Audeze LCD-2 Padauk | Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones

Audeze LCD-2 Changed the Headphone World Forever With It's Clear, Natural, and Spacious Sound Fazor waveguide technology for low distortion and precise sonic imaging Tuned for warm, rich tonality with deep, punchy low end performance Updated 2024 version with hand-finished Padauk wood rings More comfortable than ever with ventilated suspension and updated headband + Leather ear pads Updated from previous generation Rosewood Open-back Back Where it All Began, Audeze's First #1 Hit Audeze changed the headphone world forever in 2009 with the LCD-2, a planar magnetic headphone like none before it. The beautifully handcrafted LCD-2 delivers audiophile quality, low-distortion sound that articulates the power and nuance of your favorite music. The LCD-2 is the most forgiving of the LCD collection with poor recordings with a beautiful, musically rich presentation that communicates the warmth, power and glory of music. LCD-2 introduced the world to the clear, natural, spacious sound that quickly became synonymous with Audeze. They've upgraded and improved this signature headphone over the years to give you their best LCD-2 yet. Get Up Close to the Music From Audeze's very beginning onward, LCD-2's vibrant and physical sound connects listeners closely with their favorite artist. The midrange tone is warm and lifelike, and the legendary deep and powerful bass lets you feel the pulse of the music. Fine details are presented effortlessly and smoothly. Advancing Planar Technology Audeze’s innovative planar magnetic technology delivers an astonishingly lifelike sound. They use space-age materials in a near weightless diaphragm that’s 4x larger than typical headphones for fast response times, dramatically reduced distortion, higher resolution and improved imaging. Featuring a unique dual-sided staggered magnetic array, LCD-2's planar drivers give music the space to breathe and feel real. Upgraded with their patented Fazor waveguides, today's LCD-2 delivers precision and intimacy in every listening session. Created with Care and Detail LCD-2 is still made in their Southern California workshop, using beautiful hand-crafted wood rings, maintaining the look and feel of the original. Now upgraded with their suspension headband and latest Leather earpads, LCD-2 is more comfortable than ever. Specifications Style: Over-ear, open-back Transducer: Planar Magnetic Transducer Size: 106mm Diaphragm Type: Ultra-thin Magnetic Structure: Proprietary magnet array Magnet Type: Neodymium N50 Phase MGMT: FAZOR Impedance: 70Ω Sensitivity: 101dB/1mw (at Drum Reference Point) Frequency Response: 10Hz – 50kHz THD: <0.1% @ 100dB Maximum SPL: >130dB Minimum Power: >100mW Recommended Power: >250mW Maximum Power Handling: 5W RMS In the Box LCD-2 headphone LCD travel hard case 4-pin XLR Cable 4-pin XLR to 6.3mm TRS adapter cable 6.3mm to 3.5mm adapter Warranty Card + Certificate of Authenticity