Zeitgeist Germany’s Earphones Boast Links With Fine Whisky and Faberge Eggs
If you're in the market for some distinctive in-ear monitors, Zeitgeist Germany has you covered thanks to its Artisan and Whisky lines.
Zeitgeist Germany is a new name on the block. It hopes to separate itself from the pack by offering two mould-breaking IEM models constructed from distinctive solid woods.
Three years in the making and founded by Thomas Halbgewachs, formerly of Beyerdynamic and a collaborator with other high-end headphone companies, Zeitgeist Germany has partnered with fellow German brand InEar, an established maker of in-ear stage monitors. So, these new offerings should have the sonic skills and striking aesthetics to make them stand out.
The new brand offers the Artisan and Whisky collections, with a third Trees line to follow in August.
The IEMs are said to have a 15-35kHz frequency range and 30 Ohms impendence thanks to their "proprietary tuned", 2-way balanced armature system (Sonion).
ZEITGEIST GERMANY ARTISAN COLLECTION
The Artisan Collection IEMs are constructed using Karelian Birchwood (aka Masur or Nordic Curly Birch), which was also used for the penultimate Fabergé Egg produced for Tsar Nicolas II.
It was also the only design primarily made from an organic material.
ZEITGEIST GERMANY ARTISAN WHISKY COLLECTION
Meanwhile, IEMs from the Whisky Collection feature wood once used to cask Islay Malt Whisky. The wood is cut from the barrel and then oiled before the drivers and internal components are inserted.
Zeitgeist aims to expand its range for the tasty-sounding range, sharing plans for a Flamed Island Malt iteration and a Tennessee version for those who prefer a good ol' sippin' whiskey to a wee dram.
FIT AND FINISH
We are told that the company has studied thousands of ear impressions to find the best fit for most wearers, resulting in a design that "seamlessly contours to your ears."
Along with four different sets of silicon eartips to ensure the perfect fit, the IEMs come with a premium cable in the box, featuring an 8-core structure braided from high-purity, silver-plated monocrystalline copper, available in 3.5mm and 4.4mm versions.
Optional accessories include various adapters for both smartphone and Bluetooth connectivity.
Zeitgeist Germany's in-ear monitors are available now. The Artisan—in a choice of vivid amber, blue, green, black, and purple— costs £799/ €899, and the Whisky costs £699/ €799.
Visit Zeitgeist Germany for more information
Jay Garrett
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