The Audeze LCD2 blew my mind in 2009, and why it still does

[@crabbitwife5463]

I had the LCD-2 revision 2 (non fasor) and it blew my mind too. The most fun I've ever had with any bit of audio equipment I have experienced. They really did make listening to music an event each time. I have had a couple of dozen pieces of audio equipment over the years and all have been a minor improvement if at all over the last piece. Not so the LCD-2. The positive differences to other headphones I have had were astounding and quite shocking. After a couple of years I "upgraded" to my current LCD-3 (non-fasor). While the LCD-3 may be more accurate and have a more balanced sound (the LCD-2's can be a bit bass/mid heavy), there is no magical audio dust sprinkled on then like the LCD-2 had. I would recommend anyone thinking of a pair of Audeze's to go for the LCD-2.

[@antoinep9733]

Yay, more headphone content please! I love loudspeakers, but for those of us with mortgages, wives, kids, neighbours, a lack of space, modest incomes and only one kidney, a sniff of high-end sound is within reach. Loving the channel, usually thought provoking, always entertaining.

[@albertweedsteinthethuggeni7797]

Exactly. For example, with 2000 dollars you are near the peak of headphone sound, but with speakers you are just getting started

[@wumingkit]

Most people have two kidneys

[@correzzana1992]

Rocking LCD-Xs here! Retain all the awesome audeze house sound, adding clarity and power, plus an even more terrific soundstage, which is probably the best between all the line, maybe just bested by LCD-4/Z. With the creators package special these are just 1199 $, and possibly the best for the buck even up to 2000$ category. Highly recommended!

[@Flavius7]

I agree 100%. Great comment!👍

[@popops3]

You think the lcd x is better than the lcd 2f ?

[@correzzana1992]

​@@popops3 Man, my answer got cancelled when I was about to write the last line, I'll try to sum up, I won't be detailing sound differences as you can find really sooo much online... Ignoring specific personal taste or specific usage, and looking objectively at the specs, go with the LCD-X if you can, especially if the price difference is not too much important, definitely worth the extra money in any case. Much more versatile headphones, which give its best with all music genres, and are also spectacular for movies, gaming and professional use (I'm a music lover 1st, but who doesn't love this stuff too? but again your mileage may vary). Last important thing that some forget, LCD-Xs can be basically run out of any headphone jack compared to LCD-2, as the low-impedance doesn't require you to use a powerful amp, and maybe be more suited to your situation. It's a plus, but if you're buying such headphones I hope you're having high-quality amp/dac anyways, or it's really not worth it.

[@popops3]

@@correzzana1992 thanks a lot, I asked because I think I got a bad pair, they sounded good but I bought them to compliment my ananda that lacks bass, and they nearly had the same bass slame and even less extensión. So I was also intrigued by the lcd 2f but didnt find a lot of comparision online, only with the lcd2 c. I think my equipment is okey smsl sp200 and m200 stack. So now Im pretty shure I did get a bad pair since they should have noticeable more bass punch and slam than the ananda. Just to be clear I know planars dont have the same slam as dynamic drivers, Im not looking for that, only a bit more than my ananda. I really like the intimacy of the lcd x

[@darthdurkelthewise320]

Great video Steve! I recently spent time with the Audeze LCD 2C, LCD X, and the LCD 2F in order to finally pull the trigger on one of the headphones I’ve been after for quite some time. I ended up with the LCD 2F. Granted the LCD X is a bit more expensive and the Classic is a little less of a wallet killer but I was ready to take the plunge. The LCD 2F was the sweet spot for me! I’m not sure that I’ll even be looking at any other headphone for years to come. I spend an average of 3 hours with these in my head every day and I’ve had just about every common higher end headphone there is over the decades. These really are special. Couldn’t agree more with your assessment!

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

Darth Durkel The Wise Ass Good move!

[@petrolhead007]

Never say never when it comes to audio obsession. I wouldn't be surprised if you jumped to the LCD-3 in the near future. I was a big fan of the LCD-2, until I spent some time with the LCD-3. I couldn't listen to the LCD-2 anymore, and quickly made the upgrade. Sorry if I've spoiled your excitement, although it never was the intention. Enjoy the LCD-2. The Audeze products are a bit addictive.

[@darthdurkelthewise320]

Petrol Head Even without listening to the LCD-3 yet I’d likely agree...This my friend is why I don’t plan on doing that until I can afford to!!! Ignorance is bliss 🙉.

[@Cooliewhistles]

have you stuck with the lcd2 or did u find somthing better?

[@popops3]

How do you compare the lcd 2f to the x?

[@crabbitwife5463]

keep these videos up Steve, I really enjoy them.

[@crabbitwife5463]

The combination of LCD-2's and a Schiit Lyr 2 headphone amp was spectacular. Ton's of atmosphere and bass slam. I also bought Audeze's own Deckard headphone amp, but it just couldn't get anywhere near this in combination. I still have my Lyr 2 and have upgraded to LDC-3's, but I am now using an SPL Photor X headphone amp, which is far and away the best solid state amp I have heard. I am actually thinking about getting a pair of LCD-2's again. I miss the slam, the impact and sheer amount of fun they were.

[@randolphlee3025]

And they say that LCD 2's are not for tube amps! ha ha!

[@1mctous]

Jason Stoddard designed the (now-discontinued) Lyr to drive Audeze LCD-2's and used them for listening tests.

[@kristoffer8740]

@@randolphlee3025 The Schiit lyr 2 is hybrid amp therefore it is fine. If it was a pure OTL it would not pair well with the LCD-2

[@MrR2185]

Just got an LCD-2c on Audeze's holiday sale....for $599. Will be running it with my Schiit Modi Multibit+ Massdrop THX789 amplifier. I can't wait for it to come in!

[@memberrrberry7282]

Same here mine arrives in the morning! I know that feeling!

[@fernandoespinosa3403]

Great video Steve. Look forward to hear more of your comments about Headphones in future. Thanks for your guidance.

[@Ali_Shafai]

I started with the LCD-2 and then recently made the move to LCD-3 and absolutely love it. The LCD-3 basically takes the amazing LCD-2 and just takes it to another level. 🎧😌

[@petrolhead007]

Ali Shafai Completely agree. I did the same. The LCD-2 sounded so veiled and grainy after I spent some time with the LCD-3.

[@brantontarrant2334]

haha omg they sounded other but not much better or so..youre are vodoo noobs

[@Ali_Shafai]

Dieter Bohlen Yep. Here we go! I was waiting for a guy who would say that only a sucker would buy a Rolls Royce, because it’s not much better than a Mercedes. You are right and keep that super rightness to yourself. 🤣

[@SatanDynastyKiller]

Just ordered a pair this evening- then I thought I better come check a few reviews of them ! This eases my mind...

[@theprinceofeverything1975]

How did you like them? Are they worth it?

[@chavezlaw78]

I have recently invested in a pair of HD650s and the Schiit Modi/Magni stack. I have had them for a week now and I think I have come to realize that I may not be an audiophile. I do not care about neutrality over everything. I only care that it sounds good to my ears (which is why I got the 650s which is known to be warmer than 600s). So my message for people trying to get into audio is don’t worry about having to spend large sums of money to obtain the best audio experience. As Steve says many times, there is amazing equipment out there you can buy for cheap. Just get something that makes you happy and don’t worry about the audiophile label.

[@WildStyle]

"I do not care about neutrality over everything. I only care that it sounds good to my ears" You sir sound like an audiophile. That is what most people look for in headphones anyway, sound they want to hear. Or some that do seek that neutrality, it is just all about what you want. If I didn't have these Perfect speakers for me, not anyone else, for me. I wouldn't be looking for headphones to match them.

[@SaltyMaud]

Just stay away from super best audio friends and keep pursuing the sound _you_ enjoy.

[@fredeso7844]

"I do not care about neutrality over everything." The irony is that, if you chose either the 600 or 650, then you probably do. They are two of the most neutral headphones around. Their differences aren't that great. A lot headphones, especially the Audeze line, are really coloured. For their high end stuff a lot of manufacturers don't even shoot for neutrality. Some have professional models that come close. In the Sennheiser lineup it happens to be the 6xx models.

[@tomdavis6371]

I've owned mine now for around three months, the 2020 model in Shedua Wood with the new headband and you are correct, Steve. They are robust in powerful presentation and yet at the same time they are effortless. The thing is, I prefer them EQ'd a bit to really make them shine. I'm nearly 60 years old and between the live concerts, loud stereo listening and a fully loaded truck full of expensive gear back in the 90's I just don't hear as I used to as a kid. And while that may be so I can still hear the upper frequencies as I could before with just a little bit of effort. To be sure this is a bit of a heavy pair of headphones but the new headband makes it possible to wear them for 6-7 hours at a time and I really only notice how heavy they are when I pick up my HD-600's. OMG they weigh nothing at all! unnecessary expenditure

[@jerryjazzbo2845]

It was a choice between this headphone and the Mr. Speakers Aeon Flow Open. I ended up with the latter because I preferred it's warmer sound. This is not to say the LCD2 isn't better. Both are actually great choices. Wish I could own both.

[@kesm66]

These are truly diehard classics…satisfying listen that never lacks or disappoints. The Sennheiser HD1 are also my tried & true ‘classic’ faves for portable use.

[@brianmoore581]

Sweet! Nice video, Steve. Good info.

[@chicoriver8606]

Hi Steve I really like your motivation & the way you speak about headphones thanks for your hard work

[@blackjohnny0]

Im curious about Quad Era-1, LCD-2c, Oppo PM-3, Monolith M1570, Aeon 2 closed.

[@70sroomreviews14]

I love your description, "these headphones are the muscle car of headphones"!

[@TheInternetEnzyme]

I just purchased the LCD-2C and the Schiit Modi/Magni 3-I got the LCD-2C for $599 with their holiday sale actually, and I’m now just waiting eagerly for them to ship the damn things! I’m coming from Audio Technica ath-m50x’s, and I’m hoping these are a significant step up.

[@hstojcic]

How do they sound on Schiit stack? I had M50x, then got DT 1990 Pro and sell them immediately and now I want to buy LCD2 Classic. I got the same stack as you do.

[@lrmcatspaw1]

I have the LCD-2C, and I HAD the LCD-2F. I sold the F because after using it for 4 months, I needed a 8 month break from the neck pain/migraine it gave me (bare in mind I used it mostly for gaming). Its a personal opinion so obviously take it with a lot of salt. In terms of the largest difference that I noted is that the LCD2C does not sound as ethereal (meaning you dont feel like you are listening to a headphone but just to pure music) when it comes to the highs. Everything else (mids and base) does feel like that, but once there is a lot of different frequencies mixed, the LCD-2C feels like it is missing in that department. IF the lcd-2F was as light as the LCD-2C (and had that headband, but I think you can buy that) I would get the LCD-2F 10 times out of 10. meaning I prefer the sound of it. However, Due to the fact I CANT use the F version past 45 minutes its a total deal breaker for me. Finally, due note that I use a Asgard 1 and Bifrost multibit, and those are supposed to warm up the sound, there is a good chance that I am overdarkening the LCD-2C (I dont really have anything to compare them to except lower quality gear), so take that into the variables as well. So, do I miss the sound of the LCD-2F? yes. Do i feel like I am missing out with the LCD-2C? No. Kinda Like the HD600, I just dont feel like i am missing out till I use the LCD-2C. In other words, I would advice to go for the LCD-2C unless you KNOW you want the F (and yeah, try them before you buy them it at all possible, just be aware that the weight will NOT go away).

[@roblucchetti2993]

Hey Steve - my understanding was that the original LCD2 had No Fazor - than they came along with LCD2 Fazor - which wasn't quite as loved and was sort of a "soft launch" feature. The secondary market for the non-Fazor LCD2 was pretty hit for along time. No surprise that they now have a "Classic" non-Fazor version now.

[@icervoid]

First i hear above 10K. I lesson metal music. When i used LCD 2 with a Burson V2+ it sounded a liittle recesed in high freq When i used a AKG K712 pro the high freq sounded OK and lows was not so strong and bottomed but well controlled so AKG is my choice. Look at what you like and fits you.

[@dsr0116]

I've happened on this video while trying to find reviews on the Audeze LCD 2 closed back (a new LCD 2 version). It would be great if you gave impressions on all the current "big 3" planar magnetic headphone brands (HiFiman, Audeze, Mr Speakers). I've gone ahead and pulled the trigger to see how the LCD2 closed sounds (haven't heard the Audeze sound yet...my previous prefered dynamics headphones have been Sennheiser, so I'm suspecting I'll like the tonality). I've now started a job which requires me to have isolated headphones, and I first got Mr Speakers Aeon closed back (there seemed to be more glowing reviews on it). It is a very comfortable headphone and has some great characteristics. The imaging is sublime, and it has great vocals and presence. From what I'm gathering from online impressions, the LCD2 closed has some more bass and detail then the LCD2 open versions. It's also apparently a heavy headphone, so it'll be an interesting compliment to have the Mr Speakers and Audeze at work.

[@alessandrociampi1811]

it is good also for classical music or only for rock and similar?

[@vcmusik]

Great video, Steve. How would you compare these to the LCD3, or say the Oppo PM1?

[@alfonsoignacio696]

Do you EQ any of the LCD headphones when you were listening to them?

[@Tallnerdyguy]

"Felt that American power" at nearly 2 lbs gotta get those neck muscles

[@runetech]

I was cheap and got the Monolith M1060 and did the mods on the grille and new earcaps and thinner dustprotection on the outside, and it now sounds really close to the LCD-2 but to a much lower price.

[@Hare_deLune]

Thanks Steve!

[@demibarton4271]

I live in the Philippines and they like videokes / karaokes. I wish i had a neighbor like Steve..

[@Geerladenlad]

Have you ever got a chance to listen to the focal clear headphones? I hear some people like them better than Utopia.

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

More likeable, less transparent than Utopia.

[@TheOneAndOnlyCha]

Hey Steve, loved the review and agree with your sentiments about the LCD-2 (I borrowed a friend's for a little bit and am absolutely sold). I'm wondering if you had a chance to listen to the latest LCD-3. How does that headphone compare to the LCD-2?

[@PKAPE004]

How is the soundstage with the classic compared to LCD2 Fazor’s?

[@TheSwiftnick]

Would these cans work with my A&K Kann which has a built-in amp?

[@frizzypazzo]

Hi Steve, I really like your videos. Do you remember which headphone amp you tried it with? Thanks for your Videos

[@hkhudadad]

hey Steve, nice video, learned much from your videos so far. would you say the monolith 1060 can rival these LCD-2? many say its kind of a cheaper lcd-2 which is not as good as but can match it in some departments :D

[@Josh-os2px]

Not close

[@KurtG879]

Hey Steve. After all of these years in music, how has your hearing held up? Do you suffer from tinnitus?

[@sz004]

"it just got more UMF" - love it, you bought me 😊

[@francescosmerilli5384]

I agree with you. But the first LC2s had a big technical problem, the drivers broke every 2-3 years and the new drivers cost a lot of money to repair. My lc2 broke twice. Amazing, but totally unreliable headphones. I hope that today with the new models the problems have been solved.

[@dsm011294]

Is better than focal elear or massdrop elex?

[@kbeau937]

different

[@akj1919]

Can a LG V35 phone drive the LCD2F? It can apparently drive headphones up to 600ohms...

[@jonberg469]

It can but not to its full potential. Lcd x is less amp dependent.

[@jonberg469]

Do you prefer the lcd2f or lcd3?

[@Josh-os2px]

Should I sell my he500 for a lcd2c?

[@carageaelvis6321]

And what to buy in 2020?

[@cmkilcullen8176]

I am not informed much about headphones and just what is possible fidelity and mind blowing wise. What sounds good to me maybe based on the limit of experience I have exploring this aspect of audio. My price point would not be near 1000 dollars. For that amount I would just as soon put that towards a speaker upgrade. I currently own a Pioneer headphones that were for less than 100 dollars, and were recommended to me by an audio sales rep at Manhattan store south of mid town on the west side. They sound good, but I don't know how dynamic headphones could be. If you have commented on budget headphones before at various price points, feel free to direct me to those reviews because you speak of the ones featured here so well, that it makes me curious. Thanks.

[@Hare_deLune]

CM Kilcullen Steve also has a blog where he reviews audio equipment. Just do a search for 'Audiophiliac headphones'.

[@cmkilcullen8176]

Hare deLune Ok, thank you!

[@Hare_deLune]

CM Kilcullen Cheers! : )

[@ColAngus]

CM Kilcullen Get on Ebay and invest like $100 or less in some used open back Sennheisers that use the same driver as the HD600's such as the HD535, 545, 565. Those should put those Pioneers into the drawer and start your journey into audio nirvana. You must use a quality DAC/amp or a decent soundcard on your computer, I don't know what your source is though.

[@cmkilcullen8176]

Thank you! I use a receiver (at home) for when it is late and I I want to listen to music without bothering the nieghbors or when I am either recording something or because I got the AC going. I just get comfortable and listed to music as I normally do, but with the ear goggles on - Lp CD - whatever. Thanks again!

[@litsaudio]

are you the guy who played in "Short Circuit ( 1986 )" ?

[@fisknitrox]

Got the LCD-2 C Best headphones I´ve ever heard, but stupidly heavy

[@photorolensoman8101]

LCD-2c vs HD660s?

[@lindastevens6926]

These are my favorite

[@randolphlee3025]

LCD 2! the 2nd version Fazor, yes it is excellent!

[@boblewis4823]

Hi everyone. I.bought the Hifiman 560 on sale for 350$ down from 900$ list. The LCD 2 was marked down from 999$ to 530$ w/travel box$$ but we're sold out. I use the Chord Mojo [550$] and forget about all the other Schiit out there.

[@blackbolt7662]

use hifiman 560 with mojo and it will be broke in 1 year (specially battery)

[@Josh-os2px]

You should have invested in the he500 with a nfb11.28 would have saved around $200 too

[@KeenAesthetic1]

azar rajab poor My Hifiman HE-560 yokes totally broke in a month despite repeated duct taping and kid-gloves treatment a new failure would continually spring up. Then after changing yokes and 3 months of my ownership the right driver failed. HE560s are sadly still my favourite sounding headphones,above my LCD2Cs.

[@blackbolt7662]

True . hifiman's sound quality is good but build quality is terrible ... i have not enough money to buy chinese products to replace them 3 time a year , i bought sennheiser , they will work a eternity ... i have my hd600 for 15 year and hd800S for 3 year and they sound really good

[@tomd5678]

I have one right beside me right now. Being fed by my upgraded x-can v2

[@RyuMasterEX]

Today your bog standard digital system has too much treble prominence so the audezes help balance that a lot, giving you a balanced frequency response which I think is the greatest factor of a positive music experience, treble peaks destroy the experience. Most other headphones sound way too bright trying to etch out detail, maybe because I'm young and so am more sensitive to higher frequencies.

[@Borednlonely]

Beyerdynamic dt1990 dynamic. Costs less and does a better job everywhere

[@hstojcic]

Wondering how someone can listen to them and enjoy them.

[@rhodey2952]

Hrvoje Stojčić had the dt1990...was not a fan. Different strokes for different fokes. Had the LCD-X and loved them. Sold them due to the weight for long listening sessions. Never heard the lcd2c but hear they're kinda close to the LCD-X and if that's the case they kill the dt1990 imo. I miss my LCD-X. Looking at the lcd2c or X again lol.

[@differentbutsimilar7893]

@@hstojcic Thank you. I don't know why anybody would want to compare either of these to the DT1990. Could not be more different. Bias: I like the LCD2C's a lot. But can't stand the DT1990's anymore than I can most other Beyers. The peaks on them are just something else to me. They make me physically uncomfortable. I can also hear what's good about them, and I'm sure they're awesome if you're not bothered by the Beyer house sound of really aggressively granular treble. A lot of people aren't. But for me, I may never have been into headphones at all if the 1990s were my introduction. I'd have been super bummed. Honestly, the LCDs are all kind of specialty headphones to me. Like, I don't think they are many people's ONE headphone. Usually one of at least two or three. I think they're great and will always have a pair. But I would have a hard time recommending them to someone who hasn't tried them. Same with the Beyers, but for all of the opposite reasons.

[@GustoTheGamer]

What about Beats by dr.dre headphones ?

[@melissamybubbles6139]

Beats are gymn headphones. They're made to stay on your head, possiblity be wireless, and sound decent with low quality recordings of bass heavy exercise music. The ones Steve reviews in this video are open back (let's sound in and out) headphones made to listen to high resolution recordings of less bassy songs in a quiet room at a desk. They are supposed to be better than any headphones you've ever tried.

[@ecstasy5317]

Believe it or not Steve reviewed monster's version the beats pro some years back and really didn't give them a negative review. Surprisingly to my so-called audiophile friends, I have both the Monster's and Apple's versions that were sent to me to try and kept them and still use them to this day lol. My other favorite headphones are Stax, Hifiman, Fostex, Audeze, and others. I've enjoyed many headphones from the past like many other people did and give some away especially during my DJ days.✌

[@newfguy1826]

Have you noticed any hearing loss after years of headphone use and/or playing loud music? Have you had a hearing test?

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

Yes, of course I had my hearing tested. It's in good shape.

[@Maver1ck101]

This is a highly important question and I'm glad that Steve answered it.

[@Destructor8031]

I have the rev 1 pre fazor LCD2 with the old exposed foam headband and it's miles better than the LCD-2C imo. The LCD-2Cs treble is all over the place and there is a lot of grain, the pre fazor has much cleaner treble and it has none of the grain.

[@vangledosh]

I think anyone that says "miles better" when it's the exact same driver and similar chassis is chatting straight from their arse. Many people have said the exact opposite and preferred the 2C. Treble is not all over the place, you need to stop staring at frequency response graphs and focus on what you're actually listening to. They're more recessed than the previous variants, sure, but that does not mean it's 'all over the place.' They're not comparatively as good as you so confidently make it out to be

[@Destructor8031]

@@vangledosh the fact that you're saying it's the exact same driver shows you don't have a clue what you're talking about.

[@luciaosornosolis1984]

Hello Steve! Will the LCD2 (any variation of it) work as well without a headphone amp? And how would you compare it to a Grado GS1000e???

[@joej78]

Eh, I found the LCD-2 really unimpressive when compared with STAX or even EQ'd HD800s. I ended up selling mine. I miss the heft and feel, not so much the sound.

[@ibleebinU]

$799 = Affordable?

[@CantilEdge]

for planar magnetic headphones, and compared to whats out there. Yes, they are relatively affordable. Doesn't mean I have the funds to purchase them though.

[@ColAngus]

Fostex are like 150 and Monoliths are in the 300 range aren't they?

[@kbeau937]

he said in audiophile standards.. and yes it is

[@ibleebinU]

@@kbeau937 Audiophile standards? Please.

[@kbeau937]

@@ibleebinU yes. As in the hobby is expensive so considering that it isnt terrible if it becomes end game.

[@CivilVaquisher]

LCD-2 besting all dynamic driver headphones under 1k? HD800 says hello. If for some strange reason you're extremely allergic to treble, I guess this could be for you but in terms of overall technicalities, this thing has nothing on the former Sennheiser flagship.

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

Marcus Sim OK, but the HD 800 is a $1400 headphones and this one the LCD2c is an $800 headphone.

[@LeHuy-ts4nn]

after many years trying many headphones, i think music is nothing without the fun factor. So I will always love choosing audeze series over a technical hd800:)

[@CivilVaquisher]

Le Huy If you think Audeze is the definition of "fun"' good on you. I think that's fair. I will always prefer to have some treble in my headphones, hence the house sound of audeze isn't quite for me.

[@jakeross8533]

Steve Guttenberg Audiophiliac but in the review you say that when the LCD 2 came out it was vastly l better than any other headphone including Sennheisers. I think that statement was not accurate, since the hd800 came out a few months before the LCD 2, and the hd800 has far better soundstage, imaging, and detail.

[@Ariozo111]

Had the 800 and did not like it so much, have the 800s now tho...but more of a clinic wide sound..very very good headphones..but for diffrent music i should say. LCD is more put on and relax and they work on most things..:) And i am after all little of a sennheiser fan, have the 600,650,660s,800s, and if you ask me every one should have a pair of 600 series at home even if they use other brand..:)

[@isaidstream4547]

Is That *Ninja* Headphones From Fornite?

[@depauwgerlings]

It weighs so MUCH

[@Richard-qs8dn]

I knew very little about headphones in this price range, when I two days ago went to spend time listening too headphones. I shortly climbed up from other headphones to give LCD-2 a go. I got impressed! After a while I got to try the Classic, and it got unboxed right there and then. My comment to the owner of the store was; 《To think this was never ever played on before, and unboxed in front of me, I'm simply tremendous impressed! Way more life and depth》. When I get the money for it, I believe I choose the Classic, even though I think the predecessor looks way moore amazing. I guess the sound is what really matters in this case. By the way, the headphones comes with a case for transport! I even believe it's an Pelicase!! 👍🏻

[@HobieFish]

i think steve is a little tipsy..

[@RC-qc2nz]

In my opinion the sennheiser hd 660s is overall better and cheaper in price.

[@TheGrammarOfDesign]

Audeze is like A Pontiac GTO HI-Fi Man is more like a European Or Japanese Sports Car. America wants more SLAM!!!! Japanese and Europeans are less about the SLAM!!!

[@chrisvinicombe9947]

Man I swear your a bit wasted in this video 😂😂😂

[@keeferdog5617]

chris vinicombe First, that’s a dumb-ass comment and second, learn how to spell.

[@chrisvinicombe9947]

keeferdog golly gee I'll just die of embarrassment 😱

[@draganantonijevic2441]

Great info, thanks Steve. But, for me... headphones are... for notes... no offense. Peace

[@jove1155]

Sorry, but this vid is bunk. Anyone can just look at the frequency response of Audezes in general, they are garbage, bass frontloaded with treble compensation, I heard both the LCDs 2 and 3 and wouldnt even consider them. Of course, I am in the neutrality camp, so my ideal is flat frequency so that is what I equalize to, if people want to waste hundreds on expensive Beats, great....

[@Cooliewhistles]

" my style of headphone preference is much better than yours"

[@jove1155]

@@Cooliewhistles versus "completely subjective view is GOOD"? gtfoh.

[@milanpintar]

audiophobic