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Driver Type: Dynamic
Input Connector: Dual 3.5 mm TS Jack
Driver Size: 40 mm
Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.1% at 1 kHz
Frequency Range: 15 Hz – 25 kHz
Ear Cups: Walnut Wood
Impedance: 16 Ω
Weight: 290 g (10.23 oz)
Sensitivity: 103 dB SPL/mW at 1 kHz
Meze Audio - 99 Classics Headphones ( Gen. 2nd )
Since their release in 2015, the 99 Classics have undeniably left a big impact on the headphone cultural landscape. In this sense, they have become iconic, a symbol. The second generation features a number of meaningful enhancements, while preserving the spirit of the original.
Sound signature: neutral, balanced. Engaging bass, clear mids and highs, inviting, and non-fatiguing
40 mm dynamic drivers
Built using premium materials – walnut wood, spring steel, cast zinc
Detachable memory foam ear pads with clip-on mechanism
Dual-twisted, Kevlar-wrapped OFC cable
Custom 3.5 mm to USB-C adapter with integrated DAC/AMP
World-class ergonomic design for all-day comfort
Endless serviceability - every component can be replaced
Since their release in 2015, the 99 Classics have undeniably made a significant impact on headphone culture, becoming an iconic symbol. Created to bring life and passion to what are often seen as purely technical objects, these headphones are viewed as vessels celebrating artistic expression and individuality.
A decade later, that vision remains the driving force behind the 2nd Generation 99 Classics, which introduce several meaningful enhancements while preserving the original spirit.
The same iconic silhouette endures, maintaining the magnetic and inviting sound, seamless comfort, premium materials, and timeless design aesthetic that made the original an instant classic. Yet, on closer inspection and listening, the improvements become clear.
The tuning direction of the 2nd Gen 99 Classics shifts towards a more balanced, neutral signature. The bass remains engaging but slightly more restrained, allowing mids and treble to reveal greater clarity. This results in a versatile headphone that keeps the original’s musical warmth while delivering improved balance and detail.
Driver matching has been refined through a mixed cosine function and level-adjustment algorithms to reduce inter-driver variance in mid and high frequencies, enhancing stereo image stability and providing a more consistent listening experience across pairs.
Quick Specs:
Driver: 40 mm dynamic
Frequency response: 15 Hz – 25 kHz
Impedance: 16 Ω
Weight: ~290 g
Closed‑back over‑ear design
