Audeze - MM-Series - MM-500
Jun 3, 2022 at 2:34 AM Post #16 of 379

Specifications​

StyleOver-ear, open-back
Housing MaterialPrecision-milled aluminum
Transducer typePlanar Magnetic
Magnetic structureFluxor™ magnet array
Phase managementFazor™
Magnet typeNeodymium N50
Diaphragm typeUltra-Thin Uniforce™
Transducer size90 mm
Maximum power handling10W RMS
Maximum SPL>130dB
Frequency response5Hz – 50kHz
THD<0.1% @ 100dB, 1kHz
Impedance18 ohms
Sensitivity100 dB/1mW (at Drum Reference Point)
Recommended power level>250mW
Weight495g
 

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Jun 3, 2022 at 5:13 AM Post #18 of 379
looked at their website and quite surprised at all the sold out stock
 
Jun 3, 2022 at 8:36 AM Post #19 of 379
Great move by Audeze to start modernising their chassis across the range. That plus the updated tuning makes them a better competitor to the likes of Hifiman. I’d go with Audeze every time for their build quality and better warranty and customer service. Hopefully makes everyone else up their game.

Can’t wait to see the graphs compared to the LCD5
 
Jun 3, 2022 at 9:15 AM Post #20 of 379
Jesus look at the power handling on this thing.... 10W?? You could use this as a tweeter / mid for a speaker!

I am so glad they kept the price at $1699. This headphone, with EQ, will be the endgame for many listeners.
 
Jun 3, 2022 at 9:16 AM Post #21 of 379
Jun 3, 2022 at 9:19 AM Post #22 of 379
Great move by Audeze to start modernising their chassis across the range. That plus the updated tuning makes them a better competitor to the likes of Hifiman. I’d go with Audeze every time for their build quality and better warranty and customer service. Hopefully makes everyone else up their game.

Can’t wait to see the graphs compared to the LCD5
I can see that the earpads are more reminiscent of the earlier LCD line, so I would expect this to sound very close closer to the LCD-R / 4, assuming it is using the same parallel uniforce diaphragm tech as the LCD-R and LCD-5.
 
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Jun 3, 2022 at 10:49 AM Post #23 of 379
Is the headband made out of metal? If so, seems we can use with LCD5?
 
Jun 3, 2022 at 10:59 AM Post #24 of 379
So glad they ditched the LCD-5 pads for a more conventional (and much more comfortable) pad.

Cant wait to try them at the THE Show next week! :L3000:
 
Jun 3, 2022 at 1:10 PM Post #25 of 379
They look great but unfortunately the real test will be how they fare when we look at the FR measurements. I’m hopeful for harmonesque with completely flat bass response and a bit less ear gain at the 4k region… somewhat like the LCD-5 but with some better high frequency extension. Fingers are crossed! I really feel the 2021 LCD-X has lost that tight and punchy bass the Audezes are known for in exchange for a bit more ear gain (and not even enough to make it worth losing the bass imo). Let’s hope you can get the best of both worlds with this one!
 
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Jun 3, 2022 at 1:36 PM Post #27 of 379
I just got the email and my interest is piqued.

I really hope it sounds more like an X than an MX-4
I don't know, I like the MX4 but also really wish for a LCD Pro 2021 tuning (LCD-X 2021 in the magnesium chassis). My MX4 is 476g, sounds better than my pre-2021 LCD-X, and only needs a leather strap replacement to be good for a long time.
 

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