Audeze LCD-2 Classic 100-LC-1016-00
Sennheiser HDB 630
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
Sennheiser HDB 630
The Sennheiser HDB 630 headphones are praised for their exceptional sound quality, delivering a clean, neutral, and detailed audio experience that rivals wired audiophile setups. Users highlight excellent comfort for long sessions, impressive battery life, and useful features like parametric EQ and crossfeed. While the ANC is decent but not class-leading, and the touch controls can be finicky, the overall sentiment is very positive, with many considering them a top choice for serious listeners.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Excellent comfort for long sessions
- Impressive battery life
- Useful parametric EQ and crossfeed
- Good build quality
Cons
- ANC not class-leading
- Touch controls can be finicky
- Plasticky build feel
- Plain aesthetics
- Double-tap ANC/transparency UX issue
Scores
Specifications
| Audeze LCD-2 Classic 100-LC-1016-00 | Sennheiser HDB 630 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | — | 0.31 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | synthetic leatherette |
| Headband | steel | Japanese leatherette |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 106 mm★ | 42 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 50 kHz★ | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 70 Ω | 480 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 101 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | — | aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| Surround | — | Sennheiser HDB 630 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - Hi-Res Audiophile Sound, Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Parametric EQ, 60 Hour Battery Life, Includes USB-C Low-Latency Bluetooth Adapter - Black | Senn |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | hybrid adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | USB-C |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 10 min for 7 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sennheiser Sound Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| 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)
Sennheiser HDB 630
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser HDB 630 offers 3.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 42 specs.
