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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value high sound quality for music and a wide open soundstage, the Audeze LCD 2 Classic would be the superior choice, particularly with its planar drivers delivering a detailed and expansive listening experience. However, these headphones are quite heavy, less portable, offer almost no sound isolation, and are notably more expensive. On the other hand, the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) provides a very good sound quality with the advantage of being more affordable, lighter, and having better noise isolation due to its closed-back design, making it more versatile for different environments and casual listening situations like travel. Neither of these options include a microphone or active noise cancelling, and both are wired, which is important to consider if you need these features or prefer the convenience of wireless connectivity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audeze LCD 2 Classic
- Excellent for music
- Good for gaming
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
- The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has no clear advantages over the Audeze LCD 2 Classic.
Key differences
Music
9.2
8.6
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is excellent for music, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good.
Gaming
7.3
6.5
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good for gaming, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair.
Phone Calls
4.8
3.8
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both poor for phone calls, though the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.7
5.9
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
6.0
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair for noise reduction, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is poor.
Cost
$799
$150
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has a price of $799 and the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) costs $150.
Build Quality
10.0
8.0
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has best in class build quality, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
TV and Video
8.6
8.2
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both very good for TV and video.
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How the Audeze LCD 2 Classic and the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Audeze LCD 2 Classic | Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $150 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audeze | Beyerdynamic | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2017 | January 1, 1985 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 9.3/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 3.9/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.3/10 | 6.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 4.5/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 6/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 635 Grams | 272.1 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
Dustproof Rating | |||
Dustproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Audeze LCD 2 Classic
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The Greatest Song
Greatest Song Team | August 2023
"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."
Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
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Sebastian Taboada | September 2022
"Altogether, when you consider its accessible price tag, the performance, the build, and its outstanding comfort, I think that the DT770 Pro is fantastic option for anyone looking for a closed-back headphone in the sub-$1,000 range, and I can confidently give it a strong recommendation."
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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.
About Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic is a German, family-owned, century-old, audio system manufacturer. They produce a wide array of professional-quality products such as microphones, aviation headsets, conference systems and headphones. The company has served as the main provider of audio equipment for German entertainment events like tours by the Beatles and Elton John and even government entities like the German Parliament.
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