The LCD-5s is Audeze’s flagship planar magnetic headphone, designed to deliver mastering-grade precision with a more natural and lifelike frequency response than the original LCD-5. Incorporating a new driver design, SLAM acoustic management, and redesigned earpads, LCD-5s presents an expansive soundstage, powerful yet controlled bass, and exceptional long-term comfort.

Every element is engineered for realism and refinement, combining cutting-edge acoustic technology with premium handcrafted materials for listeners who demand absolute accuracy and luxury.

Key Features

New planar magnetic driver design for improved tonal realism and midrange precision
SLAM acoustic management for extended bass, impact, and openness
Nano-scale Parallel Uniforce diaphragm with ultra-low mass and high responsiveness
Redesigned earpads for improved seal, comfort, and reduced internal reflections
Fluxor magnet array and Fazor phase management for low distortion and spatial accuracy
Premium materials including carbon fiber, magnesium, genuine leather, and polished polymer acetate
Ultra high-purity OCC copper cable optimized for low resistance and low capacitance

Sound and Use Case

LCD-5s is built for professional mastering, critical listening, and reference-grade home systems. The combination of precise driver control and SLAM technology delivers a deeply layered soundstage with authoritative bass that remains tight and articulate. Midrange reproduction is exceptionally accurate, while the treble extends effortlessly without harshness, making LCD-5s suitable for long, focused listening sessions.

Technical Specifications

Style	Over-ear (circumaural), open-back
Transducer Type	Planar magnetic
Magnetic Structure	Fluxor magnet array
Phase Management	Fazor
Acoustic Management	SLAM
Magnet Type	Neodymium N50
Diaphragm Type	Nano-Scale Parallel Uniforce
Transducer Size	90 mm
Maximum SPL	>130 dB
Frequency Response	5 Hz to 50 kHz
Impedance	30 ohms
Total Harmonic Distortion	<0.1% @ 100 dB SPL
Sensitivity	90 dB/1 mW (Drum Reference Point)
Minimum Power Requirement	>100 mW
Recommended Power Level	>500 mW
Maximum Power Handling	5 W RMS
Weight	475 g
Shipping Weight	9 lbs
Package Dimensions	16 L x 14 H x 8 W in

What’s in the Box

LCD-5s headphone
4-pin XLR premium balanced cable
4-pin XLR to 6.3 mm TRS adapter
6.3 mm TRS to 3.5 mm adapter
Aluminum travel case

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