[younglee200]

I'd prioritize my upgrades as: Amp > DAC >>> Cables /interconnects
 
And even for the cables, you could save some money if you know how to DIY.

 

[JoelT]

While I can only speak for myself, I would address the amp/dac upgrade first if you can financially swing it. It will potentially make far more of a difference. Changing cables really just adds a bit of additional refinement to whatever setup you're running. 

 

[younglee200]

I owned the LCD2 rev2s for a few days that I got from a friend.  Unfortunately, there was connector /cable issues and I had to send it back for warranty.
 
The customer service there explained to me that the Fazor technology is meant to be an upgrade and that it would cost $250 dollars to get this "upgrade".  Apparently it was a new idea / technology that they just got from creating the LCD-Xs that they started implementing for the 2s and the 3s.  I'm hoping that means that it the 2 will sound a bit more like the Xs, but that's just an assumption of mine.
 
So then I just decided to return the rev2s I bought second-hand and to just purchase a new pair of LCD2s that now come with the Fazor technology, which will be coming in a few days.  
 
I'll post any immediate changes that I notice, but I was told that the difference would not be night and day.  

 

[White Lotus]

 
I'll post any immediate changes that I notice

 
Much appreciated
 
Some of us are agonizing a little!

 

[fenderf4i]

Did the impedance of the LCD-2's change at some point from 50 to 60 ohms? I see 50 mentioned a lot, but the specs on the Audeze site state 60.

 

[Megalomaniak]

  Some interesting comments about cables. I'm thinking of upgrading my setup gradually. What would be the best order to upgrade (I currently have the O2/ODAC combo). Maybe something like:
 
1) DAC
2) Amp
3) Cable
4) Interconnects?
 
Or cables first maybe?

 
My preferences are pretty much:
 
1) amp
2) dac
3) enjoy
4) cable if needed
 
I used the stock audeze cable, and upgraded to a handcrafted silver cable for 60€ with Neutrik connectors that sound simillar to all those jena / toxic and stuff cables. It improved the overall sound quality a bit and it made the background darker so the image and separation plus soundstage seems better.
 

 
It is rolled inside for the minimum distorsion, interferences and darker background

 

[haejuk]

Did the impedance of the LCD-2's change at some point from 50 to 60 ohms? I see 50 mentioned a lot, but the specs on the Audeze site state 60.

I am wondering the same thing.  Mine measure at 60 and are early Rev 2.  My best guess is that the driver change from Rev 1 to Rev 2 changed the impedance from 50 ohms to 60.  I base this on the fact that some of the reviews from when it first came out mention the 50 ohm figure (like the six moons review).

 

[PTom]

Does anyone else find the LCD 2 rev 2 with the O2/ODAC combo slightly harsh/strident for some tracks. I only listen to lossless files but certain albums sound a bit harsh, not as bad as the the Beyerdynamic T1 which I found rather more piercing and sibilant. I'm not sure if this is due to the recording or my setup. 
 
Especially Coldplay: Greatest Hits and Adele: Greatest Hit do not sound great with respect to the treble.

 

[Veetastic]

  Does anyone else find the LCD 2 rev 2 with the O2/ODAC combo slightly harsh/strident for some tracks. I only listen to lossless files but certain albums sound a bit harsh, not as bad as the the Beyerdynamic T1 which I found rather more piercing and sibilant. I'm not sure if this is due to the recording or my setup. 
 
Especially Coldplay: Greatest Hits and Adele: Greatest Hit do not sound great with respect to the treble.

 
Yeah I did find that was the case when I first listened to the LCD 2s through my O2/ODAC. However that was when I first purchased the headphones and have not bothered to listen to them through that setup yet. I will later today and will post my findings. 

 

[UNIFi]

I personally don't want the new "fazor" LCD2 to sound closer to the X, part of its charm was its darker and bassier sound, by becoming that much brighter we lose a very unique and interesting headphone sound signature - even if some things improve. If I wanted a bright can I'd get a HE6 or HD800. Just me 2c
 
If I get around to buying one of these, I'll be buying a second hand "rev 2" of it.

 

[Cavcalade]

I have auditioned the rev2 in early February and bought a pair of new LCD2 with Fazor in late March. Personally I can't really tell a difference. Maybe it's just me.
 
If I had the chance to campare the two right next to each other maybe it would be different, but I'm glad that I don't hear any. It's definitely not night and day.
 
Let's see what Tyll will tell us, when he's finished his review.

 

[PAM005]

  I personally don't want the new "fazor" LCD2 to sound closer to the X, part of its charm was its darker and bassier sound, by becoming that much brighter we lose a very unique and interesting headphone sound signature - even if some things improve. If I wanted a bright can I'd get a HE6 or HD800. Just me 2c
 
If I get around to buying one of these, I'll be buying a second hand "rev 2" of it.

I think your right, the charm of LCD-2 is darker and bassier sound, when LCD-2 does get to much high-frequencies (although being more realistic) - impact of slam dissapears! But I can only say this in comparason with my LCD-3 and LCD-XC. That's why i like my trio.... Each type has it's specific strenghts!

 

[White Lotus]

I hope the LCD-2.2 doesn't become a "budget" LCD-X!

 

[PAM005]

I think that counts for people having bought LCD-X !!!

 

[shultzee]

  I hope the LCD-2.2 doesn't become a "budget" LCD-X!

I loved the LCD2.2 so much that I ordered a LCD-X today.  The 2.2 got me hooked on the Audeze sound, now going to see if it can get better lol.   Only problem is I am going to have to sell my almost new 2.2   ;-(     .