Audeze LCD-XC Overview
Professional engineers and music aficionados looking for detail and transparency without disturbing their neighbors will be thrilled by the leather Audeze LCD-XC Headphones, a pair of high-performance reference planar magnetic headphones designed for professional mixing, mastering, and reference level personal hi-fi listening when connected to a low-powered external headphone amplifier or portable device. The headphones include a 4-pin XLR combo cable with a single-ended 1/4" adapter and a standard LCD travel case.
The headphones are sensitive enough to be driven by portable music players such as a smartphone or tablet. Instead of utilizing traditional dynamic cone drivers, the headphones implement a neodymium planar magnetic transducer design to deliver a frequency response of 10 to 50 kHz with a THD of less than 0.1%, an impedance of 20 ohms, an efficiency of 100 dB per 1 mW, and a total output SPL of over 130 dB when driven by 5 watts. The closed-back earcups are made from anodized aluminum rings with open-cell foam that's covered in lambskin leather. The Audeze LCD-XC are handmade in the USA.
At a Glance
- Extra-large 106mm planar drivers tuned for accuracy, built for precision
- Closed-back design blocks out external noise and prevents microphone bleed in recordings
- Highly efficient, easy to drive from any interface, console or device
- Includes an Audeze braided OCC copper 4-pin XLR combo cable with single-ended 1/4" adapter and standard LCD travel case
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 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.
EAN: 819343015073
Audeze LCD-XC Specs
Key Specs
Wearing Style | Dual Ear with Headband Foldable: No Earpiece Swivel: No |
Open/Closed-Back | Closed-Back |
Impedance | 20 Ohms |
Active Noise Cancellation | No |
Frequency Response | 10 Hz to 50 kHz (Wired) |
Built-In Mic | No |
Audio Connector | 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS |
Included Adapter | 1/4" TRS |
Headphone
Wearing Style | Dual Ear with Headband Foldable: No Earpiece Swivel: No |
Earpiece Design | Over-Ear (Circumaural) |
Open/Closed-Back | Closed-Back |
Sound Field | Stereo |
Driver Type | Planar |
Driver Size | 4.2" / 106 mm |
Impedance | 20 Ohms |
Active Noise Cancellation | No |
Frequency Response | 10 Hz to 50 kHz (Wired) |
Sensitivity | 100 dB |
Maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL) | 130 dB |
Maximum Power Handling | 5000 mW |
Built-In Controls | No |
Built-In Mic | No |
Connectivity
Audio Connector | 1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS |
Included Adapter | 1/4" TRS |
Cable Design | Detachable / Straight |
Cable Length | 6.2' / 1.9 m |
Physical
Color | Black |
Environmental Protection | No |
Weight | 1.5 lb / 677 g |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 6.82 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 13.5 x 11.5 x 9.5" |
In the Box
- Audeze LCD-XC Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones (Leather)
- Balanced XLR with 1/4" Single-Ended Adapter
- 1/4" to 3.5mm Adapter
- Travel Case
- 3-Year Warranty for Drivers
- 2-Year Warranty for All Other Parts
- 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty (For Drivers)
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty (For All Other Parts)
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