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MEZE AUDIO ALBAEditor's Choice1 / 5
MEZE AUDIO

MEZE AUDIO ALBA

Current price · Amazon US
$159
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Sound
4.8/ 5
SoundMDAQS Overall

MDAQS Overall — measured in the SoundGuys lab.

See the lab data ↓Frequency response · Isolation · Audio quality

Key specs

Material Chassis Primary
Resin31%Plastic24%Aluminum16%Metal16%

Aluminum appears on 16% of the 49 in-ear monitors we've cataloged (of 38).

Connection Type
Wired-3.5mmMost common
Wired-3.5mm95%Bluetooth5%

Wired-3.5mm is the most common — on 95% of the 37 in-ear monitors we've cataloged (of 38).

Ear Tip Material
SiliconeMost common
Silicone63%Memory foam21%Foam12%Others4%

Silicone is the most common — on 63% of the 52 in-ear monitors we've cataloged (of 38).

Has Microphone
NoMost common
False68%True32%

False is the most common — on 68% of the 34 in-ear monitors we've cataloged (of 38).

Build

Material Chassis Primary
Zinc alloy, aluminum

Connectivity

Connection Type
Wired-3.5mm
Cable Type
3.5mm single-ended, 2-pin detachable

Design

Ear Tip Material
Silicone
Color Options
White
Ear Tip Sizes Included
S, M, L, XL
Earbud Form Factor
In-ear
Detachable Cable
Yes
Wearing Style
Over-ear (cable up)

Microphone

Has Microphone
No

Sound

Driver Size
10.8 mm
Driver Count
1
Driver Type
Dynamic
Frequency Response
15-25000 Hz
Frequency Response High Hz
25000 Hz
Frequency Response Low Hz
15 Hz
Frequency Response Signature
U-shaped
Impedance
32 Ω
Sensitivity
109 dB/mW

Features

Inline Controls
No

Identity

Model Number
ALBA

Release

Msrp Usd
159 USD

Lab data

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MEZE AUDIO ALBASoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve
Measured frequency response (dB relative) against the SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve. When the measurement goes above the dashed line, that frequency is louder than our preference curve, and when it goes below: it's quieter. Use the curve for comparison purposes only, as your taste may vary.-20-100+10+20201001k10k20k

Measured frequency response (dB relative) against the SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve. When the measurement goes above the dashed line, that frequency is louder than our preference curve, and when it goes below: it's quieter. Use the curve for comparison purposes only, as your taste may vary.

MEZE AUDIO ALBA: frequency response, as measured in the SoundGuys lab. Frequency in hertz.
Frequency (Hz)Response (dB)
203.6
253.7
323.5
403.0
502.4
631.7
800.6
100-0.0
125-0.4
160-1.9
200-2.7
250-3.0
315-4.3
400-5.2
500-3.8
630-1.6
800-1.1
10000.0
12501.6
16003.6
20005.4
25007.6
31509.1
40008.4
50006.9
63006.7
80005.4
10000-2.4
125005.2
160003.2
20000-14.8

SoundGuys review

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SOUNDGUYS rating
8.5/ 10
Highly recommended
Jhaycee Calvez
Reviewed byJhaycee CalvezVideo Producer/WriterReviewed April 2025
Isolation7.7
Comfort & fit8.0
Design9.0
Portability9.0
Value9.0
The verdict

The Meze Alba are an interesting pair of earbuds, especially if you're looking for a refined bass experience. It feels like a huge step up in terms of sound compared to general consumer earbuds. However, it doesn't have general consumer-facing features such as a microphone.

✓What we like
✓Price
✓Small size
✓Deep bass
✓3.5mm to USB-C adapter
✕What could be better
✕Fragile paint finish
✕No playback controls
✕No microphone
✕Treble is painful at times
Read the full SoundGuys review →

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