Audeze LCD-XC Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones Premium Package - Black
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Audeze LCD-XC Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones Premium Package - Black
Overview
The Audeze LCD-XC is the closed-back equivalent to the LCD-X, built for audio professionals who need the same transparency and detail but can't work in an open-back design. A 106mm Ultra-Thin Uniforce diaphragm and Fazor phase management deliver the resolution Audeze's reference headphones are known for, while the closed-back shell blocks outside noise and prevents microphone bleed during recording. This listing is the black, leather-earpad version with the standard travel case.
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The LCD-XC is the problem-solver for anyone who doesn't have a silent, treated room to work in. Most closed-back headphones sound boxed-in compared to their open-back siblings, but the XC's large drivers and Fazor phase management keep the soundstage feeling open despite the sealed design. At 20 ohms and 100 dB sensitivity, it's still efficient enough to drive well from most interfaces and portable sources.
Best for the Audeze LCD-XC: use the included braided 4-pin XLR combo cable with its single-ended 1/4" adapter straight into an interface or headphone amp for the cleanest signal path.
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Why the Audeze LCD-XC 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, even in a closed-back shell.
Closed-Back Isolation
Blocks external noise and prevents microphone bleed, making it a dependable choice for tracking and location recording.
Low Impedance, High Sensitivity
At 20 ohms and 100 dB, it drives easily from nearly any device with a headphone output.
Suspension Headband
Distributes weight evenly with a cushioned fit for long listening or tracking sessions.
Buyer's Guide
Who It's For
- The Professional Mixing Engineer: Needs a dependable, neutral reference that blocks out distractions in a busy studio or mobile setup.
- The Location Sound Recordist: Requires isolation to monitor live feeds without bleed into nearby microphones.
- The Serious Home Listener: Wants reference-level accuracy without disturbing others in a shared space.
How It Compares
If isolation isn't a requirement, the Audeze LCD-X uses the same driver technology in an open-back design with a wider soundstage. For Audeze's most resolving model overall, the LCD-5s is worth a look.
Audeze LCD-XC Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones Premium Package - Black Specifications
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Model | Audeze LCD-XC (Leather Earpads, Black) |
| Type | Over-ear, Closed-back |
| Noise Cancellation | No (Passive isolation via closed-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 | 100 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 | 677 g |
| Ear Pad Material | Leather |
| 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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