{"product_id":"meze-empyrean-ii-open-back-headphones","title":"Meze Empyrean II Open-Back Headphones","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     Meze Empyrean II Open-Back Headphones — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Two-Column Layout (Overview left \/ Specifications right)\n     Long-tail keyword used 5×: “Meze Empyrean II Open-Back Headphones”\n     ====================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bh-wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:1rem 1.25rem;line-height:1.6}\n  .bh-eyebrow{letter-spacing:.08em;text-transform:uppercase;font-size:.8rem;opacity:.7}\n  .bh-title{font-size:3rem;margin:.25rem 0 1rem}\n  .bh-sub{font-style:italic;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n  .bh-grid{display:grid;gap:1.25rem}\n  @media(min-width:900px){.bh-grid{grid-template-columns:1.3fr .7fr;align-items:start}}\n  .bh-section{margin:2rem 0}\n  .bh-bullets{list-style:disc;padding-left:1.25rem;margin:.5rem 0 0}\n  .bh-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse}\n  .bh-specs th,.bh-specs td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:.65rem;vertical-align:top}\n  .bh-specs th{width:42%;background:#f8fafc;text-align:left}\n  .bh-badge{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.2rem .6rem;margin:.15rem .3rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n  .bh-badges{margin-top:.5rem}\n  .bh-faq details{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:.5rem;padding:.75rem 1rem;margin:.5rem 0;background:#fafafa}\n  .bh-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer}\n  .bh-note{font-size:.95rem;opacity:.9}\n  .bh-condition{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.3rem .75rem;margin:.5rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem;background:#fafafa}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\" itemscope=\"\" class=\"bh-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bh-eyebrow\"\u003eMEZE AUDIO\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch1 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"bh-title\"\u003eMeze Empyrean II Open-Back Headphones\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003eFlagship open-back planar magnetic headphones • Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array driver • premium ergonomic chassis • lightweight comfort-focused design • detachable mini-XLR cables • reference-level craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-condition\"\u003eOpen-Back Reference Headphone Design\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- LEFT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bh-section\" id=\"overview\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet the Empyrean II\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMeze Empyrean II Open-Back Headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed for listeners who want true flagship performance with world-class comfort and unmistakable craftsmanship. Building on the original Empyrean platform, this second-generation design refines the tuning for greater detail retrieval and a more neutral presentation while preserving the effortless, easy-to-listen character that made the original so beloved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-badges\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003eOpen-Back\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003ePlanar Magnetic\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003eHybrid Array Driver\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003e449 g\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"bh-badge\"\u003eDual Mini-XLR\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003eFor serious headphone listeners who want high-end sound without sacrificing long-session comfort, Empyrean II is built to feel as luxurious as it sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bh-section\" id=\"highlights\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefined flagship tuning\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003cstrong\u003eMeze Empyrean II Open-Back Headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e were voiced to reveal more fine detail and a more balanced tonal presentation while keeping the musical ease and richness that define the Empyrean line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array driver\u003c\/strong\u003e — the ovoid planar magnetic driver uses a specialized dual-voice-coil structure designed to optimize how sound reaches different parts of the ear for better coherence and imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptionally comfortable design\u003c\/strong\u003e — the ergonomic suspension headband and carefully contoured ear pads are engineered for long listening sessions with less fatigue and better weight distribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-end materials throughout\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium machining, elegant grille work, and a refined industrial design give the headphone the kind of finish expected in a true statement product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-back spaciousness\u003c\/strong\u003e — the open design supports a larger, more natural sense of space and air, making it especially compelling for dedicated home listening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular and serviceable construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — detachable mini-XLR cables and replaceable ear pad options make ownership easier over the long term.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bh-section\" id=\"technology\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnology \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Array planar magnetic architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Rinaro MZ3 driver uses an Isodynamic Hybrid Array approach that positions different voice coil forms within the same driver to help improve both direct detail and broader tonal balance across the ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight but serious driver engineering\u003c\/strong\u003e — with a very low diaphragm mass, large active area, and distortion measured below 0.05%, the driver is engineered for speed, resolution, and a highly controlled presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuxury comfort as part of the sound experience\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Empyrean platform is known for making flagship listening feel easier over time, not just better in sound quality. The carefully shaped frame, suspension system, and ear pads are all part of that experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003eIn a carefully matched system, the \u003cstrong\u003eMeze Empyrean II Open-Back Headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e deliver a spacious, highly resolved, and emotionally engaging presentation that feels worthy of their flagship status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bh-section bh-faq\" id=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — Empyrean II\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre these open-back or closed-back headphones?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are open-back headphones, designed for spacious, natural sound in dedicated listening environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat type of driver do they use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey use the Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array planar magnetic driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eAre they difficult to drive?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 32 ohm impedance and 90 dB sensitivity, they benefit from quality amplification, especially to realize their full dynamic and tonal potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat changed from the original Empyrean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmpyrean II was tuned for improved detail retrieval and a more neutral overall balance while preserving the original model’s smooth, enjoyable musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWho are they best for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are ideal for listeners who want a top-tier open-back headphone with luxury build quality, exceptional comfort, and refined planar magnetic sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bh-section\" id=\"why-buy\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert guidance on matching flagship headphones with the right DAC, amplifier, and source components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelp comparing high-end open-back models for comfort, tuning, and long-term ownership value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport from a specialty audio retailer focused on system synergy and real-world listening satisfaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted advice for building a personal listening system around truly premium components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bh-section\" id=\"related\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated \u0026amp; System Matches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesktop DAC and headphone amplifier systems suited to flagship planar magnetic headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced and single-ended cable options for premium personal audio rigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated listening setups where open-back spaciousness and comfort are both priorities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- RIGHT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bh-section\" id=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEmpyrean II Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen-back over-ear planar magnetic headphones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDriver Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDriver Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOvoid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDriver Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e102 mm x 73 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Principle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEar Coupling\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCircumaural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Hz – 110 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImpedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 dB SPL\/mW at 1 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum SPL\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;130 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal Harmonic Distortion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.05%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive Area\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4,650 mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDriver Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e82 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeadphone Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e449 g (15.84 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInput Connector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual 4-pin mini-XLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCasing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiberglass infused ABS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMeze Empyrean II Open-Back Headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e combine advanced planar magnetic driver technology, extremely high comfort, and statement-level craftsmanship in one flagship listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bh-section\" id=\"whats-in-the-box\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmpyrean II open-back headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium storage case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- No purchase\/CTA section --\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta itemprop=\"brand\" content=\"Meze Audio\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Open-Back Headphones, Planar Magnetic Headphones, Audiophile Headphones\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meze","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53653160821102,"sku":"MEZEMPYREANII","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/1537\/4703\/files\/meze-empyrean-ii-open-back-headphones.webp?v=1776883609","url":"https:\/\/audiolab.com\/products\/meze-empyrean-ii-open-back-headphones","provider":"Audiolab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}