{"title":"headphones-portables-gaming-headsets","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"kanto-h3-universal-desktop-headset-stand-with-silicone-padding-and-adapter-holder-onxnpf","title":"Kanto H3 Universal Desktop Headset Stand with Silicone Padding and Adapter Holder","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kanto H3 Universal Desktop Headset Stand is made to hold headphones and gaming headsets of any size. Its metal build gives it a solid feel on the desk and helps keep wires in place so the area stays organized. The top cradle uses silicone padding to protect the headband from marks or wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA non slip silicone base keeps the stand steady on the desk, so it does not move when gear is placed or picked up. There is also a spot for a one quarter inch headphone adapter, which helps keep small parts from getting lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe H3 works well on personal desks, gaming stations, or shared audio stations where headphones are used often. 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The new Maxwell 2 gaming headset takes their legendary planar magnetic driver technology and delivers what gamers actually need: hyper-precise directional imaging for competitive play, audiophile-grade immersion for cinematic games, and a monstrous battery life so the headset never dies mid-session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we got these into our testing lab, we wanted to see if they could truly bridge the gap between a competitive shooter headset and a cinematic single-player experience. What we found was a headset that effortlessly handles both, while still feeling like true reference-grade audio gear when you throw on a high-res music playlist, setting it apart from most other gaming headsets on the market today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet’s dig into the technology driving this headset, what has changed from the original award-winning Maxwell, and why the Maxwell 2 has become such an easy recommendation for anyone who wants one headset that can do it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell 2 Headphones\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/MAXWELL_2_STILL_LIFE_314.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eWhat is Planar Magnetic Technology?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo understand why the Maxwell 2 sounds so different from a standard gaming headset, you have to understand the drivers. Most gaming headsets use traditional dynamic drivers (essentially tiny cones pushed by a voice coil). The Maxwell 2 utilizes massive \u003cstrong\u003e90mm Planar Magnetic drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of a cone, a planar magnetic driver uses an ultra-thin, lightweight diaphragm suspended between magnetic arrays. Audeze takes this a step further with three proprietary technologies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniforce™ Voice Coils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers uniform driving force across the entire diaphragm to achieve near-zero distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluxor™ Magnets:\u003c\/strong\u003e An incredibly powerful magnetic array that doubles the driving power for high efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFazor™ Waveguides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manages the flow of sound waves to prevent resonance, resulting in a more accurate frequency response and holographic 3D imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does this matter for gaming?\u003c\/strong\u003e Speed. Because the diaphragm is virtually weightless, it reacts instantly to audio signals. In our testing with competitive shooters, this lightning-fast transient response meant the booming bass of a nearby explosion didn't smear into the midrange and mask the subtle, high-frequency \"crunch\" of enemy footsteps.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eWhat’s New: Maxwell 2 vs. Maxwell 1\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudeze didn't reinvent the wheel with the Maxwell 2; they polished a formula that was already winning awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/blogs\/expert-advice\/audeze-maxwell-wireless-gaming-headset\"\u003eAudeze Maxwell Overview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring our A\/B testing between the original Maxwell and the Maxwell 2, a few core differences immediately stood out:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS.L.A.M. Acoustic Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trickling down from Audeze's $6,000 flagship headphones, the new SLAM (Slam Acoustic Management) system reshapes how bass energy behaves within the ear cup. Out of the box, our team found it delivers a warmer, slightly friendlier tuning with fantastic body. It isn't necessarily a massive increase in literal bass quantity, but rather a highly controlled, incredibly separated low-end that responds beautifully to EQ.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Ear Pads:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a massive quality-of-life upgrade. The new pads attach magnetically, making swapping and replacing them completely effortless. Plus, we found the pads to be slightly wider and plusher, providing a much more reliable seal around the ear to lock in those planar bass frequencies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomizable Outer Caps:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Maxwell 2 introduces removable, twist-off outer caps for personalized aesthetics. While a fun touch for streamers and modders, accommodating these caps meant Audeze had to relocate some onboard controls, most notably shrinking the mic mute switch, which we did find to be a bit fiddly to operate mid-game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded Head Strap:\u003c\/strong\u003e To combat fatigue, the suspension strap is now wider and perforated, doing a much better job of distributing the headset's substantial weight over a larger surface area on your head.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_half\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell 2 detail view\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/MAXWELL_2_DETAIL_9.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_half col_last\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell 2 detail view\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/MAXWELL_2_DETAIL_8.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eDesign, Build Quality \u0026amp; Comfort\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you unbox the Maxwell 2, it immediately feels like premium audio gear. The chassis is constructed from high-quality aluminum and steel, far surpassing the creaky plastic feel of typical mainstream gaming headsets. We also loved the new recessed dials on the ear cups, which completely eliminated the accidental volume bumps we used to sometimes get when leaning back in our gaming chairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eThe Elephant in the Room: Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this headset houses massive 90mm magnetic drivers, robust metal yokes, and a massive battery, it is incredibly heavy—clocking in at \u003cstrong\u003eover 560 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e (over 10% heavier than the original Maxwell). While the new head strap definitely helps distribute the load, mass is still mass. During our longer testing sessions, we found that the weight does become noticeable right around the two-hour mark. If you’re sensitive to neck fatigue, you might find yourself taking these off during long loading screens to give your neck a stretch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eIsolation \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clamping force is moderate and comfortable. Because it is a closed-back design with a fantastic seal from the new plush pads, passive noise isolation is excellent. It easily blocked out keyboards and office chatter in our lab. Just note that the closed-back leatherette pads can retain heat, so expect some warmth during long sessions. While upgrading to a more breathable material may have you lose out on some passive noice canceling quality, it’s easy enough to buy a pair and pop them on when you start to get too warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell 2 headphones on a model\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/MAXWELL_2_LIFESTYLE_351.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eFeatures, Connectivity \u0026amp; Usability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eBattery Life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing is more frustrating than a dead battery mid-match. Audeze packed a massive 1,800mAh Lithium-Polymer battery into the Maxwell 2, allowing for up to \u003cstrong\u003e80 hours of battery life\u003c\/strong\u003e. We can confirm this isn't just marketing hype. Over a full week of multi-hour evening gaming sessions, we were only draining about 20% of the battery. You simply stop worrying about battery life altogether with the Maxwell 2’s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maxwell 2 offers a low-latency USB-C dongle, USB-C wired audio, a 3.5mm analog connection, and a Bluetooth 5.3 connection. It even supports high-res codecs like LDAC and LC3plus, meaning your music is going to sound phenomenal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, there is a major catch: The Maxwell 2 does not support true simultaneous audio mixing. If you are used to headsets from SteelSeries or Astro that let you hear game audio from your console and Discord audio from your phone at the exact same time, you will not find that here. The Maxwell uses source prioritization. If you are gaming via the dongle and a notification or call comes through on your Bluetooth-connected phone, the headset will take over the feed, cutting out your game audio entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of this, the Bluetooth here isn't a multitasking gaming tool; it’s strictly a convenience feature for when you put the controller down and want to use the Maxwell 2 as a dedicated pair of high-fidelity music headphones. Although, we would recommend using a wired connection for the highest resolution, instead of the Bluetooth when you listen to music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Advice Pro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C vs. 3.5mm Analog Speaking of wired connections, here is a crucial tip: if you want to use the Maxwell 2 wired for critical listening, always use the USB-C cable over the 3.5mm analog jack. The USB-C connection feeds a pure, uncompressed digital signal directly into the headset, acting as its own internal DAC and delivering flawless 24-bit\/96kHz high-res audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might be wondering—why not plug the 3.5mm jack into a high-end external DAC or headphone amp (like a Chord Mojo 2) to get even better sound? The truth is that the Maxwell 2 does not have a \"passive\" mode. When you feed it an analog signal, the headset must remain powered on to run that signal through an internal Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC), apply its built-in DSP\/EQ, and convert it back to analog. You cannot bypass its internal electronics, meaning an expensive external DAC won't actually improve the performance here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo why include the 3.5mm jack at all? It’s there for universal compatibility. It’s perfect for plugging directly into a PSVR2 or Meta Quest 3 headset, running straight into a console controller if you take the headset to a friend's house, or hooking up to an in-flight entertainment screen on an airplane. Treat it as a highly convenient fallback option, not an audiophile port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eDolby Atmos Integration (Xbox\/PC Version)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor PC or Xbox users, the Xbox version of the Maxwell includes an embedded Dolby Atmos license. This lets you take full advantage of spatial audio soundtracks on today’s games via the Dolby Access app. For audio professionals working in Dolby Atmos production, this is a massive perk, allowing you to preview your work in full Atmos and utilize head-tracking integration for the Atmos Renderer. \u003cem\u003e(Note: The PlayStation version uses Sony's Tempest 3D audio instead)\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eControls and The New \"Audeze HQ\" App\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn the left earcup\u003c\/strong\u003e, you will find your connectivity ports—the 3.5mm analog jack, the USB-C port for charging and wired audio, and the input for the removable boom mic. It also houses two newly recessed dials for master volume and game\/chat mix. We really like these dials; pressing them in allows you to cycle through EQ presets and side-tone levels, aided by incredibly helpful built-in voice prompts so you never have to guess what setting you are on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver on the right earcup\u003c\/strong\u003e, you have the power button and the mic mute switch. In our testing, this new mute switch was one of our few ergonomic gripes. To accommodate the new customizable outer plates, Audeze shrunk the mute switch and tucked it at the bottom of the cup. It is tiny, recessed, and can be frustratingly hard to find and flick quickly in the heat of a match. We definitely preferred the larger, easier-to-reach mute toggle on the back of the version 1 earcups. It isn’t terrible, and you do get used to it, but it feels like a slight downgrade in usability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, the \u003cstrong\u003eAudeze HQ app\u003c\/strong\u003e (available on PC, Mac, and mobile) has been completely overhauled. It now offers a buttery-smooth interface to adjust the multi-band EQ, fine-tune voice prompts, and tweak your mic's noise reduction settings with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Equalizer App on iPhone and tablet\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/ADZ_Maxwell2_AppPreview.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eAudio \u0026amp; Microphone Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eGaming: Positional Dominance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our chaotic \u003cem\u003eBattlefield\u003c\/em\u003e testing, the layering and separation were spectacular. The precise directionality—even without artificial surround sound—is uncanny. We could clearly hear an enemy shuffling up a staircase to our left while a jet flew overhead, without either sound stepping on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is worth noting that while the planar drivers deliver highly accurate bass, they don't produce the literal, physical \"head-rumble\" of dynamic drivers found in headsets like the Astro A50. Some of our testers missed that physical thump for pure cinematic immersion, but for pure competitive advantage, the Maxwell 2 is unmatched.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eMusic \u0026amp; Movies: Audiophile Clarity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor music, the Maxwell 2 is a true reference headphone. The frequency response is wonderfully flat and accurate, offering lifelike, detailed reproduction across any genre. Out of the box, the tuning leans more analytical than \"boomy.\" However, the drivers are incredibly EQ-friendly; if you prefer a punchier, cinematic rumble, you can boost the low-end in the app without introducing any distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love the idea of a planar magnetic gaming headset but prefer a purely analog, open-back wired design for an even wider soundstage, be sure to check out \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca\u003eour Audeze LCD-GX review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eDual-Microphone System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with input from Shure Electronics, the Maxwell 2 features a versatile dual-mic setup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Boom Mic:\u003c\/strong\u003e When plugged in, a dedicated A.I. processor uses the boom mic and onboard beamforming mics to obliterate background noise. In our Discord tests, turning the A.I. noise reduction to \"Low\" perfectly eliminated keyboard clatter while keeping voices clear. Leaving it on \"High,\" however, made our voices sound a bit too compressed and robotic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Beamforming Array:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you remove the boom mic to take the headphones on the go, the internal mics automatically take over, easily picking up your voice for phone calls without looking like you are wearing a gaming headset in public.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell 2 driver view\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/ADZ_Maxwell-2_DriverView.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eAt a Glance: Is the Maxwell 2 Right For You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Pass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudiophiles\u003c\/strong\u003e wanting a wireless headset that excels at high-fidelity, 24-bit\/96kHz music and movies.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravelers\u003c\/strong\u003e looking for a lightweight, foldable, throw-in-the-bag headphone.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive Gamers\u003c\/strong\u003e who rely on pristine detail, sound separation, and hyper-accurate directional cues.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-taskers\u003c\/strong\u003e who absolutely require simultaneous Bluetooth and USB dongle audio mixing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Users\u003c\/strong\u003e who want an 80-hour battery life and deep, distortion-free EQ customization.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"50%\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGamers sensitive to heavy headsets;\u003c\/strong\u003e the 560g weight is highly noticeable over long sessions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell 2 Headphones\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/3281\/8260\/files\/MAXWELL_2_STILL_LIFE_PS.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eFinal Verdict\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Audeze Maxwell 2 remains one of the most impressive-sounding wireless gaming headsets on the market today. It successfully bridges the gap between a high-end audiophile reference monitor and a feature-rich gaming headset. While the hefty 560g physical weight and lack of simultaneous Bluetooth audio mixing keep it from being absolutely flawless, its class-leading planar magnetic soundstage, pristine clarity, and unbelievable 80-hour battery life make it an easy recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead margin\"\u003eWe’re Here to Help!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave questions about the \u003cstrong\u003eAudeze Maxwell 2 headset\u003c\/strong\u003e? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact\u003c\/a\u003e our experts via chat, phone, or email. 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Since then, Audeze has become a staple in the audiophile world as the producer of some of the best sounding headphones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTypically, Audeze has produced headphones for at-home listening that are powered by headphone amps, and in 2018, they released their first Bluetooth Planar magnetic headphone: the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/audeze-mobius-headphone-and-gaming-headset-1.html?utm_campaign=20190205%20Audeze%20Mobius%20%28H98tCW%29\u0026amp;utm_medium=email\u0026amp;utm_source=Audio%20Advice%20eCommerce%20Mailing%20List\u0026amp;_ke=\"\u003eAudeze Mobius\u003c\/a\u003e. When they created the Mobius, they didn’t stop on Bluetooth, they also added tons of other features: 3D audio, 7.1 Surround sound, Wave NX, EQ adjustments, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAudeze created the Mobius headphones with gamers in mind, knowing that audio equipment and headsets for video games are often low quality and lack high fidelity sound. It’s not uncommon to see people playing video games on 4K monitors and high-quality video cards, while using poor quality headsets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile approaching this review, we understand that Audio Advice isn’t a video game company. However, we know great sound, and we can certainly tell you if a product will perform up to our standards. To bridge the gap for functionality inside of the video game world, we brought in casual and competitive gamers across multiple genres (from FPS’ to MMO’s) to see their thoughts on the Audeze Mobius Headphones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Build Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAt first glance, the \u003cstrong\u003eMobius is a larger sized, closed-back headphone, coated in matte black scratch-resistant material, with accents that come in two color variants: Copper and Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e. The headband is constructed of durable, yet flexible rubber, with memory foam on the top for comfort and clicked based adjustability. The ear pads also consist of a wrapped memory foam intended to contour around your ears.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen we initially tried on the Mobius, we felt they were slightly too tight, but after some break-in time they loosened up and were very comfortable and secure. The weight of the Mobius is about 350 grams, but won’t fatigue your neck during long listening sessions. \u003cstrong\u003eThey are built like a rock, and can withstand bends and flexes\u003c\/strong\u003e, but could benefit from a hard-shell case if you’re a traveler.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe left ear-cup houses the many controls and adjustments for these headphones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume Adjustment Wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e - Clicks to pair Bluetooth to previous devices, and change songs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrophone Level Adjustment Wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e – Click to adjust EQs, and audio mode (stereo, HiFi, 7.1 Surround)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3D Sound Centering Button\u003c\/strong\u003e- Calibrates 3D emulation and toggles on\/off\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetachable Microphone Input\u003c\/strong\u003e- Attaches included microphone\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C Charging and Audio Input\u003c\/strong\u003e- Connect included (USB-C to USB-C) or (USB-C to USB-A)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.5mm Input\u003c\/strong\u003e- To use the included 3.5mm audio cable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn\/Off Button\u003c\/strong\u003e- Toggles power and Bluetooth pairing   \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe build quality and design of the Mobius headphones make them ideal for long listening, gaming, and travel. The multiple input options make them great for computers, cellphones, or your home stereo. While these headphones are very comfortable and versatile, memorizing the adjustments can take some getting used to. It took us about a day to figure out every control and the quickest way to use them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_one_sixth col_last\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_one_sixth col_last\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 100%; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/wordpress2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/im1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Mobius Headphone \u0026amp; Gaming Headset Controls\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_one_sixth\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_two_third\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Mobius has more “high-tech” features than any headphone Audeze has ever created, and in return, the Mobius are a lot of fun. The additions that Audeze highlights are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 100%; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/wordpress2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Screen-Shot-2019-02-05-at-8.55.16-AM-1.png\" alt=\"Audeze Mobius Headphones features\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_one_sixth\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_two_third\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe two features that really stand out and intrigue us are the 3D Emulation and the Planar Magnetic drivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead\"\u003eWhat do they mean by 3D sound?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAudeze utilizes a technology called Waves Nx Technology to create a 3D soundscape. Once you engage the 3D setting, it will center your sound to the direction you’re facing. As you rotate your head, the sound still seems to be coming from the original direction using a “sound shadow”. The 3D processing manages to be impressively immersive using three things:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSound Localization- \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs the positioning of your head changes, Mobius identifies and maintains the source of the sound, changing dynamically as you move.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntegrated Head Tracking- \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMobius precisely tracks even the tiniest of head movements -- 1000 times a second, and feeds the 3D emulation algorithm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoom Emulation- \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA sophisticated customizable tool that creates a sense of space and reflection of the sound within a room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe 3D soundscape is made to help with accuracy of sound location inside of games, and it does a great job with that, but we have found that this versatile headphone performs well for many other uses. When we watch movies and videos, the Mobius' sound seems as if it's actually coming from our monitor. This can be extremely useful when you’re on a flight and have to watch a movie on your laptop because it’s almost as if your ears are registering the sound like it’s from a speaker. Audeze mentions lowered ear fatigue, and it’s very apparent when in 3D mode.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"subhead\"\u003ePlanar Magnetic Drivers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Planar Magnetic drivers give these headphones a HUGE advantage over most Bluetooth headphones and gaming headsets. Most headphone manufacturers use Dynamic drivers in their products because they are cheaper, easy to power, and can be fitted to most headphones. On the other hand, Planar magnetic drivers tend to be more expensive and require more power, but you can experience a world of better sound -- a much cleaner, more defined sound, with less overall distortion. Audeze has been known for their stellar sounding planar magnets, but most of their headphones require a headphone amp for full performance...but the Mobius changed that up. Audeze gave the Mobius a built-in headphone amp, and in return, they sound fantastic while still remaining convenient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen we first heard about the Mobius headphones, we wondered if they would be something as popular as the LCD series. After all, they were made with gamers in mind. We decided to give them a shot, and after we gave them a listen, we knew we Audeze had made yet another great headphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTo do a fair review we are covering two perspectives: The purely audio portion, and the gaming functionality by bringing in a variety of gamers ranging from competitive to casual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Audio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen testing the Audeze Mobius, we are connected to a computer (via USB-C) streaming Tidal Hi Res, and looking at everything from sound-quality to comfort. To start the test, we put the headphones in standard stereo mode without 3D turned on. The sound was amazing, especially without the need for an external headphone amp: the closed-back design gave them a deep bass, while remaining detailed across each transition from high to low. The Audeze Mobius sounded incredible with every music genre from Jazz to EDM.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNext, we tested them with movies...and once again, we were pretty shocked. The simulated surround sound and 3D simulation proved to be much more than a gimmick; it made the experience even more immersive. We watched \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMad Max: Fury Road\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, and that’s when we could really hear the surround shine. The surround sound was surprisingly close to 7.1’s sound localization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall, from a HiFi perspective, these headphones are great for their price. Their “immersiveness,” comfort, portability, and 10+ hour battery life makes them a perfect travel headphone for watching movies on a plane and listening to music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Gamers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscussing Audio and Video with gamers has been a lot of fun. Many of the gamers we talked to place significant importance on their video and monitor, but hadn’t put a ton of thought into their sound. Others we spoke with thought that their head-set did a fine job of pinpointing sounds both beside and behind them. However, after trying the Mobius, there were some drastic changes in opinions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Gamers that play shooters such as Fortnite and Overwatch think the 3D sound is very useful, but takes some time to adapt to. Another feature everyone seemed to like was the EQ adjustments, as it allowed the headphone to make footsteps louder, emphasize ballistics, tune them for racing, and more. They also said that the game felt much more realistic, and that it sounded like you were in the world. When we tried the Mobius on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRed Dead Redemption 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, we compared them side by side with a popular $150 headphone. Most of the gamers agreed that with the Mobius, you can hear much more of the ambient noises such as horses running behind you, and you could also point to where they were...but on the $150 pair, they thought the world sounded more two-dimensional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNot every game requires accuracy of sound. Instead, they rely more on communication among the team (such as MMOs and MOBAs) and that’s where the mic came into play. The gamers said the audio was very clear and noticeably better than our test pairs. Some even said they would prefer it over their current USB mics for streaming. The gamers also enjoyed the Mobius’ mic ability to easily detach for a casual headphone and the mic's movability, meaning that if they wanted to push it to the side, it would stay there without drifting back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eOverall Recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOverall, \u003cstrong\u003ethe Audeze Mobius is a fantastic headphone with detailed sound and multiple functionalities. Though it was designed with gamers in mind, it’s ideal for just about anyone looking for a high quality headphone.\u003c\/strong\u003e We highly recommend this headphone for traveling, movies, and music (especially if you like bass). 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They began a quest to bring NASA technology to their high-resolution audio products. Combining their unique vision and technical knowledge, they have produced some of the world's most technically advanced and uniquely accurate headphone products and hold 9 U.S. patents and are still counting. Every planar magnetic and electrostatic driver is built in their Orange County, California, factory, ensuring the highest product quality and standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell Headphones on a computer desk in front of a keyboard\" src=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/ADZ_Maxwell_WideBlade_desktop.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Audeze Maxwell is a unique headphone. Built for gamers, it has all the technology that allows them to gain an advantage in gameplay, both in terms of the technology used and the quality of the sound it produces. The build quality is top-notch in this price class, as its chassis is made from high-quality aluminum and steel. This allows the Maxwell to be robust to handle the rigors of gamers and the daily life of a portable audio device. Due to its nicely supported headband and comfortable pads, the Maxwell's 490 grams of total weight is heavier than some other gaming headphones but is well supported by the pads and headband structure. This makes them comfortable even when wearing them all day long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the overwhelming fears when gaming is battery life. Nothing is more frustrating than being right in the middle of an intense gaming session, only for the battery in your wireless gaming headphones to be dead. Audeze saw this as an opportunity with the Maxwell and used the 1,800mAh Lithium-Polymer battery needed to allow up to 80 hours of battery life. They combined this battery technology with an efficient design and used technologies like Bluetooth LE, which is lower power-consuming while allowing extended range. Audeze also includes fast-charging ability when charged with a compatible 1.8 amp fast charger, giving you a 20 to 30-hour play time on only 20 minutes of charge. This is excellent as it allows you to game without worrying about running out of power on your headphones. Should you ever find a time when the Maxwell finally runs out of juice, just hook it up with the included USB cable and keep on going. This port allows both charging and audio transmission. A 3.5mm analog jack is included on the Maxwell should you want to connect a source output directly to the headphone's internal amplifiers and DSP circuits. (The 3.5mm input is not an amplifier input and only accepts analog audio signals from a player or DAC output.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell Features\" src=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/ADZ_WebIcons.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving all of this battery life is important because the technology built into the Maxwell has been hand-picked for its ability to perform low latency and top-notch sound quality. The Maxwell has full Bluetooth 5.3 support, a first-in-this-class feature not seen in comparable products. Bluetooth 5.3 is the newest and most comprehensively featured Bluetooth to date and offers Bluetooth LE or Low Energy with these benefits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved audio quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower latency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced power consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter interoperability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasier device development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew audio device types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to Bluetooth LE, the Maxwell supports all legacy Bluetooth codecs, including SBC, AAC, and, most importantly, LDAC and LC3PLUS. LDAC and LC3PLUS allow the Maxwell to support audio formats up to 24-bit\/96kHz. This is a great addition, as many gaming and music streaming applications are evolving to use higher-quality audio streams. The USB dongle is one of the notable additions to the Maxwell. This dongle allows gaming systems and PCs without Bluetooth 5.3 or low-latency support to add it to the system. Instead of the limited built-in Bluetooth receiver, the dongle will take over for better performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Compatibility graphic\" src=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/compatibility_graphic.png\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor PC or Xbox users, the Xbox version of the Audeze Maxwell includes an embedded Dolby Atmos license. This lets you take full advantage of the Dolby Atmos soundtracks on today’s games. You can even download the Dolby Access app to personalize your Dolby Atmos experience. For audio professionals working in Dolby Atmos, this is extremely helpful as the built-in Atmos license will allow you to preview your work in full Atmos and utilize the new head-tracking integration for the Atmos Renderer. This is huge for professionals as it gives them a very high-quality reference for their mixes with all available built-in features. (Please note: the PlayStation version of the Maxwell does not support the Dolby Atmos license and will use Tempest 3D.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_half\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell Headphones on top of a PS5\" src=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/Maxwell-PS5-Lying-White-BK-IMG_0918.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_half col_last\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell next to an XBox with USBC dongle\" src=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/Maxwell-XBox-USBC_Dongle-Mic-White-BK-IMG_0956.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe addition of a detachable microphone is notable, as it was designed with help from Shure Electronics, a leading manufacturer of professional microphones. This microphone is detachable and an excellent idea, as it allows the Maxwell to be more adaptable to people who want to use the Maxwell as a regular Bluetooth music headphone. When the boom mic is disconnected, the multi-mic beamforming array takes over and lets the mics pick up your voice in front of your face without picking up unwanted sounds. This allows you to use the headphones for calls or communication when the boom mic is not installed. When the boom mic is installed, an A.I. processor uses the boom mic and the beamforming mics to remove any background noise that could affect your voice transmission quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Audeze HQ app is available for all major platforms and allows full control over the Maxwell headphones. This app has a built-in multi-band EQ system with special presets made by players of specific games. These presets bring out the sound aspects in each respective game to give you the best edge. Plus, you have full control of the EQ to set four of your own presets, bass, and treble boosts or try out some of the community-sourced settings uploaded by users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell Headphones with accessories on a metal table\" src=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/ADZ_Maxwell_WIB-Metal-IMG_0839_2.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs planar magnetic headphones, we knew we would be in for a treat reviewing the Maxwell. Audeze uses a three-part planar magnetic driver technology, including its own Uniforce™ voice coils, Fluxor™ magnets, and Fazor™ waveguides. This superlight driver allows high-speed transients and accuracy. In our gaming tests, we used the Maxwell with the Xbox Series X and a PC. Testing multiple games in different genres, we found that with the addition of the Audeze HQ app EQ settings for each game, the sound effects were accurate and detailed. Playing shooter games requires hearing every sound in detail to tell where the opponent is to get the competitive edge. The Audeze Maxwell gave us the edge and allowed our gameplay to improve due to the better accuracy and detail. In its price class, we can think of no other gaming headphones capable of performing this well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most exciting part of the review was setting up the Maxwells for music. With the large planar magnetic drivers, we knew that bass would go very deep and be linear in its delivery. And that is precisely what we got. But another surprising aspect of this headphone was how balanced the frequency response was through the audio spectrum. Any genre of music we played sounded lifelike and detailed, all while keeping the smoothness that Audeze headphones are known for. Yes, it is a close-back headphone, so the soundstage and imaging could not keep up with Audeze’s open-back planar headphones. Still, the Maxwell is much less expensive and serves up much of the more costly Audeze headphone's ability while possessing all of the wireless features discussed above. We would have liked to see the analog 3.5mm input be a direct-to-driver input so that the Maxwell could be used with something like the Chord Mojo 2 DAC\/Amp to boost performance further, but that is not the case. You could connect your DAC’s output to this jack, but it would go through the internal DSP and amplifier sections before reaching the drivers, so the performance upgrade would be minimal. However, for a gaming Bluetooth headphone that can transform into a music headphone with the removal of the boom mic, it is something unique that we think many will like. And the fact that it sounds better than just about any other wireless headphone in its price class is special, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_full\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Audeze Maxwell Heaphones on top of a PC\" src=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvice.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/Maxwell-PC-Dongle-Consoles-IMG_1022.jpg\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col_narrow\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"hp-title\"\u003eOverall Recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Audeze Maxwell was a surprise to us in multiple ways. Its gaming performance is at the top of its price class and gives you an edge in your gameplay, letting you hear everything in the soundtrack with supreme detail. Any serious gamer should consider these as an addition to their gaming arsenal. Professionals who make game soundtracks and use technologies like Dolby Atmos should consider the Maxwell’s for its support of these formats, wireless low latency technology, and effortless detailed sound. Most surprisingly, music lovers who want headphones with a flat and accurate frequency response, a class-leading build quality, and a feature set that allows them to transform into a high-quality music headphone. We can’t think of a better all-around and adaptable headphone in its price class. If you are in the market for a wireless gaming headphone that can also be a wireless or wired high-end sounding music headphone. 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