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Over the top quality for the price.

Remarkable sound! When amped and dac'ed up i find myself turning down the main volume lower than I usually listen. Maybe I'm getting old, but it seems lower 60db. Is perfect.

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Great sound from rock and roll to jazz. The highs and lows are there. Grateful Dead soundboards are amazing!

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These sound awesome, weather you're connecting to your cellphone, or a DAC unit. Crank it up, no distortion! I couldn't be happier.

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Absolutely amazing sound

There are amazing in every way! Super comfortable and easy to wear for extended periods, sometimes I get involved with my vinyl collection or digital stuff, but man I love these phones. Makes no difference what I'm listening to, these are great. It's interesting that whether the volume is low, moderate, or loud, these really are so smooth sounding, and very natural. The sound stage is just fantastic. No regrets whatsoever. Super pleased with the Meze 99 Classic.

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beautiful

These headphones are beautifully made! They sound great and feel great. The only con would be that they are so good, so sensitive that they sound great at volume one. I almost wish my computer had a volume lower than one.

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I want to love these

Very bass forward but not punchy. They are warm sounding and very isolating. The detail is adequate but not as high as other headphones. The esthetic of these is amazing as is the build quality. I want to love these so much, unfortunately, my ears get very warm in the cups after a half hour of listening to an album. Most likely I am going to return these.

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Comfortable

I have been very happy with these headphones. Reviews said how comfortable they are and I did not believe it. I was wrong. There is none of the head squeezing or ear sweating I have experienced with other headphones. Been using them via dongle with my iphone. If I move around too much without paying attention the connection gets broken but that is not the headphone's fault. The audio quality is good. I listened to various recordings of Vivaldi's Four Seasons to see if I could tell the difference. I could hear a variety of unique details that allowed me to distinguish the recordings. Not using an external DAC. Will be curious how much better the sound will be if I add one. I have been travelling with them and with the closed back I don't miss the sound cancellation of my old Sony's.

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Meze Audio 99 Classics

Being new to headphones I have nothing to compare the Meze Classics to. As for my satisfaction I give them an A+. Being a conservative person (tightwad), I have to wonder how much the packaging and carrying case added to the cost.

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I wasn't expecting this

I have a pair of NAD VISO HP50 headphones and loved the sound but after wearing them for an extended period they became quite uncomfortable. While looking for another pair of lighter weight closed back headphones that were reasonably priced I found the Meze Audio 99 Classics. I can wear them for hours without feeling like uncle Fester with a Jorgensen clamp on his head. They actually sound a tad bit better than the HP 50's and the stereo separation is stellar. Overall I can recommend giving these 99 Classics a listen.

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Outstanding sound. Put George Benson through them for about two hours from Yamaha receiver and cd player. They should be hard wired without detachable wires. Some issue at first with connections but went away as they settled in. I expect the sound to improve even more with use.

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Best sound ever

Crutchfield never disappoints they are great headphones

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I freaking LOVE these headphones! Stop reading reviews and buy them. Give them a little time to break in, feed them high resolution music and maybe a cheap dragonfly DAC (DAC not required but makes a difference). Absolute Bliss! I have many other earbuds, ear monitors, and headphones. These are my by far my favorite. Some others have more detail but give me headaches after an hour or two. I never get fatigued or a headache from these and I wear them at work sometimes for 6 hours straight.

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It seemed very harsh on the high end. Maybe people like that sound, but I enjoy more of a bass sound since Classic Rock is my music choices. I put it up against the Grado. Some loved the meze and some loved the Grado. Personal choice, always

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High Performing Headphones

The Meze Audio 99 Classics are dynamic headphones that are extremely comfortable to wear, with an impressive build quality for headphones that list for just north of $300. One of the secrets to their comfort is the ingenious headband that automatically adjusts to the wearer's head without the need for fussy adjustments. The sound signature is open with good tonal balance and plenty of bass weight. There are lots of headphones in the 99 Classics price range, but it is hard to imagine a finer pair of headphones for the price. Highly recommended.

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Hot Springs

Just received these Meze 99 Classic headphones and I'm truly impressed. Have so far listened to Slayer, Sepultura, Scorpions, Johnny Cash and now David Allen Coe. Everything sounds really really good, I haven't noticed any of the excessive bass a lot of people have commented on, they just sound really good. I have turned them up about as loud as I can stand and zero distortion, just really clear and loud music.

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Very happy with my new Meze Audio 99 Classics. They are very comfortable and the music sounds great coming through them on my Yamaha AS 801 and on my Bose PC speakers

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Very fine and affordable head phones.

These are the best headphones I've ever listened to. I'm not a head phone connoisseur or anything but I've listened to other head phones such as Grado and Bose. These have better bass than my open back Grados. They absolutely KILL my old Bose head phones. At this price point I don't think I could have done ANY better. The fit on these is GREAT. They stay put on my head without any pressure or discomfort.

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The headphones are absolutely great. The 3 star rating is because I bought an open box and the manual was not included. You clearly state that all documentation and accessories will be included. I don't appreciate being lied to!

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Shaun, we're sorry you're disappointed you didn't receive a manual with your headphones. To help save on costs and protect the environment, many products don't include an owner's manual in the box. Manufacturers either include it on a disc or send you to their website to download it. However, one of our tech support Advisors, Josh, takes the time to scan the manuals for products we carry, so you can access them right from our web site. The first item appearing in the "What's in the box?" section for a product on our site is a link to the owner's manual. You can view it in your browser or download it to your computer.

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Very nice looking, comfortable, and sound great. Low end isn't real powerful, but okay if you turn up the volume. The staff at Crutchfield were helpful. Good product.

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Wow! Modern closed backs!!!

First pair of modern closed back headphones I've owned in 40 years. Wow! The earlier problems that plagued closed backs with coloration negatives have been alleviated IMO. Very neutral, but fun with ample bass that's clear and tight. Probably one of the most attractive and comfortable headphones I've owned. Build quality is superior for $309. The storage case is exceptionally nice. No brainer, buy if you are interested in modern closed backs.

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Listen to the Music

Not the most analytical, but perhaps the most musical headphones that I have owned.

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Mic not really an reality

Great sound

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Buy these...buy them now!

I have a few different sets of mid level headphones: Grado Hemps, Sennheiser 660S2s, Audio Technica ATH-M50Xs, and now the Meze 99 Classics. Each have their own unique signature and soundstage. However, these are amazingly comfortable, lightweight on your head, just the right amount of clamping force to stay in place, and they sound great. And a really nice cabling system. The Audio Technicas are monitors and I like the sound, but they squeeze my head and are uncomfortable after about 30 minutes. The other two, the Senns and the Grados, are open back over and on ear, respectively. Love the Grados, but their earpads are awful. For such a nice set of headphones and at the listed price, they really need something better than rough foam. They are lightweight and the clamping force can be adjusted, but neither their include F pads, or the L pads I bought after the fact are any good for me. The G pads are huge and completely change the sound - in a bad way. Plus, this much for plain foam? Ugh! I had to buy aftermarket ear pads from New Zealand to make the Grados wearable. The Senns are amazing, straight out of the box. But open backed, so these give closed option. If you're looking for an all around closed back, comfortable, great sounding headset, buy these Meze 99 Classics. And buy them now! You will likely not be disappointed. Only slight ding is they should include a balanced cable, but those are available at a reasonable price from other sources

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Great quality and vale

Enjoying the sound stage and quietness. ONE SE i DID NOT INTEND AT PURCHASE WAS TO USE WITH MY ipOD WHILE LAWN MOWING. gIVES ME ANTHER 1 HOUR PLUS OF COMFORT AND JOY.

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So sweet!

Love Love Love these! A bit wider sounding than other closed backs. Bass is thick, but not overly so. Smooth mids and highs.... And zero fatigue. Super fun! Not analytic, but that's not really why you get closed backs, right? Shipping was fast. Break-in was quick. My wife tried them, and now she wants a set! One other quick note.... Even with just a cheap no-name dongle, they sound fantastic with my phone! Highly recommend if you just want to enjoy the music. I haven't tried the mic yet......

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Build quality very good , very comfortable, very nice to look at. Bass a little bloated but I don't mind. Midrange good but high are a little rolled off. Non fatiguing to listen to. For the money a great product.

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Very comfortable to wear; Very nice sound.

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These beautiful Meze classics are very comfortable and stay put. They have incredible depth of sound and I can hear a little tape bleed-through between tracks on some of my imported 1970's LPs, they are that sensitive. Absolutely the very best set of headphones I've ever owned! Great to have capability to pair them with an iPhone and a little DAC Dragonfly.

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#1 by a long shot

I based my purchase on review by the Crutchfield staff as to the most comfortable wired headphones. And the statement in the review ' by a long shot ' convinced me to give them a try. Could not be happier. Can wear them with and without my glasses and comfort is amazing. Great engineering went into this product. Sound quality is first rate with deep bass and smooth highs and frankly much better that what I had experienced in the past . Comfort was my goal and these deliver it in spades.

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Excellent sound, too loose of a fit for me

Sound was great! The fit was too loose. Normally, people complain about head sets being too tight. Not this one. Just didn't stay put the way I like it to be. Nice bass and highs. I have a very difficult time finding headsets that fit me the way I like. Most comfortable are my Bose 35's. Too bad that Bose does not make an audiophile wired headset.

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1.2 m cable issues

Headphones are very comfortable, and they sound great! Quality construction with nice cables and accessories (case & adapters). Only issue is with shorter of two cables (1.2 m) which has inline remote/mic. The male connector cuts out part of the sound when fully inserted into the 6.3 mm adapter, so you have to back it out a little to get the full sound profile. In addition, the inline remote doesn't work with my dragonfly red DAC which is a shortcoming but not a showstopper for me.

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A great introduction to the Meze line

These Meze Classic 99's are a perfect introduction to Meze's line of high end headphones. The styling is impeccable and the sound is rich and deep. If you are looking for an audiophile experience without breaking the bank, I highly recommend these headphones.

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Beautiful sounding Headphones

I purchased the MEZE 99 Classics along with iFi mz99 headphone Amp not much to say other than the customer Service/Tech support is Impeccable and the Phones are fantastic at this price point.

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Great product and I have Henry Kloss large Advent speakers.

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Don't believe everything you read

I purchased Meze Audio 99 Classics, because of the reviews on Stereo Review. I was disappointed as they are only ok. Yes, they look very nice, but the sound is nothing to write home about. Spend a little more and purchase something that you will be happy with.

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S'alright

They're OK. Worth the money? Meh. I think you could find better for less money.

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Great sound, easy to drive, light weight and very comfortable.

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The headphones you always dreamed of...

These headphones are my favorite piece of hi-fi equipment, ever. The soundstage and the faithful reproduction of the source material is exceptional. Pink Floyd's Meddle and Jon Bonham's sqeaky drum stool (or was it his bass drum pedal squeaking) in the opening of "Since I've Been Loving You" by Led Zeppelin have never sounded so amazing as through these headphones. It should also go noticed about the incredible quality of the headphones themselves. The precision assembly, beautiful and functional design make them as comfortable as they are attractive. These are, hands down, the most comfortable headphones I have ever owned, and they can be worn for hours on end if desired without creating any physical or audio discomfort.

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Music feels alive, punchy. Definitely not sterile and flat - - which is what I looking to avoid.

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Great.

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Hardly Know They're There

Bought these for online video chats and general in-my-house listening. I was still happy w/ my Sennheiser on-the-ear set, but i use them while running and have rotted the pads right off the base, but still use them with a lovely duct tape hack. The Meze are as comfortable as everyone says. I was pretty surprised just how light they felt on the noggin and ears. This is also the first pair of around-the-ear phones i can remember owning. Regarding use for video calls -- wasn't a good idea. I can't hear my own voice well enough with the cans completely in place. W/ the sennheisers i would just move one side off the ear a bit and all was good. It's harder to where these with one ear in and one out. Music: less a part of my life than it once was, but for what i've put through them, they sound fine. (All my audio gets christened with Rush's Limelight.) I've take some pleasant catnaps to ambient music with these on my head.

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Meze Audio 99 Classics

It took a while to decide between these and the B & W PX7 Wireless headphones. Ultimately I like wires and the 99 Classics are just beautiful looking. These Meze replace a really old (10 years maybe) pair of Klipsch. They sound great with and without the iFi GO Bar. I bought them mainly for travel now and all of this sounds fantastic. I have actually started listening to music more through the headphones too. Yes, they are extremely comfortable.

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Wonderful earphones. Using with iFi Zen DAC V2 and Meze's 4.4 mm balanced cables, which Crutchfield doesn't sell for some reason.

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I am still shocked at the quality!!! Not only are they really classy, the sound is great. They aren't broken in yet, but I'm sure they'll deliver wonderful sound . They slip a little bit if you move too quickly, but for the most part they stay in place and are very light weight.

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Quality

WOW,what an improvement !!! I love the sound quality,even though the head phones need more break time.

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They sound great

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Audiophile quality at a responsible price!

Great, transparent sound from a value priced audiophile headphone. Combine them with an ifi DAC and you'll hear music like never before. I wear them at work and they make the day joyful.

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very comfortable and sensitive to base. good looking and sounding.

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Great sound

Very, very pleased with the sound and comfort of these headphones.Some reviews have found them to be a little heavy on the low end but I find the sound very pleasing. Would definitely buy these again.

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This might be a decent set of cans depending on your listening experience and needs, but it just wasn't for me. My current go-to setup is the SMSL SP 400 and SU-9, and Hifiman Ananda. Obviously a product at this price won't match a $600 set of cans, but I found the overall sound quality to be a bloated mid and bass mess. It's really punchy and I think the real audience is for the average listener using simple setups, like no external amps or dac (cellphone, ipod, etc). My preferred sound quality is more like the Sennheiser 600 and 650, which I'm testing out right now.

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This customer contacted our Customer Support team and set up a return. Purchases from Crutchfield can be returned or exchanged within 60 days.

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Excellent phones. Great improvement over my Apple AirPods max, though the phones are used for different reasons. I.e., Bluetooth vs.wired. I use the Dragonfly Red with my iPhone to drive them. Very satisfied. As a side note I purchased the upgraded Meze cables off of Amazon. I like their material better, more flexibility and softer feel. Whether they improve the sound or not is up to debate. I tried buying the cables from Crutchfield but they were not listed.

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Jeff V.

These received rave reviews from the Crutchfield team, and I figured why not? They are well built, and provide generous warm sound, and they are comfortable to wear for long listening sessions. I have a pair of Senheiser HD800's that I listen through a Woo Audio WA-22 tube headphone amp. the 99's do not have that level of sound staging, but for 20% of the cost you get a nice set of phones.

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A good purchase.

Comfortable with a very nice sound. Good bass and nice separation.

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Comfortable, sound great, look great. What's not to like?

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Light as a feather, no adjustments for fit necessary. Awesome sound even with low volume input.

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Excellent sounds and comfort level

I am really happy with these headphones. The sound is fantastic - I am using primarily for listening to music from my PC via a schiit modi / magni DAC & headphone amp combo. And they are really comfortable. Hours of listening and i barely notice they are on.

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Comfortable and sound great

I hate to say it But I have large ears. I have been a musician and recording engineer for over 50 years which means I have spent a lot of time wearing headphones. These are about the most comfortable ones I've tried. I got these after reading the article on the Crutchfield site rating headphones for comfort. I'm happy I did. They are comfy and have a nice sound for listening for enjoyment. I have yet to try them in the studio but I don't think they are flat enough. But I got them for home listening and enjoy the warmth they have.

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Awesome!

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Better than Audio Technica ATH-M50

Meze 99 has nice highs and lows with a slightly laid back midrange where vocals aren't directly in your face. Audio Technica ATH-M50 have nice highs and lows with a very forward midrange where vocals scream in your face. Meze 99 sounds a little bit more clear with better separation of instruments than the much more aggressive Audio Technica ATH-M50 which can get a little muddled during complicated musical passages. I prefer the more unstrained sound of the Mezz 99 vs the excitable sound of the ATH-M50. Although the excitable sound of the ATH-M50 works well with some music, it gets fatiguing after a while and I feel the Meze 99 is better balanced and more well rounded for all types of music. Meze 99 are so comfortable that after a while I forget they are on where ATH-M50 feel like you have a vice grip squeezing your ears together after a couple hours. If looks count for anything, then Meze 99 winds hands down being a unique, stylish work of art made of all wood and metal where ATH-M50 look like run of the mill molded plastic cans. Meze 99 are double the price over ATH-M50 which raises the question - are they worth it? Probably not for just non-musical or casual musical use - but if you're an avid music lover than I'd say go for it.

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My first audiophile headphones, amazing detail, natural warmth and comfort. Would buy them again.

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First time user

I got these today. I only will give them 4 1/4 stars because I have not broken in the Meze 99 classic. I do enjoy how they fit around my ears and rest on my head. By looking at the pictures you really can not get an image of how well built these headphone are. I like the clarity and the sound image. This is my first pair of entry level audiophile headphones so I really can not compare these to any other headphone. One thing I know is this is a big upgrade from the fruit pods I have. The price and the looks of these headphone make them looks more expensive. If you are looking for entry level these are the one for you. I save 250 dollars compared to the other headphone I was look at. The customer service at Crutchfield is bar none. I order these yesterday and I received them today.

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Very good

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Meze 99 Classics - my new favorite headphones

Great headphones. Very comfortable. Great sound.

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High value

Sound: Initial sound a bit thick, but ran about 24 hours and they are fully broken in. Midrange is really good at this price point. Highs not bright or distracting. Bass is good, not overdone. High value for the price. Build quality and comfort great. They look like $1K cans.

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Awesome

These have a very decent amount of bass, a bit more than I'm used to from my IEM and probably not enough for someone who likes mind-numbing killer levels of thumping low notes, but it's not bad. Maybe just a smidgen of muddiness, but that's me coming from extremely flat IEMs. Everything else about these things is just marvelous, clear crisp highs, excellent mids and as mentioned, plenty of bass, which can be easily leveled out if your source has an EQ adjustment of any type. I'm actually leaving it alone, because I do like some bass. I compared these A/B to my IEM and I'm hearing new things in the music that never came out before. Fantastic!

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Great buy!! Great sound!!!!

Love the design and the sound is amazing, great buy for the price, very cool headphones!!!!!

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Meze Audio 99 Classics

These are my first pair of high-quality headphones and I'm just blown away by what I can hear now. I've given them a good workout by trying some albums I know backwards and forwards (Steely Dan, Aja; Soundgarden, Superunknown; Pink Floyd, The Wall; Smashing Pumpkins, MCIS). I'm hearing whole new parts of the songs that were hidden previously. I'm switching from AirPods Pro, which are great for portability, conference calls, that sort of thing, but I was always underwhelmed when I listened to music. Before those, I had Bose QC20 earbuds -- better at music, but they weren't as portable (wired + a battery pack). Anyway, these Meze Audio 99s blow them out of the water. It's not even fair to compare. They're also surprisingly comfortable. From the product images, they looked like they'd be heavy: lots of metal, wood, and bulk. But I can wear them for hours and forget they're there.

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Absolutely love my Meze Audio 99 headphones. The sound is rich, crisp and meaty. I'm hearing nuances in the music I didn't know was there before.

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10/10 would recommend. ??????

I have a pair of Sennheiser HD660S's and I got these for my wife cause she loves the way they look. My father in law has the walnut 99 classics and he is an audio freak. He believes they are the best. I love my Sennheisers, but these do outperform them in certain ways. I do prefer the open back of the HD660S, but my wife and father in-law love the closed back 99 Classics which I would recommend to anyone. They are gorgeous, made of real wood and sturdy metal. They are put together without glue so they can be completely taken apart and cleaned/worked on at home if you need to. I can't find anything wrong with these bad boys.

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Great sound and one of the most comfortable pair of headphones I've ever used. Very happy with these and would not hesitate to recommend.

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Like my purchase.

Happy with purchase. Wanted an affordable good quality headphone that would be comfortable with my 7 3/4 head. Have only used together with the Dragonfly Red DAC/Amp - but together they've remarkedly improved the sound from my computer. There are plenty of positive reviews on the Meze Audio 99 on the internet so no point in restating them. I have noticed that you must be careful for the headphones or metal band to touch anything - i.e. from tilting your head against the headrest. Very sensitive to any touch. Like having both length wired connectors - the short one is a perfect length for use with the computer. One reason I picked the Meze Audio 99 phones was the enclosed ears. This was so I could listen at higher volumes in my office without disturbing my wife . I have a good set of 5:1 speakers upstairs in the media room built around some old PSB Stratus Golds but they fill the house with sound at higher volume levels and the sub-woofer shakes the walls. I had a pair of Sennheiser headphones that I paid several hundred dollars for some 3+ decades ago - but they've disappeared somewhere to one of the grandkids. I set out to replace them, but not at the same quality level. So these are 5 star quality for my intended purpose. There are obviously higher quality headphones for higher prices. I find these to be the right mix of performance and price.

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True Classic

Great build quality and sound.

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Love these headphones

I've owned these for more than a year and love them: solidly constructed, distinctive look, comfortable, really good sound via Tidal thru iPhone 12 thru DragonFly Cobalt. The cables and carrying case are also high quality. Carrying case fits into small backpack nicely if you're thinking about taking them on trips.

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I use the Meze 99 for many needs!

The Meze 99 Classics have been very comfortable on my ears, even after many hours. And the sound quality is superb. I can hear sounds in tracks that I hadn't previously heard. And when watching films, I also hear some of the sounds I wouldn't normally hear. I found myself taking my headphones off wondering if someone was talking near me or approaching me at home when those actions were happening in the movie. Lastly, I also use them for phone calls and Zoom calls. The sounds and microphone both work well during a call. The only drawback is that the sound is amplified when the headphone graze anything, but that happens with other closed-back headphones.

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Great Sound and Style

My first set of decent headphones after purchasing a used Burson headphone amplifier. The packaging, case, cords, fit and finish were impressive right away leaving a pleasing first impression. I've listened primarily to LP's and CD's over perhaps 50 hours thus far. These headphones are very comfortable and they appear well built in terms of repeatable flexibility taking them on and off. The sound appears pretty neutral towards a bell shape perhaps with tight bass and a nice roll off in the higher notes producing non fatiguing listening sessions. The mid bass is exceptional and closer to a sound I particularly enjoy in vintage gear from Sansui, Advent, KLH and AR. Lastly, the efficiency rating on these seems legitimate as I am able to use these headphones on an older iPod and my phone with great results. I did quite a bit of research before purchasing these and I am really pleased with my decision.

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Great Sound

The headphones are very accurate. They sound great no matter what source I play them from. I use them outside with an iPhone/Audioquest Dragonfly Red. In the house they sound great using the headphone jack on a Rotel integrated amp and through a Matrix Audio Mini-I Pro 3. I was shocked by how good the headphone output on the Rotel amplifier sounds with the Meze Audio 99 Classics

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Good timbre, tonality, emphasized but not intolerable low end. Excellent midrange, very good soundstage and imaging. Good value considering build quality and comfort.

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Great entry audiophile headphone

I wanted a headphone based setup that provided above average sound quality at an affordable price. After reading the reviews I decided to go with the 99 Classics. I was initially sold on how they are assembled (screwed vs. glued) making servicing them an option if needed. Many said they were heavy in the bass end and I do like lots of bass, so this was not an issue for me. I paired the 99 Classics with an iFi Zen Signature Dac / Amp combo streaming Tidal & Hysolid from a laptop. ($850 all in). The 99 Classics are so easy to drive the amp barely needs any volume to get them to play loud enough, but seem to benefit from the amp having fuller sound than just simple headphone sources (phone or laptop). With only 20+ hours on them they exceeded my expectations and very happy listening to them all day while working and during focused listening sessions when I get the opportunity. I have not experienced any comfort issues and barely notice they are there. I am very happy with my purchase and can see the 99 Classics staying as part of my gear even if I upgrade down the road. Since the 99 Classics are so easy to dive I might try with an iFi Hip Dac as a quality travel solution when work travel starts up again.

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not as expected

I don't believe that the headphones I received are actually made of wood. They sound good, but the casques feel plasticy/rubbery, not like wood at all. The "wood" finish scratches easily revealing a light gray surface underneath. Solid wanut would not do this. I have contacted Meze and will contact Crutchfield support as well to try to return them. I'm very disappointed.

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Crutchfield response on 4/7/2021

James has set up a return. We appreciate all feedback and offer 60-day returns to ensure everyone is happy with their gear. But we have confirmed with Meze that the earcups are indeed solid walnut. And the 99 Classics are among our best reviewed headphones - they earn high marks for their build quality.

Great Headphone

I have been looking for a reasonably priced headphone. No bluetooth, wireless or ANC. I wanted a set for music listening only. The Meze 99 fits that need very well. It has solid low end, but nice clarity throughout. I am very happy with the price of the Meze and the quality, looks and sounds.

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Excellent!

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These cans are awesome probably the best I've heard at this price point no matter the type music they just sound great. Oh did I mention they look awesome too?

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I bought the Meze 99 classics maple/silver version and the Sennheiser hd650 at the same time for a head to head comparison. As some of you may know, the hd650 is considered one of the standards in the middle priced headphone choices. I listened to a variety of genres on vinyl only on the same headphone amp for about two months. And the clear winner were the Mezes for many reasons. It has a better bass which is expected of a closed back model but not overbearing as some reviewers have said. The midrange is more balanced and not in your face like the hd650. The Soundstage is 3D where the hd650 is 2D. And to my ears the Mezes extracted more detail and were easier to drive. Don't get me wrong, the hd650s are a fine headphone and if I'd ordered only them I would have probably been content and stopped right there. Sure glad I didn't cause in the under $500 price range there was obviously a better choice for me.

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Meze Audio 99 Classics

I bought these to replace a 12 year-old pair of Grado SR125s. These are certainly a big change, which I kind of wanted after being very used to the Grados. I'll start by saying that stock I would give these three stars. With the stock earpads the bass was too much for me, and as other people have said sort of blends into the mids so that things can feel a little claustrophobic. I probably would not have kept them with the stock earpads. After replacing the earpads with the Brainwavz Hybrid Oval earpads the low end became much more tamed and wasn't bleeding into the midrange while still being prominent and enjoyable. After this upgrade the headphones are a joy to listen to. The imaging on them is really good and the ability to hear details like reverb tails is great. As many people have said, the headphones are very comfortable. Overall I'm very happy with the purchase but would highly recommend replacing the initial earpads and would recommend the Brainwavz.

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Very comfortable, and wooden ear cups are fun. Sound, however, is slightly bassy. More bass forward than warm.

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Nice headphones

Very nice fitting and sounding headphones. Played rock, jazz and piano on them. All sounds great. They also have a wonderful quality feel

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Looks and sounds great!

For work (from home) and travel, I normally use a pair of Bose NC700 - where the noise cancellation is great for conference calls, in airports and on planes. But when it comes to audio quality, the Meze Audio classics have more depth of a soundstage, better imaging. The sound stage isn't as "clear" as with speakers in a room but for headphones, these are quite good. Connected to my Dell Inspiron 13 7000 laptop, the bass seemed over-emphasized - then I realized I had Windows' Sonic for Headphones turned on. With it off and with no other enhancements, the sound quality was much more balanced - though still bass forward. It's highly likely that I was hearing sounds down to 30 hz (eg. bass on Hotel California (Acoustic Version) - Stairway to Heaven) which I may be typically cut off at the knees with my regular speakers. Very easy to tell the difference between lossy and lossless audio streams - you'd likely not want to be listening to regular old Spotify or the compressed audio streams with these. They are extremely comfortable - and my head a wider than average. Impressive and a new experience. Now I need to upgrade my speakers :) Would I consider upgrading? Higher end/priced headphones have more detail. But for this price point, these are great and love the looks!

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Perfecto!

Beautifully crafted, excellent sound. I chose these headphones to replace a $50 set I've had for several years... frankly that $50 set was pretty impressive given the low cost but I had some points to redeem here on Crutchfield from purchasing my preamp, amp and speakers, so I decided to treat myself to a new set of headphones. Sound quality is superb, especially the low end. Overall a very natural sound, conspicuously without the somewhat harsh treble response I'd always noticed in my less expensive headphones. Very comfortable fit, and the walnut shells are gorgeous. Hard to see how anyone could be disappointed with this product.

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Super comfortable, great quality and even better sound

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Sound really good. Worth the price to me.

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Headphones

The Meze Classics are excellent value for cost. As always, the advisors at Crutchfield were patient and helpful with recommendations. Again worked out great. The value of trusted advisors who are not hard selling is appreciated.

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This Karen really likes them.

I was looking for headphones that are as good as an old set I had for many years. I bought a bluetooth set (around 90.00) and was not very fond of them, so I ran across the Meze Audio 99 Classics and loved the design and read through the feedback and ordered a set, it was here in the two days. I really like the sound, other commentators are right, I do pick up things in songs I never noticed before. I am glad I decided on them.

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Very glad I got them !

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very clear sound excellent servise from advisors hunter & hogan

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Great bass, super comfortable

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These beautiful headphones are light weight, almost noise canceling without the quality loss. The bass hits hard and the treble is high and crisp. Easy to drive great headphones.

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Best Headphones I own

These are so comfortable , I forget sometimes I have them on. I listen through the dragonfly attached to my laptop and I just can't get enough. Finally something that touts quality really delivers. They also recommend music and every one is great and the musical quality is top notch

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Headphones for TUNEAGE!!!!

These bad boys look fantastic. They are extremely comfortable. They do seem a little heavier on bass than I was hoping. Sound was clear. Very nice headphones.

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They're very comfortable and sound good (as far as my ears, which are not as keen as they used to be, can tell).

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Buon Suono!

These are just what I wanted. No added thumping bass. Just clarity and articulation. Super comfortable. Could be tiniest bit tighter on my noggin. Very pleased ! Recommend !

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Great set of headphones; really shines on songs with high energy & tons of beat. Love the gold accents and the wood cups are additional icing on the cake.

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Near Perfection!

What a wonderful set of headphones! I can hear things that I have never heard before in my records and on streaming services. They are also incredibly comfortable and they go along perfectly with our midcentury modern listening room aesthetic.

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First pair of decent 'phones

I should start out by saying that I am a speaker guy. That is, I believe that to be fully experienced, recorded music needs to be heard through speakers, and those speakers need to be big enough to move air. However, life doesn't always allow for that. These are the first decent pair of headphones I've owned and I must say they are fantastic! If you've been putting up with your standard cheap plastic headphones, you owe it to your self to get something like these. Soundstaging isn't as good as a decent pair of speakers (B&W 683s2 for me) but it is pretty darn good. Lots of detail as well. Another plus is that these 'phones are very comfortable. I've worn them for hours at a stretch and they feel great.

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At Last the phones I have been looking for

Immersive and involving sound. Light on the head. Nice wood. No "V" sound tuning. Quick to put on and take off since spring requires no adjustment. Only way you know these are inexpensive is the spring creaks slightly when putting them on. Fake leather is surprisingly cool and comfortable.

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Beautiful, comfortable headphones that sound great!