Meze Audio 99 Classics – 2nd Generation

Meze 99 Classics – 2nd Generation is a meeting of tradition and innovation. They preserve the warm, inviting, and iconic sound of the original, but present it in a more precise, balanced, and technically refined form.

These are headphones that celebrate craftsmanship, respect the music, and are made to be used for years.

Highlights

• Refined tuning with a more neutral and balanced sound signature
• Driver matching with advanced algorithms for a better stereo image
• Increased cabinet volume and improved acoustic control
• Precision sealing and new bass port for consistent low-frequency reproduction
• New acoustically transparent baffle construction
• Redesigned earpads with clip-on system and optimized tonal balance
• Handcrafted earcups in solid walnut wood
• Self-adjusting vegan leather headband
• Upgraded OFC cable with Kevlar and improved flexibility
• Larger 7 mm input socket compatible with both slim and large plugs
• Included USB-C DAC/AMP for modern devices
• Fully service-friendly design – all parts can be replaced

An icon in improved form

Everything that made the original 99 Classics a classic has been preserved: the warm and inviting Meze sound, the timeless design, and the exceptional comfort. But beneath the surface, much is new. The internal acoustic geometry has been reworked, cabinet volume has been increased, the baffle design is more transparent, and all joints have been given improved sealing to ensure more consistent performance from pair to pair.

Increased volume in the earcups

The larger internal volume lowers internal resonances and provides more control in the bass. At the same time, standing waves are reduced, improving clarity and definition throughout the lower register.

New baffle architecture

The redesigned baffle is more open and airy. Reducing diffraction and acoustic resistance in front of the driver minimizes high-frequency artifacts and provides a cleaner, more natural presentation.

Redesigned earpads for better sound and comfort

The earpads have been reshaped to increase front-cavity volume and adjust the tonal balance in the midrange. The clip-on mechanism replaces the previous stretch-skirt solution and ensures perfect alignment, consistent performance, and easier replacement.

Materials with character – no two pairs are the same

Each set of 99 Classics is unique. The natural variations in color, texture, and grain of the walnut wood mean that no two earcups are identical. The wood is slowly air-dried to preserve its natural properties, after which each cup is CNC-milled and hand-finished in a process that spans 45 days.

This results in headphones that are as aesthetically unique as their owner.

Comfort developed over a decade

The self-adjusting vegan leather headband and flexible spring steel frame make 99 Classics famous for their comfort. The earcups rest naturally without pressure points, and the weight is distributed so evenly that they can be worn for hours without fatigue.