Audeze LCD-X Over-ear Headphones - Planar Magnetic Aluminum Rings With Leather
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Audeze LCD-X Over-ear Headphones - Planar Magnetic Aluminum Rings With Leather
Overview
The Audeze LCD-X is an open-back, planar magnetic headphone built as a reference tool for mixing, mastering, and critical listening. A 106mm Ultra-Thin Uniforce diaphragm sits inside a proprietary magnet array with Fazor phase management, delivering the resolution and low distortion of a high-end speaker system without needing a treated room. At just 20 ohms and 103 dB sensitivity, it's one of the easier Audeze models to drive, running well from most interfaces, consoles, or devices. This version pairs aluminum earcup rings with leather earpads for a refined, comfortable build.
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The LCD-X has been the reference headphone for working audio professionals since 2013, valued for translating consistently across systems. Its low impedance means it's approachable for home listeners too, not just studio owners.
Best for the Audeze LCD-X: use the included XLR-to-1/4" cable straight into an interface or headphone amp for the cleanest signal path — its efficient design means you don't need a high-powered amplifier to drive it well.
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Why the Audeze LCD-X Stands Out
106mm Ultra-Thin Uniforce Diaphragm
Delivers detailed, accurate sound with low distortion across the frequency range.
Fazor Phase Management
Reduces phase distortion inside the driver housing for precise imaging.
Low Impedance, High Sensitivity
At 20 ohms and 103 dB, it drives easily from nearly any device with a headphone output.
10Hz-50kHz Frequency Response
Delivers full-range detail with less than 0.1% THD at 100dB SPL.
Aluminum Rings with Leather Earpads
A refined, comfortable build that pairs durable aluminum earcup rings with leather-covered earpads.
Suspension Headband
Distributes weight evenly with a cushioned fit for long listening or mixing sessions.
Buyer's Guide
Who It's For
- The Working Engineer: Professionals who need a reliable, translatable reference headphone.
- The Home Studio Owner: Anyone mixing without a fully treated room.
- The Serious Home Listener: Audiophiles who want reference-level accuracy without demanding amplifier requirements.
How It Compares
If you'd prefer the same driver and build with a different earpad material, we also carry the leather-free version of the LCD-X. For Audeze's most resolving open-back model regardless of amplifier requirements, the LCD-5s is worth a look.
Audeze LCD-X Over-ear Headphones - Planar Magnetic Aluminum Rings With Leather Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Model | Audeze LCD-X (Leather Earpads) |
| Type | Over-ear, Open-back |
| Noise Cancellation | No (Open-back design) |
| Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 10 Hz – 50 kHz |
| Driver Type | Planar Magnetic |
| Driver Size | 106 mm |
| Magnetic Structure | Proprietary Magnet Array |
| Phase Management | Fazor™ |
| Magnet Type | Neodymium N50 |
| Diaphragm Type | Ultra-Thin Uniforce™ |
| Maximum Power Handling | 5W RMS |
| Maximum SPL | >130 dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | <0.1% @ 100 dB SPL |
| Impedance | 20 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/1mW (at Drum Reference Point) |
| Minimum Power Requirement | >100 mW |
| Recommended Power Level | >250 mW |
| Connectivity | |
| Primary Connection | 4-pin XLR (balanced) with single-ended 1/4" adapter |
| Physical Specifications | |
| Weight | 612 g |
| Ear Pad Material | Leather |
| Ring Material | Aluminum |
| Headband | Suspension headband |
| Cable | 1.9m (6.2ft), 20 AWG high-purity OCC audio-grade copper |
| In the Box | |
| Included Accessories | Braided 4-pin XLR combo cable with 1/4" single-ended adapter, standard LCD travel case |
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