high-voltage headphone amplifiers. A properly matched desktop DAC and headphone-amplifier system is recommended for achieving their intended dynamic range and performance.
What is the difference between the two supplied earpad sets?
The Duo Angled pads combine perforated lambskin leather and Alcantara to produce a richer, more impactful presentation. The Slim Alcantara pads use two types of Alcantara with inner-chamber perforations for a more neutral balance and a smoother upper-frequency presentation.
Can ARTA be used with balanced and single-ended amplifiers?
Yes. ARTA includes one two-meter cable terminated with a 6.3mm single-ended plug and a second two-meter cable terminated with a balanced four-pin XLR connector. Both cables connect to the headphones through dual four-pin mini-XLR connectors.
Are ARTA earpads compatible with Meze Elite or Empyrean headphones?
No. ARTA uses a different magnetic earpad attachment system. Its earpads are not interchangeable with pads made for Meze Elite or Empyrean-series headphones.
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