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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a more affordable option, the 1More Triple Driver earbuds may suit you; they are significantly less expensive and come with a microphone, making them good for on-the-go calls. However, if you prefer a premium audio experience and don't mind spending more, the Audeze LCD 2 Classic headphones would be your choice. They provide superior sound quality and are especially good for home use since their open-back design offers a more immersive soundstage but also means they leak sound and don’t isolate noise as well. Keep in mind, the Audeze headphones are much heavier and may benefit from the use of a dedicated amplifier for optimal performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 1More Triple Driver
Very good for gaming
Advantages of the Audeze LCD 2 Classic
Excellent for music
Very good for TV and video
Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
7.9/10
9.2/10
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is excellent for music, while the 1More Triple Driver is good.
Gaming
8.5/10
7.3/10
The 1More Triple Driver is very good for gaming, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.0/10
7.7/10
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 1More Triple Driver is poor.
TV and Video
7.8/10
8.6/10
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is very good for TV and video, while the 1More Triple Driver is good.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
2.5/10
The 1More Triple Driver is only fair for noise reduction, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is poor.
Cost
$55
$799
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The 1More Triple Driver has a price of $55 and the Audeze LCD 2 Classic costs $799.
Build Quality
8.3/10
10.0/10
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has best in class build quality, while the 1More Triple Driver has very good build quality.
"For under $99 USD this has a good sound that, when paired with the build quality and design, makes for a solid pair of everyday buds. Should you get them? If you’re tired of buying cheap earbuds and want to treat yourself to something a little nicer, I say go for it."
"These headphones outdo rival planar magnetic headphones, especially in terms of dynamics. Compared to the Hifiman Ananda or the Hifiman Edition XS there is noticeably more slam in the sound, particularly in the bass. The LCD-2C gives you a fantastic sense of quiet dynamics with crystalline precision. This is evident also in our clinical tests, where it’s just easier to understand spoken text at very low volumes."
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About 1More
Music lovers, young or old, frugal or affluent, deserve to hear music as it was meant to be heard, as the artist intended it to be heard. Everyone deserves to hear more. That’s how 1More, a China based company, describes their mission. Their products are all tuned by Luca Bignardi, a sound engineer who’s worked side by side with artists such as Eros Ramazzotti, Laura Pausini and Andrea Bocelli, in an effort to offer premium quality audio devices at midrange prices.
About Audeze
Audeze is an, award-winning, American premium headphone manufacturer based in California. Founded in 2008, their products are developed around aerospace materials technology first used by NASA and are widely used by enthusiasts and professionals alike, not only in the fields of music and sound engineering but also in e-sports and the health industry.
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