Meze 99 Classics 2nd Gen Walnut/Gold vs Technics EAH-A1000

What 99 Classics 2nd Gen Walnut/Gold does better (2) and where EAH-A1000 wins (2) — every spec side by side.

2 advantages≈ $350

Technics · 2026EAH-A1000

8.6Score

2 advantages≈ $400

Higher score

3.8Noise control & calls7.8

Why is 99 Classics 2nd Gen Walnut/Gold better than EAH-A1000?

Specifications

Only differences	Meze 99 Classics 2nd Gen Walnut/Gold≈ $350	Technics EAH-A1000≈ $4008.6
Sound
Fit	Over-ear	—
Ear cup design	Closed-back	—
Driver type	Dynamic	Dynamic
Driver size	40 mm	40 mm
Lowest frequency	15 Hz	20 Hz
Highest frequency	25,000 Hz	40,000 Hz
Impedance	16 Ω	—
Sensitivity	103 dB	—
Hi-Res Audio	—	Yes
Adjustable equaliser	—	Yes
Noise control
Active noise cancelling	No	Yes
Transparency / ambient mode	—	Yes
Battery & charging
Battery life	—	90 h
Charging time	—	3.5 h
Connectivity
Wireless	No	Yes
Bluetooth codecs	—	LDAC, LC3, AAC, SBC
Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)	—	Yes
aptX	—	No
LDAC	—	Yes
Multipoint (two devices)	—	Yes
LE Audio	—	Yes
USB-C	Yes	Yes
3.5 mm jack / AUX	Yes	Yes
Design & build
Weight	260 g	306 g
Foldable	—	Yes
Features
Hands-free calls	—	Yes