
Audeze
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The Audeze LCD-2 is an open‑back, over‑ear planar magnetic headphone featuring massive 106 mm neodymium drivers with Fazor phase management, delivering exceptional clarity and a spacious soundstage. It offers high power handling (5 W RMS) and includes a detachable 6.2 ft cable, foldable design, and a travel hard case, but its 595 g weight and open‑back design can limit portability and isolation.
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$1,199.00
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$1,169.50
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$1,070.00
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$1,199.00
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers emphasize the LCD-2’s large 106 mm planar magnetic drivers and Fazor phase management as delivering unmatched clarity, focus, and a holographic imaging experience. The high 5 W RMS power handling is lauded for maintaining low distortion even at elevated volumes, while the open‑back architecture is praised for its natural, spacious soundstage, making it a strong candidate for critical listening and studio work.
What Users Say
Everyday users consistently praise the headphone’s detailed, controlled bass and expansive soundstage, noting the convenience of the detachable cable and travel case. Recurring criticisms revolve around the substantial weight, which can cause fatigue, the necessity for a powerful amplifier, and the open‑back design’s tendency to leak sound, limiting its suitability for noisy environments.
Common Complaints
Weight‑induced fatigue during long sessions, requirement for a powerful amplifier, and sound leakage due to the open‑back design.
How It Compares
vs. LCD-5
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Choose LCD‑5 for lighter weight and easier amp requirements; choose LCD‑2 for larger drivers and higher power handling.
vs. LCD-1
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LCD‑1 is best for portability and budget; LCD‑2 is better for audiophile‑grade sound and power.
vs. LCD‑S20
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LCD‑S20 offers marginal weight savings and a longer cable; LCD‑2 provides a more established feature set.
vs. LCD‑X
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LCD‑X is preferable when lower impedance is needed; LCD‑2 remains a cost‑effective choice with comparable driver size.
vs. LCD‑3
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LCD‑3 may appeal to audiophiles seeking a premium experience; LCD‑2 offers a well‑balanced feature set at a more accessible price.