This is a great review. I really appreciate you're providing this completely different point of view in your review in comparison to pretty much all of the audiophile focused headphones reviews. Incredibly useful information.

I started sound treating room for mixing/mastering....using REW and shooting it....I bought LCDX. Cheaper and I can mix/master anywhere in the house on my laptop.

@starkid9736

Жыл бұрын

im a geithain guy i love my speakers but since i have my ndh20s with canopener i just use the speakers 4 a short review the headphone thing is serious up ur game folks u wont regret it go headphone im a audio N#ZI and not easy to please man this h🤠dphone bass and room depth ..and no one gets anoyed

This review helped solidify getting the LCD X 2021 and I'm very pleased. Wonderful to mix on and they're translating to speakers very well. New viewers of this vid need to know that the 2021 version is an improved version with lighter weight, better tuning (in the upper mids), new fazor tech, slightly wider soundstage. Highly recommended. Excellent vid.

@TheBobby1kenobi

Жыл бұрын

I have this headphone and while it is great it does get uncomfortable. Especially when it's hot.

Great video. Looking forward to your thoughts on the Ollo Audio S4X headphones for mixing.

Man great video! a few weeks into research and still in the debate. Between going for the LCD-1 or Audeze Mobius for production and mixing.

So clear and helpful! Thanks a lot. Immediate subscription 🤙 … would you ever use LCDX, 4z or MX4 with the SPL Phonitor technology, instead than using a software cross feed generator?

Fantastic video. Thank you VERY much for this. All the important information sorely lacking from the largely unhelpful ad-copy Audeze provides. Also sorely lacking from anywhere else I've seen. And all in ONE PLACE, in one video even!

Wow thanks... this is just what I’ve been looking for! This is a must see for mix and mastering engineers.

Thanks so much for this breakdown! I’m split between the LCD 2 (2020 version) vs. LCD X for mixing...would you say the added details in the highs are worth the $200 difference, or can a little EQ make up for some of the loss? The higher bass is intriguing and sounds fun

Great video, you really only speak pro-audio language, not a bit in hi-fi language, which is fantastic! This is exactly the kind of comparison I was looking for. Excellent work.

@starkid9736

Жыл бұрын

exactly very easy to listen no need to think just understand

Thanks for the review. Would you happen to know if the recent changes on the LCD-X (2021 model I believe) have made them more or less favourable to mixing, or still exactly as good? I would like to make sure before purchasing and I trust your recommendation more than anyone I’ve come across on KZread. Thank you!

Super super helpful - thanks mate!!

Just found this and what a wonderfully detailed comparison of these models. I'm probably going to send in my lcd-3s for a refresh, the only distractions are the lighter weight and new driver tech, but perhaps the more modern driver tech will get me 85 to 90% of the way towards the performance of the x or the mx4. Thoughts?? Thank You very much for your insight, and Cheerio! TTFN.

also when it's the headphones sound signature it's not EQ that is done before it reaches the headphone to change that, it's called the sound signature or referring to specifics at low mid high range it's called frequency response

Brilliant review, thanks!

Greatly Informative Channel! Which would you recommend for both Mixing and Mastering, if you consider the fact that I'll be using it with; the iFi Zen Can and the Can Opener Crossfeed software: HEDDphones, LCD 4z, LCD MX4 or LCD X? Note: My concern is extremely detailed and accurate sound, NOT excitement. I'll use it to Produce, MIx and Master Beats and Vocals. My toughts: I'm inclined to go with the HEDDphones, cause it seems to be the best all around value for money when used with iFi Zen Can and Can Opener Crossfeed (I deduced that from watching several of your videos on the subject). But, it (the HEDDphones) also seems to be the least comfortable to wear compared to the design of the LCDs, the LCDs seem to cover and sit right in front of your ears better, and have a better, stronger and more durable build quality (I'd like to know if you agree with these assessments). Also, I noticed you said the LCDs are better at reducing Distortion, would you say they're better than the HEDDphones on that aspect? Thanks!

Great video! First time in your channel If you allow me one question please. If i want accurate headphones for video editing wich model do you recommend me? Thanks in advance and sorry for my English i'm still learning Have a Productive and Healthy day!

Hey! How much of a jump is the lcd x when compared to headphones like the hd58x and dt 1990 pro? Great video btw

Fantastic knowledge, thank you very much.

Ive had a pair of LCDXs for almost 2 years. I love them. I drive them with a Neve RNHP amp and a Red Black Lion Sparrow DAC. I'm very happy with this setup.

@ikamy

3 жыл бұрын

what if I dont buy them separate Amp for now ? Is it still helping my mix process?

@donwells8465

3 жыл бұрын

@@ikamy yes. although improving your signal chain will help. i can hear a difference between plugging the lcdx in a 9 year old rme babyface (or a maschine mk3) and through my curret signal chain. the lcd sound very good through the hp out of the interfaces, but imaging, fullness, and detail are so much better through a nicer signal chain. My signal chain predates my lcdx, so my baseline is with all that stuff.

@ikamy

3 жыл бұрын

@@donwells8465 Thank you very helpful

@ChestermereToday

3 жыл бұрын

Don, do you get a rather harsh response from LCDX when used with RNHP? Coming out of my Apollo twin x via XLR into the RNHP I get that harshness passing 7k...it kills my ears after 10 mins...

@ScanProAudio thank you so much for such a great video. I am using a Benchmark HPA4, the canopener plugin and am exclusively in headphones for mix and mastering work. I do equal amounts of mixing and mastering work and am trying to decide between LCD-X, LCD-MX4, HEDDphone, and the HD800 or perhaps a combo of two of these together. Obviously, if you have any other suggestions that I’ve overlooked, I’m open to any of it. What would you lean towards?

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

All four of those headphones are great (the HD800s rather than the HD800 anyway) in their own way. The X 2021 version LCD-X will probably be the easiest to get good mix translation with as its most like high end speakers, The MX4 has more detail in the mids (but is over double the price) The HEDDphone has an insane amount of detail for mastering, but is the heaviest while the HD800s is super lightweight, but doesn't have the transients of the heddphone.

Thanks for the fantastic video. After watching I'm preparing to get the LCD-X for mixing duties. I'm using the older RME Fireface UFX (not +) and wondering if I should try to simply power the LCD-X from it, or be looking for a headphone amp. And if I need an amp, could you recommend a few that might pair well with this set-up? Thanks again for the great content.

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

iFi Zen Can or SPL Phonitor One would get the best out of them.

Great review. Any thoughts on the LCD-XC closed-backs?

@noegostudios7130

3 жыл бұрын

I use them in my studio for tracking and sometimes for a bit of mixing. They are phenomenal. They blow away any other closed back I have tried. I was surprised he overlooked them.

A fantastic review especially for mastering engineers who don't seem to find an Audeze headphone review for them. Audeze people themselves answer questions with a saddening oversimplification.Thank you!

Are there any other alternatives for the Audeze? Something like the Focal Clear maybe?

Awesome review! This is THE best review geared towards the pro audio mix and mastering professional that I have seen on KZread for Audeze headphones! Thank you!

would you say by adding fazors and changing the ear pads to hybrid leather and suede perforated for more open sound on the LCD 2C will sound similar to the X with better air and soundstage and be useful in studio usage? someone had their FR after mods and they are more even sounding and neutral than the X or slightly similar.

Great advice as usual! Trying to decide between LCD-X and HEDDphone for mixing and mastering work as well as composing. What could you advise me? Watched all your videos regarding the question already.. THANK YOU

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

Thomas Lcd-X is a bit more familiar and quick to get your head round for mixing. They are easy to drive from almost any interface. Heddphones have much more detail, but you really NEED crossfeed to get decent translation and for speed of mix positioning. They also need a very powerful amp, even if that is just an ifi zen can.

1. Am I right in assuming that the LCD-X would be an ideal Mixing headphone, and the LCD-4/LCD-4Z ideal for Mastering - and that if you had both, you'd have the best of both worlds if you both Mix and Master? (or is the juggling act a bad idea?) 2. If I went about it that way, which one would be best, between X and 4, for when I am writing/producing/recording? (I know they're open-back, so I don't mean necessarily when Tracking vocals or whatever, but like when in the production phase of laying down tracks) Would the hyper-detail be the better choice for laying down higher quality tracks? Or would the 4's bigger soundstage be better for making macro "songwriting" decisions? (Basically, which would you prefer while still doing sound-selection?)

Thank you for such a detailed explanation, soughted out all my doubts regarding the open back headphones. In case of a closed back version, do the audeze mobius come close to rest.

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

Mobius are surprisingly fairly good and detailed and well balanced in music mode considering they are closed back. However, they work best (and the only way you should use them for studio work) is via USB. Turn 3D on, headtracking off and dial the ambiance right down to 10 or so and the crossfeed is quite good... BUT They only work at 48K or 96K (without the waves NX) so you can’t do 44.1KHz sessions. :-( This is the dealbreaker for most people

@josephsebastian8499

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Thankyou very much for this feedback, if one wish to purchase a planar magnetic closed back headphones, any suggestion will be much appreciated, staying with the Mobius price range, hopefully. I am still holding on to my HD280 Pro and was intrigued by planar magnetic headphones, this lead to the audeze brand finally this video/channel, explaining Mobius/ Audeze products. Thankyou for the effort put into these videos, truly appreciate it.

Hi there! Which DAC and headphone amp would you recommend for LCDX in a formula where I only mix on headphones having no monitors. I’m fully ITB. Max 3k USD. Thank you.

Awesome review. I'm trying to decide on headphones for mixing and mastering and I think to buy LCD-X did you think I can work straight from Yamaha Montage 8 or do you recommend buying a better interface?.

@ScanProAudioTV

2 жыл бұрын

It will work out of a Montage, it’s sensitive enough, but there’s definitely a bit better quality to be had with a decent DAC / AMP . Something like the Topping DX3 pro would do extremely well for a modest expense.

This is exactly the subject I want to know:)

I'd be very interested to have afollow up video... What a great great video you have done, here. You are above most other online sources... You articles on CPUs helped me tremendously years ago, and you're doing it again for headphones now... Please, could you telle us what to chose today for mixing and mastering, regarding headphones ? We now have the LCD-5, the MM-500 and 100, and the CRBN. There are other brands that seem to do great things, I'm thinking about DCA for example... DCA seem interesting for mixing (the Expanse ?). Stax too, maybe ? But I don't know. You, sir (doctor), you know :).

Hey Tom! I've got the LCD-1s when I watched your video comparing them to the HD650s and I'm very happy so thank you. I've used FF Pro Q3 to match the Reveal plugin because I found Reveal is a bit lagging. And I also bought Can Opener, I'm seeing you said the LCD-1s don't really need it, should I not use it all the time, what would be your recommendation please ? thank you !

@palaHD

3 ай бұрын

Do use an amp between the lcd-x and audio interface ? If so how do you connect it ? My 4 outputs are taken up with the 4 monitors I have,cheers mate

Thanks, great video! Why do you need to be careful with the level of detail with the mx4’s when mixing?

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

Because they have more detail than almost every speaker.

Can't wait for your review of Sennheiser HD560S

I am very curious to know what are the small speakers on top of your Genelecs ?

Would love to see a shootout between the budget Planars for mixing (Verum, M1060, Sundara, LCD-1) and similarly priced HD & DT’s. Would you consider this? Barely any definitive content about this online..

What do you think of them contrasted to the Genelecs? I have 8351bs but am selling to go mobile so do you have a specific headphone recommendation?

What are your thoughts on the LCD-XC 2021 version for mixing compared to the LCD-X 2021 version?

Are the new LCD-5 headphones better for mixing?

Which amp would you recommend for audeze lcd x to use with apollo twin x sound card?

I want the lcd-x and use a focusrite 18i8,I know something like the ifi zen can will be good for the job based on what you’ve mentioned here in the comments but I’m confused as to how I’d connect it to my current setup which is the 4 outputs on the interface are already taken up because I’ve got 4 x KRK RP8 monitors connected leaving no outputs,could I go out of the headphone output on the focusrite ? Thanks for help anyone’s got 👍

Do the LCDX pads make your ears sweat or is that an issue with open back headphones? I've never owned open back before.

This video is incredibly informative. Where does Focal fit in? Hifiman? Others?

Good morning, can you tell me where I can find the preset EQ for an LCD X 2021? I need it to be as flat as possible. I am dedicated to electronic music. Can I do a Mastering with LCD X?

Any suggested CanOpener settings for the LCD-1? It worked great with my old KRKs but I’m having a hard time settling on settings I like with these

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

We have the video with all the optimal eq and canopener settings for lcd-1 in edit now :-)

Hello I just bought the lcd x headphone. My studio setup uses a uad arrow interface. I want to mix on the headphones. Is the sound quality of the uad arrow good enough or do I need an additional dac/headphone amp combo or headphone amp? I had to use morphit to customize the frequency response quite a bit to get a sound I could mix with with. I thought this was quite odd. Thank you.

@MrMullerLove

3 жыл бұрын

The UAD Arrow is more than adequate. Great interface.

Fantastic Video! I'm trying to decide between HEDDPHONE and LCD-X for mixing. I own the apollo x4 would it be enough to drive the HEDDPHONE??

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

I'd say that it would be borderline for HEDDphone. The Rack Apollo X's have got 50% extra power compared to the desktop models. You might well notice it squeezing transients and saturating when writing, especially when layering sub bass & kick at a decent volume. The racks definitely have enough headroom, though even then, running a balanced output amp (like the iFi Zen Can or THX 789) with a special cable from a 4.4mm or a 4 pin XLR socket would get better results.

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

Theres plenty of headroom for LCD-X on the X4, no problems at all then.

@Joonsik_e

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Thanks alot!!

Hello, Does using LCD-X with Audient ID22 pre amp is a good choice? I'm planning to buy just the headphones and not separate pre amp? what do you think?

@alexmueller2000

Жыл бұрын

Hi, I have an Audeze LCD-X and an Audient iD22 (which I only bought for mobil use). They don't work together at all!!! The headphone amp output impedance is too high for the 20 Ohm Audeze which results in a bad damping factor (headphone impedance/output impedance should be 8 or higher). So you definetetly need to buy an headphone amp with a lower output impedance for the Audeze. I have both, the SPL Phonitor 2 and Phonitor Mini which work great with the Audeze. As a DAC I currently use my Metric Halo ULN8 3D interface or an SMSL M500 DAC (which is really great for the money). The headphone output of the Metric Halo and the SMSL have also low impedance which works very well with the Audeze LCD-X. The SPL Phonitor brings in some additional smoothness which reduces ear fatigue and the crossfeed matrix which works like a hardware version of can opener. It is just night an day against the Audient iD22 headphone out which makes the Audeze LCD-X sound like an cheap, unbalanced and unenjoyable headphone. Also Audeze headphones might be easy to drive, you need to make sure you have an amp that works with this low headphone impedance - so also low amp output impedance and also enough power to control the membrane and make them sound the best.

I'm currently testing the Focal Clears. How do you compare it to the LCD-X? Other question: Does LCD-X requires a dedicated amp or any good interface (like UADs) headphone's amp is good to drive it?

@ScanProAudioTV

2 жыл бұрын

X has a bit more detail than the clears, which are fairly close tonally to the LCD-2. LCD-X works well on Apollo X series units, but previous generations will benefit from a dedicated amp, something like if's zen can is a great option without spending 100's, and is amazing with a balanced output cable.

What about the Metric Halo ULN8's headphone outputs with LCD1's and LCDX headphones. MH uses HQ DAC on the HP out.

@alexmueller2000

Жыл бұрын

Metric Halo ULN8 with Audeze LCD-X works really good. But I prefer to use an additional SPL Phonitor 2 or Phonitor Mini. 😉

Great review! i use the LCD-X for mixing and they sound fantastic they won't lie to you but if you want more upper mids sonarworks reference 4 does a great job of delivering that, i often use them hand in hand.......

@ikamy

3 жыл бұрын

dude, are you using separate pre amp? Im about to do the investment for LCD-X but probably cant get separate pre amp after, is it necessary? (my interface Audient ID22)

@clickbaitpro

3 жыл бұрын

@@ikamy You probably have to invest in DAC to get the most out of LCD-X because id22 doesn't have good enough DAC for that headphone. Don't get me wrong, audient have great ADC but they lack in DAC department

@alexmueller2000

Жыл бұрын

@@ikamy Hi, I have an Audeze LCD-X and an Audient iD22 (which I only bought for mobil use). They don't work together at all!!! The headphone amp output impedance is too high for the 20 Ohm Audeze which results in a bad damping factor (headphone impedance/output impedance should be 8 or higher). So you definetetly need to buy an headphone amp with a lower output impedance for the Audeze. I have both, the SPL Phonitor 2 and Phonitor Mini which work great with the Audeze. As a DAC I currently use my Metric Halo ULN8 3D interface or an SMSL M500 DAC (which is really great for the money). The headphone output of the Metric Halo and the SMSL have also low impedance which works very well with the Audeze LCD-X. The SPL Phonitor brings in some additional smoothness which reduces ear fatigue and the crossfeed matrix which works like a hardware version of can opener. It is just night an day against the Audient iD22 headphone out which makes the Audeze LCD-X sound like an cheap, unbalanced and unenjoyable headphone. Also Audeze headphones might be easy to drive, you need to make sure you have an amp that works with this low headphone impedance - so also low amp output impedance and also enough power to control the membrane and make them sound the best.

@ikamy

Жыл бұрын

@@alexmueller2000 Thank you so much!!!

what about lcd-xc with eq?

Would love to hear thoughts on the LCD-GX.

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

Kind of a V response curve, so not my favourite for mixing, lots of bass, forward treble, but remarkably easy to position hats. Personally, I’d save a bit more and go for the 2021 LCD-X

I like neutral headphones, I like hearing the music exactly like it was meant to be recorded. I also am a musician and will be doing my own mastering. Which one has the most detail and sound stage? I was planning on getting the 4z but now I'm confused if the MX4 are better or not. Though its $1000 cheaper so I assume that the 4z is better? Though more expensive doesnt always mean better. Could you clarify this please? (:

@ScanProAudioTV

2 жыл бұрын

The 4z have more detail, the MX4 is a bit more ‘speaker like’. If you want the most detail and neutrality, for for the 4z, want a more familiar balance for mixing, then go for the mx4. Most mastering engineers go for the 4 / 4z, most mix engineers go for lcd-x / mx4

@BxrHavik

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Sorry, I'm little late replying to this, but thank you for your reply. This really helps to clarify which ones we should get for professional uses. (:

Which amp would you recommend for the LCD X? Please bear in mind I have an Antelope Zen Tour Sernergy Core interface.

@ScanProAudioTV

Жыл бұрын

The quality of the amp circuit on the antelopes are all very good, and if you mix up to 0dB, is probably loud enough for you, as there is some secret headroom left over at full gain. If you want more headroom / gain then Topping L50 or A90, Ifi Zen Can with balanced input / output cables, THX 887, spl phonitor one All without really breaking the bank.

thank you for this handy vid. have one question. I now ordered the LCD-X, but do you need a separate headphone preamp for this headphone? My current user interface is the UAD apollo Twin.

@ScanProAudioTV

2 жыл бұрын

Twin x will be fine, it’s got a great amp circuit for the x. Twin mk2 would benefit from a modest amp like an Ifi zen can driven from the line outputs.

@wes2819

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV thnx :). I was thinking about the Schiit Magni 3+ (140euros).

@wes2819

2 жыл бұрын

ordered ifi zen V2. based on your very interesting review about the ifi zen

@ScanProAudioTV

2 жыл бұрын

@@wes2819 V2? There’s not an zen can V2, there’s a zen DAC V2… totally not the same thing, you can’t use zen dac with an Apollo, it’s usb input only.

@wes2819

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Your right the Ifi Zen Can. V2 is not correct, it was still in my head when looking on their website with all their products.

How about a video like this for IEMs? If that is even a thing.

They’re also great value for money, I bought two sets one for my games console and another for listening to music on my smartphone.

Thanks a lot

Hi! Would you go with the lcd x vs barefoot footprint 1 in a decently treated studio? Or Genelec 8041sam vs lcd x? also why do you use the mtms? Is there anything that the Genelec sand the headphones don’t give you that the MTMs do? Thank you.

@eduardcojocaru1998

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I meant 8341sam

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

The MTMs are left over from the small rooms video I did, but they really don’t show up anything that the Audezes and the Genelecs do. 8341 are great, especially in imperfect spaces, and who doesn’t love a barefoot?? Thomas the designer can almost do no wrong in my book. Both are great options. The headphones always give me the best results though, Especially with Canopener and a comparison plugin like metric AB.

@eduardcojocaru1998

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Thank you for the detailed answer. hopefully the lcd x will be a great companion for my neve headphone amplifier.

@Vocalisto

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV which Headphones do you think comes the closest to the Genelec 8351?

Hi, thanks for the great reviews. How would you generally compare something like the beyer 880 pros to the LCD-1s? A worthy upgrade?

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, massively. A LOT more detail. Like going from a £4- 500 pair of speakers to a £3K set. The sub and bass definition is particularly sharper and tighter noticeable and the treble detail is another level. We have a video with all the optimum settings for LCD-1 that’s just in edit now. Used with canopener and an EQ to fine tune it, the translation is excellent.

@DemiGodsMusic

3 жыл бұрын

Scan Pro Audio thank you that’s really helpful. Look forward to the video

watching you hold the earcups of the lcd3's together, knowing exactly what the squeezing pressure will do to the drivers is terrifying. each driver is $600 to replace, just letting you know.

holy fuck my guy you are pushing that headband to the limit

I finally bought LCD-X😆 What do you think about Drop789 vs RNHP?

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

The drop 789 wins hands down, RNHP is underpowered and there’s a definite rounding off of the treble in comparison, Get a balanced cable for the 789, fantastic combo.

@yoichisakai9963

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Thank you for your quick and detailed answer😆 it helps me a lot!

@yoichisakai9963

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Do you have any recommendation of balanced cable for Drop/LCD-X combo?

Are you saying... If I am only using my audio interface, like an uad apollo, to drive these lcd, I should drive them with line out instead of headphone out??

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

MI KAIOU If you are using an external headphone amp, make sure you feed it from the line outputs, not re-amping the headphone output. Apollo X now have a pretty great amp, especially the rack units, much better than the earlier models.

@mikaiou6159

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV ​ I see. So "using line outs" are meant for external headphone amp only. For now I will just use my MX4 on the apollo x's headphone output. Thanks!!

I thought that the SM7b was more bassy, but I guess you just boosted the treble more.

Have you heard the Verum1's? Do you think those might be a good choice for mixing?

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

We have no interest in stocking or reviewing these headphones. The owner has been banned by most of the headphone forums for unacceptable comments.

@KytexEdits

2 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Thank you, I personally know some of the people who've been harassed by him.

Is the bamboo version of the Audeze 2 good for mixing and mastering ??

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, its one of my favourite Audeze headphones, use the LCD-2 curve from reveal to finish it off, it's from the right era for that correction curve.

@manuelsirotti3793

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Ah ok because you can find it at a good price but they told me it's not good for mixing and mastering

@ScanProAudioTV

3 жыл бұрын

@@manuelsirotti3793 the bamboo model is fairly old, so you won’t find new, but it was actually very good. If I was going to buy a new model now, it would be LCD-X with the economy travel case, the new version is better than ever.

@manuelsirotti3793

3 жыл бұрын

@@ScanProAudioTV Yes, but it costs much more than used bamboo. The best headphone you've ever tried for details at an affordable price ?? Some talk about Austrian audio, have you ever tried it? Thank you!

The Audeze LCD-X is more comfortable and somehow it feels lighter than the Beyerdynamic DT 770. I can wear it the whole day, but its sound is not as flat as said. There is a steep deep around 4-5Khz. Good news it that if you use it with Sonarworks Reference 4, it is utter perfection!

You got a huge head bro. The headphones are maxed out

Unless I win the lottery those are not in my budget. I will stick to my MDR 7506, 361, M50X, DT770, Superlux 681 for vocal tracking and 668B, Shure 440. Until this year I got by on 7506.

I highly disagree with your statement about never using the "headphone out" of you interface. Everything depends on what quality d/a converter the unit has in it. For example, My UAD apollo solo(around 500USD) has a cleaner and more power output from the headpone out than quite a few "hi-fi headphone amps" that costs much more. Another awesome and affordable choice with top notch d/a would be the SSL2(solid state logic) audio interface. This one you can get for under 300USD. You'll be surprised by how much you can get out of some audio interfaces for so cheap. Don't let anyone tell you "audiophile headpone amps" are always better, they're not.

Wow this is school right here

Actually, almost all premium dynamic drivers have lower distrotion than planar magnetic drivers. Companys that produce planars compare their drivers to same size average and cheap plastic dynamic drivers. But no Headphone with drivers that large use average plastic drivers. They use all sorts of materials including material mixes like the MDR-Z1R which has an ring of aluminium coated liquid crytsal polymer and an dome made of magnesium. And these produce significantly lower distortion figures than planar magnetic drivers. So the statement is not wrong, its just too general. If any company would be stupid enough to build large dynamic drivers out of plastic than yes, planar magnetic drivers would be superior. But no company does that, so its an comparison to non-existing techonolgy.

This is the 1st review where in a 22 min review, the reviewer starts talking about the actual device at 17:30 😳

They might sound decent but they look like a 30's headphone prototype. These wouldn't look out of place as a prop in a ww2 movie.

Why would anyone mix on a average soundstage headphone like LCD-X? Detail retrieval is also average… Focal Clear MG and HD800s are more resolving. I have owned one pair of LCD-X 2021 for about a year and I don’t get it… 🙈 why the hype? Frequency response?

@hartonotandjoeng2314

2 жыл бұрын

My guess the planar magnetic detail retrieval is more true to the source signal (still not perfect), dynamic drivers detail retrieval can be better but more artificially generated by the dome/cone structures vibrations in motion.

JEEZUS!! - If you mixed and mastered your vocals using these headphones I would NEVER buy them !!!

@almur88

3 жыл бұрын

if you're referring to the unbearable harshness in the upper frequencies of his voice over I agree, had to turn him down low lest my brain should leak out through the earways :-))

@jopar3292

3 жыл бұрын

@@almur88 Im listening with better headphones now but...yes there is so much peaky unpleasant harshness there. To be fair though people don't know the infinite subtleties that go into a vocal that make it sound normal. ..for it to disappear and the information to just appear. This is a good example of poorly recorded/mixed/mastered vocal :D

Dear lord the mix of his voice here is horrific, it's literally hurting my ears.

trick question the answer is: none

@ajwadakter7326

3 жыл бұрын

And why's that?