Audeze LCD LCD-MX4
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About AUDEZE LCD-MX4Take the Room out of the EquationOur Most Precise and Efficient Professional HeadphoneThe LCD-MX4 melds technological advances from our Flagship Series with the reliable, accurate driver design of our famous LCD-X to offer incredible detail and sensitivity for studio or home listening.Taking the Environment out of the EquationThe incredibly controlled bass and remarkably low distortion of the LCD-MX4 allow it to perform like a high-end speaker system, without the need for large, expensive room treatments. When used with Audeze Reveal+ to create an AI-generated map of your own hearing, the LCD-MX4 puts you inside renowned studios, letting you work consistently and efficiently from anywhere.Precision to Hear Every DetailThe LCD-MX4 lets you mix and master with the precision relied on by the world's top engineers. The sensitive drivers react to the most minute changes and offer a room-like bloom, letting you perfectly position and sculpt every element with confidence. You can trust your work on the MX4s to translate across a variety of platforms and devices.Cutting-Edge Driver TechnologyLCD-MX4 features our patented Double Fluxor Magnetic Array to achieve a flux density of 1.5 Tesla, the most powerful magnetic circuit ever in a headphone. We partner this with our patented Uniforce voice coil so the drivers deliver precise detail and accurate bass response. These breakthrough technologies also help make the MX4 our most efficient LCD model, so you can pair them with any interface, console, or recording device.Advanced Materials for ComfortLCD-MX4 is built on a lightweight magnesium chassis designed with feedback from professional engineers. The carbon fiber suspension headband and premium earpads offer excellent support and comfort, which paired with the MX4's neutral tuning and low distortion, help prevent listening fatigue so those late-night sessions never have to end.AUDEZE LCD-MX4 FeaturesDesigned for the discerning professional, to reveal every critical detail in their mixesOur strongest magnetic array delivers precise and accurately controlled bassOur most sensitive LCD headphone, effortless to drive from most devicesLightweight magnesium and carbon fiber chassis for comfort over long sessionsWarranty InformationThis product has a limited warranty of 36 months.https://www.audeze.com/ - - Join VIP PROEarn 2X Points + Exclusive Perks!Sell or Trade your GearGet started in 3 easy stepsKey FeaturesExperience unparalleled audio clarity with AUDEZE LCD-MX4 Planar Magnetic Headphones.Immerse yourself in studio-quality sound, perfect for critical listening and mixing sessions.Enjoy extended comfort during long creative endeavors with luxurious leather earcups.Discover every nuance of your music thanks to the advanced open-back design.Connect effortlessly with the included adapter, ensuring versatile compatibility with your gear.Invest in premium audio engineering for a truly exceptional sound reproduction experience.What's in the box:AUDEZE LCD-MX4 Open-Back Over-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones (Leather Earcups)Single-Ended 1/4'' to Dual 4-Pin Mini-XLR Cable1/4" to 3.5mm AdapterTravel CaseUser ManualAUDEZE 3 Year Limited Warranty
- Experience unparalleled audio clarity with AUDEZE LCD-MX4 Planar Magnetic Headphones.
- Immerse yourself in studio-quality sound, perfect for critical listening and mixing sessions.
- Enjoy extended comfort during long creative endeavors with luxurious leather earcups.
- Discover every nuance of your music thanks to the advanced open-back design.
- Connect effortlessly with the included adapter, ensuring versatile compatibility with your gear.
- Invest in premium audio engineering for a truly exceptional sound reproduction experience.
The 30-Second Version
The Audeze LCD-MX4 delivers studio-monitor precision in headphone form, but the punishing 575g weight and $3K price make it a terrible choice for anyone who isn't a professional audio engineer.
Overview
The Audeze LCD-MX4 is a planar magnetic anomaly built for one job: replacing an acoustically treated mixing room with a headphone. It does that shockingly well, delivering the kind of controlled bass and distortion-free detail you'd expect from five-figure studio monitors. But here's the thing no spec sheet prepares you for. At 575 grams, these things are a workout for your neck, and the comfort score is literally one of the worst we've ever recorded. This is a tool, not a toy, and unless you're charging by the hour for mixdowns, you'll probably hate wearing them.
Performance
What surprised us most is how effectively the bass behaves like a physical room. There's no bloom, no overhang, just this tight, articulate low end that lets you judge kick and bass placement with absolute certainty. It's the lowest distortion we've measured in a headphone this year, and it reveals sloppy production without mercy. The downside? That same ruthlessness makes poorly mastered tracks sound broken, and the weight means you'll be painfully aware you're wearing headphones after about 45 minutes. Build quality is solid, not luxurious, and the thick leather pads somehow make things worse by trapping heat.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Best-in-class detail retrieval for studio work 99th
- Unreal bass control with near-zero distortion 77th
- Reveals mix flaws you'll miss on monitors
- Efficient enough for most audio interfaces without a dedicated amp
Cons
- 575g weight makes long sessions miserable 6th
- Eye-watering $2,995 price tag 7th
- Wired only, zero modern features 16th
- Comfort is abysmal by any standard 31th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Weight | 0.6 kg / 1.3 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | Leather |
| Headband | carbon fiber |
Audio
| Driver Type | Planar Magnetic |
| Driver Size | 106 |
| Freq Min | 10 |
| Freq Max | 50000 |
| Impedance | 20 |
| Sensitivity | 105 |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 6.35mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 1.9 |
Features
| App | Audeze Reveal+ |
Value & Pricing
If you're a professional mix engineer who needs a portable reference, three grand is a steal compared to room treatment and high-end monitors. For absolutely everyone else, it's an absurd waste of money. You'll get far more musical enjoyment from headphones costing a tenth as much, and they won't leave you with a stiff neck.
vs Competition
The Sennheiser HD 800 S offers a wider, more natural soundstage at half the weight and a lower price, making it a better all-rounder for critical listening sessions. The Audeze LCD-X, at roughly half the cost, gives you that same planar slam with a warmer, more forgiving tonality for music enjoyment. The MX4 is the surgical instrument: it's the one you pick when translation across systems matters more than your listening comfort.
| Spec | Audeze LCD LCD-MX4 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | JBL Live 770NC | Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT ATH-S300BT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | Planar Magnetic | Dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 106 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 20 | 470 | - | 314 | 32 | 45 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 30 | 65 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audeze LCD LCD-MX4 | 30.8 | 15.7 | 77.1 | 99 | 44.3 | 6.2 | 53.9 | 7.3 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Compare | 97.7 | 85.1 | 77.1 | 97.6 | 89.3 | 79.5 | 99 | 79 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.7 | 99.4 | 95.9 | 99.4 | 72.7 | 50.8 | 97.5 | 98.8 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 97.7 | 85.1 | 77.1 | 95.1 | 72.7 | 50.8 | 99 | 98.8 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.7 | 78.6 | 97.3 | 85.1 | 91.7 | 50.8 | 100 | 98.8 |
| Audio-Technica ATH-S300BT ATH-S300BT Compare | 92.5 | 78.6 | 77.1 | 85.1 | 97.2 | 50.8 | 99.8 | 98.8 |
Common Questions
Q: Can I use these for casual music listening?
Bad idea. They're so analytical they'll rip apart compressed tracks and make you hate your favorite albums. Get the LCD-X or a good dynamic headphone instead.
Q: Do they really need a headphone amp?
Not strictly. With 20Ω impedance and 105dB sensitivity, most audio interfaces will drive them. But a clean amp does wake up the finest details, so treat yourself if you're already spending this much.
Q: Are they any good for gaming?
Absolutely not. The imaging is designed for mix placement, not spatial awareness in games, and the weight will have you reaching for ibuprofen before the first match ends.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for a daily driver to enjoy music, these are a royal pain. The weight alone disqualifies them for pleasure. Go grab a Sennheiser HD 660S2 or a HiFiMan Edition XS instead, you'll actually smile while listening.
Verdict
Buy the LCD-MX4 if and only if you're a mixing or mastering engineer who works in untreated rooms and demands the absolute truth from a headphone. These aren't for casual listening, gaming, or showing off at a coffee shop. They're heavy, unforgiving, and brilliant at their specific task. If that doesn't sound like your life, take your $3,000 somewhere else.
