Meze Strada Headphones: Your Path to Musical Intimacy

Headphone brand Meze Audio has carved out a reputation for making headphones with timeless craftsmanship and wooden finishes with emotionally engaging sound. Now the Romanian company has announced the Strada headphones, which it claims set “a new benchmark in closed-back dynamic headphones that blends tonal precision with immersive musical intimacy.” Sounds intriguing. The headphones are designed for music lovers who are seeking a full-bodied and all-enveloping sound in a pair of headphones made with premium craftsmanship. The new Strada headphones offer the kind of acoustic experience where detail, texture and dynamics combine to create an emotional impact. With excellent noise isolation, natural spatial rendering and a carefully tuned driver system, Meze Audio says the Strada can create a private sonic space that’s suitable for lengthy listening sessions at home or on the go. Impactful And Clear Strada’s acoustic profile embodies balance, control and precision. Meze says the headphones have a deep and defined low end with a slight bass lift that adds punch and body to the sound, but without bloating or masking detail. Meanwhile, the mid-range is described as having a neutral profile that enables the vocals to shine with “lifelike timbre and clean separation.” MORE FOR YOU Finally, the treble is billed as “detailed and extended, with smooth, detailed and subtle textures, while maintaining a fatigue-free presentation. The result is “an articulate, and emotionally engaging sound signature built for both casual enjoyment and critical listening.” Inspired by the chassis of Meze’s acclaimed Liric series, Strada introduces a reimagined build that’s been optimized for dynamic driver performance. Each pair is hand-assembled from premium materials and shaped for an adaptable and natural fit. The overall feel is lightweight but comfortable, designed for hours of uninterrupted listening. Dynamic Driver At the heart of the Strada is a dynamic driver that was first used in the 109 PRO. This version has been newly tuned for closed-back performance. All the components are engineered for clarity, speed and durability. Crafted from a carbon fiber-reinforced cellulose composite, the driver’s dome delivers high-frequency detail with minimal distortion. The surrounding torus is formed from a semicrystalline polymer that’s coated with beryllium using Physical Vapor Deposition. The process enhances the driver’s stiffness, durability and transient response, while precision-cut 45.5-degree grooves provide further control. A copper-zinc alloy stabilizer encircles the membrane and absorbs micro-vibrations which reduces distortion. Thanks to magnetic ear pads with a seamless magnetic mounting system, the pads can be changed easily while still maintaining a perfect seal. The ear cups are made from exotic Macassar ebony which is a dense and visually striking hardwood with deep brown tones enhanced by golden-brown striations. This ensures that each pair of Strada are visually unique. Lightweight Design The lightweight design of the headphones ensures long-wear comfort. A precision frame and the dynamic driver system help reduce the overall weight of the headphones so they can be work for long listening sessions. The soft-padded headband also helps with the fit and comfort thanks to symmetrical cross patterns that distribute the weight of the headphones evenly on the wearer’s head while maintaining airflow and reducing heat buildup. The magnetic frame of the headphones has a natural sheen from the hand-painted finish, with its deep green and subtle metallic shimmer. Four carefully applied layers of paint create a modern finish with subtle artistry. Meze says the Strada headphones are designed to be cherished today and for decades to come. The headphones have a fully serviceable construction that’s made from premium materials and components that reflect the brand’s commitment to sustainability through longevity. Pricing and Availability: The new Meze Audio Strada headphones are available now from mezeaudio.com, mezeaudio.eu and selected retailers globally. They have a suggested retail price of $799 £799 / €799. Tech Specs: