Audeze LCD-3 - High Performance Planar Magnetic Headphone With Ruggedized Travel Case (Zebrano Earcups, Lambskin Leather Earpads)
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StyleOpen circumaural
Transducer Type | Planar magnetic |
Magnet Type | Proprietary self-closing high-grade Neodymium design |
Diaphragm | 6.17 square inches (39.8 square cm) |
Maximum Power | 15 W (for 200 ms) |
Optimal Range | 1 to 4 Watts |
SPL | > 130 dB with 15 W |
Frequency Response | 5 to 20,000 Hz, extension to 50,000 Hz |
THD | |
Impedance | 110 Ω |
Efficiency | 93 dB / 1 mW |
Cable Length | 2.5 m (8.2 ft) |
Weight | 21.2 oz (600 g) |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 6.15 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 12.0 x 10.4 x 7.2" |
We don’t know what the voice of God sounds like, but we imagine it sounds a lot like the Audeze LCD-3. While we can’t tell you whether any headset is worth $2,000, we can assure you that time spent with the Audeze LCD-3 is a revelatory experience that will elevate your music to a level beyond what...
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Lifelike detail, Near perfect frequency response, Immense stereo image, Excellent balance, Gorgeous, ergonomic design
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Expensive, A little heavy
Matured headphone enthusiasts of today are quick to gripe about the failings of reference level headphones...mea culpa. This is big bucks we're talking about however, a critical eye is deserved.
A large amount of impressive technology passes through the Future Music office. With such an eclectic mix of stuff there's always one or two of us that will put a new item on our personal wishlist. It's pretty rare, however, that something has us all drooling.
American headphone manufacturer Audeze has all kinds of good stuff on the market right now. For premium sound, though, which model do you choose? While the LCD-X and the LCD-4 have their accolades, the LCD-3 could also prove a viable choice.
Experts around the world have referred to the Audeze LCD series as the 'best headphones in the world', and we have to agree. Built beautifully, uncompromising in sound quality and an absolute pleasure to listen to, the Audeze LCD-3 and LCD-X are the headphones you should aspire to own.
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Flawless, open, natural sound, Revealing and calculated sonic performance, The best mid-range we've ever heard, Classy retro looks, excellent build, LCD-X can be driven by portable devices
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Heavy and uncomfortable to wear over time, LCD-3 needs an amplifier
There are many excellent reviews on AUDEZ LCD-3 on Internet by both users and professionals, and to my experience with these cans they are true and accurate. I better not dilate upon the usual attributes lest I end up in repetition of other reviewers.
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Excellent audio and sturdy build
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Heavy and pricey
I bought these with the intent of getting the highest sound quality I could afford without having to buy new speakers, and for listening at higher volumes without disturbing the neighbors in my apartment complex.
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Outstanding sound quality. Rugged storage case. Spare parts are available from the manufacturer.
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One of the larger and heavier headphone sets. The price is significant, so make sure this is what you want.
It's like being in another world!
I've had hd650 with benchmark DAC and now I have the lcd-3, burson soloist, and grace m903. At first I was underwhelmed and as much as reviews mentioned the "smooth" sound I thought it was too laid back through the bass and mids and the highs seemed bright.
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Smooth, magical, engaging sound.
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Build quality was rated lower due to flimsy headphone cable, but I suppose most will get aftermarket--i am. Heavy headphones that felt like they were pinching my head which resulted in a headache on my first day with them, but the following days didn't have that probably and felt like I am used to...
I already own the Denon AH D7100 and am comparing them to it. The planar sound is different of course and is soft and a little muffled. The Denon's are very clear, precise and the bass is tight. The Audeze is definitely better at fullness of sound and creating a stereo on my head experience.
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Full room filling sound on your head. Great for bass sound. Creates an experience on your head.
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Sounds muffled and not as sharp as I wanted it to. Have to spend hundreds on a headphone amp to run them.
- Neodymium Planar Magnetic Transducers
- Open Circumaural Design
- 5 to 50,000 Hz Frequency Response
- Requires External or Integrated Amp
- Lambskin Leather Earpads
- Zebrano Wood Ear Cups
- Includes Ruggedized Travel Case
- Includes 1/4" to Dual Mini XLR Cable
- Includes 4-Pin XLR to Dual Mini XLR
- Includes 1/4" to 1/8" Stereo Adapter
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- Audeze LCD-3 - High Performance Planar Magnetic Headphone With Ruggedized Travel Case (Zebrano Earcups, Lambskin Leather Earpads)
- 8.2' (2.5 m) 1/4" (6.35 mm) to Dual 4-Pin Mini XLR Cable
- 8.2' (2.5 m) 4-Pin XLR to Dual 4-Pin Mini XLR Cable
- 1/4" (6.35 mm) to 1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo adapter
- Ruggedized Travel Case
- Limited 3-Year Warranty