Review: Audeze LCD-X Headphones
By Russ Long. Can Audiophile headphones cut it in the world of music production?
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By Russ Long. Can Audiophile headphones cut it in the world of music production?
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A 3-channel PPA powered enclosure featuring Cerwin-Vega quality sound and rugged construction.