The MP145’s shell is made out of an aluminium alloy, with advanced moulding and five-axis CNC milling used in the production process to obtain the distinct milling pattern for the rorqual pleats, otherwise known as the folds on a whale’s underbelly. On the topmost layer, there’s a gorgeous three-pronged icon that’s designed after a whale’s tail fins, with ventilation ports under it, which HIDIZS calls the Bionic Breathing Holes in an apparent nod to the whale’s breathing hole.
HIDISZ received assistance in the design details of the MP145 from the Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) charity, and the company is supporting the charity’s work in partnership and helping to raise awareness of the role whales play in keeping the oceans healthy.
Inside, there is a whopping 14.5mm planar magnetic driver, which is definitely one of the bigger drivers on the market right now. There are 7+7 N52H magnets arranged in a symmetrical magnetic circuit, which HIDIZS claims will offer lower harmonic distortion, enhanced magnetic circuit efficiency and a maximum magnetic flux of close to 1 Tesla at the magnetic gap for crystal clear sound.
Additionally, the sound of the MP145 can be tweaked through HIDIZS’ pneumatic sound tuning filters, three of which are included in the package. There are also different ear tips included that are designed to emphasise the lows, mids and highs, resulting in nine possible combinations.
With a 104dB sensitivity and 30 ohms impedance, the MP145 will work fine with a smartphone and dongle, but also just as well with a DAP or amp. HIDIZS also offers the choice between a 3.5mm single-ended or 4.4mm balanced termination during purchase, which is fantastic, and it’s paired with a 1.2m-long four-strand silver-plated copper cable that comes with 0.78mm 2-pin connectors.
The HIDIZS MP145 will be priced at US$149 at retail, although a limited special early bird offer will be available on the Kickstarter page at US$109.
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