{"title":"Audeze","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"audeze-lcd-xc-headphones-black","title":"Audeze LCD XC Headphones - Black","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eAudeze LCD-XC Headphones - Black\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eWhat It Does in Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eThe Closed-Back That Studios Actually Trust\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eSince Audeze introduced the LCD-XC in 2013, it has become a reference closed-back in the professional world — used by working engineers for tracking, mixing, and mastering, and by listeners who want that same transparency without filling a room with sound. It shares its drivers and core construction with the open-back LCD-X, so the detail and transparency come from the same place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThe difference is isolation. The closed design keeps the outside world out and your music in, which matters whether you're tracking next to a live mic or listening at midnight in a house full of sleeping people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003e106mm Planar Drivers, Matched by Hand\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInstead of a conventional cone attached to a voice coil, a planar magnetic driver suspends an extremely light diaphragm — with the conductive trace printed directly onto it — between arrays of neodymium magnets. Force is applied evenly across the whole surface rather than at a single point, and less mass means faster, more accurate response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAudeze builds these with Ultra-Thin Uniforce diaphragms and Fazor waveguides that manage how sound moves through the earcup, improving spatial presentation and frequency extension. Transducers are matched within ±1dB, so what you hear in one ear genuinely corresponds to the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eEasy to Drive, Better with a Real Amplifier\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAt 20 ohms and 100dB per milliwatt, the LCD-XC is efficient enough to run from an audio interface, a console headphone output, or a portable device — unusual for a planar of this size. Audeze suggests upward of 250mW for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eGive it a proper headphone amplifier and it opens up considerably: more grip in the bass, more space between performers, and the effortless dynamic swing planar drivers are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eIs This Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA few things to consider before you order:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosed-back is the point.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose the LCD-XC when isolation matters — tracking without mic bleed, working in a shared space, or listening without disturbing anyone. If you're always alone in a quiet room, the open-back LCD-X offers a more spacious presentation from the same drivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThese have real weight to them.\u003c\/strong\u003e Planar magnetic headphones carry substantial magnet structures, and the LCD-XC is around 677 grams. The steel-and-leather suspension headband distributes it well, but it's worth knowing if you're used to something featherweight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm the finish and earpad material.\u003c\/strong\u003e Audeze has offered the LCD-XC with different earcup materials and both leather and leather-free earpads across its production run. If either matters to you, give us a call and we'll confirm exactly what's in stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThe cable connects at both earcups using 4-pin mini-XLR connectors, which lock in place and are fully user-replaceable — a real advantage over headphones with captive cables, since the cable is usually what fails first. Audeze includes a braided OCC copper cable with a 4-pin XLR termination plus a single-ended 1\/4\" adapter, so the LCD-XC works with balanced and standard headphone outputs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA travel case is included for storage and transport. If you're pairing these with a portable device, a 1\/4\" to 3.5mm adapter will get you connected, though a dedicated amplifier is where they show what they can do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e106mm Planar Magnetic Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLarge-area transducers with Ultra-Thin Uniforce diaphragms deliver even force across the full diaphragm for speed and accuracy a cone driver can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFazor Waveguides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPatented elements guide the flow of sound through the earcup, improving spatial presentation and extending frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed-Back Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBlocks ambient noise and prevents microphone bleed, with a slight lift in bass response between 120 and 200Hz that gives electric bass extra definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaceable 4-Pin Mini-XLR Cabling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLocking connectors at each earcup mean the cable can be swapped or upgraded rather than ending the headphone's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStyle: Over-ear, closed-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransducer Type: Planar magnetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransducer Size: 106mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiaphragm: Ultra-Thin Uniforce\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMagnet Type: Neodymium N50\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePhase Management: Fazor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 10Hz – 50kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTHD: \u0026lt;0.1% at 100dB SPL\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 100dB per 1mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImpedance: 20 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaximum SPL: \u0026gt;130dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimum Recommended Power: \u0026gt;100mW (250mW or more recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeight: Approx. 677g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCable Connection: Dual 4-pin mini-XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded: Braided OCC copper cable, 1\/4\" adapter, travel case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do these compare to the LCD-X?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSame drivers, same basic construction, so a very similar level of detail and transparency. The LCD-XC adds isolation and a modest bass lift between 120 and 200Hz. Choose the XC when you need to keep sound in or out; choose the X when you can listen in an open room and want the most spacious presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNot strictly — at 20 ohms and 100dB\/mW these are efficient enough to run from an interface, console, or portable device. But they respond well to real power, and a quality amplifier delivering 250mW or more is where they sound their best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I replace the cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. 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Plenty of records you've heard were mixed on a pair. Engineers reach for it because it tells the truth about a recording rather than flattering it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis is the current 2021 revision, and it's a real overhaul rather than a refresh. Audeze reworked the magnet array, thinned the diaphragm film, retuned the sound, and replaced the old headband with a suspension design that spreads the weight much better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003e106mm Planar Drivers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA normal headphone uses a cone attached to a voice coil at one point. A planar magnetic driver works differently. It suspends a very light sheet of film between magnet arrays, with the conductive trace printed right onto the film itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThat means force gets applied evenly across the whole surface instead of at one spot. Less mass, more even push, and the driver starts and stops faster. You hear it as speed and detail that a cone struggles to match. Audeze adds Fazor elements that guide sound through the earcup for better imaging and reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eLeather-Free Pads and a Travel Case\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis version comes with Audeze's leather-free ear pads, filled with acoustic foam chosen for both fit and sound. If you'd rather not have leather on your headphones, this is the same LCD-X without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA travel case is included, which matters on a headphone this size. The steel and leather suspension headband carries the weight across the top of your head instead of pressing on one spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eIs This Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA few things to think about before you order:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThese are open-back headphones.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sound goes out and room noise comes in. That's what gives them their spacious sound, but it also means people nearby will hear your music. For a shared space or a recording session with a live mic, look at the closed-back LCD-XC instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThey're heavy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Planar drivers need real magnets, and the LCD-X lands around 612 grams. The suspension headband handles that well, but it's a lot more than a typical headphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThey work off a phone but deserve better.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 20 ohms and 103dB per milliwatt, almost anything will drive them to volume. A proper headphone amp is where they open up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThe cable connects at both earcups with 4-pin mini-XLR plugs. They lock in place, and you can replace them. That's a real advantage, because the cable is usually the first thing to fail on a headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAudeze includes a cable with a 4-pin XLR end plus adapters for standard headphone jacks, so the LCD-X works with balanced and regular outputs alike. Store them in the travel case when you're not listening. The ear pads are glued in place, so they aren't meant to be swapped at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e106mm Planar Magnetic Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLarge, ultra-thin diaphragms with double-sided magnet arrays push evenly across the whole surface for speed a cone can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFazor Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGuides built into the earcup shape how sound travels, improving imaging and extending frequency reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather-Free Ear Pads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAcoustic foam pads chosen for fit and sound, with no leather anywhere on the headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaceable 4-Pin Mini-XLR Cables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLocking connectors at each cup let you swap or upgrade the cable instead of retiring the headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStyle: Over-ear, open-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDriver Type: Planar magnetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDriver Size: 106mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 12Hz – 20kHz, extending to 50kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 103dB per 1mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImpedance: 20 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeight: About 612g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEar Pads: Leather-free, acoustic foam filled\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCable Connection: Dual 4-pin mini-XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded: Cable with adapters, travel case\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in California, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do these differ from the LCD-XC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSame drivers and the same basic build. The LCD-X is open-backed, which gives it a more spacious, airy sound. The LCD-XC is closed, so it blocks outside noise and keeps your music in. Pick the X for private listening in a quiet room, the XC when isolation matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the leather-free pads sound different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSlightly. Ear pad material and shape both affect how a headphone measures, and listeners who've compared the two report small differences in the midrange. Neither is better — it comes down to preference and whether you want leather on your headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNot to get volume. At 20 ohms and 103dB per milliwatt, a phone or laptop will drive them. 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Just add a quality headphone amplifier and your favorite source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You’ll Hear: A Vast, Immersive Soundscape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the very first notes, the LCD-5s reveals a level of detail, impact, and transparency that will stop even seasoned audiophiles in their tracks. Thanks to SLAM technology, bass response is palpably physical—deep, powerful, and precisely controlled—without sacrificing a single ounce of midrange clarity or treble extension. Audeze describes the result as a 6 dB boost extending down to 10 Hz, achieved entirely through acoustic engineering rather than DSP processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe midrange is strikingly natural. A revised nano-scale Parallel Uniforce diaphragm connects to a new chassis structure, allowing the most precise midrange tuning Audeze has ever achieved. Vocals and acoustic instruments emerge with lifelike presence and immediacy, while the treble extends smoothly to 50 kHz without a trace of harshness or listening fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoundstaging is expansive and three-dimensional. The LCD-5s’ optimized acoustic chamber, SLAM-tuned airflow channels, and acoustically transparent mesh work together to deliver pinpoint imaging and a remarkably open, immersive presentation. Total harmonic distortion is vanishingly low—less than 0.1% at 100 dB—ensuring the music reaches your ears virtually untouched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 35-ohm impedance and 90 dB\/mW sensitivity, the LCD-5s pairs well with a wide range of amplifiers. Audeze recommends a dedicated headphone amplifier providing 500 mW or more to unlock its full dynamic potential, with 100 mW as the minimum requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Experts Are Saying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The LCD-5s is upgraded and improved beyond any reasonable expectation. 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Originally developed for Audeze’s elite CRBN2 electrostatic headphones, SLAM uses precision-engineered acoustic channels built into the ring connecting the earpads to the drivers. These channels are meticulously tuned through advanced simulations, precision measurements, and critical listening to modulate low-frequency response and relieve pressure buildup—delivering a claimed 6 dB bass boost extending to 10 Hz, improved spatial precision, and reduced distortion, all without relying on DSP or altering tonal accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNano-Scale Parallel Uniforce™ Diaphragm: \u003c\/strong\u003eAudeze’s thinnest, most responsive diaphragm material yet, connected to a revised chassis structure for the most precise midrange tuning possible. Varying-width parallel traces etched onto the ultra-thin membrane deliver uniform force across the entire driver surface, dramatically lowering distortion and improving resolution at any listening level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFluxor™ Magnet Array: \u003c\/strong\u003ePowerful N50 neodymium magnets in Audeze’s proprietary Fluxor arrangement maximize magnetic flux density for exceptional efficiency and driver control, contributing to the LCD-5s’ vanishingly low distortion and dynamic authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFazor™ Waveguides: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow-profile Fazor elements manage the interaction of sound waves as they leave the driver and enter the ear canal, reducing diffractions and reflections for cleaner transients, tighter imaging, and a more coherent soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewly Sculpted Earpad Geometry: \u003c\/strong\u003eSmoothly curved earpad forms crafted from genuine leather provide effortless comfort for hours of listening while minimizing audible reflections and improving seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Construction with Copper Accents: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe LCD-5s’ frame combines carbon fiber, magnesium, genuine leather, and polished polymer acetate with sophisticated copper accents. Deep-gloss tortoiseshell acetate earcup rings and a carbon-fiber suspension headband bring an unmistakable sense of luxury to every wearing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReady for Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery LCD-5s ships with Audeze’s most premium cable—specially tuned with directional OCC high-purity copper strands for a low-capacitance, low-resistance signal path. The cable terminates in a 4-pin XLR balanced connector. A 4-pin XLR to 6.3mm TRS adapter and a 6.3mm to 3.5mm adapter are included, ensuring compatibility with virtually any headphone output from dedicated desktop amplifiers to portable DAC\/amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom the Listening Room to the Mastering Suite\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LCD-5s is equally at home in a dedicated audiophile listening space, a professional mastering studio, or wherever you carve out time for serious music listening. Audiophiles will appreciate the vast, immersive soundscape and the physically engaging bass that SLAM technology brings to the planar magnetic platform. Mastering engineers and producers—including Latin Grammy winners Bernie and Dale Becker—rely on the LCD-5s’ neutral, uncolored midrange and precise imaging for critical decisions that translate reliably to speakers and other playback systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-back design breathes naturally and avoids the air-pressure buildup that causes fatigue with closed-back headphones. The LCD-5s ships in a lockable aluminum travel case with all adapters—a complete package befitting a flagship instrument for music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCloser to the Truth of the Recording\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the pursuit of musical truth matters to you—if you want bass that you feel in your chest, midrange that breathes with lifelike presence, and treble that shimmers without fatigue—the Audeze LCD-5s delivers that experience with authority, elegance, and all-day comfort. This is Audeze’s finest achievement, and your invitation to hear everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier to drive the LCD-5s?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an impedance of 35 ohms and a sensitivity of 90 dB\/mW, the LCD-5s will produce sound from most sources, but Audeze recommends a dedicated headphone amplifier providing at least 100 mW to hear it properly, with 500 mW or more being ideal for unlocking its full dynamic range and bass authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is SLAM™ technology, and how does it improve the sound?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSLAM stands for Symmetric Linear Acoustic Modulator. It uses precision-engineered acoustic channels built into the ring connecting the earpads to the drivers. These channels modulate low-frequency response and relieve air-pressure buildup, delivering a claimed 6 dB bass boost extending down to 10 Hz along with improved spatial precision and reduced distortion—all through acoustic engineering, without any DSP processing. SLAM was originally developed for Audeze’s CRBN2 electrostatic headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a planar magnetic headphone, and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike conventional dynamic drivers that use a small coil attached to a cone, planar magnetic drivers suspend an ultra-thin diaphragm between magnetic arrays. The entire surface is driven uniformly, resulting in faster transient response, lower distortion, and more accurate reproduction of complex musical passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does “open-back” mean, and is it right for me?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-back headphones allow air and sound to pass through the earcups, creating a wider, more natural soundstage. The trade-off is that sound leaks in both directions. Open-back headphones are best suited for quiet home listening environments, dedicated listening rooms, or professional studios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the LCD-5s compare to the original LCD-5?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LCD-5s builds on the LCD-5 with SLAM™ acoustic technology for more powerful bass; a revised driver design with more precise midrange tuning; newly sculpted earpad geometry for improved comfort and seal; updated styling with copper accents; and a higher impedance of 35 ohms (up from 14 ohms) with a recommended amplifier power of 500 mW or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow comfortable is the LCD-5s for long sessions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LCD-5s features newly sculpted earpad geometry with smoothly curved genuine leather forms designed for effortless comfort over hours of listening. The carbon-fiber and magnesium frame keeps weight at 475 grams, and the open-back design avoids air-pressure buildup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LCD-5s ships with the headphone, a premium 4-pin XLR balanced cable with OCC high-purity copper, a 4-pin XLR to 6.3mm TRS adapter, a 6.3mm to 3.5mm adapter, and a lockable aluminum travel case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I replace the cable or earpads?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The LCD-5s uses detachable connectors at the earcups. Replacement earpads are available from Audeze. Earpads are considered consumable items and are not covered under warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4de.svg\" alt=\"phone emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at \u003ca href=\"tel:8009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f69a.svg\" alt=\"truck emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f4b3.svg\" alt=\"credit card emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e  \u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audeze","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982886035629,"sku":"NEW-AZLCD5S","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AZLCD5S_01_angled_2026__28234.1770672041.1280.1280_e2cea88c-09f6-4b6a-922e-d60b0f90268a.jpg?v=1778166123"},{"product_id":"audeze-lcd-2-headphones-paduak-leather-includes-case-and-adaptor","title":"Audeze LCD 2 Headphones - Paduak - Leather - Includes Case and Adaptor","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\"The Best-Sounding Full-Size Headphone on the Planet\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe Audeze LCD-2 is a state-of-the-art planar magnetic headphone with every component engineered with one goal in mind: to recreate sound precisely as the artist intended. The LCD-2 uses Audeze's proprietary thin-film diaphragm housed between a push-pull magnetic structure producing incredibly accurate and detailed sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn his November 10, 2010 review for \u003cem\u003eCNET.com\u003c\/em\u003e, Steve Guttenberg raves, \"The Audeze LCD-2 may be the best-sounding full-size headphone on the planet… This headphone somehow produces extraordinary clarity, openness, and articulation, but without exaggerated detail or annoyingly overdone treble. The Audeze LCD-2 is a game changer…\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Hail the New King!\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Hail the new king!\" proclaims Srajan Ebaen at \u003cem\u003e6moons.com\u003c\/em\u003e. \"It's so shocking that newcomer Audeze could morph so quickly from DIY LCD-1 to bona fide production item with the LCD-2 and segue straight into the top echelon where they now are an uncompromised alternative to Sennheiser and Beyer-dynamic.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I'll stick my neck out and say that these are the most enjoyable headphones I've ever experienced. 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Additionally, the sloped design provides a more stable fit while positioning the driver more directly towards your ear to ensure correct imaging and sound signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe LCD-2 comes with an ADZ6SE single-ended 1\/4” TRS to 2x4-pin mini XLR cable with 1\/4\" to 1\/8\" adapter. It also includes a wood care kit, 'Ruggedized travel case,' a personalized frequency response graph, and 3-year warranty documents from Audeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAudeze Planar Magnetic Transducer Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlanar magnetic speaker technology is a dramatic departure from traditional dynamic speakers. The unique design and functionality of planar magnetic transducers (or drivers) overcome many limitations inherent in cone drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlanar magnetic transducers typically consist of two main components: a diaphragm with circuit and magnet arrays. The 'planar' in planar magnetics refers to the magnetic field that's distributed in the same plane (parallel) to the diaphragm. Planar magnetic diaphragms are thin and lightweight compared to much heavier moving-coil or dome diaphragms found in 'dynamic' drivers. This thin diaphragm is suspended in the magnetic fields created by the magnetic arrays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eUnlike a dynamic driver with a cone or dome attached to a voice coil, a planar magnetic diaphragm has a printed circuit spread across the surface of a thin-film substrate. 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Since the force created by the magnetic field is distributed across most of the diaphragm surface, the planar magnetic diaphragm moves faster and with far greater accuracy to the input signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe magnetic force that drives the lightweight diaphragm delivers rapid acceleration thus achieving a wide frequency response, low distortion and excellent sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlanar magnetic transducers also offer added durability compared to conventional dynamic drivers. Because the circuit pattern is spread flat across the diaphragm surface, it can dissipate the heat generated by the current passing through it more efficiently. Additionally, planar magnetic transducers have few moving parts and can maintain performance without any sonic degradation. Dynamic drivers continuously degrade in performance over their life due to a multitude of moving parts and use of glue joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAmplifier friendliness is another attribute. The circuits found in planar magnetic diaphragms present an almost purely resistive load to amplifiers, making the transducers easy to drive. 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Many hit records have been mixed on these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAt 20 ohms and 103dB\/mW, it's among the most efficient headphones Audeze makes — it will play from almost any device with a headphone output. That's unusual for a planar magnetic headphone of this caliber, and it means the LCD-X doesn't force you into an amplifier purchase before you can hear what it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eA 106mm Diaphragm That Starts and Stops on Command\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA conventional headphone driver is a small cone pushed from a single point, prone to flexing and breaking up. The LCD-X uses an ultra-thin Uniforce diaphragm 106mm across, driven evenly over its entire surface by a double-sided neodymium N50 magnet array with Fazor waveguides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThe transient response that produces is about as fast as you could ask for, and the bass has genuine punch — a quality planar headphones aren't always known for. Distortion stays at 0.1% even at 100dB, so the presentation holds together when you turn it up rather than hardening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eThe 2021 Revision Fixed the Things People Complained About\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAudeze substantially reworked the LCD-X for its current version. The magnet array was reconfigured and simplified, which retuned the frequency response and addressed the uneven upper midrange of earlier examples. The suspension headband and revised ear pads improved both fit and seal consistency across different head shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eIt also shed roughly 50 grams in the process. At 612 grams the LCD-X is still a substantial headphone, but the wide suspension headband and deep lambskin pads distribute that weight considerably better than the design it replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eIs This Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA few things to think through before ordering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want accuracy, not flattery.\u003c\/strong\u003e The LCD-X is voiced neutral and revealing — it's a mixing and mastering tool as much as a listening headphone. If you'd rather have a warmer, more forgiving presentation with imperfect recordings, the LCD-2 is the friendlier choice in the same family.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow impedance cuts both ways.\u003c\/strong\u003e These are easy to drive, but their high sensitivity also means a noisy amplifier's hiss becomes audible. A quiet amp matters more here than a powerful one — tell us what you're running and we'll be straight with you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis is an open-back design.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sound goes out as freely as it comes in. 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The travel case is worth using between sessions; the lambskin pads compress if the headphones sit under something.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e106mm Ultra-Thin Uniforce Diaphragm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA large, near-weightless planar diaphragm driven evenly across its full surface for speed and low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-Sided Neodymium N50 Magnet Array\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMagnets on both sides of the diaphragm, reconfigured in the current version to reduce weight while retuning the response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFazor Waveguides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAudeze's patented waveguides manage sound leaving the driver, reducing distortion and sharpening imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Impedance, High Sensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e20 ohms and 103dB\/mW make the LCD-X unusually easy to drive for a planar magnetic headphone of this class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType: Open-back, over-ear planar magnetic headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImpedance: 20 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 103 dB\/mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10Hz – 50kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotal harmonic distortion: 0.1% at 100dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDriver size: 106mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiaphragm: Ultra-thin Uniforce\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMagnet structure: Proprietary neodymium N50 array with Fazor waveguides\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEarpads: Genuine lambskin leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeadband: Suspension design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeight: 612g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCable connection: Dual mini-XLR at the earcups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembly: Handcrafted and calibrated in Audeze's Southern California facility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded: Headphones, cable, adapter, travel case, user guide and warranty card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot strictly — at 20 ohms and 103dB\/mW the LCD-X will play properly from most sources, including a laptop or phone. That said, it scales with better electronics, and a quiet, well-designed amplifier gets more out of it. Because sensitivity is high, amplifier noise floor matters more than raw output power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the LCD-X differ from the LCD-2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe LCD-2 is warmer and more forgiving — the easier listen with imperfect recordings. The LCD-X is the more neutral, more revealing headphone, aimed at critical listening and studio work, and it's considerably easier to drive. Neither replaces the other; they're voiced for different purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill people around me hear my music?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — that's the nature of an open-back design. The open earcup creates the LCD-X's sense of space and air, but sound escapes freely in both directions. Superb for a quiet room; not suitable for a shared space or for tracking with an open microphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise – Helping music lovers build better systems since 1981.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee – Hear it in your own system with confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReal Product Experts – Friendly advice before and after your purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFree Shipping – On qualifying orders over $49.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlexible Financing – Convenient payment options available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Audeze","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ Leather \/ New","offer_id":45983092801709,"sku":"NEW-AZLCDX-BLK-L","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Leather \/ Demo","offer_id":45983092834477,"sku":"DEMO-AZLCDX-BLK-L","price":948.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AZLCDX-BLK-L_01_angle_2024__12005.1744299960.1280.1280_b0b07912-af25-40e8-9eb5-ecb75ee25c49.jpg?v=1778162317"},{"product_id":"audeze-mm-500-manny-marroquin-headphones-with-case-and-6-3mm-cable","title":"Audeze MM-500 Manny Marroquin Headphones - With Case and 6.3mm Cable","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;\"\u003eAudeze MM-500 Manny Marroquin Headphones — With Case and 6.3mm Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eWhat It Does in Your System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eA Studio Tool That Works Just as Well at Home\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAudeze built the MM-500 with Manny Marroquin, an eleven-time Grammy-winning mixing engineer, for one purpose: making decisions you can trust. A mix that sounds right on these should sound right everywhere else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThat same honesty is why they work outside the studio. If you want to hear a recording as it was actually finished, rather than as a manufacturer thinks you would enjoy it, this is that kind of headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003e90mm Planar Magnetic Drivers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInstead of a cone pushed by a voice coil at its center, a planar magnetic driver uses a large, ultra-thin diaphragm driven evenly across its whole surface. Less of the diaphragm flexes out of step, so transients start and stop faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAudeze adds three of its own technologies: Uniforce voice coils and an ultra-thin diaphragm to cut distortion, Fazor waveguides to manage how sound leaves the driver, and Fluxor magnet arrays for efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eEasy to Drive, Built to Wear All Day\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAt 18 ohms and 100dB per milliwatt, the MM-500 is among the easiest planar headphones to power. It runs from an audio interface, a console, a home amplifier, or a decent portable — no specialist amp required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThe chassis is machined aluminum with a spring steel headband and a wide leather-padded suspension strap that spreads the weight. At 495 grams these are not light, but the load is distributed rather than concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eIs This Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThree things to weigh:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want accuracy, not flattery.\u003c\/strong\u003e These are tuned to be truthful. Poor recordings will sound like poor recordings. That is the point, and it is not what everyone wants from a listening headphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck your connector.\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied cable ends in a 6.3mm (¼-inch) plug, which suits interfaces, consoles, and home headphone amps. For a phone or laptop you will need an adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-back means no isolation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sound leaks freely in both directions. Fine for a studio or a quiet room, wrong for a shared office, a plane, or tracking with a live mic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eConnect the braided cable to the headphones and plug the 6.3mm end into your interface, amplifier, or DAC. Nothing else is required — no batteries, no software, no break-in ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAdjust the suspension strap so the weight sits on the top of your head rather than clamping at the sides. The travel case is included, and using it matters more than usual with a planar headphone, since the diaphragms are extremely thin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90mm Planar Magnetic Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge ultra-thin diaphragms driven evenly across their surface for fast, low-distortion response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFluxor Magnet Arrays and Fazor Waveguides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAudeze's magnet structure for efficiency, paired with waveguides that manage phase and frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachined Aluminum and Spring Steel Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt for daily professional use, with a wide leather headband pad spreading the load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted in California\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssembled and tested at Audeze's Southern California workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eStyle: Over-ear, open-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eTransducer type: Planar magnetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eDriver size: 90mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eMagnetic structure: Fluxor magnet array, neodymium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003ePhase management: Fazor waveguides\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eFrequency response: 5Hz – 50kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eImpedance: 18 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eSensitivity: 100dB per 1mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eTotal harmonic distortion: Less than 0.1% at 100dB SPL, 1kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eMaximum SPL: Greater than 130dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eWeight: 495 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eHousing: Machined aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eEarpads: Leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eIncluded: Braided cable with 6.3mm (¼ in) plug, travel case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot necessarily. At 18 ohms and 100dB per milliwatt these are unusually efficient for a planar design, so most interfaces and amplifiers drive them properly. A better source still improves what you hear, but nothing exotic is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do these compare to the LCD-X?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are Audeze planar headphones aimed at professional use. The MM-500 was built later, with Manny Marroquin's input, around mix translation specifically — the goal being that decisions made on these hold up on other systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use these for tracking with a microphone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot ideally. Open-back headphones leak sound, which a live microphone will pick up. 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It's the model that established the clear, spacious, physically present sound the company became known for, and it's been refined steadily ever since rather than replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis version pairs hand-finished Padauk wood rings — a warm, deep red hardwood — with leather-free earpads, and it's still built in Audeze's Southern California workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eA Planar Diaphragm That Moves as One Piece\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA conventional headphone driver is a small cone pushed from a single point at its center, which makes it prone to flexing and breaking up. Audeze's planar magnetic diaphragm is a near-weightless film driven evenly across its entire surface by a dual-sided staggered magnet array — and it's roughly four times the area of a typical dynamic driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThe practical result is speed and low distortion. Bass has genuine physical weight and stops cleanly instead of blurring, and complex passages stay sorted out rather than congealing when the music gets busy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eWarm, Forgiving, and Easy to Listen to for Hours\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAudeze's patented Fazor waveguides manage how sound leaves the driver on its way to your ear, reducing distortion and tightening imaging. The LCD-2's tuning leans warm and rich — a lifelike midrange, deep and powerful low end, and treble that's smooth rather than etched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThat voicing makes the LCD-2 the most forgiving headphone in the LCD line. Imperfect recordings still sound musical rather than exposed, which matters if your library isn't all audiophile pressings. The ventilated suspension headband and updated earpads mean you can stay in a listening session rather than take breaks from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eIs This Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA few things to think through before ordering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll want a proper headphone amp.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 70 ohms and 101dB\/mW, the LCD-2 isn't punishing to drive, but it won't give its best from a phone or laptop jack. A dedicated headphone amp or a DAC\/amp with real output is where these come alive — tell us what you have and we'll advise honestly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis is an open-back design.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sound goes out as freely as it comes in. That's what produces the spaciousness, but it means these aren't for an open office, a shared room, or anywhere you need isolation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather-free earpads are the version here.\u003c\/strong\u003e Audeze offers both, and the leather-free pads are the choice if you'd rather avoid animal products. If you specifically want leather, that's a separate configuration — just ask.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThe cable attaches with mini-XLR connectors at the base of each earcup — line up the pins and push until the connector latches. Adjust fit using the yoke rods on each side, then let the suspension headband distribute the weight across the top of your head rather than clamping it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eConnect to your headphone amplifier's output using the supplied cable, with the included adaptor if your amp uses a different jack size. Everything you need to start listening is in the box, and the travel case is worth using — the wood rings are hand-finished and the pads compress over time if the headphones live under something.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanar Magnetic Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA near-weightless diaphragm roughly four times the size of a typical dynamic driver, driven evenly across its full surface for speed and low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Sided Staggered Magnet Array\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMagnets on both sides of the diaphragm in a staggered arrangement give the sound room to breathe and improve imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFazor Waveguides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAudeze's patented waveguides manage sound leaving the driver, reducing distortion and sharpening sonic imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Finished Padauk Wood Rings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep red hardwood rings, hand-crafted in Audeze's Southern California workshop, maintaining the look of the original LCD-2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin:24px 0 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType: Open-back, over-ear planar magnetic headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImpedance: 70 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 101 dB\/mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDriver: Planar magnetic with dual-sided staggered magnet array and Fazor waveguides\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEarcup rings: Hand-finished Padauk wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEarpads: Leather-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeadband: Ventilated suspension design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCable connection: Dual mini-XLR at the earcups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAssembly: Made in Audeze's Southern California workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded: Headphones, travel case, cable, and adaptor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll want one. At 70 ohms and 101dB\/mW the LCD-2 will make sound from most sources, but it needs real drive to deliver the bass authority and dynamics it's capable of. A dedicated headphone amp or a capable DAC\/amp is the right partner — call us and we'll match one to your setup and budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do the leather-free pads compare to leather?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey're the same shape and fit, offered so you can choose based on preference rather than compromise. Some listeners find the two pad materials sound very slightly different from one another, but both are current Audeze production and both are designed around the same headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill people around me hear my music?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — that's the nature of an open-back design. The open earcup is what creates the LCD-2's sense of space and air, but it means sound escapes freely in both directions. 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It keeps the MM-500's core mission — an open-back planar headphone accurate enough for mixing and critical listening, and honest enough that decisions made on it translate to other systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe headline addition is Audeze's SLAM (Symmetric Linear Acoustic Modulator) technology, which optimizes air pressure inside the earcup to give the open-back design deeper, more controlled bass without disturbing the neutral midrange that made the MM-500 a working tool rather than a hi-fi showpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eSLAM Technology Brings Real Low-End to an Open Back\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOpen-back headphones typically trade bass weight for soundstage and clarity, since the open design lets low frequencies escape rather than build up. SLAM addresses this with a vented, knurled ring built into the driver assembly that manages internal air pressure, adding a meaningful boost below 100Hz. Independent measurement confirms the emphasis sits mainly in the 20Hz to 50Hz range, giving the MM-520 more foundation than the MM-500 without introducing the boominess or distortion that bass-heavy closed-back designs can suffer from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eUpdated Comfort for Long Sessions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe MM-520 moves to magnetic detachable earpads, replacing the MM-500's glued-in pads, so swapping or cleaning them takes seconds rather than requiring adhesive work. New 180-degree swivel cups let the earcups lay flat when not in use and adjust more freely to your head. The tradeoff is weight: at 555g, the MM-520 is about 60g heavier than the MM-500, mainly due to the added SLAM ring and new pad magnet system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eEasy to Drive, Built to Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 18 ohms impedance and 102dB\/mW sensitivity (2dB more sensitive than the MM-500), the MM-520 can be driven cleanly from an audio interface, console headphone output, or laptop, without requiring a dedicated headphone amplifier to reach usable volume. A quality headphone amp will still let the driver show more of what it's capable of, particularly for critical listening rather than quick monitoring checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eIs the Audeze MM-520 Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou mix, master, or do critical listening work.\u003c\/strong\u003e The MM-520 is built for translation — decisions made on it are meant to hold up on other playback systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want real bass from an open-back design.\u003c\/strong\u003e SLAM technology directly targets the low-end weakness open-back headphones are known for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own the MM-500 and are deciding whether to upgrade.\u003c\/strong\u003e The core driver and midrange tuning carry over; the main gains are bass definition, magnetic pads, and swivel cups, at the cost of extra weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou need flexible cable termination.\u003c\/strong\u003e The included cable covers 6.35mm and 3.5mm; if you need balanced 4-pin XLR or 4.4mm, budget for an aftermarket cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne honest limitation:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 555g, this is a heavier headphone than the MM-500 it replaces, which is worth factoring in if you already found the MM-500 substantial for long sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eSetup, Compatibility \u0026amp; What's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe MM-520 connects via a detachable 2.5m cable with 3-pin mini-XLR connectors at each earcup and a 6.35mm (1\/4\") plug at the amplifier end; a 6.35mm-to-3.5mm adapter is included for smaller headphone jacks. There is no balanced 4-pin XLR or 4.4mm cable included. Included in the box: the MM-520 headphones, the stock 2.5m cable, a 6.35mm-to-3.5mm adapter, a soft carrying pouch, a hard travel case, a user guide, and a warranty card. A headphone amplifier is not strictly required given the MM-520's sensitivity, but is recommended to hear the driver at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSLAM Bass Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA vented, air-pressure-managing ring adds meaningful low-end weight to the open-back design without closed-back boominess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90mm Planar Magnetic Driver\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA single-sided Fluxor magnet array and Ultra-Thin Uniforce diaphragm target low distortion and fast transient response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Detachable Earpads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwap or clean pads in seconds, without the glued-pad process used on the outgoing MM-500.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e180-Degree Swivel Cups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEarcups lay flat for storage and adjust more freely for a range of head shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-to-Drive Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e18-ohm impedance and 102dB\/mW sensitivity let it run cleanly from an interface, console, or laptop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.45em 0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManny Marroquin Signature Tuning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeveloped over four years with the 18-time Grammy-winning mix engineer for a neutral, translation-focused sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: open-back, over-ear planar magnetic headphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver: 90mm planar magnetic, single-sided Fluxor magnet array (14 magnets), Ultra-Thin Uniforce diaphragm, Fazor phase management, SLAM acoustic management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 5Hz – 50kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 18 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 102dB\/1mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum SPL: greater than 130dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTHD: under 0.1% at 100dB SPL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum recommended power: above 100mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable: detachable, 2.5m, 20AWG OCC copper, 3-pin mini-XLR connectors, 6.35mm plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded adapter: 6.35mm to 3.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarpads: magnetic detachable, memory foam with leather-style covering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadband: metal frame with leather suspension strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCup articulation: 180-degree swivel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 555g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: headphones, stock cable, 6.35mm-to-3.5mm adapter, soft carrying pouch, hard travel case, user guide, warranty card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Expert Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadfonics awarded the MM-520 a 9.1 Award Score (Sound Quality 9.1, Design 9.2, Comfort 8.9, Synergy 9.3), citing \"impressive imaging for a compact soundstage\" and \"improved sub-bass response over the MM-500.\" The review's noted drawbacks were a slightly subdued upper-midrange for some listeners and added weight compared to the outgoing model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier to use the MM-520?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly. At 18 ohms and 102dB\/mW sensitivity, the MM-520 can be driven cleanly from an audio interface, console headphone output, or laptop. A dedicated headphone amp will still let the driver show more of its capability for critical listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eHow is the MM-520 different from the MM-500?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe core driver and Marroquin-tuned midrange carry over, but the MM-520 adds SLAM bass technology for deeper, more controlled low end, magnetic detachable earpads in place of glued pads, and new 180-degree swivel cups. It's about 60g heavier as a result. The MM-500 has been discontinued in favor of the MM-520.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eDoes it come with a balanced cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNo. The included cable terminates in 6.35mm (1\/4\") with a 3.5mm adapter. There is no 4-pin XLR or 4.4mm balanced cable in the box; an aftermarket cable would be needed for a balanced connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.35em 0;\"\u003eIs this an open-back or closed-back headphone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOpen-back. 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The LCD-2 uses Audeze's proprietary thin-film diaphragm housed between a push-pull magnetic structure producing incredibly accurate and detailed sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eIn his November 10, 2010 review for \u003cem\u003eCNET.com\u003c\/em\u003e, Steve Guttenberg raves, \"The Audeze LCD-2 may be the best-sounding full-size headphone on the planet… This headphone somehow produces extraordinary clarity, openness, and articulation, but without exaggerated detail or annoyingly overdone treble. The Audeze LCD-2 is a game changer…\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Hail the New King!\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"Hail the new king!\" proclaims Srajan Ebaen at \u003cem\u003e6moons.com\u003c\/em\u003e. \"It's so shocking that newcomer Audeze could morph so quickly from DIY LCD-1 to bona fide production item with the LCD-2 and segue straight into the top echelon where they now are an uncompromised alternative to Sennheiser and Beyer-dynamic.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"I'll stick my neck out and say that these are the most enjoyable headphones I've ever experienced. 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Since the force created by the magnetic field is distributed across most of the diaphragm surface, the planar magnetic diaphragm moves faster and with far greater accuracy to the input signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe magnetic force that drives the lightweight diaphragm delivers rapid acceleration thus achieving a wide frequency response, low distortion and excellent sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003ePlanar magnetic transducers also offer added durability compared to conventional dynamic drivers. Because the circuit pattern is spread flat across the diaphragm surface, it can dissipate the heat generated by the current passing through it more efficiently. Additionally, planar magnetic transducers have few moving parts and can maintain performance without any sonic degradation. 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Plenty of records you've heard were mixed on a pair. Engineers reach for it because it tells the truth about a recording rather than flattering it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis is the current 2021 revision, and it's a real overhaul rather than a refresh. Audeze reworked the magnet array, thinned the diaphragm film, retuned the sound, and replaced the old headband with a suspension design that spreads the weight much better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 24px 0 8px;\"\u003e106mm Planar Drivers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eA normal headphone uses a cone attached to a voice coil at one point. A planar magnetic driver works differently. It suspends a very light sheet of film between magnet arrays, with the conductive trace printed right onto the film itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eThat means force gets applied evenly across the whole surface instead of at one spot. Less mass, more even push, and the driver starts and stops faster. You hear it as speed and detail that a cone struggles to match. Audeze adds Fazor elements that guide sound through the earcup for better imaging and reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 24px 0 8px;\"\u003eLeather-Free Pads and a Travel Case\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis version comes with Audeze's leather-free ear pads, filled with acoustic foam chosen for both fit and sound. If you'd rather not have leather on your headphones, this is the same LCD-X without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eA travel case is included, which matters on a headphone this size. The steel and leather suspension headband carries the weight across the top of your head instead of pressing on one spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px;\"\u003eIs This Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eA few things to think about before you order:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThese are open-back headphones.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sound goes out and room noise comes in. That's what gives them their spacious sound, but it also means people nearby will hear your music. For a shared space or a recording session with a live mic, look at the closed-back LCD-XC instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThey're heavy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Planar drivers need real magnets, and the LCD-X lands around 612 grams. The suspension headband handles that well, but it's a lot more than a typical headphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThey work off a phone but deserve better.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 20 ohms and 103dB per milliwatt, almost anything will drive them to volume. A proper headphone amp is where they open up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px;\"\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eThe cable connects at both earcups with 4-pin mini-XLR plugs. They lock in place, and you can replace them. That's a real advantage, because the cable is usually the first thing to fail on a headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003eAudeze includes a cable with a 4-pin XLR end plus adapters for standard headphone jacks, so the LCD-X works with balanced and regular outputs alike. Store them in the travel case when you're not listening. The ear pads are glued in place, so they aren't meant to be swapped at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e106mm Planar Magnetic Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge, ultra-thin diaphragms with double-sided magnet arrays push evenly across the whole surface for speed a cone can't match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFazor Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGuides built into the earcup shape how sound travels, improving imaging and extending frequency reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather-Free Ear Pads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcoustic foam pads chosen for fit and sound, with no leather anywhere on the headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaceable 4-Pin Mini-XLR Cables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocking connectors at each cup let you swap or upgrade the cable instead of retiring the headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin: 24px 0 8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Over-ear, open-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver Type: Planar magnetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver Size: 106mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 12Hz – 20kHz, extending to 50kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 103dB per 1mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 20 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: About 612g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEar Pads: Leather-free, acoustic foam filled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable Connection: Dual 4-pin mini-XLR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: Cable with adapters, travel case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in California, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 32px 0 8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do these differ from the LCD-XC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame drivers and the same basic build. The LCD-X is open-backed, which gives it a more spacious, airy sound. The LCD-XC is closed, so it blocks outside noise and keeps your music in. Pick the X for private listening in a quiet room, the XC when isolation matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the leather-free pads sound different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlightly. Ear pad material and shape both affect how a headphone measures, and listeners who've compared the two report small differences in the midrange. Neither is better — it comes down to preference and whether you want leather on your headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot to get volume. At 20 ohms and 103dB per milliwatt, a phone or laptop will drive them. 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