OVERALL

SPECS

VS AVERAGE

REVIEWS

ALTERNATIVES

Audeze LCD 1 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£350
Avg. price in US: ~$400
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Audeze LCD 1 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.0

Good

4.4

Poor

7.1

Very good

2.1
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
1.0
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
1.1
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
4.4
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
2.7
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
3.5
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
4.4
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

Best prices in UK

£?

Best rankings

Verdict

The Audeze LCD-1 is an open-back, circumaural planar magnetic headphone designed for portable reference monitoring and critical listening. It features 90mm drivers with Ultra-thin Uniforce diaphragms, Fluxor magnets, and Fazor waveguides, delivering a wide frequency response of 10Hz to 50kHz. With a low impedance of 16 ohms and 99 dB sensitivity, it is exceptionally easy to drive directly from smartphones or laptops. Its 250g lightweight, foldable design and genuine lambskin memory foam pads prioritize comfort and portability. Main pros include its highly neutral and detailed sound signature, excellent transparency, and travel-friendly compact build. However, common cons include significant sound leakage due to the open-back nature, a relatively narrow soundstage for an open design, and a build that relies heavily on plastic compared to higher-end LCD models.

Technical Specifications of Audeze LCD 1

Overall score

5.0

Show more

Hide

Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

4.1

Show more

Hide

Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

planar

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

Show more

Calls & Controls

2.9

Show more

Hide

Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A

Show more

Connectivity

2.9

Show more

Hide

Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Show more

Features

5.9

Show more

Hide

Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

Show more

Battery

1.0

Show more

Hide

Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

Show more

Design

6.8

Show more

Hide

Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Audeze

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

open-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

Show more

Audeze LCD 1 vs the average headphone

Why is Audeze LCD 1 better than the average headphone?

Show more

Hide

Hi-Res Audio certification
Audeze LCD 1 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.
Importance: LOW
Audeze LCD 1 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
50 mm larger driver size
Audeze LCD 1 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (90 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.
Importance: MEDIUM
Audeze LCD 1 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (90 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.90 mm vs 40 mm
EQ customization
Audeze LCD 1 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.
Importance: MEDIUM
Audeze LCD 1 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
30,000 Hz higher treble extension
Audeze LCD 1 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (50,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=24000 Hz
Audeze LCD 1 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (50,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.50000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
8 Hz lower bass extension
Audeze LCD 1 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Audeze LCD 1 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.10 Hz vs 18 Hz
0.2 % lower distortion
Audeze LCD 1 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <=1%
Audeze LCD 1 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
Foldable design
Audeze LCD 1 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.
Importance: LOW
Audeze LCD 1 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
50x higher input power handling
Audeze LCD 1 has a higher max input power than the average headphone (5,000 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
What it is: Maximum input power the drivers can safely handle
When it matters: When you pair the headphones with stronger sources or dedicated gear.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=300 mW
Audeze LCD 1 has a higher max input power than the average headphone (5,000 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.5000 mW vs 100 mW
Foldable design
Audeze LCD 1 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
0.8 m more useful cable length
Audeze LCD 1 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (2 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
3 mm more spacious earcup height
Audeze LCD 1 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (63 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
Hi-Res Audio certification
Audeze LCD 1 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
50 mm larger driver size
Audeze LCD 1 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (90 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
30,000 Hz higher treble extension
Audeze LCD 1 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (50,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
8 Hz lower bass extension
Audeze LCD 1 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
0.2 % lower distortion
Audeze LCD 1 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
50x higher input power handling
Audeze LCD 1 has a higher max input power than the average headphone (5,000 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
Boom microphone included
Audeze LCD 1 includes a boom microphone, the average headphone does not. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
EQ customization
Audeze LCD 1 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

Calls & Controls

Why is Audeze LCD 1 worse than the average headphone?

Show more

Hide

14.7% higher weight
Audeze LCD 1 is heavier than the average headphone (250 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
1.2 higher clamp force
Audeze LCD 1 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.5 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
5 mm tighter earcup width
Audeze LCD 1 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (38 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
No passive noise reduction
Audeze LCD 1 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
3 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Audeze LCD 1 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
1 fewer microphones
Audeze LCD 1 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
No voice assistant support
Audeze LCD 1 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
No passive noise reduction
Audeze LCD 1 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.
Importance: MEDIUM
Audeze LCD 1 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
No voice assistant support
Audeze LCD 1 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
Audeze LCD 1 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
14.7% higher weight
Audeze LCD 1 is heavier than the average headphone (250 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
Audeze LCD 1 is heavier than the average headphone (250 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.250 g vs 218 g
3 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Audeze LCD 1 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Audeze LCD 1 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
1.2 higher clamp force
Audeze LCD 1 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.5 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.
Importance: MEDIUM
Audeze LCD 1 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.5 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.5.5 vs 4.3
3.89x more expensive
Audeze LCD 1 is more expensive than the average headphone (£350 vs £90).
Audeze LCD 1 is more expensive than the average headphone (£350 vs £90).£350 vs £90
1 fewer microphones
Audeze LCD 1 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2
Audeze LCD 1 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
5 mm tighter earcup width
Audeze LCD 1 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (38 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.
Importance: MEDIUM
Audeze LCD 1 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (38 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.38 mm vs 43 mm

Calls & Controls

Graphic comparison of Audeze LCD 1 and

Attribute category

Attribute

No results found

Third-party reviews

United Kingdom

United States

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Audeze LCD 1?

Lightweight and foldable design makes them highly portable
Excellent detail retrieval and clarity, especially in the treble frequencies
Accurate, well-balanced reference sound signature suitable for mixing
Very easy to drive directly from smartphones and laptops without an external amp
Comfortable for long sessions due to the low 250g weight and memory foam pads
Includes a high-quality hard travel case and a detachable, reversible cable

What customers dislike about Audeze LCD 1?

Build quality feels somewhat cheap and plasticky compared to higher-end Audeze models
Small ear cup size may be uncomfortable or feel like an 'on-ear' for those with larger ears
Lacks the dynamic 'punch' and bass impact found in larger planar magnetic headphones
Soundstage is more intimate and 'in-your-head' rather than wide or expansive
Significant sound leakage and poor isolation due to the open-back design
Some users report a 'veiled' or 'lifeless' sound without equalization

Expert reviews

soundstagesolo.com

01/12/2019

Audeze LCD-1Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. Headphones

The Audeze LCD-1 headphones ($399 USD) represent a radical departure from the brand's traditionally massive, heavy audiophile designs, opting instead for a lightweight, compact, and neutral-sounding open-back profile. A major pro highlighted by reviewer Brent Butterworth is the exceptional sound signature, which provides a neutral tonal balance, full upper bass, and clear treble...Read more

pcmag.com

14/01/2020

Audeze LCD-1 Review

Audeze LCD-1 Review Summary The Audeze LCD-1 over-ear, open-back headphones provide an exceptionally accurate and nearly transparent sound signature that heavily appeals to audio purists and studio mixing professionals. Priced at $399, these circumaural headphones stand out as a highly affordable entry-level option within the premium planar magnetic category. Architecturally, they...Read more

soundonsound.com

15/01/2020

Audeze LCD-1 - Sound On Sound

The Audeze LCD-1 represents a massive shift for the company by squeezing their renowned planar magnetic technology into an exceptionally lightweight, foldable, and budget-friendly format aimed squarely at mixing and mastering engineers. Priced at a highly accessible £399 / $399, these open-backed, passive headphones weigh a mere 250 grams and discard the bulky, heavy footprints of...Read more

headphone.guru

20/01/2020

The Audeze LCD-1 Review - Headphone Guru

The Audeze LCD-1 is a highly capable, open-back, over-ear planar magnetic headphone priced affordably at $399 US. It stands out as an exceptional entry-point into high-fidelity audio, borrowing high-end technology—such as 90mm planar magnetic drivers, Fluxor magnets, and Uniforce diaphragms—from Audeze's multi-thousand-dollar flagship models. The reviewer praises its superb...Read more

techradar.com

21/01/2020

Audeze LCD-1 review - TechRadar

Audeze LCD-1 Review Summary The Audeze LCD-1 is a pair of open-back audiophile headphones released in late 2019 for $399 / £399 / AU$649, positioning them as the brand's most affordable entry point to its high-end planar magnetic technology. Weighing a highly portable 250g, the headphones feature a foldable design with a 180-degree articulating structure, packaged alongside a...Read more

lbtechreviews.com

31/08/2020

Audeze LCD-1 – Tech Reviews Would you like to see a comparison table of the technical specifications for the Audeze LCD-1?

The Audeze LCD-1 is a compact, lightweight, and foldable open-back planar magnetic headphone designed specifically for high-end portable and mobile use. Thanks to its exceptionally low 16-ohm impedance, it can be driven directly by a smartphone without the sound signature collapsing, though pairing it with a portable DAC like the Audioquest Cobalt allows it to play playfully easy,....Read more

techhive.com

29/12/2020

Audeze LCD-1 planar-magnetic headphone review - TechHive

The Audeze LCD-1 is a lightweight, 8.8-ounce open-back, over-ear headphone that utilizes planar-magnetic drivers rather than traditional dynamic drivers, bringing high-end audiophile technology down to an accessible $399 price point. It features advanced Uniforce diaphragms, Fluxor neodymium magnets, and Fazor waveguides to minimize soundwave interference and optimize audio clarity....Read more

majorhifi.com

18/12/2019

Audeze LCD-1 Review: Unconventional Reference Cans

The Major HiFi review highlights the Audeze LCD-1 as a lightweight, portable pair of open-back planar magnetic headphones built for both studio mixing and casual music enjoyment. Weighing much less than typical heavy Audeze models, these headphones feature a foldable design, soft leather padding, and a highly efficient 90 mm driver setup that lets you power them easily with an...Read more

headfonics.com

20/05/2020

Audeze LCD-1 Review - Headfonics

The Headfonics review of the $399 Audeze LCD-1 highlights its balanced, warm, and fatigue-free planar magnetic sound, which offers a "natural timbre" and strong, musical lower-midrange. The lightweight, 250-gram foldable design provides excellent portability and improved comfort over previous SINE models, featuring deeper memory foam leather pads. Conversely, the review notes that...Read more

rtings.com

19/12/2019

Audeze LCD-1 Headphones Review - RTINGS.com

The Audeze LCD-1 open-back planar magnetic headphones are lauded for their exceptionally neutral, well-balanced sound profile, offering consistent, high-accuracy audio suitable for critical listening. They feature a comfortable, lightweight design with breathable ear cups and a spacious soundstage that is ideal for studio or home use. Conversely, the open-back design results in poor...Read more

audiosciencereview.com

30/07/2021

Audeze LCD-1 Review | Audio Science Review (ASR) Forum

The Audeze LCD-1 is a surprisingly compact, lightweight, and physically comfortable open-back planar magnetic headphone priced at $399 on Amazon. However, its out-of-the-box objective frequency response falls short due to a notable deficiency in both the deep bass region and the upper frequencies. In subjective listening tests, this tuning translates to a boring, dull sound that...Read more

fstoppers.com

25/04/2021

We Review the Portable Audeze LCD-1 Reference Series Headphones

The Audeze LCD-1 Reference Series is a lightweight, portable pair of open-back headphones designed using 90mm Planar Magnetic drivers to deliver highly accurate, reference-grade audio for on-the-go videographers and photo editors. The author highlights several core advantages, including a remarkably wide, precise, and clean soundstage with balanced treble performance that excels at...Read more

cgmagonline.com

05/10/2020

Audeze LCD-1 Headphone Review - CGMagazine

The Audeze LCD-1 is a pair of open-back portable headphones handcrafted in California that blends studio-level precision with everyday home comfort, earning a review score of 9 out of 10. Retailing at an MSRP of $549.99 CAD, these headphones feature 90mm Planar Magnetic drivers, Fluxor magnets, and Uniforce voice coils that accurately deliver clear, distortion-free audio across a...Read more

whathifi.com

13/07/2020

Audeze LCD-1 review | What Hi-Fi?

The Audeze LCD-1 is a lightweight, foldable, open-backed pair of headphones assembled in California that features hand-crafted 90mm Planar Magnetic drivers. Designed for both home listening and studio mixing, these headphones excel at delivering a spacious soundstage with flawless clarity, an impressive amount of detail, and an exceptionally balanced tonal presentation. For comfort,...Read more

audiophilestyle.com

13/04/2020

Review & Measurements | Audeze LCD-1 Headphones

The Audiophile Style review highlights the Audeze LCD-1 as a lightweight, 250-gram, and highly efficient planar magnetic headphone that easily drives from portable devices. Key advantages include a compact, foldable design, comfortable lambskin pads, and a detailed, neutral sound signature. Conversely, the review notes that the predominantly plastic build lacks a high-end feel for...Read more

headfonia.com

04/02/2020

Audeze LCD-1 Review - Headfonia

The Headfonia review strongly praises the Audeze LCD-1 as a highly technical, natural, and balanced sounding open-back planar headphone that sets an incredibly high standard for its $399 price point. Key pros include an exceptionally powerful, fast, and musical sound signature, paired with high portability, a foldable design, and stellar comfort from soft memory foam pads. Despite...Read more

head-fi.org

23/01/2020

Audeze LCD-1 - Reviews - Head-Fi

The Audeze LCD-1 is a lightweight, portable open-back headphone featuring planar magnetic technology, celebrated for its outstanding clarity, neutral sound signature, and excellent imaging that punches above its price point. These versatile cans are highly efficient and easy to drive directly from portable devices, offering high-resolution sound for both listening and mixing....Read more

bonedo.de

13/11/2019

Audeze LCD-1 Open-Back Headphone Review

The Audeze LCD-1 is an open-back magnetostatic headphone marketed for both everyday music consumption and professional studio applications like mixing and mastering. Priced significantly lower than most of the brand's premium offerings, it features a more traditional, compact, plastic-dominant design with genuine lambskin leather ear pads and a comfortable memory foam headband. In...Read more

kopfhoerer.de

27/01/2020

Audeze LCD-1 Open-Back Headphones Review on kopfhoerer.de

The Audeze LCD-1 Open System is a lightweight, open-back, planar magnetic over-ear headphone designed for portable monitoring and high-fidelity mobile listening. Key strengths include its high-quality construction featuring lambskin-leather memory foam earpads, excellent wearing comfort during long listening sessions, and a foldable design with a premium zippered transport case....Read more

proaudio.de

07/04/2020

Audeze LCD-1 Headphones - proaudio.de

The Audeze LCD-1 is a compact, open-back magnetostatic headphone priced under €500, specifically engineered for mobile recording, home studios, and portable music enjoyment. Weighing just 250 grams—less than half the weight of its larger sibling, the LCD-2—it features a practical folding design, a memory foam headband, and lambskin ear pads for a highly secure, comfortable...Read more

culturasonora.es

28/10/2020

Audeze Headphones: The Best HiFi Models (LCD-1 Section)

The review provides an in-depth analysis of Audeze's high-fidelity (Hi-Fi) and gaming headphones, highlighting the brand's reputation for implementing NASA-developed technologies into premium planar magnetic drivers. For audiophiles and studio engineers, models like the Audeze LCD-X and LCD-2 Classic offer exceptional, neutral sound reproduction with highly accurate bass and...Read more

Video reviews

Best alternatives

Sony WH 1000XM4

Headphones

JBL Tour One M3

Headphones

Sony WH 1000XM6

Headphones

Headphones

Headphones

Sony WH ULT900N

Headphones

Nothing Headphone 1

Headphones

Sony WH 1000XM5

Headphones

Headphones

Huawei Freebuds Studio

Headphones

Sennheiser Momentum

Headphones

JBL Tour One M2

Headphones

Compare Audeze LCD 1 with

Compare