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Meze Audio 99 CLASSICS WALNUT SILVER
DESIGNED FOR THOSE WHO KNOW
Dive into a world where passion meets functionality. Created for the music enthusiasts who put sound and build quality first, the 99 Classics are made to transcend fast-changing trends, becoming true heirlooms.
ONE OF A KIND
When it comes to wood patterns, there’s never two alike. Age, color, texture and grain come into play to create a pair of headphones as unique as you. Put them on, lean back, and enjoy!
We created the 99 Classics to show that technical accessories can be more than just about performance. We view headphones as vessels that contain our love for artistic expression and celebrate individuality. Every little detail matters.
The choice of wood is an inherently difficult one. The rich colors of walnut require the use of air drying, a long and expensive procedure.
The process of shaping just a single pair of earcups takes up to 8 hours. The whole process of sanding, lacquering, and finishing lasts 45 days.
One last step is left - a careful inspection of the wooden parts, to ensure that no imperfections pass through.
SUSTAINABLE BY DESIGN
We think about our headphones breaking from the earliest stages of product development. If we want to slow down replacement cycles and create something to be enjoyed for years, we have to find solutions for anything that could go wrong before it even happens.
That’s why we make the 99 Classics fully serviceable. Earcups, headband, cables or driver, all pieces are replaceable.
WALNUT WOOD EAR CUPS
Treasured for their rich, dark color and beautiful grain, walnut trees are strong and durable, yet lightweight and malleable. The cups are CNC carved then hand-finished, stained and polished.
CAST ZINC HARDWARE
The metal hardware on the frame is made out of cast zinc alloy hardware with electroplated coating, finished in gold or silver.
SELF-ADJUSTABLE HEADBAND
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.
DETACHABLE EAR PADS
Crafted from medium-density foam and soft vegan leather, the ear pads are designed for easy replacement when needed, providing sustained comfort over time.
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The Meze 99 Classics delivers perfect natural sound even to the pickiest of audio lovers. The walnut wood ear cups, soft ear pads, and the spring steel headband will make the 99 Classics an heirloom rather than just a pair of headphones.
WHAT COMES WITH YOUR HEADPHONES
1.2 m thread Kevlar OFC with Mic and remote & 3 m thread Kevlar OFC
Cable pouch
6.3 mm & airplane jack adapter
Hard EVA carrying pouch
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Professional Reviews 87/100
Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
86/100
Comfort Fit
91/100
Build Quality
89/100
Features Usability
83/100
Value for Money
85/100
The Meze 99 Classics pair natural midrange warmth with deep, controlled bass for an inviting closed-back listen that flatters vocals and bass-led tracks. What Hi-Fi? also highlights their focused clarity, crisp but smooth treble, premium walnut styling and genuinely effortless long-session comfort—an elegant wired headphone built for relaxed musical immersion.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Deep, well-defined bass delivers satisfying weight without becoming overbearing.
Naturally warm, vocal-forward midrange combines with clear, focused overall presentation.
Light, comfortable design supports hours of listening, including for wearers with glasses.
Premium walnut-and-metal aesthetic is backed by sturdy construction.
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Cons
Soundstage is relatively intimate, and leading rivals offer greater transparency and technical precision.
Smooth tuning can soften the rhythmic punch and excitement of upbeat music.
Wood lacquer showed slight wear along the earcup edge during testing.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 86/100
The 99 Classics combine full-bodied warmth with clear, focused delivery and a smooth, easy-going balance. Their chief trade-offs are less explicit detail and rhythmic drive than the strongest rivals, plus a relatively intimate closed-back presentation.
Bass
90/100
What Hi-Fi praises bass that is impressively deep, solid and well defined. It carries satisfying weight without becoming fat or overbearing.
Midrange
91/100
The midrange is described as naturally warm, with vocals brought convincingly into focus. This rich, inviting treatment appears to be a central part of the Meze's appeal.
Treble
87/100
Crisp upper frequencies help the headphones sound balanced and snappy, while their smoothness supports long, relaxed listening. The review would like a little more bite, however, suggesting the presentation favours fluidity over attack.
Resolution Detail
84/100
The review finds good overall clarity and insight, but says the 99 Classics are not as crystal clear or technically precise as class-leading alternatives such as the Austrian Audio Hi-X55. Fine detail is presented more warmly than analytically.
Soundstage Imaging
84/100
The soundstage is not especially spacious for a closed-back design, but the presentation remains clear and focused. Imaging is therefore more about coherence and directness than expansive scale.
Dynamics
80/100
The Mezes can soften the rhythmic punch and enthusiasm of upbeat material. Their smooth, full-bodied character is engaging, but they do not deliver the most forceful sense of drive.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Comfort Fit
91/100
What Hi-Fi listened for hours both with and without glasses and found the headphones light and comfortable rather than burdensome. This is strong evidence for genuinely easy long-session wear.
Build Quality
89/100
The walnut-cup design is described as premium-looking, while the construction is specifically called sturdy. Reviewers also note that the comfort is satisfying, complementing the considered physical design.
Features Usability
83/100
The dual 3.5 mm cable connection is a practical removable-cable arrangement for a wired headphone. The review focuses more on comfort and styling than on accessories or long-term serviceability.
Value for Money
85/100
At roughly $259-$319, the 99 Classics sit in a competitive mid-priced wired-headphone segment. The review calls them an appetising option, though it also identifies technically stronger class rivals and does not make a direct value claim.
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