The icon that revolutionised headphone listening
The Audeze LCD-2 are the model that marked the beginning of the Audeze legend in the world of high fidelity. Introduced in 2009, they redefined the concept of hi-end headphones thanks to the use of planar magnetic technology, offering a natural, engaging and incredibly realistic sound. Their tonal character has become a reference for audiophiles and professionals: deep, controlled bass, rich and harmonious mids, and high frequencies that are extended but never aggressive. A balance that makes listening to music intimate, warm and authentic, whatever the genre.
Audeze planar technology and natural sound
At the centre of the LCD-2 is the large 106 mm planar magnetic driver with an ultra-thin diaphragm, suspended in a proprietary magnet array with N50 neodymium magnets. This architecture allows an extremely fast response and very low distortion, guaranteeing clarity and precision even in the most complex passages. In the LCD-2 Padauk version, the presence of Fazor™ technology further improves phase coherence and stereo imaging, widening the soundstage and making every detail sharper and better defined. The extended frequency response from 10 Hz to 50 kHz lets you capture every nuance of the original recording.
Fine materials, comfort and artisanal construction
The Audeze LCD-2 are not only a sonic reference, but also an object of great charm. The handcrafted Padauk wood earcups, paired with premium earpads and a ventilated suspension headband, ensure a high level of comfort even during long listening sessions. Each pair of headphones is hand-assembled in California, testament to an artisanal care that translates into reliability and durability over time. Wearing the LCD-2 means immersing yourself in enveloping, relaxing listening, where the music flows with naturalness and depth.
Technical specifications
| Item |
Details |
| Type |
Over-ear, open-back |
| Transducer |
Planar magnetic |
| Magnetic structure |
Proprietary magnet array |
| Phase management |
Fazor™ |
| Magnet type |
Neodymium N50 |
| Diaphragm |
Ultra-thin |
| Transducer diameter |
106 mm |
| Frequency response |
10 Hz – 50 kHz |
| Sensitivity |
101 dB / 1 mW |
| Impedance |
70 ohm |
| Maximum SPL |
>130 dB |
| THD |
<0.1% @ 100 dB |
| Maximum power |
5 W RMS |
| Recommended power |
>250 mW |
| Weight |
595 g |
| Construction |
Padauk wood earcups, handcrafted assembly |