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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic offers superior sound quality and a wider soundstage which make them excellent for an immersive music listening experience, but they are open-back and therefore not suitable for noisy environments as they'll let sound in and out. They are also less portable and have no mic, making them less ideal for calls or gaming. Conversely, the JBL Quantum 100, while not matching the Audeze's audio quality, features a closed-back design which is good for noise isolation and includes a boom mic that's highly rated for calls and gaming communication. They are also more lightweight and suitable for varied multimedia content at a more budget-friendly price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audeze LCD 2 Classic
- Excellent for music
- Very good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the JBL Quantum 100
- Very good for gaming
Key differences
Music
9.2
7.0
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is excellent for music, while the JBL Quantum 100 is good.
Gaming
7.3
8.5
The JBL Quantum 100 is very good for gaming, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good.
Phone Calls
4.8
5.5
The JBL Quantum 100 and Audeze LCD 2 Classic are both poor for phone calls, though the JBL Quantum 100 is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.7
4.5
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Quantum 100 is poor.
TV and Video
8.6
7.1
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is very good for TV and video, while the JBL Quantum 100 is good.
Noise Reduction
2.5
5.3
The JBL Quantum 100 and Audeze LCD 2 Classic are both poor for noise reduction, though the JBL Quantum 100 is somewhat better.
Cost
$799
$23
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has a price of $799 and the JBL Quantum 100 costs $23.
Build Quality
10.0
6.5
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has best in class build quality, while the JBL Quantum 100 has only fair build quality.
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How the Audeze LCD 2 Classic and the JBL Quantum 100 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audeze LCD 2 Classic | JBL Quantum 100 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $23 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audeze | JBL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2017 | May 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 9.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 5.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.3/10 | 8.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 4/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 635 Grams | 220 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Boom | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof 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."
JBL Quantum 100
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Wes Davis | July 2023
"I appreciate a functional piece of tech as much as I do gear on the bleeding edge, and the JBL Quantum 100 certainly falls in the former category. The sound is reasonably good, the built-in microphone is surprisingly reliable and it has a thoughtful design for the price. It lacks the convenience of Bluetooth, sure, but sometimes it’s nice not to have to worry about the finicky nature of wireless communication and go with good old hard-wired tech."
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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 JBL
JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
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