Meze Audio 99 Classics and Meze Boom Mic Headset Review: Building the Audiophile Gaming Headset
Over the last year or so there has been a trend in the audio world that has seen audiophile headphone makers attempt to branch out into the realm of gaming headsets. Leveraging their years of industry experience in developing and manufacturing audiophile quality drivers, these companies aim to provide a superior audio experience for gamers.
Meze Audio is one such manufacturer and has recently introduced their beautiful 99 Classic headset paired with an impressive in-house designed and manufactured boom mic. These corded, walnut and silver-plated headphones aim to offer a crisp, clean audio experience for gamers and audio enthusiasts alike. With impressive hardware, unique design and comfortable fit, the 99 Classics offer a unique look and sound. However, in today’s AI audio-filtered climate, can the 99 Classics purest approach compete? Grab that coffee and let's find out in our review of the Meze 99 Classics and Meze Boom Mic Headset.
Specifications
- Current Price: $349.99 (Meze Audio)
HEADPHONES
- Transducer size: 40 mm
- Frequency response: 15 Hz — 25 kHz
- Sensitivity: 103 dB at 1 KHz, 1 mW
- Impedance: 32 Ω
- Rated input power: 30 mW
- Maximum input power: 50 mW
- Connector: 3.5 mm gold plated
- Weight: 260g
- Ear cup: Walnut wood
MICROPHONE
- Microphone Type: Condenser
- Microphone Sensitivity: -44 ±3 dB
- Frequency Response: 100 Hz ~ 10 kHz
- Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
- Connector Standard: 3.5 mm (1/8”) jack, CTIA (CTIA / OMTP)
- Cable Length: 2.5 m / 8.2 ft
Beautiful, Sustainable Design
Designed and crafted to be fully serviceable, the 99 Classics are built from the ground up to allow for full serving and repair. CNC carved from walnut wood and finished by hand, each pair of the Classics has a unique grain and pattern. All external metal components are comprised of cast zinc and finished with electroplated coating, making them both durable and beautifully finished.
A self-adjusting headband offers an extra layer of comfort for the listener. As for the replaceable ear cups,
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