[Alchemist007]

Not sure about that, it was on my Refereance Rig, in comparison to the HD800 and LCD-3f, always a possibility though.

 
You don't hear the same grain in the same places in the HD800 as the LCD-3?

 

[Articnoise]

If we are only talking about grain, HD800 will have less than all Audeze I have heard. I have not heard the LCD-4. I do prefer the sound from LCD 3 regardless if it has a bit more grain.

 

Less grain HD800 < LCD-3F (2016) <LCD-3F (2014) More grain

 

IMO

 

[Wildcatsare1]

You don't hear the same grain in the same places in the HD800 as the LCD-3?

My apologies for the confusion, I found the LCD-X to be grainier than the 3f.

 

[ChavaC]

Just got a used pair of LCD-3f's yesterday, my first full-size in a while and first Audeze since a LCD-2r1 I sold about 5 years ago. Definitely not as dark or intimate as that pair. Putting them on the first thing I noticed was how much the pads have changed (these being the brown leather), with them being super comfy but also compressing/losing most of that built-in angle. I'm planning on buying a new set of pads if I hold onto them, but I'm wondering if the black leather (the website indicates they are less-supple...), or maybe the microsuede, are better at holding that angled shape? Seems like finding the old LCD-2 pads isn't really possible anymore.

 

[Badas]

Ahhhhh!

It doesn't get much better. Friday night.
Using Auralic Vega DAC, Woo WA22 with NOS tubes, LCD-3 and a new Chesky CD.
I haven't used the LCD-3 for months. Kinda missed it. Really enjoying tonight. This is such a great combo.

My LCD-3 is the classic non fazor version. Such a beaut mid-range.

 

[Articnoise]

  Just got a used pair of LCD-3f's yesterday, my first full-size in a while and first Audeze since a LCD-2r1 I sold about 5 years ago. Definitely not as dark or intimate as that pair. Putting them on the first thing I noticed was how much the pads have changed (these being the brown leather), with them being super comfy but also compressing/losing most of that built-in angle. I'm planning on buying a new set of pads if I hold onto them, but I'm wondering if the black leather (the website indicates they are less-supple...), or maybe the microsuede, are better at holding that angled shape? Seems like finding the old LCD-2 pads isn't really possible anymore.

 

The micro suede pads are actually a bit softer and less firm than the leather pads.

 

New, unused leather pads are firmer than old unused leather ones. 

 

[headfirocks]

Has anyone found an SET amp that pairs really well with the LCD-3? I'm planning on trying the Auralic Taurus Mk2 since it is supposed to be an excellent match but I was hoping to find an SET for this duty.

 

[Bigsecret]

Has anyone found an SET amp that pairs really well with the LCD-3? I'm planning on trying the Auralic Taurus Mk2 since it is supposed to be an excellent match but I was hoping to find an SET for this duty.

I've been enjoying my LCD3s on DNA Stratus. Be prepared to invest in tubes to determine what sounds best to you.

 

[headfirocks]

I wish I could find a used Stratus.  Maybe the Auralic is a good choice for the meantime.

 

[sirumcz]

Rag sounds so good with lcd-3, spacious and transparent.

 

[Wildcatsare1]

I wish I could find a used Stratus.  Maybe the Auralic is a good choice for the meantime.

Had the Auralic and it was an excellent match for my 3f,m2016 Drivers, but ended up preferring the MicroZOTL 2 from Linear Tube Audio. Also, have the iFi iCan Pro in for review, I've been very pleseantly surprised at how great it sounds. I expected versatility, but not sonics at this level.

 

[Mystel]

  Rag sounds so good with lcd-3, spacious and transparent.

Agreed. Liquid smooth too

 

[Limu Shirin]

Hi Fellas, could anybody give me a brief and fair comparison betwwn PM-1s and LCD-3s?
I'm on the lookout for a nice pair of phones, but have no chance to audition. I also Bugged the
guys at ETHER thread to be honest. So please help...

 

[headfirocks]

I'm borrowing the Auralic amp now and it's a bit dry so far.

 

[Badas]

I'm borrowing the Auralic amp now and it's a bit dry so far.

Auralic Taurus is neutral. If you want a warmer sound you are more likely going to get it from a DAC change rather than a amp.
 
Violectric V281 is slightly warm of neutral amp. Sounds fantastic with the LCD-3 also.