Meze 105 SILVA | Open-Back Dynamic Headphones
Discover Engaging Detail and Expressive Warmth with 105 Silva, a Dynamic Open-Back Headphone That Brings Every Note to Life
- 50mm Dynamic driver with bio-cellulose composite dome and titanium-coated semicrystalline polymer torus
- Dual-focus sound signature that delivers vibrant musical energy without sacrificing micro-detail
- Sophisticated hand-polished walnut wood ear cups
- Engineered for longevity using premium materials and a fully serviceable construction for lasting durability
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Bloom's Take The Meze 105 SILVA redefines mid-tier open-back headphones with a harmonious fusion of warmth, precision, and immersive soundstage, wrapped in a timeless walnut-and-steel boutique design. Its 50 mm bio-cellulose dynamic driver delivers controlled, rich bass while retaining clarity and depth. The midrange offers natural instrumental timbre with excellent layering, making jazz, strings, and woodwinds feel lifelike. Treble extends cleanly with air and subtle definition, avoiding glare yet revealing detail. Where the 105 AER emphasized lush warmth, the SILVA shifts toward resolution and imaging, offering expansive spatial depth that rivals more expensive models, excellent for live-style recordings and film scores. Though vocals—especially tenor and soprano—can sound a touch forward, the overall presentation remains engaging and emotionally resonant. With its timeless aesthetics, premium craftsmanship, and driver tuning that balances musicality with detail, the 105 SILVA stands as a refined, character‑driven alternative for listeners craving both warmth and clarity without crossing into ultra‑analytical territory. |
Where Music Takes Root
SILVA [ˈsil.və] Romanian noun — FOREST
Harmonious. Secluded. Flourishing. A sanctuary where nature's primal energies converge: life, balance, and timeless beauty. 105 SILVA embodies these energies, immersing you in a sound that breathes, reverberates, and envelops you with a sense of intimate presence.
“With the 105 SILVA, we took what we learned from the 109 PRO and the 105 AER, giving it sound characteristics from both: richness and genre versatility combined with clarity and detail. However, it is not merely a combination of both, as we’ve introduced a more expressive midrange presentation for enhanced vocal presence and a more natural-sounding representation of acoustic stringed instruments.”
Meze Audio Acoustic Engineers
Dual Focus Sound Signature: Fun & Detailed
Tuned with a keen balance between musicality and refinement, 105 SILVA delivers a sound that is clear, rich, and effortlessly engaging. Transients are fast and articulate, bringing out intricate details with a natural sense of ease.
The treble extends gracefully, smooth yet revealing, while the bass remains tight and well-controlled, never overpowering but always present when needed. Besides, it’s easy to drive from most devices, whether we’re talking portable sources or intricate home setups.
Simply Timeless
Rooted in the Mid-Century Modern movement, 105 SILVA’s design follows the core principles of clean shapes, functionality, and durability, while seamlessly integrating natural and modern materials in its construction.
Fusing vintage charm with contemporary aesthetics, the radial PC-ABS grille sublimely intertwines with the walnut wood to form the ear cups, creating a feel that never truly ages. The spring steel headband and the PVD-coated cast zinc alloy hardware link everything into an extremely sturdy, yet highly flexible structure.
Driver Design
In order to achieve a headphone voicing fit for audiophiles and music lovers alike, we went through countless 50 mm driver iterations, different materials, and tuning methods. The outcome is bound to satisfy all sides, on a very wide range of musical genres.
W-Shaped Dome
Made of a carbon fiber-reinforced cellulose composite, the dome can reproduce high frequencies with incredible detail, clarity, and definition. More durable than conventional alternatives used in dynamic drivers, yet lightweight, this composite helps reduce resonances that may lead to harmonic distortion.
Titanium-Coated Torus
The torus, made from titanium-coated semicrystalline polymer, is engineered for optimal stiffness, speed, and tonal balance. Applied via PVD, the titanium layer strengthens the membrane while keeping it lightweight, delivering fast transients and textured bass. Precision grooves angled at 45.5° control resonance, enabling accurate, fluid sound with natural timbre and rich detail.
Stabilized
The copper-zinc alloy stabilizer, positioned around the membrane, improves the absorption of vibrations to further reduce distortion.
Accessorized
All-New Cable
The 105 SILVA comes with a new 1.8 m (5.9 ft) OFC cable, featuring a dual-twisted, Kevlar-wrapped main run, soft PVC-coated left and right wires, and anthracite aluminum housings. Alongside it, a custom 3.5 mm to USB-C adapter with an integrated DAC/AMP expands usability with mobile devices, while maintaining high-resolution playback on the go.
Soft Ear Pads
Velour cushions comfortably surround the ears, providing the optimal seal to create natural sound. Since velour is far softer and more breathable than leather, it also prevents sweat and overheating during lengthy listening sessions.
All-Day Listening
The self-adjusting PU leather headband spreads the weight out to deliver even pressure for any head shape and size.
Sustainable Through Longevity
As our choices of today can greatly impact the world of tomorrow, Meze designs products that last. They believe that a longer product lifespan means a smaller footprint. Following this philosophy, the 105 SILVA can be taken apart and serviced endlessly if needed, making it as perennial as the forests it alludes to.
Specifications
- Driver: 50mm Dynamic
- Frequency Range: 5Hz-30kHz
- Impedance: 42 Ω
- Sensitivity: 112 dB SPL/mW at 1kHz
- THD: <0.1% at 1kHz
- Input Connector: Dual 3.5mm TS jack
- Ear Cups: Walnut wood, PC-ABS
- Weight: 12.48 oz
In the Box
- Meze 105 SILVA
- User manual
- 1.8m Twisted OFC 3.5mm jack cable
- EVA carry case
- Cable pouch
- 6.3mm jack adapter
- 3.5mm to USB-C adapter
