AirPods Max Review: An Audiophile's Perspective
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Күн бұрынAre Apple's new $550 AirPods Max any good? As reluctant audiophiles, we give the most in-depth review yet!
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Chapters:
0:00 - Background
0:49 - Comfort/Fit
3:40 - Controls
4:45 - Case/Portability
6:46 - Battery
7:42 - Repairability/Teardown
9:40 - The Good Stuff
9:56 - Active Noise Cancelling
12:22 - Transparency Mode
13:26 - "Off" Mode
13:48 - Bluetooth Codecs
16:48 - The $35 Cable
19:09 - Objective SQ
20:08 - Subjective SQ
21:44 - Spatial Audio
22:36 - Digital Signal Processor (DSP)
23:51 - vs Sony 1000XM4
24:10 - vs B&W PX7
24:30 - AirPods vs The Competition
25:08 - The Problem with AirPods Pro
26:09 - Should You Buy Them?
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The Apple AirPods Max have been released to much fanfare. At a colossal $550, it puts itself way above the competition like the very popular Sony WH-1000XM4, Bowers & Wilkins PX7, and the Bose 700; however, it's still a bit shy of what the hi-fi market would expect in terms of pricing. Are they good? Yes. Quite good, in fact. But are they good enough to warrant their price tag? Watch our comprehensive AirPods Max review to find out.
@robinrai4973 3 жыл бұрын
Dang son, seriously impressed at how you made a 30 minute video feel like a ten minute one
@marcusrauch4223 3 жыл бұрын
I agree. I was like „what? 30 minutes?“ and then like „oh“
@hunterherobrine5209 3 жыл бұрын
Dam thought it was ten minutes and your comment made me notice
@jacob4405 3 жыл бұрын
WTF, I just realised I wasted (not really) 30 minutes of my life. I actually thought 12 minutes had passed!
@KicksandEDC 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, spot on! I had no clue I just watched a 30 minute video. I need to bring this guy to work with me during my 8 hour shift.
@azureactivedirectory 3 жыл бұрын
ikr it’s actually amazing
@Stuntman707 3 жыл бұрын
“Ditch the stupid case and don’t worry about it” - Snazzy 2020
@titou4982 3 жыл бұрын
But then, each time you move, APM exits low power mode ...
@sandi260 3 жыл бұрын
Ditch the stupid terrible ending music Quinn. Who thought that was a good idea? Fire them.
@gamingtech3736 3 жыл бұрын
Netflix: Are you still watching? Someones daughter: 2:49
@goincrazyv2391 3 жыл бұрын
Lmao im happy I wasn’t the only one
@FloridaFX 3 жыл бұрын
LMAO this needs to be pinned
@Jackofafewtrades 3 жыл бұрын
Jesuschrist
@DarnellMckenzieDr3stunna 3 жыл бұрын
Lmfaooooo
@HackxBox 3 жыл бұрын
🤣
@nhatdanglab 3 жыл бұрын
Snazzy lab: unhealthy amount of headphones Dank pods:
@ZeroDrizzy 3 жыл бұрын
I wish his maxs didnt die
@CorredorDigital_ 3 жыл бұрын
dank pods has a STINKY amount of headphones
@ssholeLicker 3 жыл бұрын
None of them rival Zeos
@p3chv0gel22 3 жыл бұрын
@@CorredorDigital_ and an even Stinkier amount of nuggets
@JUDE_WK 2 жыл бұрын
z reviews, joshua v., dms, THS, etc
@elpepito957 3 жыл бұрын
Never has there been a piece of content so anticipated ! Finally ! Let's all help quinn afford that fridge !
@snazzy 3 жыл бұрын
😂
@CarlosIvanFocus 3 жыл бұрын
That's the only reason I'm watching this.
@asduhaisjdjasd 3 жыл бұрын
@@snazzy please try the skullcandy crusher evo :D
@asduhaisjdjasd 3 жыл бұрын
@Ron Bali yes that's why I asked him to review it 🙃
@futureshock7425 Жыл бұрын
Let’s not
@DerekRussell 3 жыл бұрын
"I don't like to call myself an audiophile." Owns Stax
@laundrysauce234 3 жыл бұрын
Honestly lmao
@ActuallySanFrancisco 3 жыл бұрын
i mean, an actual audiophile would never be caught dead using bluetooth anything to listen to music. the fidelity of bluetooth is and will always be absolute shit compared to a proper audio cable.
@TimSheehan 3 жыл бұрын
@@ActuallySanFrancisco Found the audiophile who doesn't understand codecs and location of DACs
@ActuallySanFrancisco 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimSheehan found the internet user who doesn't understand the fundamental differences between wired and wireless signal/data transfer.
@phionfire 3 жыл бұрын
@@ActuallySanFrancisco "Bluetooth will always be shit compared to a proper audio cable"; this is ridiculous and you should know that wireless audio quality will change in the near future, LDAC is the beginning of the end for cables
@lightsoutproductioncompany1883 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best review (and I have listened to several) regarding the Air Pods Max. It's certainly pleasant to hear someone, not only produce an effective review, but do so with extensive technological knowledge and experience. Great job!
@kylenakamura4353 3 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU for comparing the AirPods Max to Bowers & Wilkins! Every other KZfaqr acts like those headphones don’t even exist.
@kylenakamura4353 3 жыл бұрын
@@CoachDitka for what it’s worth, you can find some decent reviews of B&W P7 Wireless, which are the PX7’s predecessor. They don’t have ANC, but the sound quality is the best of all $500 and under headphones. I expect the PX7 would provide a similarly amazing experience.
@DirkDeadeye_ 3 жыл бұрын
Hmm, those look like they might be a good compromise I like the maxes the price is high but pales in comparison to good headphones by far. And the removable cups is great. That’s an underrated feature and not terrible expensive. Just too heavy for me and not a fan of the footprint, I can’t fit em in my bag without worrying about damaging them. Ima check these out.
@kylenakamura4353 3 жыл бұрын
@@DirkDeadeye_ P7 wireless are quite heavy as well, since they’re made of steel and thick leather + memory foam. But they fold very compactly so I can fit them in most backpacks safely.
@JesseDriftwood 3 жыл бұрын
I wish that the included lightning - usbc cable could be used to plug into your MacBook or iPad for audio.
@ConnorCrosby 3 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately that cable will not work for listening to audio. You can only use a lightning to 3.5mm
@JesseDriftwood 3 жыл бұрын
@@ConnorCrosby hence the wishing
@ConnorCrosby 3 жыл бұрын
@@JesseDriftwood ah I misread that. My bad
@ars7374 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a good thing none of the MacBooks have ditched the headphone port.... uhh, yet.
@KaizenOz 3 жыл бұрын
I agree, would be awesome to send some lossless / high res audio to them.
@zollotech 3 жыл бұрын
Great review and always appreciate your input when it comes to audio.
@AvocadoAtrocity 3 жыл бұрын
Thank, Aaron. ಥ‿ಥ
@cheese9812 3 жыл бұрын
where is your review? interested in your thoughts on the apm
@urbanistgod 3 жыл бұрын
The sound signature of the Bose QC35ii is much better. It’s well balanced and the vocals are clear. The vocals of the AirPods Max are recessed and muddy. I’ve done a side by side comparison and I’m returning the AirPods.
@menukasamarakkody9034 3 жыл бұрын
@@urbanistgod Clearly you don't have one.
@urbanistgod 3 жыл бұрын
@@menukasamarakkody9034 Oh yeah how? No one is saying that the APM sound clear. People only praise the soundstage and separation of notes. You don’t know about what you’re talking about. The audiophile in the video said the same thing.
@danielcarlish8265 3 жыл бұрын
They sound amazing. But I had mine for 12 days when the condensation issue under the ear cups caused a electrical short which killed them. This condensation would build up even after the shortest period of listening. It seemed to be compounded by the metal exterior and transitioning between warm inside environments and cold outside environments. It’s a fatal flaw with the design and the fact that the drivers aren’t water proof only compounds this issue.
@DroidLocks6971 2 жыл бұрын
My Personal Airpods Max Experience I Bought The Airpods Max - Great ANC - After Hours Of Back And Forth Testing Against My Sony 1000X M3s Using My Z Fold 3 & My IPhone 13 Playing Music And Even More Movies We Came To The Overwhelming & Very Surprising Conclusion The The XM3s Sounded More Present And Impactful Than The Airpods Max Even When The XM3s Were At A Lower Volume Than The Airpods Max - I Really Did Not Expext This At All Especially With The Airpods Max Costing $550.00 ‐ - With The Spacial Audio On The Max Sounded Even Better But Still My Sony WH 1000X M3s Were More Impactful And Present - The Airpods Max Did Sound Good But In Comparison To My XM3 Over Ears The Max Are Lacking - - I Returned The Airpods Max
@Eleventhearlofmars 2 жыл бұрын
@@DroidLocks6971 you’re about the only person I’ve heard say that. Everyone has different listening experiences though . I personally love Bowers and Wilkins old P7s and think they sound much better than what B&W released afterwards but not many people would likely agree with me ha. Edit: re the original poster about condensation, I experience this issue and now I clean the AirPods after every use and do notice some condensation just from indoor use, I don’t think I’ll use these outside especially in cold weather or any weather extremes, I’ll use other headphones outside.
@dinervc9582 Жыл бұрын
@@DroidLocks6971 either lying or ur family has broken ears.😂
@justindesrosiers3145 Жыл бұрын
@@DroidLocks6971 I hope they’re more impactful, they’re muddy as shit
@Z_3D Жыл бұрын
@@DroidLocks6971 dang those are the ones I’m looking to replace!
@whatupshawn 3 жыл бұрын
Gotta say, I thoroughly enjoyed this review. Mostly because it was so much more than a product review. Kudos for packing in a heck lot of knowledge into a comprehensive format.
@M00NM0NEY 3 жыл бұрын
Ijustine - OMG APPLE IS SO COOL! MKBHD - I hate the case... Linus - I overpaid a scalper to get my AirPods Max Snazzy Labs - A thorough review of the AirPods Max
@FloricaFlorin 3 жыл бұрын
And Faruk (iPhonedo) also did a great video.
@mynamerobbie5100 3 жыл бұрын
Now we wait for z reviews
3 жыл бұрын
iPhonedo - Let me show you
@yashptel 3 жыл бұрын
The headphone show review was also excellent
@williamweatherall8333 3 жыл бұрын
@@mynamerobbie5100 his are really delayed unfortunately. He wanted the blue ones so they were backordered.
@Solidstate 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for choosing my thumbnail! This honestly means so much to me. 🙌🙌
@snazzy 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making such a great one!!
@neekster28 3 жыл бұрын
Wait. There was a thumbnail contest? I don't do social media, so that could be it.
@adityaarun23 3 жыл бұрын
@@neekster28 yep, on twitter
@rupusaireddy1972 3 жыл бұрын
@@snazzy u deserve a lot more subscribers❤️
@DDHDTV 3 жыл бұрын
@@neekster28 he does the thumbnail contest for a lot of good videos on Twitter
@thatdudecancook 3 жыл бұрын
I just got a pair and I’m no expert but they sound pretty amazing I just wish they would go a little louder but I’m also a drummer so my ears aren’t as sensitive as most.
@alielzabidi1009 3 жыл бұрын
For me, they’re a little too loud at max volume. It’s dangerous to listen at max volume (occurring to Apple) but I have sensitive ears so yeah lol I love them tho
@Martin-wx8gd 3 жыл бұрын
@@alielzabidi1009 It is definitely dangerous to listen to any headphones on max volume more than maybe half an hour. If you do this for long period of time you can get hearing loss.
@laithisr 3 жыл бұрын
You probably have hearing damage and will develop tinnitus and hearing issues later in life
@jeffguillen2503 3 жыл бұрын
Just add rosemary salt
@NonsensicalSpudz 3 жыл бұрын
@@alielzabidi1009 welll not according to apple, its based on actual health advice
@HeadsetAdvisor 3 жыл бұрын
I've seen these reviewed on many other channels and am looking forward to doing one as well. Something I haven't seen covered yet which I'd like to touch on is how well these headphones work for business applications. When headsets don't have a USB dongle we've seen many models fail to perform up to our customers standards for their Zoom, Ringcentral, etc. applications. I hope this model performs well in our tests as it looks promising. Thank you for your fantastic review!
@dannywinget 3 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this one
@micahestlin1524 3 жыл бұрын
Bean Waiting
@sheminn460 3 жыл бұрын
Check iPhonedo’s review out. You can experience AirPods Max’s sound. (Not simulation, mic record)
@Yourtaer 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah... I have the Sony (beats the Bose in NC). Tested best noice cancelling headphone. Now this. Switching from iPhone to iPad to Macbook... is one of the extra's. Just the price. I've been waiting for this... to drop. Maybe later this year.
@valentinmoeller 3 жыл бұрын
I waited for this one and was not disappointed. Great work!
@1997mo1 3 жыл бұрын
Moin Valentin!
@PixelSheep 3 жыл бұрын
So trifft sich die Technikszene 😄🎄☃️
@TonyStark-mp6zv 3 жыл бұрын
Please speak English, Danke!
@joerobinnettebiden4723 3 жыл бұрын
Du hier ?
@MatharuCH 3 жыл бұрын
0:10 *sees left arm* IS THAT A HUH-DUH SIX HUNGEOS BY OL' MATE SENN?
@alexanderm8476 3 жыл бұрын
I bet he doesn't own a one grit though
@DirkDeadeye_ 3 жыл бұрын
3 weeks ago this would’ve been a woosh.
@LyricsVillage 3 жыл бұрын
whatta nugget
@maltepalt8242 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry to be a buzzkill but those are the sennheiser hd650
@invi8160 3 жыл бұрын
Hehe
@JordanBach 3 жыл бұрын
You are everything anyone could ever want in an informative KZfaqr.
@furiousbane 3 жыл бұрын
Every review should include a repairability and longevity comment. I think you you are one of the few reviewer that actually think about every day normal people rather then people that change all of their device each year.
@andreasulrich3631 3 жыл бұрын
Battery service fee is missing from the review imho.
@170makes9 3 жыл бұрын
When MKBHD talked about audio quality I immediately thought about Snazzy Q.
@MsToshi1990 3 жыл бұрын
yeah that guy has no idea what he talks about with anything (not Quinn).
@user-dc3pd7us6e 3 жыл бұрын
He owns a HD820. That says it all.
@yihan4835 3 жыл бұрын
He thought M50X is a pair of good headphones, what do you expect...
@sternkrieger1950 3 жыл бұрын
@@yihan4835 Still not as bad as UrAvgConsumer who said the Sony XB950BT are his favorite headphones. That thing sounds like straight up Beats trash.
@trimonmusic 3 жыл бұрын
@@sternkrieger1950 It's personal preference. If you enjoy blown up bass and aren't fussed about getting a true-to-studio sound replication, they're were a good value pair of bluetooth headphones. I own both the XB950BTs and the XB950N1s, and while I have far superior headphones I will often grab the N1s on the way out the door because they're just so much fun.
@jaseyettridge4254 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve had them 2 days, I also own a set of the xm4. The max set are just better all round. From build to the sound, they’re just better. And listening to movies with spatial audio really is something else. The one downside is that price, but they’re incredibly well made, and if you listen to plenty of music on the go, or watch movies on your tablet or phone, I think you can justify paying for them.
@Ronnieleec 5 ай бұрын
I wish the folded and traveled better/USB C.
@jakeblack5712 5 ай бұрын
I totally agree
@13revengex 3 жыл бұрын
As a Carpenter I’ve been dying for some over the ear noise cancelling. The AirPods Pro were over and above expectations but I miss those drivers. Very very intrigued! My last can phones were jbl synchros s400+bt and I loved them. Touch control, long battery, cable option, great sound for a steal. This price point is staggering but for my circumstances I believe it could be there.
@jackyharuhiko 3 жыл бұрын
This is THE review for AirPods Max. Much more pleased after watching it than the hollow MKBHD video which even has wrong info.
@AlJey007 3 жыл бұрын
it isn’t wrong. As usual, the truth is somewhere in the middle. Try putting them in a backpack without that stupid case on and they will be waking up every time you move
@nishant54 3 жыл бұрын
@@AlJey007 it is way wrong and fan like you can't defend that
@TKDdans 3 жыл бұрын
The low power mode was incorrect. It doesn’t take 2 hours to enter; it takes 5 minutes.
@nishant54 3 жыл бұрын
@@TKDdans not incorrect he thought that it was only his opinion
@Dummyc0m 3 жыл бұрын
@@nishant54 His opinion that the headphones turn off after 2 hours?
@excessorizeme 3 жыл бұрын
In for that fire jacket though. 🔥
@retr00000 3 жыл бұрын
yea but where do you get that jacket though?
@karis7539 3 жыл бұрын
@@retr00000 target
@snazzy 3 жыл бұрын
Bape Reflector
@thesaintnoodle 3 жыл бұрын
after seeing him in a bape jacket, i'm definitely convinced that snazzy is the kinda guy to wear 150 dollar plain grey tshirts 😂
@nediache_r1203 3 жыл бұрын
You should do a edc holographic 🔥🔥🔥🔥
@leeringduckling 3 жыл бұрын
Great review! When you say that the sonys are muddled sounding, are you referring only to the default EQ? Bc I’ve found that with a little adjustment on the Sony app you can really clean up the sound.
@MzTravelingUSA 3 жыл бұрын
Great review. Particularly about the clamping on the head. I'm one of those that can't stand clamping pressure. I've had several over-the-head headphones be gifted to friends for this reason. Where I was about to pull the trigger on purchasing them, I'm now in HOLD mode thanks to your awesome review.
@ThisIsTechToday 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review, dude! So dang good and comprehensive.
@DroidLocks6971 2 жыл бұрын
My Personal Airpods Max Experience I Bought The Airpods Max - Great ANC - After Hours Of Back And Forth Testing Against My Sony 1000X M3s Using My Z Fold 3 & My IPhone 13 Playing Music And Even More Movies We Came To The Overwhelming & Very Surprising Conclusion The The XM3s Sounded More Present And Impactful Than The Airpods Max Even When The XM3s Were At A Lower Volume Than The Airpods Max - I Really Did Not Expext This At All Especially With The Airpods Max Costing $550.00 ‐ - With The Spacial Audio On The Max Sounded Even Better But Still My Sony WH 1000X M3s Were More Impactful And Present - The Airpods Max Did Sound Good But In Comparison To My XM3 Over Ears The Max Are Lacking - - I Returned The Airpods Max
@grsamael 3 жыл бұрын
Finally someone talking about the Codecs Apple uses! Great job all in all.
@TheHoofSmith 3 жыл бұрын
I have always had an issue with AAC, it hurts to listen too it. I will always choose an AC3 codec for TV/Movies compared to AAC. I can't buy anything from Apple as it comes in AAC format. I have never experienced true HiFi listening but when creative released their audigy 2 years ago I realised more data was always better.
@furballphoto9627 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a great, detailed, review. So far, I really like my Max and that tip about the Accessibility tweak is amazing!
@robertphillips4155 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciated your comments about AAC. People get hung up on specs and what’s new and don’t always consider whether or not it really affects them.
@ShadowLinkxMaster 3 жыл бұрын
11:46 I demand a SnazzyLabs cement highway mixtape.
@phillipcholewa3476 3 жыл бұрын
The reason why you still can hear the tire on the concrete is simple. You just don’t only hear it with you ears. Your whole body is getting the little swings and make you your own box for sounds 😉
@eggnorman 2 жыл бұрын
I'd almost agree with this, and it's quite possible that this is a big contributor, but knowing how Apple handles ANC on AirPods Pro I know that it hates sounds like that. It doesn't just have sharp sounds playing in my ears - the music distorts and contorts beyond all recognition as the ANC tries its best to compensate for the noise, but it can't do it. AirPods Max have way better mics and dual chips, but I'd still expect a similar effect. On car journeys, I always have ANC off for the Pros.
@milanico2309 2 жыл бұрын
I just did a road-trip from the Netherlands to Germany wearing the Max, ANC was great without any glitches.
@kencooper6232 3 жыл бұрын
Great review - Great personality. You made my day. With age, I've been trying to cut away from large audio systems toward simplicity. It's hard trying to find equivalent sound in miniature. Closest I've come is Kef LS50WII. I've purchased several headphones but forced air heating & cooling detracts from the audio experience. Just prior to watching your review I was about to try the XM4s. There are SO many factors to consider. After your review I changed my mind. Your points on noise cancelling, wiring connection, and accessibility aced it for me. I'll go with the pro Max and hope those bring a stop to all this needless spending.
@_parkphoto 3 жыл бұрын
Best video on AirPods Max. I really appreciate hearing all the very details of how the cable works, how the audio signature is, and charts and everything. Legitimately helpful
@FunFactsAboutTech 3 жыл бұрын
This makes pretty much every other Airpods max review feel amateurish
@raupenimmersatt6906 3 жыл бұрын
DankPods review is also worth to see.
@Raymondey 3 жыл бұрын
DMS review too is worth that, even more detailed description of sound signature
@beautifulbeaner 3 жыл бұрын
Dankpods says they are good they are good every thing else don’t matter
@k.-flynn 3 жыл бұрын
Zeos: "That's... why I'm here."
@comedyjar4522 3 жыл бұрын
*laughs in iPhonedo*
@dfgdfg_ 3 жыл бұрын
Apple: "looks like your head shape is incorrect, buy iHead surgery"
@solessdialtone2514 3 жыл бұрын
lol
@StarLightFIlmProductions 3 жыл бұрын
So basically become a air head
@gearsNtools 3 жыл бұрын
lol drill bits included
@abdelhassouneh7205 3 жыл бұрын
In-depth and shows you know a lot about what your talking about with showing off. Excellent job.
@scott2724 3 жыл бұрын
more informative with practical info than any other video i have seen on these cans. Bought a pair was looking for the best Wireless ANC AND best Wireless sound. Did the adjusting in the accesibility settings and am very happy
@SBruv 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being literally the only reviewer to actually test wired performance!
@benwong1111 3 жыл бұрын
Max tech test wired connection too. Any compare the performance to Sony WH1000XM4 too
@SBruv 3 жыл бұрын
@@benwong1111 Barely. And those guys really don't know jack about audio - I doubt they'd appreciate the difference between wired and wireless.
@muzaqqiralibaig 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I thought there was no wired option because everyone was complaining that they can't edit on Airpod Max but Clearly they can.
@Dreadpirateflappy Жыл бұрын
late reply, but I saw one reviewer even recently with his long term review say one negative about these was that you can't use them wired at all... :/
@fraserembrey5676 3 жыл бұрын
This is a great video, the editing is excellent and I trust Quinn's opinion. Many people take themselves too seriously when it comes to audio or don't really review it properly imo (i.e. just compare to the Sony headphones). This review feels beautifully balanced.
@simioneitor1975 3 жыл бұрын
Watching this video should not feel so therapeutic and soothing, it’s so enjoyable to listen to this guy
@2musiclover534 3 жыл бұрын
Liked - Audio-wise, how do they compare wth the to pend Bluetooth Hifiman Ananda? I assume that the Ananda will be significantly better? Thanks.
@bazza2540 3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the high level of editing effort you have put in to this video. This is TV grade 👍
@isaiahmay5886 3 жыл бұрын
2:49 had me dying, but on a real note, amazing review, truly one from an audiophile's perspective.
@mortenstenberg5452 3 жыл бұрын
Best review yet. how would you rate the base, as i, or my brain, hears base more, and my homepod just slaughters mid tones, are teh sound in homepod max much the same?` - as the homepod. thanks!
@BerkeHitay 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing video! I don’t think I need to look anywhere else for further reviews! Thx!
@welldead8756 3 жыл бұрын
Ready for this review man ! Stoked for it ! I was just waiting for an audiophiles review and you did it !
@Prateek0046 3 жыл бұрын
This is the best review of Airpods Max by far. Not just the cans were reviewed, the details on codecs, conversions and wired mode is amazing, provided that people are able to follow that.
@pedroellis 2 жыл бұрын
Nice review! Im in pain trying to decide if they are worth it having de Sonny Mark 3 with NC or even the low price compared to the Airpods Pro
@JoseCanihuante 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Quinn, how do the Airpods Max compare to the Sony XM4, but AFTER using the EQ in their app? I got the Sonys and although I didn’t quite like them at first (for the same reasons that you mentioned) after modifying the EQ I’m getting a very good sound. Can they sound as good (if not better) that the Airpods Max?
@denisruskin348 3 жыл бұрын
The best review on KZfaq so far, so spot on and full of needed details.
@BananaFarm626 3 жыл бұрын
As a fellow audiophile, thank you for this review, when i first heard the news and the lack of info apple came out with I too jumped on the hate train, but you changed my mind, so thanks
@-z13 2 жыл бұрын
Do you like them a year later? Would you go back and buy them again?
@stevemajors3152 Жыл бұрын
@@-z13 I'm about to purchase ones, so I'm also looking for references 👀
@SimonT54 Жыл бұрын
@@stevemajors3152 Hello. Same! Any updates?
@Robert-iu2ou Жыл бұрын
@@SimonT54 I’m not an audiophile but the sound quality is certainly premium, and the anc and transparent feel seriously luxurious. I do prep work in a kitchen and sometimes get to listen to podcasts, and going from paused in transparency to listening in noise cancelation, feels like walking into a movie, as the background noise fades away nearly completely.
@jasonallen3189 2 жыл бұрын
This was a perfect review. Love your channel. You were born to review, so natural and knowledgeable, i’m so invested into Apple ecosystem, I see no reason not to get these. Thanks for the review and keep up the reviews and content.
@lancevanwormer2987 3 жыл бұрын
Do the headphones still need to be powered on when using wired to power drivers, etc? Or is the sound quality still good while they’re off and wired?
@lampree 3 жыл бұрын
2:50 snazzy’s audition tape
@jacobspang21 3 жыл бұрын
This is the most thorough and thoughtful review of these headphones yet. Thank you!!!
@vincentc77 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the excellent review. Greatly appreciated. What about wired connectivity options for an Lightning only device - iPhone?
@Godsigma7 3 жыл бұрын
Stumbled across this video. Your set up is incredible.
@respect386 3 жыл бұрын
This was an extremely impressive overview. Great job Snazzy!!
@bernardobento5943 3 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly! Incredible
@TLufty 3 жыл бұрын
Best review by a long mile! Quite a few reviews have added “Audiophile” in the title without featuring any audiophile detailed content in the review. Thank you for this🙏🏻
@CSikora77 3 жыл бұрын
Will the changes in audio you make on the iPhone be saved to the headphones so that when use them with your Apple Watch (no phone) they will still be there or is it only iOS devices that can benefit from this?
@nilomanalo 3 жыл бұрын
Great review. I wonder how's the call quality in a different environments such as a coffee shops or on a bus.
@JWJC2425 3 жыл бұрын
The BEST review. I love how well you articulate the sound signature. 10/10
@tatujohnny 3 жыл бұрын
In my opinion this is one of the best reviews on youtube. The review I was waiting for. Thank you.
@alfredolevyachar3331 3 жыл бұрын
If they where the same price, which would you get B&O H95 or AirPods Max?
@reyshintokz2782 2 жыл бұрын
i love how you seamlessly integrate your sponsors into your video. good job.
@ChickenOfMajesty 3 жыл бұрын
Waiting for the Apple press release: “AirPods Max aren’t uncomfortable; you’re wearing them wrong.”
@simpson6700 3 жыл бұрын
“AirPods Max aren’t uncomfortable; your head shape is wrong.”
@kaitlyn__L 3 жыл бұрын
I've seen the makers of the THX Panda say that for real lol. "Move the band forward on your head so it's flat" and so forth.
@U2haveaniceday20 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Video love the work you put into testing.Really enjoyed Deb. 👌✌
@Sanjjeev21 3 жыл бұрын
Does it make sense to use the APM with an external DAC such as the AudioQuest Dragonfly Cobalt or a DAP such as the AK SP2000 to take advantage of the superior DAC? Does the APM in wired mode bypass the DAC inside of it? Thank you.
@snjert8406 3 жыл бұрын
I just started watching, that song in the background is so good!
@hikotee 3 жыл бұрын
This was a college lecture titled as a 'review'. Great watch. Loved it! edit: +1 for the Tron:Legacy vinyl
@joshuasterling2144 3 жыл бұрын
Tron: Legacy=Yes
@teledude9663 Жыл бұрын
Are you using any EQ on these on your phone or laptop? I feel like I'm missing some highs and mids
@hayfire2 2 жыл бұрын
Great video!! About the bi-directional cable. Does the cable charge the battery in the headphones when plugged in, say a mac? Thanks.
@deathsyth8888 3 жыл бұрын
I can't wait for the DankPods review. _(Aussie noises intensifies)_
@beefbossfromwiisports 3 жыл бұрын
Still ridiculously underrated. 10mil KZfaqr right here
@TJKoopa3018 2 жыл бұрын
I recently got a pair and price aside, I do thoroughly enjoy them. I don’t remember the last time I really liked a set of over ear headphones like these. Only complaint is portability but I enjoy how they feel and sound. I appreciate that accessibility tip btw. Helps with the limited customization.
@rmis32 3 жыл бұрын
I had headphones that I thought were pretty good. Trying out the AirPods Max out of curiosity, I fell in love with them. I received my purchase today. After several hours of music listening, I'm very happy that I got them.
@doncristianugalde 3 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this one all weekend long!
@chhabramohit 3 жыл бұрын
This is hands down the best review on KZfaq.
@ShockN745 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Great review :D Regarding transparency mode, I'd be curious to know if you've ever tried the bose 700. On the bose 700 transparency mode is mindblowing, it's akin to wearing a pair of open headphones with no music playing. I'd agree that any other headphones I've tried was not even remotely close in comparison. Now, my question: If you've tried the bose 700, is the transparency mode on the Airpods even better? The reason I'm asking is because I use the transparency mode on daily basis, and any improvement there, if significant, would be welcome :)
@shubhamsahamate6188 3 жыл бұрын
Saying this as an owner of XM4s, I feel that the XM4s are 80% good enough for me, and that the massive price premium is not worth it.
@MegaSteamfreak 3 жыл бұрын
Same. But because Sony is known for making good firmware updates let's hope that we get an adjustment or also DSP options.
@airsoftluke17 3 жыл бұрын
You must be smoking bro they are the best. Airpods max are shitty
@MrKacperk 3 жыл бұрын
@@airsoftluke17 XM4 feels like a cheap plastic toy with boomy sound compared to the Airpods Max.
@helixlacoste6945 3 жыл бұрын
@@MrKacperk Some of us like to run and workout with our headphones... Try to do that with those rocks you call headphones.. Been doing it for years with Sony's and the plastic make them light enough.
@Sinononon 3 жыл бұрын
@@MrKacperk This overpriced piece of crap is nothing compared to the XM4. Lighter and amazing drivers for a cheaper price.
@keco185 3 жыл бұрын
How do these compare to the sound quality of the drop + thx pandas
@Thezapman1 3 жыл бұрын
Just subbed, this is a masterful review well done. Fantastic job! :)
@123payn123 3 жыл бұрын
Next-level indepth review. Well done!
@aslye 3 жыл бұрын
Cool I can buy them now.
@SajidMahmood-rl5ih 3 жыл бұрын
But can you really? Is it even in stock anywhere? (Don't blast me, I don't live in the U.S)
@3katsime 3 жыл бұрын
@@SajidMahmood-rl5ih nope, backordered 14 weeks
@corruptbytes 3 жыл бұрын
@@SajidMahmood-rl5ih you can find them in stores *maybe*
@SGM805 3 жыл бұрын
February 17th ish
@sidebox 3 жыл бұрын
@@SajidMahmood-rl5ih I’m gonna go with no. They come into stock every day in stores in the tiniest trickle here in the US. In NYC they are in stock for a couple of minutes out of each day. I can’t imagine any stock is getting through internationally.
@nagyzoltan755 3 жыл бұрын
The best and most detailed review I saw so far from this product.
@MarkSwi 3 жыл бұрын
What were the 12 tracks you used to test? Really curious about the variance of these!
@RM-lj8bv 3 жыл бұрын
wow, more information than I ever thought I needed. Great Job. I have ordered the space grey ones, long wait till march.
@radiantav 3 жыл бұрын
What an amazing review. I can’t think of a single thing not covered here. Actually I heard more than few things I had no idea are relevant.
@anb1142 3 жыл бұрын
Last time I was this early, Quinn had a beard
@theadamtron 2 жыл бұрын
Hey snazzy labs. As an audiophile myself I can't go past the LG v series phones with the quad-dac. Just wondering if you'd tried the wired jack on any of these phones and what you thought?
@sdutt1990 2 жыл бұрын
Bought the AirPods Max recently (2022) due to very good discounts. Seen many reviews and this is the best one, hands down. I am a mid level audiophile. I have not seen this level of influence software can have on a pair of headphones. (Thanks for pointing out the settings in the Accessibility section - now I can hear the extensions).
@andrewhargreaves1095 2 жыл бұрын
I did the same. $100 off on Amazon so finally grabbed a pair. I love them so much once I adjusted the accessability settings and found a good EQ with Apple Music. On my mac it was easier with SoundSource to tune everything. Most comfortable over ear headphones I've had. Finally can wear them for hours at a time.
@sam-wtf 9 ай бұрын
@@andrewhargreaves1095did you get apple care with them on amazon? idk if i should get it on amazon for less or pay more to get the engraving on apple
@fmercury84 3 жыл бұрын
Great review! “From performing to listening” : curious to know what instruments you play
@sannibh 3 жыл бұрын
This is THE review I was waiting for.
@AlexanderLabial Жыл бұрын
Hi Snazzy, (hope you see this) I unfortunately broke my Bang&Olufsen H8 (back from 2015). Any suggesting as what to replace them with? 😊 I really appreciate your videos and your reviews. Keep it up 👍🏾
@gilbizi945 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome review, subbed. Quick question, is there a plastic barrier of some kind behind the ear cup housing (the holes in front of the driver)? If so, do you think they may protect the driver from the condensation issue?
@DannyDorazio 3 жыл бұрын
Picked up a pair the other day from an Apple Store-- not an audiophile and I really enjoy them. I used my original AirPods so much that when the AirPods Pro came out, I purchased them as soon as I could find stock (I wear my Pros nearly 8 hours a day at work)-- I pretty much did the same with the Maxs. I plan on using them for watching movies in an apartment where I cannot listen to loud cinema late at night. I was initially very nervous that I would be missing out on the benefits of Tidal and a HiFi Bluetooth codec but after testing it out via the wired adapter I can say that I find the difference between Tidal and Apple Music negligible and I don't think I am missing out on anything. I wish that you could use a USB-C to Lightning cable for audio in from a MacBook to avoid using the horrible 3.5 to lightning adapter but it's not a deal-breaker-- I bought them to use wirelessly. Happy that watching your video only reaffirmed my purchase :)
@dangelo2728 3 жыл бұрын
These just don't seem to know what they want to be: a traveler's delight or an audiophile's go to, and they don't do a particularly good job at either. I have no doubt that they sound great, but the way that they are packaged, it just doesn't seem realistic to be able to use these without hitting irritating hassles on a frequent basis. Not overly in love with my XM4s sound signature, but I love the fit, battery life, USB-C, etc. Price isn't too much of a deterrent for me, it just makes it easier to say pass. I think even for $400, I'd turn them down. Great review btw Quinn. Cool to see the cameo from the Miss
@sidebox 3 жыл бұрын
Once you try them you’ll realize you were wrong.
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