[ianmedium]

Just to check, is the LCD-2 serial number found on the frequency response chart that comes with the LCD-2?

Yes, or on, in my case, the left hand plastic block as well.

 

[Windsor]

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Yes, or on, in my case, the left hand plastic block as well.

Thanks.
 
The serial number of the pair I have is 5698630 - any thoughts whether that's the old or new version?
 

 

[ktsai1283]

I purchased mine a month-and-a-half ago and I find the sound signature & presentation perfect for me.  I read tons of impressions of the LCD-2 for over a year before making my purchase and after 6 weeks or so I'm confident that I won't be putting mine up on the FS forums anytime soon, if ever.
 
However, I'm a little disappointed that there won't be a name change.  Even the Audez'e blog post states that there is a "substantial improvement in sound quality" and at the same time makes sure we understand that that statement is not an exaggeration.  This will definitely create some uncertainty in the used market, with people preferring one or the other having to contact Audez'e to confirm that a specific serial number has a specific revision of the driver.
 
Which brings up another interesting point.  When the LCD-2 experienced driver failures this past month or two, Audez'e said they couldn't really tell people whether their headphone was part of the bad batch based on serial number.  There was a good explanation for this on their blog, I believe, but I'm curious as to how they can be so sure now which ones have the new driver based on serial number alone, especially since my serial number is still higher than some of the newer ones (S/N: 569....), which could mean that the number assignment is random within a specific range.  A simple explanation could be that they just started to keep track of things better once they found out about the driver failures and implemented the revised drivers.
 
Regardless, I really like what Audez'e is doing overall when it comes to continuously improving their product, and if a revision like this doesn't warrant a new name (not even a "MK II"), I can't wait to see/hear what they do with the LCD-3!

 

[ktsai1283]

You should contact Audez'e regarding that, since I don't think the S/N increases with date of manufacture.
 
When did you purchase yours?  I got mine in mid-May and my S/N is 5698632.

 
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Thanks.
 
The serial number of the pair I have is 5698630 - any thoughts whether that's the old or new version?
 

 

 

[Windsor]

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You should contact Audez'e regarding that, since I don't think the S/N increases with date of manufacture.
 
When did you purchase yours?  I got mine in mid-May and my S/N is 5698632.
 

I have a loaner pair that I received on Thursday. 
 

 

[ianmedium]

You should contact Audez'e regarding that, since I don't think the S/N increases with date of manufacture.
 
When did you purchase yours?  I got mine in mid-May and my S/N is 5698632.

 


 

I was looking at the owners roll call last night and it seems the 569's are the older ones (my first pair started with that.) and the recent ones seem to be 531

 

[bluemonkeyflyer]

I agree that a new driver is a significant change and deserves its own model designation.  I disagree, however, that Audeze owes anything to prior LCD2 owners except the one-month return policy and excellent customer service.  
 
Another example:  I bought a B&W Zeppelin just three months before the Zeppelin Air was released. B&W provided no information or hints that they were working on this improved model. The Zeppelin Air sports more advanced DSP, DAC, amps, and wireless streaming connectivity...for the same $600 price I paid for the "older" model.  This newer model I have not yet heard does not make me enjoy my Zeppelin any less.  
 
As consumers, we research the products we're interested in buying and make our decision to buy at that price:feature set and at that point in time (or not).  I bought the LCD2 three months ago and love it.  I have bilateral tinnitus and must EQ the higher freqs to suit my ears.  A driver with improved upper range could be a "game changer" for me.  Would I have waited 3 months for the newer driver had I known it was coming?   Of course!   I don't enjoy my LCD2's any less, though. 
 
I don't understand anyone who thinks Audeze owes them free cable, pads, headband, and/or driver upgrades whenever they are released.  I am impressed that Audeze has continually invested in R&D to improve their products but the price of their headphone has not increased.  
 
If reviews describe significant SQ improvements in the upper range, I may decide to buy the new and improved model; or something else; or wait for the LCD3. Until then, I will continue to thoroughly enjoy my LCD2 "Classic".
 
 

 

[Windsor]

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I was looking at the owners roll call last night and it seems the 569's are the older ones (my first pair started with that.) and the recent ones seem to be 531

Thanks for that.

 

[daveathall]

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I agree that a new driver is a significant change and deserves its own model designation.  I disagree, however, that Audeze owes anything to prior LCD2 owners except the one-month return policy and excellent customer service.  
 
Another example:  I bought a B&W Zeppelin just three months before the Zeppelin Air was released. B&W provided no information or hints that they were working on this improved model. The Zeppelin Air sports more advanced DSP, DAC, amps, and wireless streaming connectivity...for the same $600 price I paid for the "older" model.  This newer model I have not yet heard does not make me enjoy my Zeppelin any less.  
 
As consumers, we research the products we're interested in buying and make our decision to buy at that price:feature set and at that point in time (or not).  I bought the LCD2 three months ago and love it.  I have bilateral tinnitus and must EQ the higher freqs to suit my ears.  A driver with improved upper range could be a "game changer" for me.  Would I have waited 3 months for the newer driver had I known it was coming?   Of course!   I don't enjoy my LCD2's any less, though. 
 
I don't understand anyone who thinks Audeze owes them free cable, pads, headband, and/or driver upgrades whenever they are released.  I am impressed that Audeze has continually invested in R&D to improve their products but the price of their headphone has not increased.  
 
If reviews describe significant SQ improvements in the upper range, I may decide to buy the new and improved model; or something else; or wait for the LCD3. Until then, I will continue to thoroughly enjoy my LCD2 "Classic".
 
 

Great post.
 

 

[sphinxvc]

I'm optimistic, but also a little skeptical about the revision.  It seems a little too good to be true, apparently've they fixed all the issues and compromised none of the previous strengths.

 

[kwkarth]

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Maybe your recent pair is not recent enough. The measurements show a clear difference.

I'm sure you're right.  My recent pair was, I think, May production.
 
 

 

[adydula]

Hello,
I have had my LCD2's for a week now and the serial number is 5312638. I sent a email to Audeze and Sankar replied very quickly and told me that I have the new drivers.
The leather pads are the new ones as well.
They fit over my ears, average size head, and seal very nicely.
They are heavy, but I can listen for long periods and never feel like I want to take them off.
I find I dont want to stop listening and re-discovering the nuances in my music collection.
 
I had a set of AKG702's and after  two days sold them.
 
They are indeed just a wonderful, musical, sounding set of headphones.
 
Amping with a DIY Cavalli SOHAii tube amp, and with a Schitt ASGARD. and a AVA Insight+ Pre-Amp.
 
Alex

 

[WarriorAnt]

My serial number is 5312331 replaced in Mid may.  Sent an email no reply yet.  

 

[Dreaming Of A Better ...]

i've sent an email as well since my s/n begins with 531.

 

[bcg27]

Odd that they don't want to call this a new headphone. Since the originals they have changed the pads, grills, cable, headband blocks, wood, and now drivers. Almost nothing from the original cans remain!