[phthora]

Thanks for the reply. This is the new braided rubber cable with no L/R marks on the connectors. I've been wiggling it but sometimes it just pops out. It was a bit worrying because it feels like its much harder to remove them than it should be.

I've been dealing with that issue since November with the new braided cable on my LCD-2s. The good news is that is hasn't caused any connection problems or gotten worse. Nothing seems to be getting snagged or bent by pulling it out. Just a tighter fit. The bad news is that it hasn't gotten any better.

I wouldn't wiggle it, personally. Those jacks are not made for lateral stress.

 

[joed83]

ZMF pads are legit. Fair pricing as well.

I hope so! Price is better but ive ordered the Auteur ones by accident so hope they will work well withe the lcd2s

 

[greenkiwi]

I've found that th catch on the xlr connector sometimes doesn’t depress enough. It seemed to get better after using it for a while.

 

[Nautrachkfriend]

I can't help but notice the entire LCD collection on the Audeze website, (LCD-2 non C included) are all sporting the new suspension headbands now.

Looks like Audeze is completely ditching the traditional headbands after many many years of us complaining about comfort.

Who can forget the pot metal and cheap foam of the first revision LCD-2?

 

[frogmeat69]

Sure would be nice to get a discount on those like they do for the cipher cable and spiral tips, I could use 2 of those...... Or just send me a couple for free, lol.

 

[Audiofiend1]

How is the O2 DAC and Amp combo for these cans? Can anyone talk from experience?

 

[DavidA]

How is the O2 DAC and Amp combo for these cans? Can anyone talk from experience?

Had this combo for about a month back a few years ago and it was not to my liking. The ODAC/O2 was lean and a bit dry with the LCD-2f, liked the headphone output of my UD-301 much better since the sound was fuller, bass had a touch more impact/slam and highs were slightly smoother to me.

 

[JonPro]

I've found that th catch on the xlr connector sometimes doesn’t depress enough. It seemed to get better after using it for a while.

After a few days of unplugging them and putting them back in the case they seem to be breaking in a bit better. Its not quite as difficult to remove it. Still need to wiggle it sometimes though.

 

[SRKRAM]

I can't help but notice the entire LCD collection on the Audeze website, (LCD-2 non C included) are all sporting the new suspension headbands now.

Looks like Audeze is completely ditching the traditional headbands after many many years of us complaining about comfort.

Who can forget the pot metal and cheap foam of the first revision LCD-2?

This is a good move. The suspension headband looks more simple, and cheaper to manufacture as well (which is probably why they introduced it with the LCD-2C). I didn't see it mentioned on other models, but on the LCD-X it says that it's leather, rather than 'leather free' on the 2C.

 

[muffins]

It doesn't look like Audeze is offering different types of wood for the LCD-2. Is this a recent development or is bamboo going to be the only wood option from now on? That would be a shame because IMO the bamboo pales in comparison to most other woods

 

[phthora]

It doesn't look like Audeze is offering different types of wood for the LCD-2. Is this a recent development or is bamboo going to be the only wood option from now on? That would be a shame because IMO the bamboo pales in comparison to most other woods

That is a shame. Although, personally, I think the best wood choice is aluminum.

 

[muffins]

I guess it's a matter of preference. Personally, of all the woods I've seen the LCD-2 come in Shedua is my favorite. Thankfully, that's the kind I own

 

[gLer]

That is a shame. Although, personally, I think the best wood choice is aluminum.

+1 (although I do quite like Zebrano, but you’ll need an LCD-3 for that...)

 

[Audiofiend1]

Received my LCD 2 today (pre Fazor) been listening for the last few hours and the words lush and dark keeps popping into my mind. I have embraced the darkness and it feels good The lows, sub bass are really exceptional i have to admit. I am also amazed at the speed that these process they just seem to effortlessly animate the music in the most tasteful way. Can anyone recommend a good balanced cable for these bad boys?

 

[Audiofiend1]

busy looking at these cables, anyone using them or have any other suggestions? https://www.etsy.com/listing/570128...mXI6oLrEA6_lOnvfC0jl89QMdsKd608hoCJxYQAvD_BwE