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64/ 100
Good
HearWiki score
Pricey for what it is
$350
typical price, USD
Still sold newupdated 
At a glance
- Brand
- Meze
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- closed
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2015
Score breakdowngood overall
Sound7.3
Value7.2
Experience a truly premium headset ideal for both gaming and remote work! The 99 Classics have long been a staple in the audiophile world, delivering warm, fun audio with pristine clarity and impeccable build quality. Paired with the unmatched vocal clarity of our Boom Mic, this combo is greater than the sum of its parts—a perfect unity of natural sound and top-tier build.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Meze 99 Classics are a wired, closed-back over-ear headphone that blends a striking walnut and metal design with a warm, engaging sound signature. Their 32-ohm impedance makes them easy to drive from most devices, while the detachable cable and included mic-equipped option add everyday practicality. For listeners seeking a stylish, comfortable pair with a fun, bass-forward character rather than analytical neutrality, these deliver strong value.
What works
- Beautiful craftsmanship with walnut and metal build
- Warm, lively sound with punchy bass and crisp highs
- Comfortable fit for extended listening sessions
- Easy to drive thanks to 32-ohm impedance
- Detachable cable with included microphone option
What doesn't
- Mid-bass can become excessive for some tastes
- Limited feature set given the price, lacking Bluetooth and ANC
- Bulky shape may not suit all users
- Microphone placement is awkward for calls
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz - 25 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz - 25 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW |
Wireless
| Codecs | SBC |
|---|---|
| Multipoint pairing | No |
Battery
| Wireless charging | No |
|---|
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| Controls | buttons |
| Voice assistant | No |
Design
| Weight | 260 g |
|---|---|
| Water resistance | none |
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
| Balanced connection | Yes |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|
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10:06Meze 99 Classics Review
The reviewer finds the Meze 99 Classics to be a stylish, well-built, and fun-sounding headphone with a punchy, bass-heavy signature. It's not a clinical or analytical headphone, but it excels for casual listening, movies, and gaming, especially as a travel-friendly closed-back option. The main drawbacks are the recessed treble, average soundstage, and proprietary cables.
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6:46Not a review of the Meze 99 Classics headphones
The reviewer describes the Meze 99 Classics as a stylish, comfortable, and easy-to-drive headphone that excels at making music sound fun and enjoyable rather than analytical. It is praised for its consistency across different amplifiers and its forgiving nature with poorly recorded music, making it an ideal choice for relaxed listening sessions. The reviewer notes it is not the most transparent or accurate headphone, but considers this a positive trait for its intended use.
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9:36Return of a Classic! Meze 99 Classics V2 Review
The reviewer finds the Meze 99 Classics V2 to be a successful subtle update to the original, improving bass linearity and reducing boxiness while maintaining the beloved V-shaped sound signature. They consider it a worthwhile purchase for new buyers, though not a necessary upgrade for existing owners of the original.
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30:36New vs. Old. Meze 99 Classics V2 review
The reviewer compares the Meze 99 Classics V2 to the original, noting that while the V2 retains the premium build and looks, it has a more balanced sound signature that addresses the original's excessive bass. He finds the V2 to be a well-rounded, easy-to-drive headphone with excellent build quality and accessories, making it a strong value at $350, though he notes some minor issues like the lack of a balanced cable and the need to detach the cable for the case.
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