What's unique about the brand
What reviewers are saying
We read all the reviews. Here's what reviewers feel most strongly about:
- Fostex integrates traditional Japanese artistry, such as Urushi lacquering and Aizome dyeing, into the design of their headphone housings, amplified by the acoustic properties of materials like Japanese cherry birch and maple wood.
- They leverage their "Biodyna" driver technology, optimized with high magnetic flux densities (often using neodymium magnets), enabling detailed, dynamic, and low-distortion sound.
- Their headphones are designed to be easily driven by a wide range of devices, often featuring a low impedance (25-32 ohms) and high sensitivity, increasing versatility and convenience for users.
Our favorite reviewer quotes:
- "This is liquid art. I don't think anyone can debate this further with me." (https://headfonics.com/fostex-th909-review)
- "The soundstage on the TH-900 MK2 is breathtaking. With plenty of depth and placement, the sense of space is sprawling." (https://majorhifi.com/fostex-th-900-mk2-review)
- "I forgot how fun and enjoyable headphone listening can be, the amount of positive energy emanating from these drivers is through the roof. I almost can't believe a pair of dynamic drivers are sitting inside their cups, as the slam and speed they are capable of is truly up there with the best I've experienced thus far." (https://soundnews.net/headphones/full-size/fostex-th909-review-fun-in-its-purest-form)
- "Right off the bat, I was immediately greeted with an immaculate soundstage. With the TH-616, all the sounds come across with precise locations, placing your head right in the middle." (https://majorhifi.com/fostex-th-616-review)
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Products
Lineup comparison
We think it's helpful to understand how their products compare. To learn more about each, scroll to the section above to click through to individual product pages.
TH616
- Position: The entry-level unit offering basic amplification and straightforward control.
- Description: Offers a simple design with clear controls suited for small room setups and limited connectivity, making it a budget-friendly option. Compared to the other models, it has a more basic feature set and lower output capabilities for users who do not require advanced performance or multiple functions.
TH808
- Position: A compact mid-range option focused on balanced performance.
- Description: Features a clean signal path and improved circuitry that supports better dynamic range and connectivity compared to entry-level models. Relative to the TH616, it delivers enhanced performance while maintaining a moderate price.
TH900MK2
- Position: A mid-range model with advanced digital control and refined tuning.
- Description: Incorporates digital tuning and smarter circuitry to boost clarity and responsiveness, making it well suited for varied room sizes and sonic goals. When compared with the TH616 and TH808, it provides a noticeable upgrade in audio detail and connectivity.
TH1100RP
- Position: A high-end integrated unit designed for higher resolution performance.
- Description: Offers robust processing and precise digital-to-analog conversion to deliver clean and powerful output for users with higher technical requirements. In contrast to the mid-range TH900MK2, it provides more detailed signal processing and expanded functionality.
T60RPMK2
- Position: A flagship model that brings premium control and complete feature integration.
- Description: Delivers groundbreaking performance with advanced components and a design focused on full connectivity and high-end sonic control. Compared to the lower-end models like the TH616 and TH808, it provides superior build quality and extensive functionality.
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What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?
What's your approach to customer support?
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
What other products pair best with yours?
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Our interview with the brand
What are two key technological innovations or strong opinions that differ you from other brands?
Our strongest differentiator is adding the comfort element to the equation. Most headphone models are focused only on technological advancements, forgetting that comfort and ease of wear are also very important factors when choosing an object that you intend to wear for hours on end.
That is why our headphones are specifically designed to be lightweight and to combat any pressure points that can occur when wearing them for long periods of time.
What's your approach to customer support?
Our clients have the possibility to contact either the dealers/distributors or our support department directly, through our support page: https://mezeaudio.com/pages/contact.
Our headphones are designed to be fully serviceable, so every part is easy to change, in case there’s an issue. There is no glue, just nuts and bolts, so anyone can change any part of the headphone with just a screwdriver.
We are quick to solve any problem as soon as it occurs and in some instances, we do go above and beyond to help our customers. One time, I remember someone was actually wondering if our 109 PRO model's ear cups are really made of wood, so we disassembled a unit, removed the ear cups, broke them into pieces and sent him pictures with the wood pulp, to show that we do use real wood, haha!
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
My favourites would be (not necessarily in this order): Sevdaliza - Bluecid, Isaac Gracie - Silhouette of you, and lately, Sleep Token - Damocles or Caramel.
What other products pair best with yours?
Thankfully, there are a lot of good products on the market that have strong synergy with our products, and we are fortunate enough to have great partners in the industry to pair our headphones with.
We also received very good feedback from our customers testing the pairings at different trade shows, and they prefer the following: Chord Dave, Feliks Envy, Ferrum Wandla + Oor + Hypsos combo, the DCS Lina stack, Auris Headonia, Linear Tube Audio Aero + Velo combo, and many many more, these is just top of the mind.
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What's your approach to customer support?
What are your favorite tracks for showcasing the strength of your products?
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