Happy to! Here's how I've configured it: (Edit: keep in mind this curve is for the 4z only - curves for correcting other headphones can be found here.) Band 1 Type: shelf, G: +5.5, F: 105, Q: 0.7 Band 2: Type: notch, G: -3.5, F: 1.19k, Q: 1.6 Band 3: Type: notch, G: +7.0, F: 4.8k, Q: 0.7...

Today, I tried Oratory1990's EQ curve on the 4z, and the result was nothing short of astounding. I can't recommend this enough. I also checked out Sonarworks' SoundID (which includes an EQ curve for the 4z as well) but it pales in comparison to Oratory's work. (Haven't checked out Audeze's...

I've checked out the 4z on a $500 DAC (RME Babyface), the HUGO TT2, the HPA4 with one of the Benchmark DAC's, and now the ADI-2 Pro FS R. In my opinion, the 4z is extremely forgiving with regards to DAC (much more so than even other Audeze headphones I auditioned). Also, the difference between...

I auditioned the Ether 2 (and many others) before purchasing the 4z. Regarding the exact features you name - resolution, details, and transparency - the 4z absolutely, overwhelmingly outperforms the Ether 2. They are in completely different leagues.

A great way to find out more about what's going on would be to check out how these recordings sound to you in a professional recording studio. That should put to rest any doubts about what the 4z is doing. I realize that may not be practical, though. I have done so, and as I said earlier, I'm...

It is indeed interesting how all of our experiences are so different! I have also heard about the 'harsh treble' or 'glare', and I even (thought I) heard it during one demo session at the store. I guess I've gone back and forth on that one - treble is still something I'm fine-tuning in my mixes...

Haha that's like hearing myself talk! I purchased these because I don't have access to a room with good acoustics, so my studio monitors are useless for bass reference. I posted this a few pages ago- "I am loving the LCD-4z. It is amazingly revealing, and close enough to neutral to serve as a...

Sure, happy to! Basically, as many people have commented, the 4z are a bit dark and 'muffled' in what I would call the upper midrange and treble. To counteract this, I have constructed an EQ curve by ear. I am NOT attempting to correct published frequency responses. By going by ear, I am tuning...

Hey guys, I thought I'd check in after a few months and share my thoughts. I've finally gotten a chance to upgrade my DAC, to the RME ADI-2 Pro FS BE (quite a mouthful), the new black edition of the ADI-2 Pro. Having used the 4z for a few months now, I'm still extremely happy with them. Now I...

Looks like a new revision is on the way: https://rme-audio.com/adi-2-pro-fs-be.html A few retailers have it listed. In their descriptions, they claim it has the AK4493 chip (a slight improvement over the old ADI-2's AK4490), so it looks like this version of the ADI-2 Pro uses that chip (just...

I believe it is possible to run VST's in a 'systemwide' mode on Windows, yes. From a quick Google search, I'd look at an application called Equalizer APO: https://equalizerapo.com/ This app is itself a systemwide equalizer, but it can apparently also run third-party VST's, so you should be...

Fabfilter's Pro-Q 3 is an industry-leading software EQ, and one of the best I've used, both in terms of audio quality and interface. It costs 150 euros. Audeze's Reveal plugin has its advantages too: it's developed especially for the 4z, and it's free. I don't know how good the audio quality is...

After a few more days of listening and comparisons, I now agree with you guys that the 4Z does indeed deviate from flat quite strongly, especially in the upper mids, and possibly a bit the treble! Today, I decided to play around with the EQ settings on my audio interface. After a few minutes of...

A few more thoughts after more listening, producing, and comparing the 4z to my monitors. I know I’m talking a lot about production here, so I appreciate your patience with my ramble. Perhaps I should post this in a production forum. Speakers have an undeniable advantage in terms of...

As others have indicated, yes it's the LCD-4z, and the new mesh is a cosmetic change! FYI, all serial numbers after MG430505 have the new mesh. Interesting comments from you guys re: the cables. I am looking forward to experimenting with those.

That review certainly doesn't mesh with my experience. I am loving the LCD-4z. It is amazingly revealing, and close enough to neutral to serve as a reference, in my opinion. The presentation may be called warm, but all the detail is there. I am not missing anything, nor am I aware of any...

It's a combination of the bass, what our friend mightyKyn would call the MEAT, the overall relaxed "Audeze sound signature" of the 4z, and the look and feel of it. I set out to buy a new pair of headphones (anticipating a $600 or so budget) to be a secondary reference for music production. My...

After just an hour or two of breaking them in, the bass already sounds much tighter on these. Right out of the box, the bass could get a bit muddy or overpowered during some thumping dance tracks. I figured it would go away, but I didn't expect it to be gone so quickly :thumbsup:

I thought the Empyrean was fantastic, and competitive with the top-of-the-line Audeze models. I mostly listened using my humble but very capable RME Babyface, but I also checked out the Benchmark HPA4 and the Chord Hugo TT2. If I had the money for it, I'd probably get the TT2! That thing simply...

I decided to go with the LCD-4z, and just received mine! I have auditioned LCD-X, LCD-XC, LCD-2, LCD-3, LCD-4z, LCD-MX4, Arya, D8000, Empyrean, Ether 2, Ether Flow, ADX5000, HD800 S, Focal Clear, HE-1, HD650. It's been quite a ride, with a repeating pattern: 1) getting interested in a headphone...

Thanks for the impressions and pics guys. Man, this is such a tough call - everyone who hears the LCD-24 seems to love them, and it kills me I can't audition these. Having fallen in love with the deep and satisfying bass of the 4z, I will probably go with them. I would have to order the LCD-24...

This link seems to work: https://www.audeze.com/pages/reveal?_pos=1&_sid=109e44d0b&_ss=r Congrats on the 4z! Did you get the model with the newer mesh (as discussed a few pages ago?) Would love to see some pics :)

mixman, have you tried the LCD-MX4? It is touted as having a more neutral tuning than the 4z, possibly less of a dip, but it definitely has at least 95% of the bass of the 4z, in my experience. But the last time I compared the two, 4z didn't sound significantly darker or 'dippier' to me, and had...

Not an easy call, is it, mixman? We have to hear these things for ourselves... Wish I knew of a way to do that in Europe for the 24.

Thanks for posting these impressions! The question now becomes: can we give up this 'meat' :wink: I am assuming that term correlates with terms like "solid" or "speaker-like" sound, and a full and thumping bass? These are some of the things I love about the LCD-4z. But more resolution certainly...