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What listeners keep saying · from 32 reviews

comfortable12great value5warm4bright3build quality issues3great bass3harsh treble3detailed2

Two months in, loves its warm, fun, punchy and spacious sound that makes music exciting again; their best buy.

“I bought two months ago Meze 109 pro. What a fantastic, warm, fun, chill, punchy and space sound. It's make music /song sound great again.”
positivewarmwide soundstage

Their most satisfying headphone purchase ever: the steel band is silent with no creaks, it sounds outstanding on all their amps, and it is comfortable enough to disappear for hours.

“I’ll just say that the 109 Pros have probably become my most satisfying Headphone purchase EVER. I just love them so much.”
positivecomfortable

Just bought it on the strength of reviews and is very pleased with the build quality, attention to detail and engaging musicality.

“I just bought the Meze 109 Pro after reading many positive reviews about this specific model. I'n really pleased I did it. Build quality, attention to detail and musicality”
positive

Knew out of the box they were their best headphones; glad they chose them over the HIFIMAN Arya and considers them great value.

“Spot on review. I knew they were my best right out of the box. Prior to buying these I had targeted the HiFiman Arya to purchase. Glad I bought these. Absolute value.”
positivegreat value

One of the best headphones they've owned; wonders how it compares with the Arya and HD 800 S.

“I have the 109pro and they are one of the best headphones I've owned. However, most comparisons I've seen for it are with cheaper headphones which they outperform.”
positive

Bought a used pair on the reviews but never heard what reviewers described; prefers their modded Meze 99 Classics.

“I bought the 109 pro's because all the reviews like these, and for $620 used but never found what every reviewer was saying about them.”
negative

Bought it after comparing in a Berlin shop against the Focal Hadenys and Clear MG, Audeze LCD-2, Arya Organic and Ananda; for their metal and rock none sounded as good, and the build and design are great.

“Damn, none of these headphones sounds as good as Meze for me( I was listening mainly iron maiden, manowar and some Scorpions songs) .”
positive

Returned the 109 Pro; their Focal Celestee is far better to them.

“Oh wow focal Celestee blows these out the water I returned the Meze 109 pros nothing can’t top my celestees yet”
negative

Upgraded to the 109 Pro from the Sundara: more bass and detail.

positivegreat bassdetailed

Reaches for their 109 Pro more than their ZMF or HD800S: comfort, looks, ease of use and enjoyable sound.

positivecomfortable

Bought the 109 Pro open-box and they are working great.

positivegreat value

The 109 Pro is their GOAT for enjoyment and endgame, with one gripe.

positive

Early impressions: the 109 Pro may be the best value cans on the market.

positivegreat value

Started with the 109 Pro and loved it so much they bought the 105 AER too.

positive

The 109 Pro is their favourite headphone for sound, comfort and build.

positivecomfortable

The 109 Pro is their favourite, with great comfort and build quality.

positivecomfortable

Got the 109 Pro as an open-box deal and it looked brand new.

positivegreat value

Their 109 Pro arrived after Beyer 1770 Pros and they couldn't be happier.

positive

The 109 Pro is the headphone they grab least; they pick the 105 AER every time.

negative

A DT 1990 owner who previously had the HD600, HD650, Sundara and others, now has the 109 Pro.

positive

Shares first impressions of the 109 Pro coming from daily driving the Arya Stealth.

positive

Loves their 109 Pro; switching from the Sundara was night and day.

positive

Has had the 109 Pro with Hart Audio cables for 6 months and warmed to it.

positive

Really likes their 109 Pro but is listing it because they have the LCD-X.

positive

Just got the 109 Pro: the best-sounding and most comfortable headphones they've had.

positivecomfortable

Got the 109 Pro a month ago and has barely taken it off; fantastic.

positive

Finds the 109 Pro very good and likes it so much it will be their Christmas present.

positive

Finds the 109 Pro's treble can get fatiguing on bright tracks; EQ fixes it.

mixedbright

Took a detour to the Empyrean II; the 109 Pro's warm signature wasn't for them.

negativewarm

Bought the 109 Pro 14 months ago and loves its comfort, design and sound.

positivecomfortable

Owns the 109 Pro; it can be sibilant depending on source.

mixedharsh treble

Has had the 109 Pro about 3 years but finds vocals not as good as the HD600.

mixed

Picked up the 109 Pro with a Mojo 2 at CanJam London and loves it.

positive

Vinyl into an Atom Amp 2 into the 109 Pro is the best audio experience they've had.

positive

Is on their third 109 Pro after defects and about to give up on Meze.

negativebuild quality issues

Found an open-box 109 Pro for about $570 and ordered it.

positivegreat value

Their second 109 Pro had the same problem after a day, so they returned it for an LCD.

negativebuild quality issues

Loves their DT990 but the 109 Pro sounds too sharp to them.

negativeharsh treble

Absolutely loves the Meze sound of the 109 Pro; endgame until the Empyrean II.

positive

Seconds that the 109 Pro is a great headphone while selling a pair.

positive

Got the 109 Pro half a year ago and finds them really nice headphones.

positive

Has had the Meze 109 Pro for 2.5 years without feeling the pull toward anything else.

positive

Finds the Meze 109 Pro comfortable, unlike the HD 600.

positivecomfortable

Enjoys their 109 Pro more than their HE1000se for rock, metal and punk: fun, slightly elevated bass that forgives bad recordings while still resolving.

positive

Returned their 109 Pro despite it being super comfortable because it was too muddy for them.

negativemuddycomfortable

As an owner, finds the 109 Pro one of the most detailed headphones they've heard: nothing muddy, great sub-bass and dynamic slam without being overbearing.

positivedetailedgreat bass

Wasn't impressed with their blind-bought 109 Pro at first without a good DAC or EQ; with EQ in Poweramp it sounds much better.

mixed

Had the 109 Pro: soundstage definitely not narrow, but relaxed and warm, so it might sound slightly muddy.

mixedwarm

Had issues with their 109 Pro pads and was told the pads only have a 6-month warranty.

negativebuild quality issues

Got their 109 Pro used for about $500 and it's the best headphone they own.

positive

Immediately loved the 109 Pro's bass punch and warm-but-not-overly sound, and its build quality and comfort are big selling points.

positivecomfortablewarm

Tested the 109 Pro and Arya Organic and stuck with the 109 Pro; never been happier with how their headphones sound and feel.

positivecomfortable

Bought the Meze 109 Pro but it doesn't suit Rush, so it's going back to Amazon.

negative

Their 109 Pro is a hint too bright for their taste but good-sounding and fun, with unbeaten comfort.

positivecomfortablebright

The 109 Pro is among the most comfortable headphones they've owned; friends and family say it's like wearing a cloud.

positivecomfortable

The 109 Pro is their favourite headphone under $1k and practical enough to use away from the desk, unlike their Empyrean II.

positive

Their tall ears (68 mm) didn't fit inside the 109 Pro's 66 mm pad opening, so the pads squished them and became uncomfortable over long sessions.

negativeuncomfortable

Among an open-back collection that includes the Meze Empyrean, Audeze LCD-2, Abyss JOAL and HD 650, likes the 109 Pro's bass most and counts it among their two favourite open or semi-open headphones; it won't give closed-back slam.

“So: for open back headphones, these are top shelf in terms of bass (IMO). Of all my open back headphones, I like the bass on these the most - I'd give them an 8.”
positivegreat bass