Audeze LCD-2

LCD-2 - Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphone

LCD-2 is the very foundation of the sonic identity that has defined Audeze since the beginning. This open-back planar magnetic headphone represents an uncompromising approach to music reproduction, where timbre, space, and physical presence are prioritized over short-lived trends and technical exaggeration.

LCD-2 is created for the listener seeking a deeply engaging and natural reproduction of music, where every recording is conveyed with both authority and warmth. It is a headphone that does not try to impress at first listen, but rewards the attentive listener with a rich and lasting musical experience.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Open-back planar magnetic design with a large diaphragm surface area
• Warm and full-bodied tonal balance with pronounced physical bass
• Fazor waveguide technology for precise imaging and low distortion
• Hand-finished wood rings in exclusive materials
• Spacious soundstage and natural instrument placement
• Improved comfort with ventilated suspension and updated earpads
• Hand-assembled construction with a focus on consistency and durability

A SOUND THAT BRINGS YOU CLOSER TO THE MUSIC

LCD-2 delivers a presentation that feels immediate and physical. The midrange is full-bodied and natural, giving voices and acoustic instruments an almost tactile character. The bass reaches deep with convincing weight, yet without losing control or definition.

The treble is integrated with calmness and balance, ensuring that even long listening sessions remain relaxed and free from fatigue. Overall, the soundstage appears coherent, large, and organic, with a sense of being closer to the musicians than to the recording.

ADVANCED PLANAR MAGNETIC TECHNOLOGY

The large planar magnetic driver works with an ultra-thin diaphragm that moves uniformly across its entire surface. This design provides a fast and precise transient response, while preserving the characteristic calmness and stability for which planar magnetic systems are known.

The integration of Fazor waveguides contributes to more precise control of sound propagation, improving imaging and reducing unwanted phase artifacts. The result is a more focused and realistic soundstage, without compromising musicality.

OPEN-BACK DESIGN WITH A NATURAL SENSE OF SPACE

As an open-back headphone, LCD-2 allows the diaphragm to work freely without acoustic back pressure. This creates an exceptional sense of airiness and depth in the soundstage, where space and perspective are reproduced with great conviction. The music unfolds with a natural ease that is more reminiscent of speaker listening than traditional headphone use.

This approach makes LCD-2 ideal for dedicated listening in quiet surroundings, where maximum realism and minimal intrusion from the design are desired.

MATERIALS AND COMFORT IN PERFECT BALANCE

LCD-2 is made with great respect for both aesthetics and function. The hand-finished wood rings not only add visual elegance, but also contribute to natural resonance control. The updated headband distributes the weight evenly and ensures a stable fit, while the soft earpads comfortably surround the ears.

Despite its solid construction, the headphone feels balanced and comfortable, even during long listening sessions.

SCALES WITH YOUR SYSTEM

LCD-2 is developed to perform at its best in combination with a serious headphone amplifier. It rewards quality equipment with increased dynamics, greater spaciousness, and better control, while retaining its characteristic tonal balance across different setups.

This makes LCD-2 a natural centerpiece in an ambitious headphone system and a headphone that continues to grow along with the rest of the system.

A MODERN CLASSIC

LCD-2 is not just a product, but a reference point. A headphone that has set the standard for how music can be experienced through planar magnetic technology. With its timeless construction, its characterful sound, and its uncompromising approach, LCD-2 is a long-term investment for the serious listener.