Audeze LCD-X vs Fostex TH900mk2 Limited Edition

The Audeze LCD-X and Fostex TH900mk2 Limited Edition are both premium headphones. That said, their similarities mostly end outside of both having an expensive price tag and two drivers. The open-back Audeze have planar magnetic drivers, prominent use of metal components in their build, and deep plush earpads to compensate for their higher weight and clamping force. They also have less treble relative to bass compared to the Fostex, resulting in a warmer sound. The closed-back Fostex strike more of a balance between bass and treble, though they still feature a scooped high-mid and low-treble region, which tones down harshness in vocals. They have bio-cellulose dynamic drivers and incorporate mixed materials in their design with beautifully crafted lacquered wood ear cups. Still, beneath the surface, the Fostex aren't as comfortable as the Audeze, and may be too large for those with smaller heads.