[Pingfloid]

The leather of my Audeze LCD-2 is starting to peel off. I bought them about one year ago, I have not used them too much, and I have always kept them closed inside the plastic box.
 
This is very disappointing. It is a very expensive equipment that now looks very cheap, and I am currently not in a condition to spend $80 + shipping on new pads. Cheaper brands last longer than this!

 

 

[Pingfloid]

This is an absolute disaster. It keeps spreading like a disease

 
 

 

[Thenewguy007]

Cheap pleather!
 
You should have seen my Audio Technica M50's. The headband was ruined, even though i used it lightly & never abused it.

 

[tamleo]

Hello,
My pads are peeling too So  I plan on buying a new pair on X-mas occasion. Can anyone tell me if Audeze improved the quality of the pads? Or a better substitute 3rd brand of pads for LCD headphones.
Thank in advance,

 

[brocrusher]

Does any one know an alternative to the leather conditioner that Audeze sells?

 

[chimney189]

These photos are terrifying :O

 

[Pingfloid]

Continuation of the nightmare.

I bought new original expensive earpads and now they are rotten again.

Unfortunately, I cannot find cheap alternatives. Anyone knows if they are available? Most headphones seem to have non-official earpads but I cannot find them for this model.

I have only used them for a few days at home, non-sweating - non smoking - air conditioned environment.

Last time I used them (about 4 months ago) they were in perfect condition. Today I open the case and I've got a nasty surprise when I see them.

It's hot here in Thailand, but I've always keep them at the original box when not using them.

This headphones are a ruin!!!

Is this happening only to me?

 

[tamleo]

Continuation of the nightmare.

I bought new original expensive earpads and now they are rotten again.

Unfortunately, I cannot find cheap alternatives. Anyone knows if they are available? Most headphones seem to have non-official earpads but I cannot find them for this model.

I have only used them for a few days at home, non-sweating - non smoking - air conditioned environment.

Last time I used them (about 4 months ago) they were in perfect condition. Today I open the case and I've got a nasty surprise when I see them.

It's hot here in Thailand, but I've always keep them at the original box when not using them.

This headphones are a ruin!!!

Is this happening only to me?

Looks exactly like mine. Though loving Audeze sound i have to say it has the worst cosmetic quality among headphones i have owned. Peeling leather earpads, peeling metallic yoke, 3 broken stock flat cables..all things I had to buy new again many times plus shipping to my country fee,,I recommend you to mail to Audeze to buy the new earpads. Now they are made from fake leather instead of low-quality real leather like in the past..

 

[BattousaiX26]

Mine is currently peeling off too. Anyone knows if Audeze have improved the quality of their handband now?

 

[tamleo]

Mine is currently peeling off too. Anyone knows if Audeze have improved the quality of their handband now?

I bought a new pair of pads in Jan. They were not made of real leather anymore. But I love them. The new pads are softer and will not peel off like the old "Italy leather" pads. Dont know about the new headband, sorry

 

[BattousaiX26]

I bought a new pair of pads in Jan. They were not made of real leather anymore. But I love them. The new pads are softer and will not peel off like the old "Italy leather" pads. Dont know about the new headband, sorry

Nope sorry I mean earpads,my mistake. Are the earpads easy to replace and can you post a picture of their new earpads? BTW thanks for answering me

 

[Pingfloid]

For your information:

I have found a cheaper alternative to replace the Audeze LCD-2 disgustingly rotten earpads: on Ali Express, CP Yang Store, for $13 only

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000523241699.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.1f0f4c4dChQ3Xq

Material: Protein Leather /sheepskin
Suitable For Monoprice Monolith M1060 AUDEZE LCD2 LCD3 LCD4 FOSTEX TH900 NHH-1

It took 25 days until they were shipped (perhaps they build them on demand) and arrived from Singapore to Bangkok in 9 days. But it was really worth the wait.

The only observation is that they do not come with the circle of double-side tape, but that is an easy DIY fix

They are really worth, unless you are someone who can throw money away

 

[BattousaiX26]

For your information:

I have found a cheaper alternative to replace the Audeze LCD-2 disgustingly rotten earpads: on Ali Express, CP Yang Store, for $13 only

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000523241699.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.1f0f4c4dChQ3Xq

Material: Protein Leather /sheepskin
Suitable For Monoprice Monolith M1060 AUDEZE LCD2 LCD3 LCD4 FOSTEX TH900 NHH-1

It took 25 days until they were shipped (perhaps they build them on demand) and arrived from Singapore to Bangkok in 9 days. But it was really worth the wait.

The only observation is that they do not come with the circle of double-side tape, but that is an easy DIY fix

They are really worth, unless you are someone who can throw money away

Thanks for sharing this. I have replaced mine with the new revision of audeze. If this pair will end up like before then I will definitely try the one you recommended.