Poet vs Liric
The Liric's sensitivity is 100 dB against the Poet's 101 dB and its impedance 30Ω against 55Ω. Both share low-frequency extension (4 Hz) and driver size (92mm).
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The Meze Audio Poet is a compact, lightweight open-back planar magnetic headphone from Meze Audio, incorporating advanced Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array MZ6 drivers derived from their flagship Elite model. It offers a balanced sound with lush airy vocals, precise bass impact, natural midrange, and smooth treble extension, praised for musicality, detail retrieval, and fatigue-free listening. The design emphasizes comfort with magnetic ear pads, premium hand-braided copper cable, and a weight of 350g without pads. Fully serviceable components ensure longevity. Available since June 2025, it remains in production and actively sold by retailers and the manufacturer.
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The Liric's sensitivity is 100 dB against the Poet's 101 dB and its impedance 30Ω against 55Ω. Both share low-frequency extension (4 Hz) and driver size (92mm).
The Empyrean II's sensitivity is 105 dB against the Poet's 101 dB, its impedance 32Ω against 55Ω, its driver size 102mm against 92mm, and its high-frequency extension 110 kHz against 96 kHz.
The HD 800 S's sensitivity is 102 dB against the Poet's 101 dB, its impedance 300Ω against 55Ω, and its high-frequency extension 51 kHz against 96 kHz. Both share low-frequency extension (4 Hz).
The Elite Tungsten's impedance is 32Ω against the Poet's 55Ω, its driver size 102mm against 92mm, and its high-frequency extension 112 kHz against 96 kHz. Both share sensitivity (101 dB).
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