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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£3,080
  • Avg. price in US: ~$3,000
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Audeze LCD MX4 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.0

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

4.0

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Poor
4.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

4.7

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

5.2

Design

8.0%

2.9

Connectivity

6.0%

4.0

Battery

4.0%

1.1

Calls & Controls

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 0.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    1.0

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    0.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 0.5
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    1.0

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 0.2
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    0.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    1.0

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 1.4
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    1.0

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Audeze LCD-MX4 is a professional-grade, open-back planar magnetic headphone that combines the high-efficiency driver design of the LCD-X with the powerful 1.5 Tesla Fluxor magnetic array of the flagship LCD-4. Specifically engineered for mixing and mastering, it features 106mm transducers with ultra-thin Uniforce diaphragms, delivering a wide frequency response of 10Hz to 50kHz and a high sensitivity of 105dB/1mW. Its 20-ohm impedance makes it remarkably easy to drive directly from laptops or studio consoles without requiring heavy external amplification. Key pros include its detailed, neutral-leaning sound signature with precise bass, a lightweight magnesium and carbon fiber chassis designed to reduce fatigue during long sessions, and exceptionally low distortion (<0.1% THD). However, some users note its high price point relative to the sparse accessory bundle, and while lighter than previous LCD models, its 550g–600g weight may still feel substantial to some during extended use.

Technical Specifications of Audeze LCD MX4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

4.0
Audeze LCD MX4 has a technical score of 4.01 points, which is lower than that of 86.1% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Audeze LCD MX4 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.0

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

3.1
Audeze LCD MX4 has a quality-to-price ratio of 3.1 points, which is lower than 99.1% of products in this category.
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

no
Audeze LCD MX4 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
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

106 mm
Audeze LCD MX4 uses a driver size of 106 mm, larger driver size than 99.3% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
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

1
Audeze LCD MX4 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
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

5 Hz
Audeze LCD MX4 reaches a lowest frequency of 5 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 86.3% of headphones and equal to 10.8% of headphones.
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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

N/A
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

no
Audeze LCD MX4 is not headset-ready, while 15.3% is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
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

0
Audeze LCD MX4 has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 25.9% of headphones.
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

N/A
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
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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

wired
Audeze LCD MX4 supports wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% of headphones.
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
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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

no
Audeze LCD MX4 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
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

no
Audeze LCD MX4 does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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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
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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

575 g
Audeze LCD MX4 weighs 575 g, heavier than 99.3% of headphones.
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

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Audeze LCD MX4 vs the average headphone

  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Audeze LCD MX4 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 MX4 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 66 mm larger driver size
    Audeze LCD MX4 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (106 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 MX4 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (106 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.106 mm vs 40 mm
  • Spatial audio support
    Audeze LCD MX4 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Audeze LCD MX4 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Audeze LCD MX4 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 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 MX4 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 30,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Audeze LCD MX4 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 MX4 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
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Audeze LCD MX4 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 MX4 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 %
  • Open-back design
    Audeze LCD MX4 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
    When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Audeze LCD MX4 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 5 mm more spacious earcup height
    Audeze LCD MX4 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (65 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Audeze LCD MX4 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (65 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.65 mm vs 60 mm
  • Open-back design
    Audeze LCD MX4 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 5 mm more spacious earcup height
    Audeze LCD MX4 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (65 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • 0.7 m more useful cable length
    Audeze LCD MX4 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (1.9 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
  • 7 mm more spacious earcup width
    Audeze LCD MX4 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (50 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Audeze LCD MX4 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 66 mm larger driver size
    Audeze LCD MX4 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (106 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • Spatial audio support
    Audeze LCD MX4 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Audeze LCD MX4 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 30,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Audeze LCD MX4 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.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Audeze LCD MX4 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 %.
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Audeze LCD MX4 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 50x higher input power handling
    Audeze LCD MX4 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.
  • 27 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Audeze LCD MX4 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (130 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 20 dB higher max SPL
    Audeze LCD MX4 has a higher max SPL than the average headphone (130 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.

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Design
Sound
  • 2.64x higher weight
    Audeze LCD MX4 is heavier than the average headphone (575 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Audeze LCD MX4 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • Not headset-ready
    Audeze LCD MX4 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Audeze LCD MX4 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • No voice assistant support
    Audeze LCD MX4 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Audeze LCD MX4 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 MX4 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 2.64x higher weight
    Audeze LCD MX4 is heavier than the average headphone (575 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 MX4 is heavier than the average headphone (575 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.575 g vs 218 g
  • No voice assistant support
    Audeze LCD MX4 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 MX4 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Not headset-ready
    Audeze LCD MX4 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
    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

    Audeze LCD MX4 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 34.22x more expensive
    Audeze LCD MX4 is more expensive than the average headphone (£3,080 vs £90).
    Audeze LCD MX4 is more expensive than the average headphone (£3,080 vs £90).£3,080 vs £90
  • 2.17x worse value for money
    Audeze LCD MX4 has worse value for money than the average headphone (3.11 vs 6.736).
    What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
    When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
    Audeze LCD MX4 has worse value for money than the average headphone (3.11 vs 6.736).3.11 vs 6.74
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Audeze LCD MX4 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 MX4 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
  • 4.65x less popular
    Audeze LCD MX4 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Audeze LCD MX4 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
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Sound
Calls & Controls
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Audeze LCD MX4?

  • High efficiency and low impedance (20 ohms) make it very easy to drive from portable sources, laptops, and studio interfaces without a high-end amplifier.
  • Lighter magnesium chassis and carbon fiber headband provide improved comfort compared to heavier LCD-series models.
  • Punchy, visceral bass with excellent low-end extension and impact typical of Audeze's planar magnetic drivers.
  • Detailed and transparent midrange that is favored by professionals for mixing and mastering tasks.
  • Wide and accurate soundstage with precise imaging, often described as more 'intimate' yet deeper than competitors.
  • Exceptional build quality featuring premium materials like genuine leather, magnesium, and carbon fiber.
  • Includes a rugged, waterproof travel case for secure transport.

What customers dislike about Audeze LCD MX4?

  • High price point ($2,995 MSRP) puts it out of reach for many users and is seen as having poor price-to-performance by some.
  • Despite being lighter than other LCD models, at approximately 550g, it is still heavy for long listening sessions and can cause 'hot spots' on the head.
  • Subdued or 'dark' treble presentation with a notable dip in the 4-8kHz range can make some tracks sound veiled or lacking in air.
  • Wonky frequency response in the upper mids and treble may require EQ (like the Audeze Reveal plugin) for critical accuracy.
  • Minimal accessories for the price; lacks a balanced cable and extra adapters in the standard bundle.
  • Open-back design offers zero isolation, making it unsuitable for tracking with a microphone or for use in noisy environments.

Expert reviews

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superbestaudiofriends.org
25/03/2020
Audeze LCD-MX4 Stream of Consciousness

The Audeze LCD-MX4 headphones feature a lightweight magnesium frame and carbon fiber headband that provide improved comfort and weight distribution, alongside exceptionally fast, detailed bass transients and smooth, non-fatiguing treble. Performance highlights include detailed midrange reproduction and detail retrieval that approaches the flagship LCD-4, surpassing other models in...Read more

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audiophile-heaven.com
13/05/2019
Audeze LCD-MX4 Review; George Dobrescu, Audiophile-Heaven

The Audeze LCD-MX4 is an open-back planar magnetic headphone designed as a lighter, easier-to-drive, and studio-oriented version of the flagship LCD-4. It features an exceptionally durable all-metal construction with a carbon fiber headband and premium leather earpads, providing top-tier comfort that prevents hotspots and ear fatigue during long production sessions. Sonically, the...Read more

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head-fi.org
17/05/2018
Audeze LCD-MX4 - Reviews - Head-Fi Would you like to see a comparison of the LCD-MX4's technical specifications against the LCD-XGo to product viewer...

The Audeze LCD-MX4, as reviewed on Head-Fi, is identified as a planar magnetic headphone optimized for a full-bodied, studio-like sound, characterized by a fast, high-impact low-end and a full-bodied mid-range. Its, pros include a comfortable design featuring a carbon fiber suspension headband and durable, supple leather earpads that reduce weight compared to other flagship Audeze...Read more

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headfonics.com
30/05/2018
Audeze LCD-MX4 Review - Headfonics

The Headfonics review describes the Audeze LCD-MX4 as a specialized, lightweight hybrid combining elements of the LCD-4 and LCD-X for studio mixing, offering a highly transparent, clean, and raw sound signature. Key advantages include the significantly reduced structural mass for comfort, utilizing a magnesium frame and carbon fiber headband. However, the analytical, linear tuning...Read more

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majorhifi.com
19/11/2017
Smooth Like Butter - Audeze LCD-MX4Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. - Major HiFi

The Audeze LCD-MX4 planar magnetic headphones deliver a warm, velvety sound signature that is compared to the response of a high-end ribbon microphone. On the positive side (pros), the headphones feature an exceptionally comfortable design, utilizing a flexible carbon fiber headband, a breathable perforated leather strap, and lightweight magnesium earcups that are significantly less...Read more

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proaudiotimes.com
08/12/2024
Audeze LCD-MX4 - ProAudio Times Would you like a comparison of how the LCD-MX4's frequency response differs from the LCD-X or LCD-4 based on these tes...

The ProAudio Times review evaluates the Audeze LCD-MX4, an open-back planar magnetic headphone designed as a lighter, more efficient alternative to the LCD-4. On the positive side, its specialized Uniforce diaphragm and double fluxor magnet array dramatically lower distortion to provide a vast, analytical soundscape perfect for mastering. The sonic profile boasts a punchy low end,...Read more

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diyaudioheaven.wordpress.com
24/06/2018
LCD-MX4 | DIY-Audio-Heaven

The Audeze LCD-MX4 is an open-back planar magnetic headphone designed primarily for home and studio use, retailing for around $3,000. On the positive side, it features exceptionally low harmonic distortion that sits below the limits of standard measurement rigs, alongside clean bass performance and highly resilient imaging that functions well even without a perfect physical seal....Read more

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headfonia.com
02/05/2019
Review: Audeze LCD-MX4 - The Studio LCD

The Audeze LCD-MX4, a $2,995 open-back planar magnetic headphone, offers a transparent, neutral sound signature bridging the LCD-3 and LCD-4 lines, utilizing lightweight magnesium and carbon fiber for improved long-term comfort. Its 20-ohm, 105dB sensitivity design makes it highly sensitive and easy to drive across various sources. Key pros include exceptional build quality, fast,...Read more

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cnet.com
29/12/2018
Audeze LCD-MX4, the Audiophiliac high-end headphone of the year

The Audeze LCD-MX4 is a premium planar magnetic headphone that Steve Guttenberg named the "Audiophiliac high-end headphone of the year". On the positive side, the headphone delivers an incredibly rich, neutral, and transparent sound with a highly developed harmonic presence. The bass is exceptionally powerful and distinct without any bloat, allowing the headphones to perform...Read more

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hifiplus.com
16/07/2018
Audeze LCD-MX4 planar magnetic headphone - Hi-Fi+

The Audeze LCD-MX4 is an open-back, circumaural planar magnetic headphone designed as a svelte, high-sensitivity blend of the flagship LCD-4 and the easier-to-drive LCD-X. Built with a lightweight magnesium one-piece ear cup and a carbon fiber headband, it dramatically improves long-term wearing comfort compared to the bulky, heavy wood ear cups found on its flagship predecessor. It...Read more

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open-end-music.com
26/11/2017
Review of the Audeze LCD-MX4: The Ultimate in Professional Music Production

In this forum review from the Open-End-Music Community, the moderator "fidelio" delivers a highly detailed assessment of the AUDEZE LCD-MX4 planar magnetic headphones. Designed primarily for studio and professional use, the headphones feature a low 20-ohm impedance, allowing them to be easily driven by portable devices like Digital Audio Players (DAPs). The reviewer praises its...Read more

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stereo.de
01/04/2018
Audeze LCD-MX4 - Review Results - stereo.de

The Audeze LCD-MX4, featured in Stereo's review, is characterized by its high-quality construction and a warm, musical sound profile, positioned as a premium, comfort-focused option. While the headphones are efficient enough for mobile devices, the review highlights that an external amplifier is necessary to unlock their full potential, ensuring extremely low distortion at high...Read more

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musicalhead.de
25/11/2017
Audeze LCD-MX4 Review - Musicalhead

The Musicalhead review positions the Audeze LCD-MX4 as a successful, lightweight hybrid merging the comfortable, efficient design of the LCD-X with the high-performance magnetic drivers of the LCD-4. Pros include a balanced, studio-focused sound signature, significantly improved ergonomics for long-term comfort, and high sensitivity allowing for easy driving via portable devices....Read more

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homecinema-fr.com
27/10/2017
Audeze LCD-MX4 Review

The Audeze LCD-MX4 features a very pleasing, warm sound signature that leans towards the signature of the LCD-3, though with slightly less high-mids and treble. Its greatest strength lies in its highly precise and lateralized soundstage imaging, which allows listeners to easily distinguish different spatial layers in both width and depth, making it uniquely well-suited for music...Read more

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zococity.es
19/04/2026
Audeze LCD-MX4 - Auriculares abiertos ¿Deseas que busque comparativas específicas entre el LCD-MX4 y otros modelos de la serie LCD en español?

The Audeze LCD-MX4 is an open-back, circumaural planar magnetic headphone designed specifically for professional mixing, mastering, and high-fidelity studio production. Priced at €3,499, this model merges Audeze's flagship technology with a neutral sound signature tailored for critical listening. It features a large 106mm transducer, proprietary Double Fluxor magnet arrays, and...Read more

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