Audeze LCD-XC Over Ear Closed Back Headphone, Carbon Weave earcups with Suspension Headband, Creator Edition with Economy Carry case – New 2021 Version

Price: $1,299.00
(as of Feb 13, 2025 19:28:43 UTC – Details)

Product Description

The Closed-Back Choice for Audio Professionals

Since Audeze introduced the LCD-XC in 2013, it has become the gold standard closed-back of the professional audio world. Trusted by award winning artists and engineers, the LCD-XC is a blend of transparency and reliability, ideal for any studio or audiophile system where isolation is desired.

Taking the Environment out of the Equation

The LCD-XC shares the same drivers and basic construction as the LCD-X, lending it a similar level of detail and transparency. Its closed-back design adds isolation, which lets you to focus as intensely as you need without distraction. When used with Audeze Reveal+ to create an AI-generated map of your own hearing, the LCD-XC puts you inside renowned studios, letting you mix consistently and efficiently from anywhere, regardless of background noise.

Accuracy, Transparency, and Efficiency

LCD-XC leverages patented Audeze technologies, including Ultra-Thin Uniforce diaphragms, Fazor waveguides, and powerful neodymium magnets to deliver extremely accurate and detailed sound. The sophisticated planar magnetic drivers achieve high efficiency with low impedance, such that LCD-XC can deliver great sound from nearly any device with a headphone output. Together, these innovations enable audio professionals to efficiently get their mix done right in a variety of settings.

Designed for Comfort

Audeze has improved the LCD-XC over the years, lowering the weight and increasing comfort. It features a suspension headband for even weight distribution, and highly-cushioned premium earpads for support. The neutral tuning and low distortion prevent listening fatigue, so those late-night sessions never have to end.

Includes

Audeze LCD-XC Over-Ear Closed-Back1.9m (6.2ft) length 4-pin XLR with single-ended 1/4″ (6.3mm) adapter

Specifications

Style Over-ear, closed-back Transducer type Planar Magnetic Magnetic structure Proprietary magnet array Phase management Fazor Magnet type Neodymium N50 Diaphragm type Ultra-Thin Uniforce Transducer size 106 mm Maximum power handling 5W RMS Maximum SPL >130dB Frequency response 10Hz – 50kHz THD <0.1% @ 100 dB SPL Impedance 20 ohms Sensitivity 100 dB/1mW (at Drum Reference Point) Minimum power requirement >100mW Recommended power level >250mW Wire material 20 AWG high-purity OCC audio-grade copper

NOTE: This is the latest version of this model, the LCD-XC effective March, 2021, and replaces he previous model, ASIN: B08J2SCXBM
THE BEST CLOSED-BACK HEADPHONES – Your favorite music erupts from a silent background taking on a life of its own. The sense of space is enormous, the midrange and high frequencies offer fantastic detail. Get the benefits of planar magnetic headphones with increased isolation and greatly reduced ambient noise with this closed-back design.
PLANAR MAGNETIC HEADPHONES – Audeze’s 100mm Planar Magnetic drivers let you experience clear and accurate sound thanks to a near weightless diaphragm, plus you get the benefits of our Fazor Elements (sound wave guides) for more realistic imaging and phase response.
AUDEZE QUALITY SOUND – The LCD-XC planar magnetic headphones accurately reveal everything on the recording with a dynamic, nimble, neutral and transparent quality. Meet the ultimate tool for recording engineers, musicians and audiophiles alike.
HAND CRAFTED IN CALIFORNIA: Every LCD-XC headphone is engineered and meticulously handcrafted then rigorously tested and calibrated before leaving our Southern California facility. NOTE: The only change from the previous Maple and Bubinga wood versions of this model is the substitution of the new carbon weave earcups. Everything else remains unchanged. “Fantastic bass performance, powerful, taut and fast, with real slam, beautifully defined and extremely well differentiated.” – Hi Fidelity