
Meze Audio
Meze Audio ALBA S
$129
Wired In-Ear Headphones · RANK 07

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Neutral-leaning tuning and precise imaging make the HEXA a credible $80 monitor. Its replaceable 2-pin cable aids longevity, though the angular shell can press against smaller ears.
$80 typical
It earns its reputation through monitor-ish tuning and imaging rather than luxury materials or driver-count theater. A hybrid acoustic system, metal/resin chassis and standardized 2-pin replacement are strong substance for the money.
Balances structural rigidity with a manageable shell weight.
Cable can be changed without replacing the transducers.
Separates bass and upper-range duties while aiming for a neutral response.
The geometric black shell looks purposeful and unusually restrained. Its fit is stable for many, but it is angular and can feel large in small ears; this is a product to buy only with a return option if fit is uncertain.
The 2-pin cable is easy to replace. Protect the nozzle mesh from wax and do not force incompatible 0.78 mm plugs; fit is the main caveat, not a known structural weakness.




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