Meze Audio has built its reputation on turning high‑end headphones into objects of desire, and its new STRADA looks to continue that streak. The closed‑back, dynamic‑driver design draws on the Romanian brand’s flagship 109 PRO but adds materials that would be more at home in a luxury watch than a pair of cans. From Macassar ebony ear cups to a magnesium frame finished in deep green, the STRADA is as much art piece as audiophile instrument.

At the heart of the headphone is a 50‑millimeter dynamic driver derived from the 109 PRO and tuned specifically for closed‑back use. A semi‑crystalline polymer dome is surrounded by a beryllium‑coated torus and copper‑zinc stabilizer that control resonances and reduce distortion. The driver is mounted in an ebony cup that helps dampen vibrations, while a magnesium frame keeps weight down to about 330 grams.

Comfort is addressed with thick memory‑foam ear pads wrapped in Alcantara and a padded headband that distributes pressure evenly. The STRADA’s specifications include a 5 Hz–30 kHz frequency range, 40 ohms impedance and 111 dB sensitivity; the dual 3.5 mm connector allows for balanced cables, and the design is completely modular for serviceability.

The STRADA slots into Meze’s premium lineup alongside the open‑back 109 PRO and the closed‑back LIRIC. For those who appreciate craftsmanship as much as acoustics, also check out Bang & Olufsen’s Centennial Collection that celebrates the brand’s 100th anniversary with their most celebrated products in new luxurious finishes. Priceded at $799, the exotic materials and hand‑painted finish targets serious enthusiasts with a taste for excellence and precision.

Visit Meze’s official site or authorized retailers for availability details and to see if this ebony‑clad headphone is the right fit for your listening room.