Meze – 99 Classics

Designed in Romania Warm & Smooth Sound Signature 1 Year ofWarranty Ideal forAudiophiles Ideal for CasualMusic Listening Ideal forTaking Calls Closed-BackDesign Works withAndroid & iOS Replaceable Cables These were my first pair of serious Headphones. I would listen to every genre track on them. It’s gorgeous to look at, and sounds better than anything else in the segment. They’re timeliness. I hope to hand them to my kids someday. RAGHAV SOMANI Headphone Guru About Raghav Somani Raghav Somani is the Founder & CEO of Headphone Zone. An avid audiophile and musician since 2008, his choice of headphones include STAX Electrostats, Audeze LCD 3, and for music on the go, the JH Audio Roxanne + Astell&Kern SP1000 is never too far away. On his playlist, you’ll find A.R. Rahman, Michael Jackson, and the Eagles. DESCRIPTION A HEADPHONE AS UNIQUE AND AWESOME AS YOU! Experience pure luxury in terms of looks and sound with the Meze 99 Classics. This headphone has been lovingly handcrafted from wood and the satin-finished wood grain makes each headphone unique, just like your fingerprint. With these, Meze has worked to change the perception of headphones from being seen as technical devices or cheap plastic accessories to a mature product that you’ll fall in love with. A RICH NATURAL SOUND Enjoy a crisp, balanced sound with the Meze 99 Classics. The 40mm neodymium drivers offer a clear, undistorted sound. Just sit back and put these on to enjoy the gorgeous sound of plucked strings, upbeat grooves or thumping beats that’s natural and lifelike. In addition, the snug medium density memory foam keeps away noise while offering superior noise isolation. HIGH-QUALITY AND LUXURY IN EVERY ELEMENT Apart from wood, the 99 Classics also use cast zinc and manganese spring steel. The headband ensures even pressure for long listening sessions. The headpad and earpads are made from PU leather. Everything is then put together using nuts and bolts. This makes the headphone fully serviceable. The entire headphone is made from only premium materials, no glue or plastic. MADE WITH CARE USING AN EXTENSIVE PROCESS Each Meze 99 Classics takes almost 45 days to be made. The wood used is harvested from mature trees that have reached the end of their life cycle. This ensures that there is no harm done to the environment while giving you that rich, natural sound. To further enhance the colours, the wood goes through extensive air drying and shaping by hand and CNC machines, a process that takes almost 8 hours. It then goes through sanding, lacquering, finishing, careful inspection and is finally assembled. Specs AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS DRIVERS 40mm IMPEDANCE 32Ohms SENSITIVITY 103dB FREQUENCY RESPONSE 15Hz – 25,000Hz RATED INPUT POWER 30mW MAXIMUM INPUT POWER 50mW CONTROLS & CONNECTIVITY WIRED CONNECTION 3.5mm MICROPHONE Yes REMOTE 1-Button COMPATIBILITY Universal DESIGN & BUILD WEARING STYLE Over-ear WEIGHT 260g GRILL Closed Back EAR-CUPS Walnut Wood CABLE Kevlar OFC cable IN THE BOX BOX CONTENTS 1. Meze – 99 Classics Headphones 2. Case: Hard EVA carrying pouch 3. Cable: 1.2m thread Kevlar OFC with Mic and remote 4. Cable: 3m thread Kevlar OFC 5. Adapter: 6.3mm gold-plated jack 6. Airplane jack adapter 6. Cable pouch COMPARISONS Meze – 99 Classics ₹ 26,999/- ₹ 30,999/- SEE MORE V-MODA – Crossfade M-100 Master ₹ 19,990/- ₹ 21,990/- SEE MORE Audeze – LCD-1 ₹ 29,990/- ₹ 34,990/- SEE MORE Focal – Listen Professional ₹ 28,655/- SEE MORE Warranty Sound Signature Balanced V-Shaped Balanced Balanced Housing Wooden Aircraft Grade Metal Hard Plastic Hard Plastic Wearing Style Over-Ear Over-Ear Over-Ear Over-Ear Design Closed Back Closed Back Open Back Closed Back Detachable Cable Best for Casual Listening Casual Listening/On-Stage Casual Listening / Studio Monitoring Casual Listening / Studio Monitoring Microphone Carry Case Experts Verdict “The Meze 99 Classic’s pace is smooth, slightly languid and with reasonable levels of bass decay and a slight mid-bass emphasis.”Headfonics “The V-Moda M-100 Master is a compelling pair of headphones. Its price hits the sweet spot for premium cans and durability is leagues ahead of the competition.”Soundguys “LCD-1 have been engineered for comfort, convenience, and premium quality sound. It delivers tuned audio in a compact and travel-friendly package perfect for audiophile listening and mixing.”Headfonia SEE MORE SEE MORE SEE MORE SEE MORE FAQs What is the warranty period on the Meze 99 Classics? The warranty period on all Meze Audio products is 1 year. Read more about Meze warranty. Is the Meze – 99 Classics foldable? No, you cannot fold the headphones but you could definitely detach the cable for portability. Which devices are compatible with the Meze 99 Classics? The Meze 99 Classics are compatible with all Android and iOS devices that has a 3.5mm audio jack slot. Does Meze 99 Classics have Noise cancellation? No, it has a noise isolation feature thanks to it’s closed back on ear design and fit. Noise isolation just minimilizes the sound to a certain extent while still being able to hear the surrounding commotions of life. I love bass. Will I be happy with how these sound? It is not bass heavy but rather a very warm sound signature that means it will have good clarity and a bit enhanced bass. Will the Meze – 99 Classics need an Amp? The Meze 99 Classics will not usually need an amp, but if you are a bass lover then you will love the extra oomph the amp will add. Is the carry case provided with the Meze – 99 Classics? Yes it does come with a EVA carry case for comfortable portability and protection from damaging the headphones. How does Meze 99 Classics being made of wood make a difference? The 99 Classic come with a wooden finish that add more warmth to the overall sound. What is the difference between Meze – 99 Classics and Meze – 99 Neo? To understand the difference between these two headphones I would highly recommend you to check this blog out; Meze 99 Classics vs Meze 99 Neo. How do I know I’m making the right choice? We understand that choosing a headphone can be a tough job having being given so many variations so this blog should help simplfy your doubts on the right choice on headphones BUYING GUIDE 10+ of the Best Over Ear Headphones in 2020 by Abhijeeth Shetty May 09, 2020 Over-ear headphones are one of the most popular types of headphones. They are known to be of higher quality, delivering better performance in comparison to the other types. Read More Best Headphones for Dolby Atmos by Abhijeeth Shetty June 13, 2020 This list of Dolby Atmos headphones will help you experience the dynamics, depth, detail and clarity of audio like never before. Read More Warranty & Media Reviews 1 Year Warranty Don’t sweat it, this Meze 99 Classics comes with a 1 year warranty from MEZE that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer’s warranty. Read more about Meze’s warranty in India. Sealed Over-Ear Headphone VGP LifestyleMay, 2020 Product Design Winner A’ Design AwardMay, 2016 Best Midrange Headphone Headphone Book JapanMay, 2018 Sealed Over-Ear Headphone Innerfidelity Wall of FameFeb, 2017 Gouptest Winner Hi-Fi Choice AwardMay, 2016 Editors’ Choice Award PC Mag AwardOct, 2015 Portable Over-Ear Headphone Audio Bacon Finest CutsJun, 2016 Value-Priced Headphone Hi-Fi+ AwardJuly, 2016 Editor’s Choice Award The Master Switch AwardJuly, 2018 Hi-Fi Portable Award Audiphile MagazineNov, 2016 Sealed Over-Ear Headphone VGP Lifestyle SummerMay, 2019 Price-quality category Hi-Fi Philosophy AwardDec, 2016 “99 Classics is for those who demand an emotional experience when listening to music, they deliver proper engagement whether driven by smartphone.” Read More “For the money I don’t think you can do better than these 99 Classic headphones from Meze. Their design is stylish while the comfort levels are superb.” Read More “The Meze 99 Classics are handsomely designed headphones that deliver an exciting audio experience. With comfortable fit and lots of accessories.” Read More “Meze 99 Classics have a pneumatic, even-handed, ear-neutral sound. Highs are crisp and shimmery; their even, laterally wide sound pressure and energy.” Read More “They look beautiful, sound great and are much more exclusive than other headphones of this type. For me it is one of the most interesting models in this price range.” Read More “I have a very hard time thinking of a headphone I’ve had more fun listening to; the urge to bop my head and tap my toes was irresistible at time.” Read More “Here we get color variants, increased serviceability, and great build quality wrapped up in one with the Meze 99 Classics.” Read More “”The Meze 99 Classics are beautifully crafted headphones that offer a delightful experience in every sense, from their wood and metal construction, aesthetic details” Read More “If you are looking for a good looking pair of headphones and offer a sound signature which will bring a smile to your face every time you listen, you cannot go wrong with the 99 Classics.” Read More “Overall a beautiful looking headphone,very comfortable and with a good balanced sound ,good mids,voices and instruments always sound right,natural,highs with good air, nice sparkle on top.” Read More “Wearing the 99 Classics was a joy mostly. They were light and comfortable, even for very long listening sessions spanning hours. In fact, the more I wore them, the more I liked wearing them.” Read More “The Meze 99 Classic’s pace is smooth, slightly languid and with reasonable levels of bass decay and a slight mid-bass emphasis.” Read More “This is an absolutely beautiful and well-made pair of headphones. The sound is fun, detailed, and reasonably lively, working well with high-resolution audio and a good personal audio setup.” Read More