Audeze LCD-S20

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Audeze LCD-S20

Audeze

LCD-S20

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 616224
Brand: Audeze
Model: LCD-S20
Price: $680.90

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The LCD-S20 delivers a truly unique listening experience, blending electrostatic clarity with impactful bass. These are a fantastic choice for producers, mixing engineers, or anyone wanting powerful, isolated monitoring—just be prepared for the weight and the need for a good amp to really shine.

Product Description

  • Audeze LCD-S20
  • Headphones
  • Wired headphones
  • Over-ear
  • Closed-back
  • Electrostatic
  • Frequency response: 10 - 40.000 Hz
  • Imepdance: 18 Ohm
  • Max. sound pressure level: >120 dB
  • Driver size: 90 mm
  • SLAM driver technology for the most tactile bass reproduction and holographic spatial imaging
  • Distortion factor: <0.1 % @ 100 dB
  • Faux leather ear cushions
  • Single-sided cable routing
  • Removable cable
  • Cable length: 2.5 mm
  • Connector: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Weight: 550 g
  • Colour: Silver/Grey
  • Includes adapter 6.3 mm to 3.5 mm stereo mini jack
PROS
  • • Exceptional bass extension and tactile feel via SLAM drivers
  • • Closed-back design provides excellent isolation for studio work
  • • Comfortable faux leather earcups for extended listening sessions
  • • Robust build quality with removable cable for easy maintenance
CONS
  • • High weight (550g) can cause fatigue during long listening periods
  • • Low impedance requires a decent headphone amplifier for optimal performance
  • • Closed-back design limits airiness and natural soundstage compared to open-backs

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Key Features

Type Closed-back Electrostatic Headphones
Driver Size 90 mm
Impedance 18 Ohm
Frequency Range 10 - 40.000 Hz
Sensitivity >120 dB
Cable 2.5 m Single-sided Removable Cable with 6.3 mm Connector
Weight 550 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The LCD-X offers a more open and airy soundstage, while the S20 prioritizes bass impact and isolation, making it more suitable for studio environments.
While they'll technically work with a portable device, a dedicated amp will unlock their full potential, providing sufficient power and improved dynamics.
Yes, the earcups are replaceable, though finding third-party options can be limited; Audeze themselves offer replacements, but they're premium-priced.

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