They look like ammonites, feature stunning sound, and sound better than anything wireless that costs double.
The Alba are not an exception to the rule.
They cost $159 so theyre not cheap, but neither do they cost the world.
Meze Alba review: Design and Build
Overall, the Alba are built very well.
Theyre made out of metal, and while light, they feel like theyll last a long time.
The fact you’ve got the option to replace the cableisa good thing, to be clear.
The issue is the connection between earbud and cable.
I am worried about bends as well although I am yet to experience any kind of breakage.
One to watch out for, Id say.
Comfort-wise though the Alba are impeccable.
They have a detachable cable, and a 3.5mm headphone jack to connect them up to your devices.
You also get a 3.5mm-to-USB-C adaptor, and it houses a little DAC.
That means improved audio quality out of your phone, which is a nice bonus.
I really like the little guy, and it feels and looks premium.
First of all, I played Tidal streams through my MacBook Pro attached to my Chord Mojo 2 DAC.
Thats got a better-quality amplifier than my MacBook, and a better DAC.
Immediately I noticed the more pronounced high-end, something I was expecting from in-ear buds.
Theres a wide soundstage too, which makes the earbuds feel much bigger sonically than they are physically.
Its an engaging audio experience, and it blows wireless options out of the water.
Its not a big problem, but it does dull some of the shine.
The strummed electric guitar intro of KatatoniasHypnonewas a delight, wide and exacting.
Theres great accuracy throughout, especially for cymbals and the vocal line.
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