Overview

The Audeze LCD Ear Pads are genuine leather replacement pads built for Audeze's LCD-series headphones, using the same open-cell foam padding found on new LCD models straight from the factory. Original ear pads compress and wear down with regular use, gradually changing how a headphone fits and seals against your ears. These pads bring that fit back, and each pair includes PSA and half-moon spacers so you can fine-tune clamping pressure and depth to your preference. They're compatible with most Audeze LCD-series headphones, with the exception of the LCD-5s and LCD-1.

Simcoe Audio Video Insight

Ear pads are a wear item, not a defect. Foam breaks down years before the drivers or headband ever will, and it's often the reason a headphone that used to feel great suddenly doesn't.

• Genuine leather with open-cell foam padding, matching the factory spec used on new LCD headphones
• PSA and half-moon spacers included to fine-tune fit and clamping pressure
• Compatible with most Audeze LCD-series headphones, except the LCD-5s and LCD-1

Best for the Audeze LCD Ear Pads: confirm which LCD headphone model you own before ordering, since the LCD-5s and LCD-1 use a different pad design and won't work with this pair.

More Details

Why It Wins

• Genuine Leather Construction: Real leather exterior that matches the look and feel of the pads Audeze ships on new LCD headphones.
• Open-Cell Foam Padding: Comfortable, breathable foam that restores the seal and cushioning original pads lose over time.
• Included Fit Spacers: PSA and half-moon spacers let you fine-tune depth and clamping pressure to your head shape.

What Makes It Different

Aftermarket ear pads are often sized to fit "most" headphones, which can leave gaps around the driver or throw off clamping pressure. These are made by Audeze specifically for the LCD lineup, so the mounting, shape, and foam density match what shipped on the headphone originally.

Technical Highlights

• Genuine Leather Exterior: Matches the material and finish of factory LCD ear pads.
• Open-Cell Foam Core: Comfortable, consistent padding that holds its shape over time.
• Sold as a Matched Pair: Includes PSA and half-moon spacers for fit adjustment.

Buyers Guide

Who This Is For

• Long-Time LCD Owners: Anyone whose original pads have flattened, cracked, or lost their seal after years of use.
• Leather Purists: Listeners who want genuine leather rather than a synthetic alternative.
• Secondhand Buyers: Anyone picking up a used LCD headphone that needs a fresh set of pads.

Ideal Use Case

• Restoring Fit and Seal: Bringing back the comfort and sound of a headphone whose pads have compressed with age.
• Routine Maintenance: Replacing a wear item before it affects comfort or performance.
• Refreshing a Used Pair: Giving a secondhand LCD headphone a clean, like-new fit.

What To Pair It With

• Your Compatible Audeze LCD Headphones: Confirm your exact model before ordering, since not every LCD headphone uses this pad design.
• A Soft, Dry Cloth: For wiping down the new leather during regular use.
• Audeze's Replacement Video Guide: A quick walkthrough for swapping the pads without any tools.

Alternative Options

If you'd rather avoid leather, the Audeze LCD Ear Pads - Leather Free, Open-Cell Foam version uses the same foam padding and fit spacers with a vegan-friendly synthetic exterior instead.