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Enhanced, Updated Version of an Iconic Industry Classic
Since their release in 2015, Meze Audio's 99 Classics have undeniably left a big impact on the headphone cultural landscape. In this sense, they have become iconic, a symbol. To celebrate their 10th anniversary, the 99 Classics 2nd Gen come with a number of meaningful enhancements, all the while preserving the spirit of the original.
The 99 Classics 2nd Generation embodies Meze Audio's ongoing pursuit of timeless sound and design. Built upon a foundation of natural materials and precision engineering, this enhanced headphone continues the legacy that began ten years ago, combining warmth and musicality with enhanced clarity and comfort.
Everything that made the original 99 Classics an instant legend is still present – the magnetic and inviting sound, the seamless comfort, the use of premium materials, the timeless design aesthetic. It’s all here. However, upon closer inspection and audition, the differences become more apparent.
Praise for the Original Model 99 Classics
"The Meze 99 Classics are simply a great headphone!" raves Tyll Hertsens, who honored it with a Wall of Fame Award in his innerfidelity.com review. "Time after time as I compared these cans against others in its category I found them not only superior in balance and natural sound, but also delivering a far more fun listening experience than competitors."
"I was immediately taken with the 99 Classics' top-to-bottom coherence: a generally even tonal spread, with no part of the audio band dominating the rest," reports Ken Micallef at Stereophile.com. "Depending on your playback equipment, the 99 Classics should provide hours of sonic sustenance with zero listening fatigue and maximum enjoyment."
Walnut Wood Ear Cups
The 2nd Generation features genuine, sustainable walnut wood ear cups. Walnut wood is strong and durable, yet lightweight and malleable. For a beautiful look, the cups are CNC-machined, then hand-finished, stained, and polished. You'll love the style as much as you love the sound. The increased earcup volume provides greater internal space for comfort and acoustic depth.
Two Tonalities – Classic and 2nd Generation
These headphones boast a balanced, neutral sound signature. They are carefully tuned to enhance separation, imaging, and soundstage for natural, lifelike presentation. Enhanced acoustic sealing provides improved isolation across key junctions for distraction-free listening.
For those seeking a sound closer to the original 99 Classics, the 2nd Gen comes with a set of acoustic absorbers, allowing you to shift the balance towards a warmer signature, if that's what you prefer.
Self-Adjustable Headband and Detachable Ear Pads
The vertically self-adjusting vegan leather headband, in combination with a spring steel band with a large active area, delivers a level of comfort that has been praised throughout the headphones industry.
Crafted from medium-density foam and soft vegan leather, the ear pads now feature a secure clip-in system with six clips per pad, making them easier to attach, remove, and replace. Like all Meze Audio headphone components, they are designed for long-term comfort and serviceability.
Each Pair is Hand-Assembled
Each pair of headphones is hand-assembled using walnut wood ear cups, zinc alloy hardware, and a self-adjusting headband for a perfect fit. These enduring design elements meet a new generation of acoustic refinements, ensuring that the 99 Classics remain as iconic today as when they first debuted.
These are ideal headphones for enthusiastic audiophiles and music lovers who value natural, non-fatiguing sound and fine materials. Design-conscious headphone listeners who want performance and aesthetics need look no further than the 99 Classics 2nd Generation.
Cable, Adapters, and Case Included
For convenience and listening flexibility with home and mobile sources, the 99 Classics 2nd Gen come with a carrying case, quality cable, and adapters.
Widened input sockets allow for a wider range of cables and secure connections. The included Dual-Twisted OFC Cable delivers durability and natural tonal transparency. The included adapters are ready for any setup, featuring a USB-C DAC / AMP for mobile use and a gold-plated jack for studio or hi-fi playback.
Sustainable by Design
If we want to slow down replacement cycles and create something to be enjoyed for years, we need to find solutions for anything that could go wrong before it even happens. That’s why Meze Audio makes the 99 Classics fully serviceable. Whether it's the ear cups, headband, cables, or driver, all pieces are replaceable.
