Audeze LCD-2
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
What Buyers Say
Audeze LCD-2
The Audeze LCD-2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their warm, detailed sound and exceptional comfort. Many users emphasize the need for a powerful amplifier to unlock their full potential, noting that without proper amplification, the sound can be underwhelming. Build quality is generally praised, though a few users report QC issues like chipped wood finish and subpar stock cables. Overall, these are considered top-tier headphones for the price, especially for those willing to invest in a good amp.
Pros
- Warm, detailed sound
- Exceptional comfort
- Strong bass response
- Rich mids
- Non-fatiguing highs
Cons
- Requires powerful amplifier
- Heavy weight
- Stock cables poor quality
- QC issues with wood finish
- Soundstage not the largest
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 headphones receive strong praise for their exceptional sound quality, long battery life, and comfortable fit. Many users highlight the balanced audio, effective noise cancellation, and seamless multipoint connectivity as standout features. However, some reviewers report issues with the companion app, Bluetooth connectivity, and occasional build quality concerns, while a few find the ANC less robust than competitors like Bose or Sony.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Long battery life
- Comfortable fit
- Effective noise cancellation
- Seamless multipoint connectivity
Cons
- App connectivity issues
- Bluetooth drops
- Snug fit for some
- ANC not top-tier
- Aux cable degrades sound
Scores
Specifications
| Audeze LCD-2 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 0.29 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | Leather-Free | Synthetic leather |
| Headband | suspension headband | Fabric |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 106 mm★ | 42 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz | 6 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 50 kHz★ | 22 kHz |
| Impedance | 70 Ω | 60 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 101 dB | 106 dB★ |
| Max SPL | — | 106 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | AUDEZE LCD-2 Open-Back Over-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones, Rosewood Rings, Leather-Free | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, SBC |
| Surround | — | Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - Bluetooth Headset for Crystal-Clear Calls with Adaptive Noise Cancellation, Over-Ear Headphones, 60h Battery Life, Folding Design, Black | |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | HFP, AVRCP, A2DP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 6.35mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.8899999856948853 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.100000381469727 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 60 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 Minutes for 4 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 700 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | — | Omnidirectional |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri, Google Assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Smart Control Plus |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Audeze LCD-2
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (75th percentile)
- Below average affordability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average comfort (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average affordability (14th percentile)14th %ile
Pricing
Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 offers 24.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 99 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 45 specs.
