[PinkyPowers]

Hey,

thanks to everyone for giving us great Impressions of these Headphones, because of you i was able to narrow my wishlist down to 2 of them.
I am interested, in a mobile closed one, with a fun sounding but still detailed character.

Since i cant find anywhere a comparison, has anybody heard the Meze 99 Classics against the B&O H6?
Or got both of them and can state the differences?

Thanks a lot!

I don't know how close the H6 is to the H9, but I reviewed the H9, comparing it with the Meze 99 Classics.

http://www.head-fi.org/products/beoplay-h9-wireless-noise-cancelling-over-ear-headpone/reviews/18322

 

[lifeisbeautiful]

I don't know how close the H6 is to the H9, but I reviewed the H9, comparing it with the Meze 99 Classics.

http://www.head-fi.org/products/beoplay-h9-wireless-noise-cancelling-over-ear-headpone/reviews/18322

Haven't heard H9. But, I have demoed H6. From what I have read, H6 is like a gem in the B&O lineup.

 

[Vogue]

These two are entirely different headphones. I demoed B&O H6 and B&W P7 wireless side by side. H6 has a very detailed presentation with a very big soundstage for a closed headphone. The instrument separation is awesome.
The bass is definitely there, but not overpowering. ( would say lacking at times to my taste. Bumping up the volume for bass causes ear fatigue. ). Reasonably easy to drive. This is the v2 version.
The P7 has a more narrow presentation with excellent controlled bass. The instrument separation is not as great. A bit congested.
I could not decide on either and wanted something right in between. And that is where the 99 classics come.
I would suggest you listen to both. Someday, I might get a H6 to compliment the 99 classics.

Thank you for your Conclusion.
 
Unfortunately i dont got the possibility to test the Meze and B&O side by side, since nobody in my region sells both.
So iam asking for the differences between B&O H6 and Meze 99 Classics and decide based on them.
If anyone else here got some input, let me know.

 

[Dobrescu George]

  Thank you for your Conclusion.
 
Unfortunately i dont got the possibility to test the Meze and B&O side by side, since nobody in my region sells both.
So iam asking for the differences between B&O H6 and Meze 99 Classics and decide based on them.
If anyone else here got some input, let me know.

 
Uhm, I don't even know what type of signature H6 goes for, but I'm using 99 Classics and it is able to keep up with ie800 texture and detail wise. 
 
The signature is unique on 99C, but after hearing them with iDSD BL, I'm kinda addicted to that detailed, well layered, and well extended bass. 

99C is a safe option in my eyes as you get the technical aspects of the sound right and if you feel you need a change in sound, they can be EQ-ed without any distortion so you have a pretty reliable and versatile set. 
 
\When testing something, I always recommend complicated tracks, like this one 

 

 

[lifeisbeautiful]

Thank you for your Conclusion.

Unfortunately i dont got the possibility to test the Meze and B&O side by side, since nobody in my region sells both.
So iam asking for the differences between B&O H6 and Meze 99 Classics and decide based on them.
If anyone else here got some input, let me know.

If you can't try both, choose h6 if you want:
1. Wide sound stage. Each instrument can be placed in the soundscape
2. Excellent detail.
3. Comfort.

Not that Meze lacks in these departments, but H6 is better.
Choose Meze if you want:
1. More musical signature.
2. Fun bass.

Another factor is, if you are going to listen just out of your phone or laptop, Meze is definitely the way to go. But, H6 will scale better with an external amp as there is a lot of scope for improvement there.

 

[Preachy1]

Quick update on the cable sitch.  The Meze team has contacted me to let me know they are sending the correct (updated) cable with no fabric above the split.  5 stars for customer service!!!!!!!

 

[BunnyNamedCraig]

  Quick update on the cable sitch.  The Meze team has contacted me to let me know they are sending the correct (updated) cable with no fabric above the split.  5 stars for customer service!!!!!!!

Good stuff! I'm glad you got taken care of and gave a shout out to them. It's nice to hear when a company does a good job, trust me...

 

[Dobrescu George]

  Quick update on the cable sitch.  The Meze team has contacted me to let me know they are sending the correct (updated) cable with no fabric above the split.  5 stars for customer service!!!!!!!

 
This got solved very fast! 
 
I'm glad you managed to solve things out! 

 

[Preachy1]

  Good stuff! I'm glad you got taken care of and gave a shout out to them. It's nice to hear when a company does a good job, trust me...

Credit where credit is due! They keep up the good work (and the good products), and I'm a customer for life.
 
As a side note, I will add that I had a similar positive experience with the folks at Master & Dynamic. I bought a used pair on eBay that was missing the 1/4 inch adapter.  When I inquired as to how to get one, they asked for my address, and a few days later, FedEx dropped it off at my door.  

 

[enoyletoj]

Heya folks,
 
I've been thinking of getting into headphones after a long stint in IEMs - sigh, this site 

 
 
Anyhow, have had a read through this read over the past few days - thanks for all your impressions and comparisons! The 99 Classics look like a great place to start! 
 
So I'm looking to pick one up but haven't seen many on the classifieds... Anyone wanna let go of theirs? Please drop me a PM.

 

[Sir Alamon]

  Heya folks,
 
I've been thinking of getting into headphones after a long stint in IEMs - sigh, this site 

 
 
Anyhow, have had a read through this read over the past few days - thanks for all your impressions and comparisons! The 99 Classics look like a great place to start! 
 
So I'm looking to pick one up but haven't seen many on the classifieds... Anyone wanna let go of theirs? Please drop me a PM.

good luck with your search, it's not easy to find one 99 classic in the market

 

[Wyville]

Does anyone ever experience pressure issues with these because they are closed-back headphones?
 
I ask because I recently got myself a set of CIEMs and to my great frustration started suffering from what appears to be pressure related issues in my left ear. Not quite tinnitus, but something similar and it feels very uncomfortable to have my CIEMs in now. I rely a lot on music to manage my ADHD so I need to find a solution where I can still enjoy music and not make things worse. The 99C are the first headphones I have ever been interested in and they might be a good way to reduce my reliance on IEMs. I just have no experience with them and do not know if closed-back headphones can also build up pressure.

 

[PinkyPowers]

Does anyone ever experience pressure issues with these because they are closed-back headphones?

I ask because I recently got myself a set of CIEMs and to my great frustration started suffering from what appears to be pressure related issues in my left ear. Not quite tinnitus, but something similar and it feels very uncomfortable to have my CIEMs in now. I rely a lot on music to manage my ADHD so I need to find a solution where I can still enjoy music and not make things worse. The 99C are the first headphones I have ever been interested in and they might be a good way to reduce my reliance on IEMs. I just have no experience with them and do not know if closed-back headphones can also build up pressure.

I suggest you go for an Empire Ears IEM with ADEL tech. That pressure will never bother you again.

 

[Wyville]

I suggest you go for an Empire Ears IEM with ADEL tech. That pressure will never bother you again.

That was my first thought as well and I have been looking into it, but it is an expensive option right after I just got my Ei.3. The 99C cost less and might feel more like a compliment rather than a replacement.

 

[Dobrescu George]

  Heya folks,
 
I've been thinking of getting into headphones after a long stint in IEMs - sigh, this site 

 
 
Anyhow, have had a read through this read over the past few days - thanks for all your impressions and comparisons! The 99 Classics look like a great place to start! 
 
So I'm looking to pick one up but haven't seen many on the classifieds... Anyone wanna let go of theirs? Please drop me a PM.

 
I don't see anyone giving up on theirs, just shows how much we all love this headphone!