Audeze Maxwell vs Epos H6 Pro - Which is better Gaming Headset?

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  • Опубліковано 25 сер 2024

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  • @OG_pRotality
    @OG_pRotality Рік тому +2

    Hey man loving your vids and I can’t wait for my Maxwells to come. Which Dekoni pads did you use on the h6pros by chance?

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      amzn.to/3RvcZZX
      Jerzee pads. I made a whole video about them on my channel

  • @NyteWatch
    @NyteWatch 8 місяців тому +2

    This video was perfect and exactly what I was looking for. Have you ever tried out the SHP9600? And if you have, are they comparable to the H6Pro (Open)?

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  8 місяців тому +2

      i tried the original shp9500 didn’t really like how scratchy the earpads feel and there’s a huge roll off in subbass and also kind of too bright. I much prefer the epos h6 pro open

  • @jamesstevens968
    @jamesstevens968 Рік тому +2

    Hi ryan i think your the best at these headphone review's good to see you back in the headphones thank you for your time and knowledge and wisdom I've ordered the Maxwell headphones for the ps5 i have the same headphones epos headphones the racing green but closed back also have the nova pro wireless gaming headphones also have the sony h9 wireless gaming headphones also have the turtle beach stealth gen2 max gaming headphones ive had every headphones so tired of buying them for my ps5 do you think i will like these Maxwell the best do you think i will be disappointed than what's your opinion thank you very much

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      i think you will like them and probably like them more once u find the EQ you like

  • @kenv2667
    @kenv2667 Рік тому +1

    Epos H6 Pro OpenBack sounds great. but it is really hard to go back to wired gaming headphones

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      it is nice to not have to take them off everytime i get up i admit

  • @drewmorg.
    @drewmorg. Рік тому +1

    I come to your reviews for the Valorant takes! Really appreciate this !!!

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      no problem! How do you like new char Gekko? I left gameplay clips at the ends this time!

    • @drewmorg.
      @drewmorg. Рік тому +1

      @@ryanhostudio I haven't been able to play since he released to be honest. I am just a Plat 2 scrub but I climb quick when I put in the games. But I do like that I can relate imaging/accuracy to exactly what you are saying in Valorant and from the headphones I've tested I can validate what you're saying so it gives me a frame of reference. I also tend to trust gaming reviewers who are accomplished in the competitive arena because I feel people use the term "gaming headset" too loosely and are sitting there playing Witcher or something.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      i’m like in diamond 3 right now hopefully i can get ascendant soon xD

  • @dukeofyourheart
    @dukeofyourheart Місяць тому +1

    is the h6pro should be bought with the dac soundcard? I want to buy it but afraid that the sound will be that bad without the additional soundcard

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Місяць тому

      @@dukeofyourheart should be fine, i mean everything sounds better with a better dac amp but you can always try it without first

  • @elandys84
    @elandys84 Рік тому +1

    I have the Epos, and while i love them, i find the headband kind of uncomfortable. Same happened with the SteelSeries Wireless H that i had. I don't know if the top of my head is too sensitive, but i want to try a pair of headphones with a suspension strap to see how it goes.

  • @TheQuickyouknow
    @TheQuickyouknow Рік тому +5

    I had the Maxwells, but ended up sending it back because the soundstage was worst than the A50s I was replacing. I mainly play MW2 ranked play, and I took a step back when it comes to hearing footsteps. Custom EQing helped a little bit, but I found myself switching back to my A50s for SnD which to me defeated the purpose of a $300 headset I can only use for games that are too chaotic to hear footsteps in.
    The only thing I miss about the Maxwell is how much compliments I got with the mic. Even though the mic wasn't comfortable from a positioning POV (literally always ends up near my noise lol), the mic sounds amazing.
    I would love if Audeze made a true fps gamer focused headset. They're so focused on making it sound accurate for music and movies that they didn't give us that competitive "edge" for gaming. I'll take lower music performance for a cracked out soundstage.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      thanks for sharing!

    • @BlazingsNL
      @BlazingsNL Рік тому +1

      Interesting. I use my A50s with discord, but when I'm not using voice I'll switch to my Sennheiser HD598 because the audio and comfort beats the A50s by a long shot imo. I don't think Audeze is going to make an fps focused headset because there are already a ton of headsets aimed at competitive fps and Audeze is a hifi brand that wants good audio for multimedia use.

    • @TheQuickyouknow
      @TheQuickyouknow Рік тому

      @@BlazingsNL I disagree on comfort. For me the A50s feels like pillows on the head. I also don't find leather headbands (which the HD598 has). To each their own though.
      The point is these aren't great for competitive fps, but I agree that Audeze probably won't prioritize that.

    • @BlazingsNL
      @BlazingsNL Рік тому

      @@TheQuickyouknow Well everyone has a different head of course! For me the A50s clamp rather hard, I've had headaches before when I was wearing them for longer periods of time. Or maybe it's the narrow headband that presses on a wrong spot.

    • @TheQuickyouknow
      @TheQuickyouknow Рік тому

      @@BlazingsNL interesting. Definitely a different head size thing it sounds like. I actually swapped my pads on the A50s to a similar style, but a bit thicker. My only complaint with the stock pads are they clamp too lightly for me and some times slides when I moved too quickly. Thicker pads made it A+ comfort for my head.

  • @ColtFortyFour
    @ColtFortyFour Рік тому +1

    Love the Valorant gameplay at the end!

  • @brun0silva938
    @brun0silva938 Рік тому +1

    Hey man, great reviews 👍
    I have the Cloud OrbitS as reference of the best quality sound i ever heard (resolution/detail/immersion), the only problem was it wont sound big as i like.
    Would you say the EPOS H6PRO sound quality is comparable?

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +2

      no i still think cloud orbit s is better than epos h6 pro in sound quality . Cool thing about cloud orbit s is if you turn on the 3d audio, it makes it sound much wider. but i have found the imaging was slightly weird when gaming but for music listening it was like closed back headphone simulating open back headphone

  • @An_Enraged_Pig
    @An_Enraged_Pig 6 місяців тому +1

    I love the EPOS H6. But the Maxwell do sound better. But my friends say my voice sounds better then the Maxwell

  • @anthonyharding4380
    @anthonyharding4380 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the video. Did you find using the EQ software with Maxwell made any difference regarding soundstage or immersion?

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      sounds corny but the immersive EQ helps immersion because bass and treble sounds more engaging and fun because it’s more v shaped.
      The footstep mode actually works i tested it in valorant. the footsteps were definitely enhanced a bit and had easiest time picking out but i ended up going back to immersion because it’s a hassle to switch to footsteps everytime i play games than switch back to immersion when i’m listening to music

    • @jamesmadison3108
      @jamesmadison3108 Рік тому +1

      @Ryan Ho you do know that u can use the android app to save eq presets and then use it on the pc and the presets u save can be use on the pc too.
      I eq to have better bass impact and save it to preset 1

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      i do i just don’t have an android phone because i’m a iphone user

    • @jamesmadison3108
      @jamesmadison3108 Рік тому +2

      @Ryan Ho yea that's a pity...I am using the s23 ultra. Configure the EQ and save to 2 presets. Tested on my pc and it's wonderful. Much better than the immersive setting as I up the 64k region, so I can feel the thump in the bass.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      @@jamesmadison3108 yeah i plan to raise prob the 200hz and 8k

  • @Fluffyninja7
    @Fluffyninja7 Рік тому +1

    I know this sounds like such a mainstream comparison/question. I'm on the fence about the Maxwell. Is the Maxwell louder than AirPod max or a Beats by Dre headphone? My apologies if that's a cringe question.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      i dont know if its louder than those two but its loud enough to make you go deaf lol

  • @kirthgersen291
    @kirthgersen291 9 місяців тому +1

    Hi.
    I'm a gamer too, Valorant too, that's good. But I would like to listen to music in excellent conditions with the same headphones. I have an Asus Xonar DX as a sound card. Which headset is best for locating enemies but also for listening to Pink Floyd in HR audio? I have a budget of around €400.
    I am willing to change sound interfaces if necessary.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  9 місяців тому

      maxwell is a pretty good bet

  • @vanced1665
    @vanced1665 Рік тому +1

    Nice review

  • @jasonemanuel9070
    @jasonemanuel9070 Рік тому +1

    Hi Ryan,would you say the epos is better than my HD560S for fps.I have a maxwell on pre order to the uk,great channel bro

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +2

      i’ve only demo the hd560s for listening to music so not sure, but they both have angle drivers so i can’t imagine them being super different. i’d just keep the 560s and wait for maxwell to arrive

    • @jasonemanuel9070
      @jasonemanuel9070 Рік тому +1

      @Ryan Ho yes I agree,I can imagine them been extremely similar,I have the penrose too,plus many other sennheiser"s,philps etc,I'm not expecting much with the maxwell to be honest.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      yeah the penrose is really good similar to maxwell but maxwell is a incremental step up in sound

    • @jasonemanuel9070
      @jasonemanuel9070 Рік тому

      @Ryan Ho Thanks Ryan,it's nice to watch your honest views its extremely refreshing!

  • @BTN454
    @BTN454 Рік тому +1

    For Epos, we need an amp right? You cannot get a good sound through a ps5 controller plug in?
    I hope you can see this, because u really made me want it

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      i dont think you necessarily NEED one but most things will sound better than the controller lol

    • @HasimFN
      @HasimFN 5 місяців тому

      The dac ks jist a external soundcard. Dont need it

  • @xsensei2184
    @xsensei2184 Рік тому +1

    I still dont know which one to pick h6 pro open or closed which one would you recommend? I play FPS so I'm more into hearing footsteps and be able to tell where they coming from

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      i personally like the epos h6 pro open better. I did the review comparing open to closed

    • @HerdersOntwerp
      @HerdersOntwerp Рік тому

      ​@@ryanhostudioChecked that video but still cant get a clear answer out of that. For me it's the same: alot of FPS so sound is important. Not in a big room and quit. What would you advise? I had the HyperX Cloud II. That one was falling apart.
      After your video I dropped the maxwell and going for the Epos but still confused about the open or closed version.

  • @leonprez231
    @leonprez231 Рік тому

    Can you do another update review on the audeze maxwell please. Including Eq now available on android. Have you managed to find a perfect eq for footsteps? Battery life and what to expect if you start to the 80ba for 80 plus hours. What 80ba actually sounds like in real life. Comfort, extended use with weight of headset. Etc... Many thanks

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      i definitely want to test EQ but i have a PC and an Iphone. if i can figure out android emulator on pc i could get it done

  • @hawaiian-cerveza
    @hawaiian-cerveza Рік тому +2

    Man, if I could get my hands on the AKG Q701 (at $150ish), Id keep it. Its by far th best cans I've played with for fps games. Enormous sountstage and imaging was really good. Only other can I've read that has a better soundstanh and imaging was HD800/S. But thats all the AKG was good for. I didnt enjoy it with music lol.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      we need best gaming and music headphones!

    • @hawaiian-cerveza
      @hawaiian-cerveza Рік тому

      @@ryanhostudio right!? That be awesome.

    • @mrsisig7443
      @mrsisig7443 Рік тому

      you are correct. I used to main the Q701 even when I had the HD800. The AKG aint far behind when it comes to soundstage but gets destroyed with clarity. But that is to be expected. Sadly they are poorly built. I had to solder mine multiple times throughout its 4 year lifespan until I just gave up. But i still miss them to this day.

    • @hawaiian-cerveza
      @hawaiian-cerveza Рік тому

      @@mrsisig7443 oh man if I had the tools to solder I would have done the same. I had quality issues too, they'd only last roughly 8 months to a yr then one of the sides would begin losing sound.

    • @mrsisig7443
      @mrsisig7443 Рік тому

      @@hawaiian-cerveza yeah it is quite a common issue even with the K7XX. It is poor soldering. It is actually quite easy to fix but the fact that you even have to do it is what pisses me off. They are the best gaming headphones though in my opinion. I still plan to fix mine in the future and change the pads.

  • @smoothiepeachy-yh9sw
    @smoothiepeachy-yh9sw Рік тому +1

    I just bought the h6pro open and I noticed that when I play at the max volumes, I can hear some distorsion on the bass and the voice are blending with bass creating some more distorsion. I have this issue in many songs and I don't no why? I have a defective product or I need an amp? I thought that I can listen music on my phone or pc, without amp.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      maybe because your at max volumes not sure why it’s maxed? i have no problem plugging it straight to pc. check if cables plugged in completely?

    • @smoothiepeachy-yh9sw
      @smoothiepeachy-yh9sw Рік тому

      @@ryanhostudio yea, the cable are pulled very well. But the sound at the max volume is very disappointing. I keep it low, at 60% but is too low for me.

    • @kirthgersen291
      @kirthgersen291 9 місяців тому

      the Sennheiser H6 pro at 28 Ohm. It is weak and can therefore be powered even by a simple mobile phone. It's in jack so it's the sound card that powers it. So either you have inserted the jack incorrectly, or there is a power supply problem on your motherboard. Either you forgot the volume button at minimum on the right earpiece!

  • @ivanborovikov267
    @ivanborovikov267 Рік тому +1

    Hello. Can you help please, what do you think are the best headphones for listening music for 150$ or so, but they need to be pretty big?

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      personally at $150 i really like the shure 840a

    • @ivanborovikov267
      @ivanborovikov267 Рік тому

      ​@@ryanhostudio thanks for the advice.

    • @drewmorg.
      @drewmorg. Рік тому

      EPos H6 Pro are $140 on Amazon right now, I think this is a no brainer if you need an all-in-one

  • @Jeakolo
    @Jeakolo Рік тому +1

    Could you fix the bass on the Maxwell through your custom eq?

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      yep you can add more bass at 150hz

    • @Jeakolo
      @Jeakolo Рік тому

      @@ryanhostudio does that improve your opinion on the Maxwell? Or you think it still lacks

  • @sfurious
    @sfurious 9 місяців тому +1

    H6pro or Hyperx orbit S for footsteps?

  • @naturalfitness23
    @naturalfitness23 Рік тому

    Have you tried adjusting the eq settings on the maxwell for better base?

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      yeah bass boost mode and immersive but still not enough mid bass

  • @ur1man
    @ur1man Рік тому +1

    For the H6PRO, do you use the GSX 300 dac? Or something else?

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      i was using the fiio k9 pro but it doesnt have a mic port

    • @ur1man
      @ur1man Рік тому

      @@ryanhostudio Cool, I was thinking of getting GSX 300, but probably not worth it over my K5 pro mini and Fosi Dac Q4.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      k5 pro mini sounds decent? most of fiio stuff i have tried were really good, how is the fosi dac?

    • @ur1man
      @ur1man Рік тому

      @@ryanhostudio The unit definitely gives my open back H6pro good power and sound. I thought I was losing out on features by not having gsx 300 and software from epos. I ended up installing Sonar from Steel Series and followed some tips from another UA-camr, to improve footsteps in fps games.

  • @djmervizzzy
    @djmervizzzy Рік тому +1

    Whats the best hard shell case for the Audeze Maxwell?

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      is it sad i don’t really have cases for my headphones lol….i found this on reddit
      www.reddit.com/r/Audeze/comments/11lad4q/case_for_maxwell/

    • @djmervizzzy
      @djmervizzzy Рік тому

      @@ryanhostudio hahaha I’m kind of the same way also but a case won’t hurt lol thank you!!

  • @flowerdealer
    @flowerdealer Рік тому +1

    Question, do you get crackling/buzzing with your sidetone on the Maxwell?

    • @bullymaquire8797
      @bullymaquire8797 Рік тому +1

      Yeah that was a con on the Penrose for sure. Haven’t heard anyone mention it’s an issue from any of the reviews I’ve scene thus far and as the saying goes - “no news is good news”.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      yes that’s why in my main review i suggested people not use sidetone bc of that issue. i even emailed audeze about it

    • @bullymaquire8797
      @bullymaquire8797 Рік тому

      @@ryanhostudio oh right I must have missed that! Just to clarify that is for the maxwells too? Thanks

    • @flowerdealer
      @flowerdealer Рік тому

      @@bullymaquire8797 I have the Maxwell, and they have the issue, and many people also report it. But some people say it's fine for them, so it might be a hardware fault only in some units.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      yeah my maxwell has that issue. i should probably try it out after these new firmware updates to see if it solves the issue

  • @michaelw197888
    @michaelw197888 Рік тому +1

    I wonder which is better for movies. The Epos is probly better at action movies.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      I would probably still take maxwell for movies but big explosions do have more impact on epos

  • @mykalmatters8322
    @mykalmatters8322 Рік тому

    I have the same issue with the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless that you have with the Maxwell. First, I only use the Nova Pro Wireless for console. I understand they can be tweaked a bit more for PC use. However, on console, I know where footsteps are coming from 80% of the time when play COD. However, there’s that 20% where I’m left wondering if they’re to the left or me, the right of me, in front of me or behind me. I use Gadgetry’s EQ suggestion for console use which has helped, but I still have that issue from time to time. I just bought the Turtle Beach Steal Pro’s. I hear they’re excellent for footstep tracking. They’re still sitting in the box because I’ve been working, but I’m looking forward to trying them out. I’ll probably get the Epos H6 Pro’s as well. I hear so many good things about them. I enjoyed your video. Have a good day.

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      thanks for sharing!

    • @morteno.6144
      @morteno.6144 Рік тому

      The Epos H6 Pro are extremely comfortable imo. i Tried most Logitech, Steelseries and Corsair headsets. Also the build quality is really good most part feeling like metal and no cheap hinges that break (Looking af steelseries). The sound profile is not the best though.

  • @illitero
    @illitero 8 місяців тому +1

    I'm barely at the four minute mark and you've said "in my opinion" roughly 4,108 times, which is even more amusing when considering that most of the things you assert as your opinion aren't opinions. Physical things like long-term comfort and perceived tone and soundstage? Not opinions, they're your _reality,_ hahaha. I'm having fun here, but seriously: you don't need that clarification as you're speaking from the standpoint of your experience. This isn't the first video of yours I've watched to try and get useful info, and I gotta say that a little conscientious self-editing will go a VERY long way for your content. Sorry for being an irritable word-nerd 🤓👍

  • @jeuriarmandomartinezurena7077

    Well, if a $180 headset is better than a $300 the expensive one is almost trash. It’s unfair for the H6pro

  • @jmpnhalla
    @jmpnhalla 8 місяців тому

    dt 990 pro or h6 pro or hd560s for footsteps?

    • @jmpnhalla
      @jmpnhalla 8 місяців тому

      currently having dt770 pro and dont like it

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  8 місяців тому

      h6 pro for me, dt 990 pro treble is harsh af

  • @mtnmankeith9069
    @mtnmankeith9069 Рік тому +1

    The maxwell soundstage seems so narrow. I feel it really takes away from being immersive. Very warm on the ears also.
    Personally I would save a little bit more and get the edition XS open box for $440.00. Best all round headphone for gaming right now imo. I’ve been comparing them to the Ananda stealth. Still prefer the xs for gaming.
    Also get the geekria headband pad for the xs. So much more comfortable and should fit most heads after adding it.

    • @zedetach
      @zedetach Рік тому +2

      Unlike the cloud orbit/mobius it doesn't have a 3d mode and has to rely on dolby atmos for an enhanced soundstage.

    • @farmer808
      @farmer808 Рік тому +2

      If you're gaming in PC, try downloading the DTS spatial audio. I've been using that on my maxwell and it's way better than dolby atmos in terms is spatial feel.

    • @anthonyharding4380
      @anthonyharding4380 Рік тому

      Can these headphones be used with Xbox as well? 😊

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      yeah the edition xs has good and tall soundstage but the maxwell has better and more natural tuning in my opinion

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому +1

      3d mode on cloud orbit is really good people lowkey should try it. i’ve always thought it’s like a closed back headphone imitating open back headphone. too bad all the big reviewers found it “too difficult it understand/use” so the feature was taken away lol

  • @toppichayapon2060
    @toppichayapon2060 Рік тому

    What about nova pro vs maxxell?

    • @Acconda
      @Acconda Рік тому

      yeah I want to know this one, Maxwell vs nova , I know my Novas are much better than my epos h6 pro open back in MW2 on console. I assume the epos maybe better on pc with a good dac. I am on ps5 though

  • @frozengamer3030
    @frozengamer3030 Рік тому +1

    I am still waiting for the Xbox versions?

  • @hp1799
    @hp1799 Рік тому +1

    I don’t think Best Buy carries headsets

    • @ryanhostudio
      @ryanhostudio  Рік тому

      they do in california at least lol

    • @hp1799
      @hp1799 Рік тому

      @@ryanhostudio are you serious so how can I order from California? Can you send me a link I can order right now

    • @hp1799
      @hp1799 Рік тому

      @@ryanhostudio can I get a ZIP Code

  • @zogun
    @zogun 5 місяців тому

    Mic test no? 😂😂😂

  • @NordicNomadv
    @NordicNomadv 8 місяців тому +1

    ouyeah

  • @IAMIAM777
    @IAMIAM777 Рік тому

    Only wireless 4 me

  • @austinsnider5836
    @austinsnider5836 Рік тому

    In my opinion,

  • @Jagz9
    @Jagz9 Рік тому

    Im satisfy for my sennheiser HD598🙂 all around

  • @Jagz9
    @Jagz9 Рік тому +2

    Penrose much better than maxwell pin point enemy

    • @ZxRiGxZ
      @ZxRiGxZ Рік тому +1

      You own both?

    • @Jagz9
      @Jagz9 Рік тому

      @@ZxRiGxZ yes sir