IMO pretty worth it with both the lcd 2 and t1.2, sounds like up your alley sonically as well imo. Also sounds great with the arya
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Okay sweet. Seems like my lurking has lead me down the right path lol. Appreciate the confirmation and guidance as always 
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Any sonic difference between the leather vs leather free pads?
Not too much but I do prefer leather for a bit more organic sound (assuming you are talking about leather and not the cloth or whatever older vegan pads)
These ones are definitely leather, built like a 70’s easy chair. Sounds good, didn’t really want to change them anyways. Seems like a bit of a pain.
Leather-free pads = Protein leather made from egg protein according to Audeze’s customer support
I wish vegan pads were still an option.
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I still can’t believe they were pulled because they got salty that m1060 people were using them lol
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I never listened to those pad-swapped open-backed m1060’s that seemed to be the rage two years ago or so. If you or anyone else did, how close did they approach the LCD-2’s at that time sound-wise? I gave it a pass back then due to the reported treble ringing, which can be “fixed” by mods supposedly. I never bothered with them myself.
Anyways, I’m still salty that Audeze got salty and pulled the vegan pads from sale, haha.
One of the rare times I actually got caught up in hype, even when I had so much better lol, was a massive letdown, can’t recommend them at all when other better options exist today tbh
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Pretty close IMO, let’s say cousins that looked like they were cousins. I have one that I modded the hell out of, it’s a similar signature but they don’t come that close to an LCD2 in the refinement of the sound.
Just not the same level of detail but given that you could pick one up used and mod them for less than $200 bucks. It was a good way to get a view over the fence.
I think for me the value was in them being a good science experiment and modding it allowed me to really understand how different factors, dampening, pads, Fazors etc. could have a big effect on sound.
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I just spent three weeks listening exclusively to my EL-8C. Now I’m back home, and I’ve returned to my Senn HD-650. Are they good? Yes, but I prefer the EL-8C. The just have something extra, though I frankly have no way to describe it. They also make me think that I’m about ready for some Big Boy Audeze, and I’m aiming to pick up a pair of LCD-2 based on things I’ve read.
HOWEVER: I find the EL-8C fatiguing. My ears almost sort of hurt after a long listening session. It’s something I’ve associated in the past with brightness, as I found that I have a similar issue with DT-880s, but not with the HD650 or the HD600. But I’m not really sure.
Here’s my question: If I find the EL-8 fatiguing, am I likely to have a similar problem with the LCD-2?
Doubtful, I am treble sensitive and my LCD2CBs and LCDXs are far from feeling fatiguing when ran off of my EL stack or THX amps.
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Comfort is very much improved with the current headband and fresh pads. The new cable is the nicest stock cable I’ve used. Really love the pre-faz and now the looks and comfort are there too 
Pricey upgrade but worth it imo if you plan on keeping them for the long term.
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Are those the stock vegan? I just ordered their leather ones. Curious to see what I think of them. Not digging the Dekoni fenestrated sheepkins so far.
Stock leather. Technically you can’t purchase the vegan pads anymore. Leather free is available but they’re different from the old vegan pads.
As I was informed above the leather free pads aren’t vegan because they have egg protein somethingorother in them.
Ah, good to hear that they’re the stock leather ones. I wanted big comfortable ones cause the dekonis are too shallow. Also waiting for the new headband and cable so it’ll be a much better experience. Hoping the new pads will improve the bass too.
I would think the fenestrated would have a negative impact on bass. The stock leather seal really well ime. Hope they work work out for you 
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I have a pair of LCD 2.2 pre fazor otw on loan from a fellow forum member, should get here tomorrow. Looking forward to playing with them and hopefully finding a Audeze that I actually love. I have the option to purchase them if I fall in love so I’m gonna see what happens
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That’s pretty awesome of said forum member 
The weight definitely is preventing me from exploring the line further tbh but I really enjoy the time I can get with these.
Which others have you tried?
LCD-X but really I’m just trying to find a planar that i love period. Haven’t really experienced a planar that gives me the same joy as some of my dynamic sets.