ttdpaco t1_jebz7jn wrote on March 30, 2023 at 10:14 PM

Reply to comment by MimC_06 in I dropped my Edition XS. by MimC_06

>I am seriously considering just getting a pair of LCD2's actually and just making sure I am more careful.

I would recommend saving for a LCD-X or buying one used (make sure it specifies '21.) Otherwise, for $790, the OG Focal Clear is a better buy than the LCD-2. LCD-X is also tbh.

Rogue-Architect t1_jee0y2v wrote on March 31, 2023 at 10:10 AM

Meh, I thought about that but I am not about to recommend a Focal in a conversation about durability. Though for sound purposes I agree.

ttdpaco t1_jeefhih wrote on March 31, 2023 at 12:43 PM

Focal clear doesn't have voice coil or durability issues tur elear/elex/old utopia has.

Rogue-Architect t1_jefmkgn wrote on March 31, 2023 at 5:37 PM

That is true but given the OPs context the headband issue would still be at play. To be clear, the Clear is a phenomenal headphone and I am currently looking for a Utopia to add to my collection but that is the only part that gives me pause. Although I did just see a post of someone retrofitting the headband with the Sundara headband and it looks legit. If I was buying a replacement I would grab the Arya headband but that is what they had on hand and it worked