Audeze Maxwell - The best wireless headset... period.
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- Опубліковано 7 сер 2024
- In this video, Resolve provides an overview of the revolutionary new Audeze Maxwell gaming headset. He does a deep dive on of all of its functions and features, along with a lengthy discussion on the Maxwell's sound quality for both music and gaming. Check out how this does for audiophiles as well as gamers.
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00:00 - Intro
01:09 - Maxwell Overview
03:16 - Usability & Firmware
03:53 - PC Issues
04:50 - Build, Design & Comfort
07:46 - Battery Life
08:26 - Mic Test
12:03 - Sound Quality: Music
18:49 - Sound Quality: Gaming
20:35 - More than just a gaming Headset?
22:53 - Conclusion - Розваги
This is the most comprehensive review about a headphone from you guys, great work Andrew.
And Audeze smashed it too, especially for the price point it’s coming at.
Really liked this review everything was on point! One of your best so far
After using the Maxwell for a while I can confidently say the hype is real. As good as the Penrose was this is a big step up in terms of sound, comfort, build quality, and battery. Nothing at this price even comes close.
If price was not a concern what headphones would you say beat these in terms of the gaming experience?
@@eaahabis no budget common answer is the Sennheiser HD 800. Considerably less expensive and still great are the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro, DT 900 Pro X, Sennheiser HD 560S, AKG 702, and ATH R70X
@@JCerrisBeyerdynamic TYGR 300R deserves a spot there.
@@Frencho9 sure, I haven't tried that one tho
@@JCerris Equivalent to HD560S technically and in FPS games, but more warm and fun sounding. Better imaging for CoD games cuz footsteps are bass, but games were footsteps are treble the HD560S is better cuz bright. TYGR 300R Cheaper and low impedance (32 ohm vs 120). I preferred it to the Sennheiser and it's so cheap around 150 to 180 USD depending on deals vs 200 for HD560s.
I love your review and bought the Maxwell's, they are amazing. I am not really an audiophile but am a musician and gamer and this is the best headset I've heard for both. When listening to music I am hearing parts in the songs I had not heard before due to the excellent separation and clarity. These are also amazing for gaming due to the drivers and tuning. Much better than any other gaming headset and I've owned them all. The only negative I keep hearing is the weight but honestly I don't even find it an issue at all. These are not that heavy on the head - they may weigh more than other cheap plastic headsets, but not even an issue for me and I think too much is made of this in general. Great review!
I like the Mobius for the 3D head tracking. For music that's especially fun because you can turn and look in the direction of specific instruments and they stay locked in virtual space. For gaming, particularly with RPGs, the 3D 5.1 audio is especially interesting because it virtualizes the acoustic properties of the 3D world with jaw dropping realism. It adds an extra element of immersion to the experience. For instance, a bird flew over my head when playing a game and it scared the crap out of me! Sounds in the distance really seem like miles away.
I've got the Cloud Orbit S which is a rebranded Mobius and I loved it so much for the reasons you mentioned until the earcup snapped at the hinge as I was taking it off :( People were saying that the build quality was bad because it was made of plastic but damn I wasn't expecting it to snap like that.
@@zedetach Dude, my Mobius snapped as well! It's so upsetting because it's the best gaming headset I have ever used.
@@zedetachX3 xD, my right ear cup snapped hanging from only the internal cord. A trashy plastic stick was holding it together all the time. Was still under warranty tho, and hyper x did replace them. I've been handling the replacement pair with great care, not even grabbing it below the rotation point, they are about to survive their second year.
I personally use mine with eq (apo), tho there is nothing that can be done about the pink noise
I’ve owned 3 of them and they where all amazing. Sadly, they’ve been discontinued. All 3 headset bands snapped. Cheap build quality with excellent sound, so painful. I looked for a long time for someone to replace the headband with metal and couldn’t find anyone. I’ll miss them dearly. They are ticking time bombs though sadly, the build assures they will be broken within a year or two of regular use.
Morbius???
Very informative review. I am waiting for a warranty replacement on my second pair of Mobius'. Though I really love the planar magnetic sound, the build quality has been sub par with my last 2 pairs as they broke at the ear join in the same way both sides. In your handling this new pair, how sturdy did they feel? Notice any hairline fractures around the ear joints? I'm curious to see if the build quality has improved.
I have watched so many reviews on this headset, and this was the most informative and well put together review I have seen yet! Love this headset, bought it a week ago. A large part was your review.
I have ordered them as soon as I saw the review. They just tick so many ticks for me it's hard to pass really. Big audiophile name company is doing wireless closed back planar magnetic headphones which has decent sound, spectacular microphone and support for gaming consoles with 80+ hours of battery life and all of that for just $300 - this is as good as it could be. I had to sell my Meze 99 Noir and Phillips X2HR to cover the purchase, but considering that I used Meze for commute and X2HR for gaming, I don't expect I'll be missing any of them honestly. Good game, Audeze!
Do you have problem with heat and weight of maxwell?
been doubting to get something like a gaming headset, just for the sidetalk that most have, which helps a lot in meetngs. But never bit the bullet.
Been watching an upgrade to my momentum-wireless-2 since I've seen that updates to it have bigger earcups (the one issue I had with the 2's)...
That made me looking for 'any' closed-back headphones (Since most I have are open), which something like a suspension-headband because I often like those for comfort... Saw these while going 'sort on price lowest to highest' and thoughtt 'that cannot be right'. Hard to find reviews for it from people with audiophile background... I clicked 'notify me on stock' before watching this. During your video it went to 'nope, order it! I will wait for stock :)'. So there.
Kinda excited about it. The whole thing about great music quality, low-latency wireless on PC / bluetooth for outside. Mic removable-but-still-has-a-mic-builtin for when at the office... outside of the weight they seem perfect!
congrats on your speedy recovery from the lightning storm Andrew! ❤
I have listened and bought it today , and my conclusion was that I have ordered one more for a good friend of mine. I have Susvara and I have listened and owned LCd4, and LCD x... I am shocked too. You are doing a very pin point job Andrew, I was against your opinions in the past , but for so many times I had to say you were right . keep up ! and thank you
Do you have problem with heat and weight of maxwell?
A bit of a late comment, but I have to echo the majority opinion - these things exceed the hype - it's real. Musical sound quality, Gaming sound quality, voice sound quality, General sound quiality, convenience. All of it.
The microphone tends to compliment my voice timbre and others have noted how good my mic audio was - it tends to be a *tiny* bit on the warmer side, but certainly not muddy or muffled. Sure, it isn't 'the best' mic quality, but aside from a dedicated 'podcast' or 'broadcast' mic setup - it's perfectly solid. Plosives and sibilance are alleviated with mic placement - just position the mic boom a little off tot he side and you're golden. I don't really use the noise suppression since I'm usually in a mostly quiet environment.
The sentiment in the video of these being "one of the very best tuned closed back headphones on the market available today" is spot on. My 'other headphones' are the Hifiman Ananda Stealth and a Burson Playmate 2 DAC/Amp - and these Maxwells are close enough in sound quality that most of the time, I just don't care and it just doesn't matter which 'phone I'm listening to. Yes, the Hifiman/Burson combo is 'better' and you can tell a difference (which become un-noticable after 10 minutes because of accommodation), but man - if you want something with a built in mic, these Maxwells are the ticket. I just wish they would get their PC app fully functional and sorted.
"Way too good for the price" perfectly sums up these 'phones - actually even 'way too good for double the price' is probably more accurate.
Audeze is killing it -- and by it, I mean all the noise. Very, very impressive.
Great. Now PLEASE make an open back version. I'm dying for a good wireless open back headphone.
no way, andrew escaped the digital world
Noo. We were so close!
@@sidesaladaudio he has the high ground
@@sidesaladaudio your niche is safe
This is all the review I'll need for these. Good'un. Mine arrive tomorrow. Thanks for the good, lightfooted and informative video...
i've just ordered mine not long ago! how are you finding it?
@@0nemanartis430 I'm very happy with them. I normally go for something new (too?) quickly, but these have stayed with me
Hi guys. Does anyone know if the width of the earcups are wider/taller than the Mobius. I found the mobius to be incredible and so so so much more resolving than my Drop Pandas but just a wee bit narrow for my ears leading to a part of them being on ear
Great in depth review! Enjoying my Maxwell, big step up in clarity from my last headset. I only have 2 issues with it after owning it for a month: My friends ALL say that my mic is to quiet using either BT or arm mic. The ear cups could be deeper as on the hard plastic grill, the center of the driver has a random raised square C shaped plastic piece. I do not know the purpose of this plastic peace that rubs on my ear but I say its random because even the glue lines applied to the mesh are in areas that do not contact anything.(they would contact if the square C was not raised beyond the rest of the grill) One last thing I experienced that maybe someone could test on their headset to see if they have the same experience: My right ear volume is a few Db lower vs my Left ear but I don't have a scientific way to check for this subtle difference. Someone else mentioned the same volume issue in their review otherwise I'd have written it off as just my ears honestly.(Updates may have already fixed this if it ever was an issue)
Do you have problem with heat and weight of maxwell?
get some wicked cushions, installed mine this week, comfort is WAAY improved!!!
Good review. I like the passion and detail you provided. If you had the money, would you go with the Maxwell or Focal Bathys and an independent microphone (Like the Shure SM7B)?
My setup is actually in my motorcycle repair shop...I'll have to check these out
Are these or Focal Bathys better in terms of sound quality/ enjoyment to music & movies?
I just bought these! I have a hifiman sundara paired with a schiit stack for music and vids etc, these will be great for gaming. I'm excited and great review!!
Great review, i have mine in shipping and should have them tomorrow :D
Best description/review iv seen on this headphone 😂🔥👌
This thing made me love music again.
I was shocked by how good they sound.
Best headset I ever had.
I'm seriously eyeing these. I tried the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless but the sound quality was so atrocious (and believe me, I tried for hours to EQ it to sound decent) it made me switch back to my Arctis 7 Wireless, which, while not perfect, still sounds very good after a basic, quick EQ. I also have a set of Bluetooth headphones (the Soundcore Life Q20+) which after EQing it sounds astonishingly clear and crisp. I'm really hoping that these Audeze Maxwell headphones sound as good as my Q20+ headphones.
@@Soandnb Q20 is a dynamic headphones, while Maxwell is planar. There is a huge gap in sound quality between them, as the large diaphragm of planar headphones will definitely give you more sound detail. These headphones are also from different price categories, as Maxwell is a premium product, albeit the most basic one. In general, I am definitely sure that if you try Maxwell, the quality, positioning, and detail they will provide you with will amaze you immensely. If you buy them - let me know, I want to make sure of my correctness :)
@@Bustedfuture I certainly hope so. I don't even consider myself an audiophile (my headphone sound quality "standard" comes from a set of $70 BT headphones listening to UA-cam music and MP3s) but the sound on the Nova Pro Wireless that I got was noticeably bad, which had terrible clarity in the midrange and treble areas, where sounds felt hollow and like they were being played out of a portable device's small speaker. Admittedly, it was a pre-owned set of headphones, so maybe I ended up getting someone else's lemon. Or maybe those headphones are specifically tuned not for music, but for footsteps, and being that I simply don't play the type of games where I need that competitive edge I don't find value in that sound signature over a more accurate reproduction.
Either way, I fully intend on trying these out at a store before I make any purchases, or if I do purchase these, it will come with a very generous return period. And I might also try a set of Nova Pro Wireless headphones that doesn't come from eBay, just to make sure.
@@SoandnbI have to disagree. The Nova Pro Wireless respond very well to EQ, they’re just average compared to certain products but miles ahead over the old Arctis in terms of build and sound quality.
@@or1on89 hey man, I know what I heard, and what I heard I didn't like. I'm entirely willing to believe that I got a lemon, and I've considered a trip to the store to do some more testing on a floor model to see if my lemon theory is the case. But until that happens, I have to conclude that these are far too bass-heavy without the headroom to EQ to the bright sound I like.
I'm obsessed with this headset, games, movies and music... sublime. I game on PC and PS5 so I got the PS5 version and bought the Dolby Atmos license on PC and it absolutely works just like it should, sounds unbelievable!
Do you have problem with heat and weight of maxwell?
Do you think it's worth buying the Dolby Atmos license on PC? Does it have any added value to the headset?
Hey there! Great video, thanks a lot!
Could you tell me please what headphones would be the best for audiobooks and podcasts, I mean the most natural and pleasant reproduction of voices?
Thanks in advance!
Great review! I’ll be sure to keep an eye out for the weight.
Happy to see the scars have healed from the biking accident resolve! 🙏
I have those and after 6 months of testing i found the best audio for gaming and music to be Audeze HQ on immersive + Dolby Atmos on Game preset Detailed.
You measure the size, but not the depth, very important to not forget that
Thank you for the informative review! Can you tell me whether the Audeze Maxwell uses its battery when you use a wire?
hi, just found ur channel, is this still the headset to go for for gaming today? 4 months later? i got recommended ; harmonicdyne zeus elite, do u have any clue about that headphone compared to this? Thanks alot for a sick review, best regards from Norway!
My favourite track on my Audeze maxwell is Saturday Luv by Zone+. LDAC enabled and played on Tidal. I can't believe a 300 dollar headset sounds this crazy
Thanks for the detailed review Andrew. How does the sound quality compare to a Focal Bathys on the Maxwell?
Hey, loved this review! Thx for making it.
I just now read a review for the Turtle Beach Stealth PRO (I guess they just cMe out?) , and they seem like they might be a competitor to the maxwell... Would be awesome to see a review of these from you! ;-)
Is there a similar headset from Audeze with ANC and lighter weight for walking or working out, traveling? That also sounds good and have good mic for calls. Thanks
Got my Maxwell on the way. This video got me hyped!
Is it possible to upgrade the mic since it's removable? Would it make a difference or does the hardware not really matter?
Fantastic review!
Thank you so much for the review! I really appreciate it especially since I'm relatively new to the audiophile scene. I'm looking to buy a new headphone and I watched DMS's video on the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, which led me here afterwards.
I'm honestly split. I'm looking for my entrance to the audiophile scene and for a sound that will really show me why all audiophiles are what they are xD. Would you recommend the Maxwell over the Arctis Nova Pro? I will buy which ever you recommend.
I would also like to know if you have any recommendations for an entry point to the audiophile scene. Maybe some videos or a channel you recommend.
I really hope you reply to comments xD. Anyone else with an answer is more than welcome to reply.
Thank you so much!
Im just here for the whiskey 😂 great review! thank you, sir.
Great review. Just decided to purchase.
It's This is an excellent headphone, close to perfection.
I only see two drawbacks:
1) if the strap is adjusted to the lower position (for larger heads), it is in direct contact with the reinforcement of the headband which is very uncomfortable (hard point).
2) the sound signature is balanced but lacks a bit of "sparkle" in the treble. Violins, triangles and other high notes don't sound very natural. The treble boost mode boosts the overall treble, which is not always desirable, without actually improving the point raised earlier. Apart from these pitfalls, it is a daily treat.
Thanks for the review 😉
EQ🎉 that's what audeze headphones do so well
Great review. Not looking for a wireless headphone so this ain’t for me but exciting to see new products from Audeze. Looking forward to the MM100 review.
the mm100 is going to be game changing
what is the MM100?
@@lain2236ad what is the mm100?
Mmx100 ?
@@xeddieu MM100 is Audeze’s next announcement. It’s a $399 open back studio monitor in the MM500 lineup and color scheme. The headband and yoke look almost identical to the Maxwell.
Bought this coming from the Razer Blackshark V2 pro 2023. This is a HUGE step up audio wise. Only thing the razer does better is mic recording. The mic on that blackshark is GREAT.
However as far as just chatting with teammates go it is just fine.
The audio is soo good for both music and gaming though.
Also the only real drawback of the maxwell in my personal opinion is that it can get fatiguing on my head in the long run. I do need to take listening breaks after about 2-3 hours.
I highly recommend this headset for the more hardcore gamers out there though.
(Also lil tip, you are gonna want to play this at a moderate to high volume to really get the most out of these drivers, and to really feel how much better they are than most competitors)
Great review as usual, Andrew!
On the mic, it was annoying to listen to at first, but when you did the digital filtering, it not only cleaned up the background noise, but your voice clarity improved, and on the high setting it was even better.
Going back to your studio mic, there is definitely more low frequency enhancement.
Do you have problem with heat and weight of maxwell?
I tought the exact same thing, his voice quality improved noticably when he turned it on.
@@magnumpci Do you have problem with heat and weight of maxwell?
@@MilanB023 Sorry I missed this. The weight is noticeable (how could it not be) but its not annoying nor does it affect comfort IMHO. No issues with heat.
This headset is without a peer, its the best pair I have ever owned, hands down.
Yea doing filter and audio tweaking enhancements are huge for smaller microphones like this. It's what allows them to compete with big mice (at least from a non-critical standpoint).
Audeze maxwell v epos pc38x for strictly gaming which would you choose and why? Many thanks in advance
So would you choose these or the Focal Bathys for daily use & gaming? voice sounds more natural with noise suppression on high.
It is a fantastic headset. The Bluetooth range is great!
I have a HD600 and 560s that I switch back and forth for gaming. What is a good headphone for imaging and footsteps? Want to add to my collection
Idk if I'm completely stupid, but I can't seem to connect the headphones to the PC to update the firmware. And for whatever reason, I get this horrible crackling sound whenever I listen to certain audio (like the Opera GX typing clicking sound triggers it). I'm hoping once it connects I can fix that, but I'm really lost.
now all ok?
Connect it through the usb, and then use the audeze software. It'll detect the headset automatically. Then simply just click on update firmware. Do keep in mind, both the headphone & the dongle has to be updated.
Great review! Does anyone know if Dolby Atmos works via Bluetooth with an Apple product (iPhone, iPad, Apple TV)?
The plosive issues are mostly because the mic is just in the wrong position. If you move it a bit up and to the side, so that the capsule is right outside the corner of your mouth there should be way less problems, because there is neither air blowing directly out of your mouth or the nose while still being close enough to get a decent sound. ♥️
I use the pc38x as my daily driver. But when gaming alongside others the open back just kills the sound. Would you recommend these for “lan” use? Or is the lack of anc just too much in that setting?
Nice, is Chrono and DMS going to review this too?
The noise suppression sounds impressive. Can someone comment on how phone calls and meetings sound with these headphones with noise suppression on. Not even for gaming, but basically listening to some music or podcast with phone call interruptions/ meetings. Is there a physical button to answer calls and also a what is the distance range on the Bluetooth.
bluetooth is great for range, usb dongle range is poor (to be expected though).
the controls on the headset are limited, not as feature-rich as an actual bluetooth headset.
awesome for meetings WFH/Remote/hybrid setup.
it allows two bluetooth sources and usb dongle, however switching around isn't as seamless as like AirPods Pro... i often need to manually disconnect bluetooth from the other device or pull out the usb dongle.
the sound quality is 💯 so this minor QoL device selection is minor.
get the wicked cushions upgrade!!!
Recomend a external dac to use these on pc? Also can these connect to phone via Bluetooth?
thank you for the review..i just got these couple days ago and i feel like they dont sound as clear as i want, like the bass and treble all meshing together..any way i can fix it? sry for my english and lack of professionall audiophile terms 😅
Really nice review !
What would be the best wired mic attach headphone that you would recommend above 500. Past subscriber from your Resolve channel cheers m8
Exceptional review. Thank you
I'm extremely happy everyone is loving these.
Maxwell is seriously something speical. Not only is it the first in this next generation of wireless headset, but also in this next generation of Bluetooth and closed backs in general.
DSP active closed backs are the future. And it's here with Maxwell.
Best closed back under $500.
i just orderd them and im soooo happyppypypypypypy! HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY CAT VIBE! heheheheheh
@@McRemmyBabysame here! How are they working out for ya?
@@BennyJackson101 dont have yet, they said june (this month)
@@McRemmyBabyupdate?
@@ziokalco sent back, overhyped poop
To your point, I use this headset almost exclusively for work. I love the fidelity while listening to music while working, and the mic and noise cancelling are more than good enough for virtual meetings.
Would you recommend it for bluetooth use over the typical anc xm5 or momentum 4? (idc about anc i just want good sounding bt headphones, and if it works for gaming on pc that'd be an extra.
This is what I'm wondering as well
And one more thing and sorry if I missed that point - do both versions work with Mac? thanx
Would it be more comfortable then the hd560s? I have glasses and these often feel like its fighting with my glasses to the point i even have a small dent on my ear from how uncomfortable these are.
Great Review!
Just a friendly question? Are the Maxwells capable of 32bit/192Khz Hi-Fi sound when wired? I know about Bluetooth with LDAC it's capped to 24bit/96Khz.
Great video. Quick question, would the Dolby Atmos work with the Atmos tracks on Tidal paired from a phone or DAP? Has anyone tried this? Thanks!
I have a question what about using usb and connecting Bluetooth simultaneously? That’s what I do now with my nova pro wireless would you recommend this over the nova pro wireless!?
You and DMs are my 2 go to when I want a professional review and opinion
The arms on the mobius broke very easy for me, kinda want to know if these are a more durable pair.
so are they using the microphone arrays for sidetone? the JBLs have that sidetone static problem too and that's the only reason i could think of for the issue.
can i connect this headset directly to the ps5 with the GO blu by iFi to the usb-c port to increase the quality and have lossless audio?
I heard a lot of reviewers complaining about the weight. Does anyone that owns them have an issue after long play sessions or are they manageable? Also, have you swapped the pads with the Wicked cushions?
Hi! I saw a couple of reviews for these headsets, but no tests or comments for Dolby Atmos and how is supported for movies on blu-ray players and multi-media players like Zidoo... It is working good or not?
Can they be used with the Zen Blue V2 on PC? Or should i even use them with it? Is the dongle enough?
Would you recommend Audeze Maxwell for a home use, where noise cancelling would not be needed, and it will be used for listening to music and also for listening immersive audios recorded in nature occasionally paired with 360 videos, and also for Dolby Atmos content?
Is there anything better? Thanks for your time 😊
Thanks for the quick comparison to the Drop Panda. I’m currently using that as my wireless PC headset, and kinda liked the sound signature. Maybe this is worth a try….
I've tried just about every wireless headset for my pc, and I always end up going back to a wired one.. I'm super sensitive to the "static" or "carrier wave" sound that is always present on wireless ones. You got any tips for headsets without this problem? :D
Which is the nearest audiophile headphone does the Maxwell compare to?
I'm looking to move up from the 6xx and don't mind going to closed backs if there's better FR and improved detail and dynamics. So was curious to know more opinions on these
Comparing to HD6XX, the maxwell has more sub bass (captain obvious), better clarity (less amount around 200Hz but still sounds full), less shouty (3KHz)and less sparkle.
But it sounds very well.
Be careful to get a good seal, I don't know if the pads become more flexible, improving the sealing, but I found that the sound lacked body on the first day whereas it is currently perfect.
How would this compare to something like an hd560s? I know open back vs closed but the biggest thing I am worried about is the soundstage. I'm not too much of a tryhard and I work from home but I just don't want to lose too much.
The plosive issue was lessened with noise suppression on during the pink noise test. At least through my computer's speakers. 🤔
I hear the mic is trash but I am interested if I could use the mic from the razer blackshark v2 pro on the audeze maxwell? or it doesnt work that way?
Glad that see Audeze go nearer to realistic prices.
It's been like that since 2019 with the cloud orbit
Buddy headphones get crazy expensive, especially high end planars
I’m so excited for mine to arrive. I really love the direction they took with the design of this headphone. They look very nice, but they’re also quite understated and fairly nondescript. I can’t stand “gamery” looking products and I also just don’t really like buying things with very blingy, eye-catching designs. These are just beautifully simplistic. No unnecessary flare, no audacious branding, no wild accents. It’s just a very clean, well thought out design that would look perfectly at home in literally any situation.
Did they arrive?
Do you suggest using it without any 3rd party software like Dolby atmos or DTS-X?
Will this work using bluetooth for tv use/watching? Thanks!
Great video! What's the intro song please?
How loud do they get?
In comparison to the momentum 4 or focal Bathys?
Hey Andrew, I’m thinking about purchasing this to play FPS games like rainbow six siege do you think this is a good headset for footsteps? I have the Astro 50 log I think that one is not what I need. Can you help me out?
If I want immersive audio with good bass for single player games, should I get these or some kind of headphones?
I used Maxwell for quite some time, and I've gone back to my Steelserries Novus Pro Wireless. I can not deny the Maxwell's sound amazing...when they work. I tried them on multiple computers, from desktops to laptops and all of them had issues staying connected to the headset. Constant dropouts and the inability of support to fix the problem caused me to set them aside as a wasted $350. I recommend staying away from these until they fix their issues.
However, it’s definitely the best option for console story mode gamers
can you try with any rythm games? like project diva or anything that need super low latency for it ?
i want to grab these, but afraid the latency issue when its used on music games
I know this might be very specific, but can you compare Maxwell vs Sennheiser Momentum 4 used via bluetooth from iphone just for music and occasionally long calls? (I have a dedicated desktop setup for music so this is just for portability.)
on my MacBook Pro m3 USB-C from the right side have regular dis/reconnects. but both from left side works perfectly.
That noise supression was pretty damn impressive
I am looking at either this or the Focal Clear for pc and console use. I don't plan on using an amp and/or dac, at least for now. Price difference is about nz$300 (us$200) because of a massive sale on focal products here in nz/au. Maxwell @ nz$580, Clear @ nz$900. Is Clear the easy buy? and will the dual sense/monitor/pc jacks be enough to power it?
compared to HD 600 what are your thoughts?,since i am using that now