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Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green — Planar magnetic
Audeze

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green

Planar magnetic

92
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green wins by 2
Audeze LCD-2 Classic — Planar magnetic
Audeze

Audeze LCD-2 Classic

Planar magnetic

90
/ 100
From $799
Specdex verdict

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green lands at 92 and Audeze LCD-2 Classic at 90. That puts Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal

Pick Audeze LCD-2 Classic if…

  • ✓Reference-level detail
  • ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • ✓Long-term ownership appeal
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green

Tuning, detail, and staging

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green leads on sound (92 vs 90).

Noise cancelling

Tie

ANC strength for commute and travel

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Comfort

Tie

Long-session wearability

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Audeze LCD-2 Classic

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Audeze LCD-2 Classic more score per dollar ($799 vs $1,199).

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green 92
vs
90 Audeze LCD-2 Classic

Score breakdown

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green
92
anc 0
sound 92
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Audeze LCD-2 Classic
90
anc 0
sound 90
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50

Specs side-by-side

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green versus Audeze LCD-2 Classic — full spec comparison
Spec Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green Audeze LCD-2 Classic
Type
Planar magnetic
Planar magnetic

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

Audeze LCD-2 Classic

Pros
  • +Reference-level detail
  • +Well-regarded in audiophile community
  • +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
  • −Requires amplifier (most)
  • −No active noise cancellation
  • −Impractical for commuting

FAQ: Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green vs Audeze LCD-2 Classic

Which is better, Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green or Audeze LCD-2 Classic? +

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green worth the price? +

At $1,199, Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in battery.

Is Audeze LCD-2 Classic worth the price? +

At $799, Audeze LCD-2 Classic delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.

Does Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green or Audeze LCD-2 Classic last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for sound quality, Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green or Audeze LCD-2 Classic? +

Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green — leads on sound (92 vs 90). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is the better value, Audeze LCD-X · Moss Green or Audeze LCD-2 Classic? +

Audeze LCD-2 Classic — more score per dollar ($799 vs $1,199). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.