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Audeze LCD Xc Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£1,260
Avg. price in US: ~$1,300
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

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

5.5

Good

5.1

Good

7.2

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
1.9
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%
10
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
2.5
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%
10
Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Audeze LCD-XC is a premium closed-back planar magnetic headphone designed for professional monitoring and critical listening, featuring large 106mm transducers with Ultra-Thin Uniforce™ diaphragms and Fazor™ waveguides. It delivers a neutral, high-resolution sound signature characterized by a wide frequency response of 10Hz to 50kHz, an impedance of 20 ohms, and a sensitivity of 100dB/mW, making it remarkably efficient and easy to drive from various sources. Main pros include exceptional micro-detail retrieval, precise imaging, and a durable build with carbon fiber earcups that provide excellent isolation from external noise. However, its substantial weight of 677g can cause neck fatigue during long sessions, and the stock tuning may be perceived as overly bright or 'shouty' in the upper-midrange and treble regions without equalization.

Technical Specifications of Audeze LCD Xc

Overall score

5.5

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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.

Sound

6.2

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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

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Calls & Controls

3.2

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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

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

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Connectivity

2.9

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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

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

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Features

4.7

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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

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

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Battery

1.0

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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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Design

5.0

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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

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

closed-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 Xc vs the average headphone

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Hi-Res Audio certification
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc 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 Xc 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 Xc 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
30,000 Hz higher treble extension
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc 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 Xc 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 Xc 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
22 mm more spacious earcup width
Audeze LCD Xc offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (65 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 Xc offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (65 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.65 mm vs 43 mm
0.2 % lower distortion
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc 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 %
5 mm more spacious earcup height
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc 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
50x higher input power handling
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc 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
22 mm more spacious earcup width
Audeze LCD Xc offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (65 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
5 mm more spacious earcup height
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc 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.
Hi-Res Audio certification
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (106 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
30,000 Hz higher treble extension
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc 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 Xc 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 Xc 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.
20 dB higher max SPL
Audeze LCD Xc has a higher max SPL than the average headphone (130 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
Boom microphone included
Audeze LCD Xc includes a boom microphone, the average headphone does not. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.

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3.11x higher weight
Audeze LCD Xc is heavier than the average headphone (677 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
2.4 higher clamp force
Audeze LCD Xc has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (6.7 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Audeze LCD Xc has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
1 fewer microphones
Audeze LCD Xc has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
No voice assistant support
Audeze LCD Xc does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
4 years older release date
Audeze LCD Xc was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
November 2013
3.11x higher weight
Audeze LCD Xc is heavier than the average headphone (677 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 Xc is heavier than the average headphone (677 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.677 g vs 218 g
No voice assistant support
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
2.4 higher clamp force
Audeze LCD Xc has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (6.7 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 Xc has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (6.7 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.6.7 vs 4.3
14x more expensive
Audeze LCD Xc is more expensive than the average headphone (£1,260 vs £90).
Audeze LCD Xc is more expensive than the average headphone (£1,260 vs £90).£1,260 vs £90
34% worse value for money
Audeze LCD Xc has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.03 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 Xc has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.03 vs 6.736).5.03 vs 6.74
1 fewer microphones
Audeze LCD Xc 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 Xc has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Audeze LCD Xc has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 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 Xc has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
10.7% lower user score
Audeze LCD Xc has a lower user score than the average headphone (7.23 vs 8.000).
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.
Audeze LCD Xc has a lower user score than the average headphone (7.23 vs 8.000).7.23 vs 8

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What customers like about Audeze LCD Xc?

Exceptional detail retrieval and micro-detail resolution
Highly precise imaging and layering for a closed-back headphone
Excellent build quality with premium materials like carbon fiber or wood
Powerful, tight, and well-extended bass response
High sensitivity makes them surprisingly easy to drive from portable sources
Effective noise isolation for both the listener and those nearby
Wide soundstage for a closed-back design

What customers dislike about Audeze LCD Xc?

Extremely heavy weight (approx. 650-700g) can lead to neck fatigue
Stock frequency response can be bright or peaky in the treble (sibilance)
Mid-range can sound 'shouty' or 'honky' without equalization
Stock cable is often criticized as stiff, prone to tangling, or low quality for the price
High price point compared to similar technical performers
Occasional reports of unit variation or 'wonky' tonality depending on the revision

Expert reviews

systematicsound.wordpress.com

22/06/2022

Review: Audeze LCD-XC 2021 – Synthetic. - Systematic Sound

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geekdad.com

05/07/2023

Audeze LCD-XC Closed-Back Headphones Are the Best I’ve Ever...

The GeekDad review of the $1,299 Audeze LCD-XC closed-back planar magnetic headphones highlights a clean, detailed soundstage, remarkable instrument separation, and exceptional flexibility with EQ. These premium headphones offer high-end, neutral audio performance, particularly when paired with a dedicated amplifier to maximize their potential. Conversely, the review notes that the...Read more

homestudiobasics.com

27/02/2026

Audeze LCD-XC Review: What Could Have Been

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audiosciencereview.com

21/02/2022

Audeze LCD-XC Review (Closed-back Headphone)

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superbestaudiofriends.org

06/07/2021

Audeze LCD-XC Review and Impressions Twister6 Reviews

The SuperBestAudioFriends review of the Audeze LCD-XC highlights a neutral, slightly forward sound signature, offering class-leading technical performance with exceptional resolution and tight, extended bass. While praised for its balanced frequency response and impressive soundstage, the closed-back design features notable cons, including heavy weight, high clamping force, and...Read more

headfonics.com

19/10/2014

Audeze LCD-XC Review - Headfonics

The Headfonics review describes the Audeze LCD-XC as a highly musical, closed-back planar magnetic headphone featuring a clean, liquid, and linear bass response with excellent physical slam. Key advantages include its smooth, non-fatiguing treble, detailed midrange, and high-performance, clear sound when driven in balanced mode. However, the review notes that the, sub-bass extension...Read more

majorhifi.com

28/05/2016

Audeze LCD-XC Review - Major HiFi

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musicmanta.com

28/04/2023

Audeze LCD-XC Headphones Review - musicmanta

The Audeze LCD-XC is a premium, high-quality closed-back headphone designed for professional music producers and audio engineers who require a portable mixing environment without audio spill. Built primarily out of metal, the headphones weigh a hefty 677g but distribute weight well across a wide headband and comfortable, large ear pads. The core of its performance lies in its Planar...Read more

twister6.com

08/12/2022

Audeze LCD-XC 2021 - Twister6 Reviews

The Audeze LCD-XC 2021 is a premium, closed-back planar magnetic headphone designed for audiophiles and music producers seeking excellent isolation without sacrificing audio quality. Built like a tank with high-quality boutique materials like carbon fiber ear cups and metal grills, it features a comfortable leather suspension strap and well-padded ear pads. Tonally, it stands out...Read more

techpowerup.com

28/09/2021

Audeze LCD-XC (2021) Planar Magnetic Headphones + Embody Review

The TechPowerUp review of the 2021 Audeze LCD-XC highlights highly capable closed-back planar magnetic headphones featuring an efficient driver system that is easy to drive, delivering analytical, accurate tuning and an exceptionally wide, open soundstage for their design. Pros include high-quality build materials, the inclusion of a hard case, and remarkable performance scaling...Read more

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13/10/2021

Audeze LCD-XC - ProAudio Times

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02/01/2014

Audeze LCD-XC headphones review - Darko.Audio

The Audeze LCD-XC is a premium, closed-back planarmagnetic headphone priced at $1,799 that successfully brings the company's signature "house sound" into an isolated design. Sonically, it delivers an incredibly robust, physically grounded, and holographic soundstage with an impressively wide panorama that rivals its open-backed siblings. Key advantages include exceptional build...Read more

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29/10/2021

Audeze LCD-XC 2021 Headphones - Art Of Planar Monitors

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headfonics.com

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Audeze LCD-XC 2021 Review - Headfonics

The Headfonics review of the 2021 Audeze LCD-XC highlights it as a top-tier, vocal-centric closed-back planar headphone with significantly improved comfort and build quality, including carbon fiber and leather, compared to earlier versions. It features excellent technical performance for its class, characterized by precise instrument separation, high-level micro-detail, and superior...Read more

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The avguide.ch review presents the 2021 Audeze LCD-XC Creator Edition as a highly capable, neutral reference headphone tailored specifically for audio professionals and audiophiles who appreciate honest music reproduction. The reviewer notes that the 2021 model replaces older wood elements with carbon fiber ear cups, which trades away a bit of spatial airiness in exchange for...Read more

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Audeze LCD-XC 2021 Review - open-end-music-professional

The Open-End-Music forum review provides an in-depth comparison between the 2021 revision of the Audeze LCD-XC and the original 2014 Bubinga wood-cup version. A primary highlight of the 2021 model is its substantially reduced weight and enhanced ergonomics, achieved through upgraded ear pads and a carbon fiber headband that significantly lower clamp force and pressure, allowing for...Read more

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Audeze LCD-XC Hi-Fi Headphone Review

The HifiTest review by Dr. Martin Mertens assesses the Audeze LCD-XC, an exceptionally neutral, closed-back magnetostatic headphone positioned in the "Reference Class" with a price of around €1,700. The reviewer notes that while its open-back siblings (LCD-2 and LCD-3) offer a slightly warmer tone, the LCD-XC delivers remarkable structural benefits like a fast transient speed,...Read more

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Audeze LCD-XC Creator Edition New Review on kopfhoerer.de

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09/08/2022

Review: Audeze LCD-XC (2021) Creator Edition

The Audeze LCD-XC (2021) Creator Edition is a premium pair of closed-back, planar-magnetic headphones that offers a highly dynamic, vivid, and impactful listening experience. The reviewer notes that the sound profile combines features of both analytical and fun headphones, highlighting an exceptional tridimensional soundstage imaging, great instrumental separation, and a remarkably...Read more

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