Audeze LCD 2 Classic
Open-back circumaural headphones from Audeze featuring planar magnetic transducers, hand-made in California, renowned for their expansive, realistic sound.
Description
The LCD-2 Classic is an open-back circumaural headphone from Audeze, a Californian brand known for its planar magnetic transducers. It carries on the legacy of the original LCD-2, the headphone that brought Audeze to the attention of audiophiles when it launched in 2009. This Classic model makes that sonic signature more accessible while retaining hand-built construction.
The headphones are fitted with planar magnetic drivers featuring an offset array. This design promotes better airflow through the transducer, contributing to more precise spatial reproduction and better handling of sound positioning information. The open-back construction, typical of planar circumaural headphones, favours a wide soundstage and a sense of space over strong sound isolation.
The LCD-2 Classic aims for a sound described as relaxed, expansive and spacious, with a balance between weight, clarity and depth. This signature suits attentive home listening in a quiet environment, rather than portable or outdoor use, as the open design lets sound escape and does not isolate against ambient noise.
These headphones suit listeners seeking an immersive, detailed listening experience, with a preference for a wide soundstage over strict isolation. They are intended for stationary use, paired with a hi-fi system or a dedicated headphone amplifier, rather than mobile use.
What to check before buying used
The protein leather earpads and the headband fabric show signs of use: check for cracking, sagging or a sweat odour that would require replacement. The planar magnetic transducer should deliver identical output on both sides, with no distortion or unwanted noise at high volume, which would indicate a damaged diaphragm. Also inspect the cable connectors at the earcups, which see frequent use, as well as the tension of the headband hinges.
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