Over-Ear
Erzetich Air
55Average
$3,260
Full review dataErzetich Air vs ZMF Tessidera: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the ZMF Tessidera comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 88. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: ZMF Tessidera - Outstanding overall at around $2500.
Over-Ear
ZMF Tessidera
88Outstanding
$2,500
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Erzetich Air
Sound6.0
Value3.0
ZMF Tessidera
Sound9.2
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Erzetich Air | ZMF Tessidera |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $3,260 | $2,500 |
| HearWiki score | 55 / 100 · Average | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2020 | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | Planar magnetic | Planar magnetic with 1-micron diaphragm |
| Driver size | - | 80 mm |
| Drivers per side | - | 1 |
| Frequency response | - | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 43 Ω | 35 Ω |
| Sensitivity | - | 92 dB/mW |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Design | ||
| Weight | - | 570 g |
| Model code | Charybdis | - |
What reviewers said
Erzetich Air
The Erzetich Air is a high-end planar magnetic over-ear headphone priced around $3260, designed for wired listening without active noise cancellation. It features a 43-ohm impedance and a substantial 740-gram build, suggesting a focus on audiophile-grade sound quality rather than portability or convenience.
- Pro:Planar magnetic drivers offer detailed, low-distortion sound
- Pro:High-end price point reflects premium materials and construction
- Pro:Wired design ensures consistent, lossless audio transmission
- Con:Heavy 740-gram weight may cause discomfort during long sessions
- Con:No active noise cancellation limits use in noisy environments
- Con:Expensive for most consumers, targeting niche audiophiles only
ZMF Tessidera
The Tessidera is a premium open-back planar headphone that channels ZMF's signature warm, musical tuning into a planar driver format. It delivers a smooth, full-bodied sound with particularly rich vocals and natural timbre, all while being relatively easy to drive for a high-end model. The build is solid overall, though the stock grill finish shows minor cosmetic imperfections.
- Pro:Smooth, full-bodied tuning with rich vocals
- Pro:Excellent timbre and natural instrument reproduction
- Pro:Relatively easy to drive despite large 80mm drivers
- Con:Mid-forward balance can vary with amplifier pairing
- Con:Minor cosmetic roughness on the stock grill
- Con:Heavy at 570g, requiring a sturdy headphone stand
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