Meze Audio ADVAR
Best in-ear monitors for audiophiles seeking immersive, high-fidelity portable sound.
These IEMs marry Romanian folklore with a sleek, stainless steel build that feels as premium as it sounds. They deliver a rich, balanced audio profile that is surprisingly easy to drive, though you trade the clinical, analytical edge of some competitors for a more immersive and musical listening experience.
$699.00
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Meze Audio
Who it's for
- Listeners seeking fatigue-free, long-term musical enjoyment
- Design-conscious buyers prioritizing premium materials and aesthetics
- Users needing a secure, comfortable fit for extended sessions
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious audiophiles seeking entry-level pricing
- Purists requiring a strictly neutral or analytical sound signature
- Casual listeners relying solely on standard smartphone outputs
Performance breakdown
Build Quality
Solid stainless steel chassis feels virtually indestructible and incredibly premium.
Driveability
High sensitivity makes these easy to power with any standard smartphone.
Sound Signature
Balanced, engaging tuning that brings life to every genre of music.
Technical Resolution
Impressive detail retrieval that uncovers subtle textures in complex recordings.
Ergonomic Comfort
Compact, lightweight design ensures fatigue-free listening during extended sessions.
Passive Isolation
Effective seal blocks out ambient noise for a focused, immersive experience.
Key Specs
Driver
10.2 mm Dynamic driver
Impedance
31 Ω
Frequency response
10 Hz - 30 kHz
Sensitivity
111 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<1% at 1 kHz
Weight
21 g
Material
Stainless steel
Connectivity
Wired, 3.5mm Jack
Headphone Style
In-Ear
Noise Cancellation
Passive Noise Isolation
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