Meze 99 Classics

The Meze 99 Classics is a very stylish and comfortable pair of closed-back dynamic driver headphones with real walnut wooden cu that have been on the market for around a few years already. Despite their age, they remain a solid choice for those who enjoy a fun and engaging sound.

Build and Comfort

Design & Materials
The Meze 99 Classics is well-designed and fully serviceable, making them a long-lasting investment. There is no clued parts used. 

Weight:
Very lightweight at 260g, making them comfortable for extended use

Earcups: 
Made of real walnut wood, they feel smooth to the touch. The earcups itself are on the smaller side, but my ears fit well, creating a tight seal that helps with sound isolation.

Headband: 
PU-Leather self-adjusting suspension system makes for an absolutely comfortable fit. It feels superior when compared to the headband from e.g. HiFiMAN Edition XS. 

Clamping Force: 
Medium to low clamp force, with no real cup swivel, but still fits nicely

Earpads: 
PU-leather with medium-density memory foam, comfortable but quite small for people with very big ears. The earpads are not that thick. 

Cable: 
Comes with a 3m cable and another + 1.2m cable that has a microphone and remote control on it. The headphone connectors are 3.5mm. 

a The included cable transmits some slight microphonics (noise from rubbing against clothes). Be aware, not all custom cables will fit into this headphone due to the deep and slim inserted sockets. 

Carrying Case: 
A solid and well-made case is included, that also has a little pouch to store the cable and adapters. However, more space would be nice to store the headphones without unplugging the cable every time.

Audio Quality

Bass: 
Cleaner and more controlled compared to the Neo 99.
Less boomy and loose, offering a tighter and more refined low end.
If you prefer a more neutral bass presentation, the Classics are the better choice over the Neo.

Midrange: 
Engaging and slightly more natural in tone compared to the Neo 99.
Instruments sound more lifelike, adding to the realism of the sound.

Treble: 
More expressive top-end than the Neo 99.
Slightly harsher treble presentation compared to the smoother tuning of the Neo 99.

Detail & Resolution: 
he Classics offer better detail retrieval than the Neo 99.
More neutral and balanced, making them a better choice for those who don’t want overly emphasized bass.
   

Soundstage:
Well-presented and nicely layered soundstage.
Doesn’t feel overly intimate despite being a closed-back headphone.

Amplification

Power Requirements:
32 Ohms impedance, 103 dB sensitivity → Easy to drive on almost any source.
Gets fairly loud even from basic DAC/amps, dongle DACs, or onboard PC audio.

Price

These can be purchased for around 309€~
You can get 20% off via this link and the discount " girl20 ". 

Boom Mic-Option

This headphone can be purchased and used with Meze's Boom Mic

Conclusion

The Meze 99 Classics are a great choice for those who want a premium, well-built closed-back headphone with a more refined sound signature.
Compared to the Neo 99, they offer a more natural tonality, tighter bass, and better detail, but with a slightly more pronounced treble.
If you love the look of real wood and a more premium feel, the Classics are a solid pick. If you prefer a warmer, more bass-heavy sound, the Neo 99 might be more to your taste.