Over-Ear
ZMF Ori 3.0
84Great
$2400
Full review dataZMF Ori 3.0 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
$2500
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
ZMF Ori 3.0
Sound8.5
Value7.0
ZMF Tessidera
Sound9.2
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | ZMF Ori 3.0 | ZMF Tessidera |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $2400 | $2500 |
| HearWiki score | 84 / 100 · Great | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2017 | 2026 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 80 mm planar-magnetic diaphragm with 6 µm Kapton film; CAMS magnet system; ADS rear-wave tuning | Planar magnetic with 1-micron diaphragm |
| Driver size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drivers per side | 2 | 2 |
| Frequency response | - | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Impedance | 60 Ω | 35 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 95 dB/mW | 92 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 540 g | 570 g |
What reviewers said
ZMF Ori 3.0
The ZMF Ori 3.0 is a premium closed-back planar headphone that combines deep, powerful bass with a warm, musical character. Its standout feature is a tuning plug system and multiple pad options, allowing users to tailor the sound to their preferences. While it excels in build quality and low-end impact, its soundstage is more intimate than some of ZMF's other flagship closed-back models, and its high price reflects its boutique craftsmanship.
- Pro:Exceptional bass depth and weight
- Pro:Highly tunable via plug and pad system
- Pro:Premium, handmade build quality
- Con:Very expensive for a closed-back headphone
- Con:Soundstage is not as expansive as pricier ZMF models
- Con:No noise cancellation or wireless features
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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