The Meze Audio 99 Classics (2nd Gen) updates one of Meze’s most recognizable headphone designs with a series of acoustic and ergonomic refinements while preserving the original’s signature combination of natural materials, comfort, and musical performance. Designed as a premium closed-back headphone for everyday high-fidelity listening, the 99 Classics 2nd Gen delivers a balanced, engaging sound with improved clarity, imaging, and consistency.
 
The 99 Classics 2nd Gen features 40 mm dynamic drivers housed in handcrafted walnut wood ear cups. The updated tuning moves closer to a neutral and balanced presentation, with controlled bass, clearer midrange detail, and improved treble refinement while maintaining the smooth, enjoyable character that made the original 99 Classics popular.
 
Meze refined the acoustic design with increased ear cup volume, improved internal sealing, a dedicated bass port, and a redesigned baffle structure. These changes improve low-frequency control, stereo imaging, and instrument separation while reducing unwanted resonances within the enclosure.
 
The updated driver matching process improves consistency between left and right channels, helping create a more stable stereo image and a more precise listening experience. The redesigned ear pads also contribute to the revised tuning while improving comfort and long-term wearability.
 
Built with Meze’s focus on durability and serviceability, the 99 Classics 2nd Gen uses premium materials including walnut wood ear cups, spring steel, and cast zinc hardware. The self-adjusting headband provides a comfortable fit, while replaceable components allow the headphone to be maintained over time.
 
With its combination of real wood construction, easy drive requirements, refined tuning, and timeless design, the Meze Audio 99 Classics (2nd Gen) is an ideal headphone for listeners looking for a premium closed-back design that works equally well with dedicated headphone systems, portable DAC/amps, and everyday music listening setups.
 
Key Features
Premium closed-back circumaural dynamic headphones
Updated 2nd generation acoustic tuning
40 mm dynamic drivers
Handcrafted walnut wood ear cups
Balanced tuning with controlled bass and improved clarity
Redesigned internal acoustic architecture
Increased ear cup volume for improved low-frequency control
Dedicated bass port for improved consistency
Refined driver matching for improved stereo imaging
Self-adjusting spring steel headband
Cast zinc hardware with premium finish
Replaceable ear pads, cables, headband, and drivers