{"product_id":"audeze-lcd-3-over-ear-headphones-planar-magnetic-leather-free","title":"Audeze LCD-3 Over-ear Headphones - Planar Magnetic Leather Free","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Audeze LCD-3 is an open-back, planar magnetic headphone built for critical listening at home. A 106mm ultra-thin diaphragm sits inside a proprietary stacked magnet array with Fazor phase management, producing a musical, spacious sound with a full low end and a natural midrange. This version uses Audeze's leather-free earpads, a breathable perforated pad paired with the same hand-finished zebrawood rings that define the LCD-3's look. At 110 ohms, it's tuned to work well with tube or solid-state headphone amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSimcoe Audio Video Insight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeather-free pads breathe better than traditional leather, which matters over a long listening session, and they're a straightforward choice if you'd rather avoid animal leather altogether.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforated, breathable pad material for cooler, longer wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame 106mm planar driver and zebrawood rings found across the LCD-3 line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA practical option for warmer climates or extended studio sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for the Audeze LCD-3:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a dedicated headphone amp rated for a 110-ohm load — plugging it straight into a phone or laptop headphone jack will leave real detail on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy It Wins\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e106mm Planar Magnetic Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e: An ultra-thin diaphragm moves inside a proprietary magnet array instead of a small dynamic voice coil, for lower distortion and a wider soundstage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFazor Phase Management\u003c\/strong\u003e: Corrects phase distortion inside the driver housing for cleaner, more precise imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Finished Zebrawood Rings\u003c\/strong\u003e: Handcrafted in the U.S.A. and matched by grain and color for build quality that matches the sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat Makes It Different\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost headphones in this price range use a single dynamic driver. The LCD-3's planar magnetic design spreads the driving force evenly across the whole diaphragm, which keeps distortion low even at higher volumes and gives it a wider, more precise soundstage than a typical dynamic-driver headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e110-Ohm Impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tuned to pair with tube and solid-state headphone amplifiers rather than portable devices alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10Hz-50kHz Frequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e: Extended range on both ends for a full, detailed listening experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-Pin XLR Cable Included\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ships with adapters down to 1\/4\" TRS and 3.5mm, so it connects to home amps and portable sources alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuyers Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Dedicated Home Listener\u003c\/strong\u003e: Music lovers building a serious desktop or listening-room setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Upgrading Audiophile\u003c\/strong\u003e: Anyone moving up from entry-level or mid-range dynamic-driver headphones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Amp Owner\u003c\/strong\u003e: Listeners who already have a tube or solid-state headphone amp and want a headphone that can make use of it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIdeal Use Case\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Listening Rooms\u003c\/strong\u003e: Where an open, accurate soundstage is the priority.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesktop Setups\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paired with a headphone DAC\/amp for near-field listening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio Reference Listening\u003c\/strong\u003e: For mixing and critical listening in a quiet space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat To Pair It With\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Dedicated Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tube or solid-state, capable of driving a 110-ohm load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA DAC or Digital Audio Player\u003c\/strong\u003e: With a balanced or single-ended output for the cleanest signal path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLossless or Hi-Res Source Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: To make full use of the detail the LCD-3 resolves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe LCD-3 is an open-back design built for quiet, dedicated listening spaces — if you need a closed-back headphone for tracking, gaming, or listening around others, a closed-back Audeze model is the better fit. 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