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ZMF Auteur Classic vs Audeze LCD-2

Side-by-side comparison — scores, specs and which one fits your setup.

HIGHER SCORE
ZMF Auteur Classic
9.2
/ 10
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Audeze LCD-2
9.1
/ 10
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Specs comparison

9.2/10
SCORE
9.1/10
300Ω
IMPEDANCE
70Ω
96dB
SENSITIVITY
101dB
Yes
NEEDS AMP
Yes

Analysis

The ZMF Auteur Classic scores 9.2/10 with 300Ω impedance and 96dB sensitivity. At 300Ω, it benefits significantly from a dedicated amplifier.

The Audeze LCD-2 scores 9.1/10 with 70Ω impedance and 101dB sensitivity. At 70Ω, it also benefits from amplification to perform at its best.

Based on our scoring, the ZMF Auteur Classic scores higher overall. However, the right choice depends on your full audio chain — use our analyzer to see which fits your actual setup.

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