Collection: Audeze

About Audeze

Audeze builds planar magnetic headphones in Southern California. They're known for their open-back designs and the kind of detail retrieval that makes you hear things in your mixes you've never noticed before. Their drivers use ultra-thin diaphragms suspended in a magnetic field, which means faster transient response and lower distortion than traditional dynamic drivers. The LCD series set the standard for reference monitoring in high-end studios. The company also makes closed-back models for tracking and the MM-500, designed specifically for mixing and mastering work.

Planar Magnetic Technology

Audeze's planar drivers work differently than the headphones you're used to. Instead of a voice coil attached to a cone, the entire diaphragm moves uniformly in response to the magnetic field. This gives you accurate bass extension without the muddiness that comes from dynamic driver breakup. The LCD-X is a workhorse in professional studios because it translates well to other systems. You make decisions on these headphones and they hold up when you check your mix on monitors or in the car.

Open-Back vs. Closed-Back

Most Audeze models are open-back, which means they leak sound and let outside noise in. That's the trade-off for a wider soundstage and more natural imaging. If you're mixing in a treated room or working late at night when isolation matters less, open-back gives you a more speaker-like experience. For tracking or working in noisier environments, their closed-back models like the LCD-XC keep sound contained without sacrificing the planar magnetic advantages.

Shop Audeze at Blackout Audio

Audeze headphones are a serious investment in your monitoring chain. The LCD series delivers the kind of transparency you need for critical mixing decisions. Free shipping on orders over $199 across Canada. Browse the collection online and contact our team with any questions about which model fits your workflow.