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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic offers an exceptional audiophile experience with deep bass, clear mids, and crisp highs, ideal for critical listening in a quiet environment, but they are heavy and may not be comfortable for long periods. They don't have a microphone, so they're not suitable for calls. The Rode NTH-100M, while less expensive, also delivers good sound quality and includes a microphone, making them versatile for gaming, calls, and general use. They have a lighter and possibly more comfortable build for extended wear. If budget is a concern and you want a more all-purpose headphone, the Rode NTH-100M may be a better choice, but if you are seeking the highest sound quality and are willing to spend more, then the Audeze LCD 2 Classic could be the way to go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Audeze LCD 2 Classic
- Excellent for music
- Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Rode NTH-100M
- Best in class for phone calls
- Very good for gaming
Key differences
Music
9.2
8.2
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is excellent for music, while the Rode NTH-100M is very good.
Gaming
7.3
8.9
The Rode NTH-100M is very good for gaming, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is good.
Phone Calls
4.8
9.5
The Rode NTH-100M is best in class for phone calls, while the Audeze LCD 2 Classic is poor.
TV and Video
8.6
7.7
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic is very good for TV and video, while the Rode NTH-100M is good.
Noise Reduction
2.5
5.3
The Rode NTH-100M and Audeze LCD 2 Classic are both poor for noise reduction, though the Rode NTH-100M is somewhat better.
Cost
$799
$189
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has a price of $799 and the Rode NTH-100M costs $189.
Build Quality
10.0
8.5
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic has best in class build quality, while the Rode NTH-100M has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Podcasts and Audiobooks
7.7
7.6
The Audeze LCD 2 Classic and Rode NTH-100M are both good for podcasts and audiobooks.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Audeze LCD 2 Classic | Rode NTH-100M |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $189 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Audeze | Rode | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2017 | January 1, 2023 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 9.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.9/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.3/10 | 9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.4/10 | 4.2/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 10/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 10/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 635 Grams | 349.2 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."
Rode NTH-100M
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Kizito Katawonga | March 2023
"The NTH-100M is a closed-back headset aimed at professional audiophiles—streamers, podcasters and content creators included—looking for masterful audio and a detachable 'broadcast-grade' microphone."
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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 Rode
Rode is an Australian audio equipment manufacturer. Rode was founded in 1967 as Freedman Electronics, transitioning into its modern brand in 1990, and it’s mainly known for their high-end microphones and audio production equipment. In 2022 they entered into the headphone market with their NTH-100 closed back headphone which was received with very good reviews from the community.
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