MEE Audio - Pinnacle P1

Pinnacle P1 is MEE Audio's IEM flagship. A result of two years of design, engineering, and refinement, the flagship of MEE Audio's critically acclaimed product line.

Top-tier audio performance is the primary goal of Pinnacle P1. It achieves target frequency response, clarity, and resolution while utilizing an advanced high-impedance moving coil transducer and patented acoustic diffuser. The Pinnacle P1 utilizes a proprietary 10mm moving coil driver with 50Ω impedance to improve performance at the extremes of the frequency range. While no special equipment is required to enjoy the Pinnacle P1, using a dedicated audio source or amplifier designed for higher-impedance headphones can further improve the listening experience.

The Pinnacle P1 was engineered to deliver engaging, dynamic audio with great clarity and crisp detailing. MEE Audio designed the Pinnacle P1 by combining past in-ear earphone experience with feedback from fans and critics to create a sound that is rich and musical, yet remains accurate to the source and makes audible the finest nuances in your music.

The Pinnacle P1 utilizes a proprietary 10mm moving coil driver with 50Ω impedance to improve performance at the extremes of the frequency range.The dynamic driver delivers a well-rounded bass note and slightly warm tonal character while retaining the highest levels of resolution and detailing. A copper-clad aluminum voice coil is used to reduce the driver’s moving mass, allowing for faster, more controlled driver movement and raising high frequency performance and resolution.

A proprietary sound chamber and damping scheme provide the best balance of treble extension and smooth-in-the-ear response. The P1’s patented acoustic diffuser takes advantage of the directional nature of treble (high frequency) sound waves, forcing select frequencies to resonate before reaching the ear to ensure coherency and smoothness. This effectively improves the detailing and high-frequency extension of the P1 without adding harshness, resulting in treble that is extended and energetic, but also smooth for a more realistic sound with improved detail resolution and handling of spatial cues.

Silver-plated 99.99% pure copper stereo audio cable ensures the richest detail retrieval and highest performance when using the Pinnacle P1 with high-end audio systems. For added longevity, the Pinnacle P1 utilizes detachable, user-replaceable cables with universal MMCX connectors. Both of the included cables are braided for strength and tangle-resistance, and utilize heavy-duty L-shaped plugs. Headset cable incorporates a high-quality inline microphone and remote, allowing seamless control of phone calls and music playback with compatible phones and tablets.

In addition to its timeless audio performance, the Pinnacle P1 is a beauty to look at, whilst is built to last. The earpieces are die-cast from a zinc alloy – a world’s first for in-ear earphones – and hand-polished to provide a look worthy of a flagship. Zinc alloy is more rigid and has better impact resistance than aluminum, yet offers significant weight savings compared to stainless steel, resulting in a less bulky feel in the ear.

Designed for extended listening sessions, the Pinnacle P1 features an innovative ergonomic design that can be worn two different ways and fits all ears comfortably. The unique earpiece shape and off-angle nozzle are designed to be comfortable and secure when worn in the conventional manner while also providing the option for an over-the-ear musician fit with a quick swap of the left and right cable connectors. The snug in-ear fit blocks outside noise, preventing interruptions and protecting your hearing by allowing lower-volume listening. Comply™ T-Series memory foam eartips are included to further increase noise isolation for a superior audio experience.

To ensure the best fit, comfort, and noise isolation for every listener, the Pinnacle P1 includes 6 pairs of silicone eartips and 3 pairs of Comply T-200 Premium Memory Foam eartips. A shirt clip and integrated cable cinch help keep the cord out of your way while a gold-plated ¼" (6.3mm) stereo adapter is included for compatibility with a wider range of audio gear. The premium protective carrying case features an easy-to-use magnetic closure. Each Pinnacle case also features a unique laser-etched serial number.