Audeze LCD-2 Classic 100-LC-1016-00
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
What Buyers Say
Audeze LCD-2 Classic 100-LC-1016-00
The Audeze LCD-2C headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their warm, detailed sound and exceptional build quality. Users praise the punchy bass, clear mids, and immersive soundstage, especially when paired with EQ or a powerful amplifier. However, a few reviewers note discomfort due to weight and clamping force, and one found the bass underwhelming compared to competitors. Overall, these are seen as high-value planar magnetic headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Warm and detailed sound
- Punchy bass with EQ
- Exceptional build quality
- Comfortable for long sessions
- High-quality accessories (case, cables)
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Strong clamping force
- Uncomfortable for some users
- Narrow soundstage
- Underwhelming bass without EQ
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
The Bowers & Wilkins PX8 S2 headphones are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, premium build, and comfort. Users highlight the detailed, balanced audio, luxurious materials, and effective ANC, though some note that ANC is not the best in class and the price is high. A few minor complaints include the bulky case, control placement, and call quality, but overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for audiophiles.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Premium build materials
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price
- ANC not best in class
- Bulky carrying case
- Controls placement awkward
- Call quality average
Scores
Specifications
| Audeze LCD-2 Classic 100-LC-1016-00 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | — | 0.30 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | Leather |
| Headband | steel | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 106 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 50 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 70 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 101 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | — | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Active Noise Cancelling & Transparency Mode, High-Res Playback, 30H Playtime with Quick Charge Support, Bluetooth Headphones, Onyx Black | Bowers |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 7 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | Water-Resistant | — |
Pros & Cons
Audeze LCD-2 Classic 100-LC-1016-00
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong comfort (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (72nd percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
Pricing
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 40 specs.
