{"product_id":"meze-liric-2-2nd-generation","title":"Meze Liric II (2nd Generation) | Closed-Back Isodynamic Hybrid Headphones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 65%;\" alt=\"Meze Audio new horizontal logo black\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/meze-audio-log-blk-2024.jpg?v=1709823022\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExperience the Evolution of Meze Audio's Legendary Closed-Back Isodynamic Headphone, Liric II\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed-back Isodynamic hybrid planar headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAward-winning MZ4 Isodynamic Hybrid Array driver with enhanced Phase-X™ system for superb imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures Macassar ebony wood ear cups for warmth and aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight magnesium frame and stainless steel headband\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust build quality, supreme durability and comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures detachable, magnetic earpads with padded cushions for optimal airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 4.2' premium Copper 4.4mm upgrade cable and 9.8' soft TPE 3.5mm cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/meze-audio-liric2-ba0-gallery.jpg?v=1709671351\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Meze Liric 2 with attached copper cable on butcher block stool\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\ntable, th, td {\n  background-color: #f6f6f6;\n}\nth, td {\n  padding: 20px;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\" width=\"90%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Meze launched the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/meze-liric\" title=\"Meze Liric Closed-Back Headphone\"\u003eOG Liric\u003c\/a\u003e, it was one of few high-end closed-back planar magnetic headphones on the street, and at $2K, it was nicely situated between flagship closed-backs like the \u003ca title=\"Focal Stellia Headphones\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/focal-stellia-closed-back-headphones\"\u003eFocal Stellia\u003c\/a\u003e, and a growing number of options in the $1K range. It brought with it the hallmarks of Meze’s build and design fundamentals, but didn’t quite equal the wow factor of the Empyrean or Elite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnter Liric 2. With new Macassar ebony wood cups and updates to the sound and technical performance, the next evolution of the Liric captures the spirit of Meze more than the original. With its magnetic removable pads, warmer sound, extraordinary stereo imaging, and visual enhancements, it’s not just a better version of Liric, it’s simply a better Meze Headphone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Redefining Closed-back Excellence Meze Liric 2 Review\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/redefining-closed-back-excellence-meze-liric-2-review\"\u003eRead the full review here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nMPZ4Cwgz7M?si=WJwiVbdpygrMY09v\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Art of Evolution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiric, Meze's closed-back isodynamic headphone, is turning the page on a new chapter, enhancing its essence while introducing a richer sound and refined tuning. Macassar ebony wood adorns the earcups, an invitation to connect with Mother Nature's warmth. Merging form with function, the earpads have been re-engineered for effortless maintenance, now adopting a detachable magnetic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left; margin-right: 20px;\" alt=\"human holding and inspecting Meze Liric 2\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/meze-audio-liric2-evolve_240x240.jpg?v=1709757054\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuned Up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sound of the LIRIC has been refined with the help of the community’s feedback, and it now falls in between a balanced and warm profile. This means you get a mix of clear and accurate audio, with a touch of warmth for added depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: right; margin-left: 20px;\" alt=\"Meze Liric and Liric 2 side by side profiles on headphone stands\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/meze-audio-liric2-comp_240x240.jpg?v=1709757131\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Feeling of Warmth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComing from a tradition of Maramures craftsmanship, the design language of the Gen 1 LIRIC was preserved with added warmth via the introduction of wood. Macassar ebony was the right fit, a heavy, dense, aesthetic hardwood known for its deep, rich brown color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left; margin-right: 20px;\" alt=\"Meze Liric extreme driver closeup highlighting QWRM mask\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/meze-audio-liric2-qwrm_240x240.jpg?v=1709748239\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQWRM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Quarter Wavelength Resonator Mask is a precision-crafted metal component that strategically covers select openings in the driver frame, to effectively attenuate high-frequency peaks above 7kHz for a less fatiguing listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the spirit of natural evolution, LIRIC joins the Meze Audio family of products with detachable magnetic earpads. This ultimately translates into enhanced reliability and serviceability, characteristics of which music enthusiasts worldwide have grown accustomed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/meze-audio-liric2-design.jpg?v=1709764201\" alt=\"x2 thumbnails, human removing detachable earpad from Liric 2 and copper cable closeup\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuality in Every Aspect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Meze Copper PCUHD Premium Cable\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/meze-liric-copper-premium-cable\"\u003eMeze's hand-braided copper cable\u003c\/a\u003e now serves as the stock cable for LIRIC II. Efforts have been focused towards enhancing the listening experience, offering a 4.4mm termination premium cable suitable for most portable headphone amplifiers, as well as a 9.8' soft TPE cable with a 3.5mm jack, ideal for home headphone setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRobust and Supremely Comfortable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the already optimal blend of materials comes the striped ebony wood, solidifying LIRIC’s role in the world as a refined work of art. Gradual development was the key to achieving this formidable fusion of leather, wood, and metal. 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