I was waiting to upgrade my headset for many years but nothing seems to have the versatility of my logitech G933. When this came out and I was very hyped about this headset and decided to finally pull the trigger. I received this unit on 3/21 and been using it daily. This headset sounds amazing. Overall, i enjoy this headset and it was a well worth purchase.
Here are some pros and cons after 2 weeks of use.
Pros:
- Headset sounds amazing and can get extremely loud. There are various presets such as bass boost and treble boost. These presets slightly boost the bass and treble and maintain very clear sound. It doesnt make the sound muddy. Setting this headset to volume of 78 is equivalent to my old headset at 100 with dolby atmos on. If i turn off dolby for the G933, the volume will be extremely low.
-Battery life: the headset battery life lasts quite long. Under the first week, i manage to get around 60 hours. I havent done a true test yet as Audeze claims 80 hours with volume being 80 dB. During my first week of use, I push this to the limits and multiple times running volume at 100 and connecting to multiple device. Overall, huge step up from my old headset which lasts ..maybe 8 hours now.
- Connection versatility - Like my old logitech, this can connect in a variety of methods- aux, usb dongle, bluetooth 5.3 and wired USB mode. All these require the headset to be turned on but the battery life is so good that its not a big deal. Also, this support mutliple bluetooth codecs SBC,AAC, LC3, LDAC.
- Connection range - the range using the dongle is quite amazing. So far for my apartment, i was able to walk out to the living room and still have good audio. Distance is about 25 ft or more. With bluetooth, it was almost as good, audio did get a little static.
-Microphone was very good . My GF said I sound clear and loud. The background noise suppression was amazing. I was able to eat chips while talking and she did not hear it. Theres also a built in mic when you remove the boom mic which is neat.
-Build quality - Aesthetic is sleek and very understated. Did not look gaudy at all. EarPads were comfortable but gets a little warm. Earpads were deep enough but after long use, my ears can eventually touch the driver. The construction feels sturdy and nice. Although makes me worry that I will scratch the paint off.
Cons:
-No simultaneous bluetooth with the dongle. Not a huge deal but this may be important for some people. You can still achieve this via usb + BT or aux + BT. Due to the nature of the dongle, I dont see wireless simultaneous BT ever being a possibility. The dongle is not a 2.4 ghz dongle. It is actually an LC3+ bluetooth dongle. Despite this, the latency is just as good. I did not notice any latency.
-Latency for gaming on phone at the moment is okay. Since most phones dont have LC3 support, we are stuck with SBC, AAC, or LDAC. All three dont have amazing latency. I play alot of rhythm games on phone and I can sense lag right away. So far SBC is the best for Android and AAC for iphones.
-Comfort - this headset is heavy so may be a dealbreaker for some people. It was fine for me with the suspension headband. One annoying thing was that on the default notch for the headband, the bottom of my top of my ears touch the inner ear pad wall. However, if i move the band notch up, it becomes too tight and the bottom of my ear now touches the earpad. I ultimately went back to default configuration and wore a hat instead.
- Software - still needs to be updated. On PC, none of the custom preset can be set at the moment. You can still use android app to set the preset on your phone and it will sync with your device I think. Also the battery indicator on the Audeze HQ for PC is not giving the right readings. If you charge to 100%, and start using, it wil quickly drop to 95%. However, the next time you turn it on, it will read 100% again. Customer support says they are working on a fix for this to show proper battery reporting.
Audeze Maxwell Wireless Gaming Headset for PlayStation, Mac, PC, and Switch
4 | 704 ratings
Price: 294.9
Last update: 09-10-2024
About this item
80+ hours of low-latency wireless gameplay, and get a day of gaming with just a 20 minute charge. You can also connect via Bluetooth and USB.
Audeze’s unsurpassed 90mm Planar Drivers (about 3 times larger than other headsets) deliver low bass performance and dynamics.
A.I. noise filtering technology from our Filter Speakerphone dramatically reduces all background noises from both the boom mic and the built-in earcup mics. No more noise from vacuums, babies crying, key clicks, etc.
Works with PlayStation, Mac, PC, and Switch (not for xBox). Not all features may work on all platforms. Use our free Audeze HQ app to set your own EQs, and other features.
Alternate version available: If you require xBox compatibility, then choose other Maxwell SKU #207-MW-1120-01. This model supports xBox, PlayStation, Mac, PC, and Switch, and includes a Dolby Atmos license.
Audeze’s unsurpassed 90mm Planar Drivers (about 3 times larger than other headsets) deliver low bass performance and dynamics.
A.I. noise filtering technology from our Filter Speakerphone dramatically reduces all background noises from both the boom mic and the built-in earcup mics. No more noise from vacuums, babies crying, key clicks, etc.
Works with PlayStation, Mac, PC, and Switch (not for xBox). Not all features may work on all platforms. Use our free Audeze HQ app to set your own EQs, and other features.
Alternate version available: If you require xBox compatibility, then choose other Maxwell SKU #207-MW-1120-01. This model supports xBox, PlayStation, Mac, PC, and Switch, and includes a Dolby Atmos license.
Product information
| Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
|---|---|
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Model Name | Maxwell for Playstation, PC, Mac, and Switch |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, Bluetooth, USB-C |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
| Special Feature | Low latency wireless, Noise cancelling Microphones, 80+ hours battery life |
| Included Components | Cable |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult,Kid |
| Material | Plastic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Video conferencing, Gaming, Home office |
| Charging Time | 2.5 Hours |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming |
| Compatible Devices | Playstation, PC, Mac, Switch |
| Theme | Video Game |
| Control Type | Volume Control |
| Cable Feature | Detachable |
| Item Weight | 2.45 Pounds |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Style | Maxwell |
| Control Method | App |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Battery Life | 80 Hours |
| Audio Driver Type | Planar Magnetic Driver |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1 |
| Audio Driver Size | 90 Millimeters |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| UPC | 819343014793 |
| Manufacturer | Audeze |
| Product Dimensions | 10 x 5 x 5 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.45 pounds |
| ASIN | B0BP6BC17P |
| Item model number | 208-MW-1120-01 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Customer Reviews |
4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars
589 ratings
4.0 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #503 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #16 in PlayStation 4 Headsets |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | December 6, 2022 |
Top reviews from the United States
Patrick
Awesome headset
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2023Simple Person
Best audio ever, gaming - limited adjustments
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2024