As for the noise suppression feature it's for the mic(s), not the sound. I corrected this in the vid, and we will test this more in my next video.

This was awesome. Thank you so much for getting this out there so fast! Looking forward to all of your Maxwell content!!!

Great review. Much more refined in your style. Appreciate the detail and descriptions.

I cannot wait to see this... Cannot wait to see the full review... Keep up the good work big guy...

you the man techne, ive been checking everyday for this video

I've been waiting for your thoughts on this headset! I'm stoked! Set has been ordered. Thanks!

Great video as always, can’t wait to have mine !!

Absolutely perfect review! Thanks:)

Hell yeah. Been waiting for this review

Good job! Excellent review and opinion. Thanks.

so happy that it's finally hear! been waiting so long for this review and now I'm hyped to put in my Maxwell order! istg techne always delivers when it comes to the finer details about headset ownership and that weight had me worried for a sec there, thanks man, keep making your phenomenal reviews, I'll be sure to check out the Penrose V Maxwell vid too!

Techne .... I love u man 🤩🤩🤩🤩 This review what I've been waiting for ❤️🤩

Thank you for the great video. I have just preorder my headset. I'm in the UK . Im coming from artic wireless pro and they were good but didn't blow me away. Can't wait 🎉

The best review I've seen. I've watched 6 or 7 different review videos on these and no one talked about the small details like the voice feedback for every button. Seems like such a small detail, but to me, it's a detail that definitely makes the headset that much better.

So excited for mine to come in. My first time investing in a decent headphone. Great review. Really built my confidence in my choice.

Very nice Video! Thank you

Awesome review! Love your review from a consumer perspective.

That mic, both with and without boom mic, sounds really good. I'm pleased.

the noise suppression is for the microphone. work’s incredible too.

Looking forward to the comparison. I love the sound of the range you are getting. I have the Penrose Xbox version. I don't need a new headset yet but still interested in what's new.

was waiting for this video from you :D! got the penrose lets see how this one goes.

Bro great review. Love the everyday thing test. I know u probably know but that button for the mic. Get video brother

Can’t wait to the comparison to the penrose. I’ve had mine for a while and the sound is still unmatched

The noise suppression setting is not ANC (which the Maxwell does not have), it's for the microphone.

I am so happy with these. Got mine yesterday. A definite upgrade over the Penrose in every aspect. Can't wait for the finalized software. Also... I'm stoked for wicked cushions to release new ear pads 😍

The moment I saw this announced, I knew I'd be sold as long as they upgrade the comfort and wireless range from the Penrose. Thank goodness they did. Also thabk you for the passionate and highly informative content.

Can’t wait to see them compared to your current daily driver. :) my Penrose still sound perfect but I’d be willing to upgrade if it’s worth it.

Just ordered mine from Audeze and did FedEx Priority Overnight (I'm impatient and want my orders ASAP). You have always been my #1 go to for headset reviews!

Just ordered and they’re amazing. I put some speed racer wicked cushions on the headband and ear pads 🔥

Appena ho saputo di questo nuovo modello Audeze ho subito aspettato con ansia il tuo video, ti devo dire grazie perché con i tuoi video e opinioni ho ottenuto le Penrose e suonano semplicemente fenomenali, adesso sono molto curioso di questo nuovo modello aggiornato, l unica cosa purtroppo devo aspettare di avere la traduzione con i sottotitoli in questo tuo video se no mi viene difficile capire tutto al meglio essendo italiano, ma comunque grazie🔥

Waiting for Xbox version as I was waiting for your review thank you very much for your honest I have the Penrose now can't wait til they ship 💪🔥

Nice review 👍🏻 Just, you did not mention battery replacement:)

i just sent my penrose back the headband cracked, thank god they are realising a new headset and using more metal as part of the construction after using the penrose for almost a year i cant go back to dynamic drivers again, the diference in my opinion is just too big. Thanks for the early review keep up the amazing work :)

i wanna say a stinkin thank for the work you do. i'm currently struggeling with my turtle beach 700 gen2 max cause the range of it being soooo poor. being 3-4 meters away from the dongle makes it start crackeling like hell. so i am looking for something else, since i have the second 700 gen 2 max and nothing has changed. in every review you talk about all the information i need for me to make desicion. no other channel does it this compact and to the point. thank you a lot for you help, i will buy these.

Closing music too loud brother. I thought my volume broke down or something 😂 Awesome review as usual. Can't wait for your comparison videos. I always watch those. I'm sad I'm on a preorder too. Might take a month to arrive.

Awesome! Just ordered one. I've been waiting for a new Planar headset and this one sounds like a great choice. I'm currently using the Astro A30's and it's a good headset but it doesn't even come close to planar drivers. I had the HyperX Orbit S for about 2 years before the headset broke, Mostly due to the cheap plastic construction. Those plastic hinges on this one have me a bit concerned but the rest of the construction looks solid. Nothing compares to the build of the VZR Model One though, That thing is built like a tank. Although I wish they sold replaceable ear cushions because once they wear out eventually, There are no replacements available for purchase and they only have a 1 year warranty. Fantastic review as always Techne, Keep up the great content.

Hi techne your the best headphones reviewer on the planet your just so honest and true to your reviews I've had so so many gaming headphones I had tried I play on ps5 only I'm currently using the nova pro wireless and the turtle beach stealth 700 gen 2 Max I use the nova pro wireless more they seem like they sound better I've just ordered the new Maxwell gaming headphones do you think I made a good decision how do they sound and do you think there too heavy because I play every every day 5 to 6 hours everyday thank you stay true

Nice new tattoos!!

I just got my headset the Xbox version coming from the Penrose I definitely am happy with the upgrade I have android and the app works flawlessly I can update the firmware through that wirelessly it's easy also loving the treble boost atm for cod thanks for your help on some things I definitely recommend this headset now my Penrose is a backup hopefully this will help someone

Great video about those headphones, i will wait for Xbox version and maby u will do vs ps ( differences between dolby atmos and tempest 3d ) or just please tell which version of those headphones would be better for using to ps5, tv etc. I would be very grateful 😉

Only thing I’m curious about is the comparison in foot steps between the nova pro wireless. The Simultaneous Bluetooth is a bummer. I’ve seen other vids saying the nova pro is better in the foot step category. If you got the Xbox version a couple months ago at 250 is it worth purchasing the Maxwell?

Nice tats! Also if i did not have the SteelSeries Nova Pro Wireless and I didn't absolutely need the simultaneous Bluetooth and wireless, I would've sold my Nova's and gotten these. Still can't get over that Penrose sound.

Just got my Xbox version. Waited 4 months! So excited for 🎮 games with the bois tonight!

Another great review dude 😎 It’s clear Audeze listened to all the feedback for the Penrose and developed the Maxwell with massive improvements like build, connectivity, battery life and a little on sound as well. However, I’ve watched another reviewer who uses a sound measuring device to measure sound and frequencies, which are pretty accurate has stated the imaging isn’t the best on the Maxwell and this was the case on the Penrose as well I’ve been a desk gamer for a while now and I’ve been using the SteelSeries Nova 7, which is great headset for sound quality, imaging and comfort, but recently I’ve decided to switch to a completely wired headset, Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2. I’m someone who has been around audio for over 25 years and understand what good audio is and I can honestly say that still for competitive FPS it’s the king. It’s the only Turtle Beach headset that has that superhuman hearing mode works properly. Of course, there are headsets like the SteelSeries Nova Pro wired which gives you a little better overall sound quality, but I’ve tried and tested so many headsets and nothing gives you the clear imaging capability like the Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 and the fact that they’ve definitely improved the Turtle Beach Hub app makes it a winner for me Just as a side note, I’m sure there are lots of Apple product users like the iPhone and Mac and the fact that Audeze HQ app doesn’t work on iOS devices is crazy. It works for their other products, but not for their gaming headsets only on iOS

This video is like Christmas for gaming headset enthusiasts and general techne fans 😂

Great Review Techne! thank you. How does the mic compare to the Corsair VIRTUOSO WIRELESS XT?

Hey man! I'm a little late to the video, but I would be very curious about a comparison between these and the Corsair HS80s. I know, totally different price bracket, but I'm still interested. Great video as always!

Ah these seem so amazing. I wish we could get Audeze quality mixed with like the Features and Functions of the Arctis Nova 7X. At that price point i would just love similtaneous bluetooth!

Awesome review. I think your style and GadgetryTech’s style are complementary, and competition for viewership is good for everyone. I’m glad you talked about the missing iOS app (which is big for me because those of us console gamers without personal Windows/MacOS PCs are essentially limited to Razer and Logitech/Astro, though it sounds from your review as though the active on-hardware controls enable all the bells and whistles without needing software. Along similar lines…. Do we know if Audeze is planning to do over-the-air firmware updates (ala, Astro A30) once their iOS app is working, or will users need to own PCs to get their firmware updates? Thanks!

Great review as always. Love your passion and energy. When you review the Xbox version can you please try the USB dongle with the Playstation as well to see it still works? Audeze are being vague about whether it would work (similar to the Penrose) .. obviously they want consumers to purchase both versions for those that own XBox and PS5 💰. Also curious to know if the tempest 3d will still work with the PS5 on the Maxwell XBox version.

Currently using the Corsair Virtuoso and love after getting thicker padded cups, but I think I really would like to give these Maxwell cans a try. Waiting for them to come back in stock at Amazon, think I will get the PS/PC version since I only play on PC and don't own any consoles.

When are they coming to Amazon? I can't wait

plans to upgrade with my Steelseries arctic pro wireless, I guess it was very worth for the upgrade !

I really appreciate your approach, giving us the real deal experience. I just wanna know if I am going to be able to hear that guy running down the hall, when I'm camping in the other room lol.. I own some Razer Kraken Ultimates right now, and I'm not too impressed. Before that I owned some Cloud Orbit S's and they were amazing at footstep detection but the build quality was horrific (snapping plastic above the yokes).. Hoping these can surpass those cloud orbits and last longer than a year. If they can accomplish that I will be more than satisfied.

Hey Techne, thank you for this overview. I've been waiting for some reviews of this headset to come out. One question, if you can clarify, for the Playstation version, do the presets(treble boost, bass boost, etc)carry over to the PS4/ps5? Or are they only limited to PC?

Thanks for this - really appreciate the details. Request - as a Mobius owner could you please compare these to the Mobius. And if you are really feeling cozy, these versus the LCD-GX as well. I'd really love to hear how these stack in the entire Audeze line up. No worries if not. Deep gratitude.

Hi, i have the Penrose, do you recomend the upgrade for the Maxwell? The Penrose Xbox version, also works with the PS5, changing the dongle to PC mode, do you think that it will be the same with the Maxwell? Thanks in advance. Love you work!

Watched this review like 3 times..... sooooooo i think these are the headphones i want. I was so so close to buying the artic pros but i hate having too many things to play with( the seperate EQ control box scares the living hell outta me lol) i just want a dongle i can plug in and away i go...... i normally play all kinda games, FPS, driving, story etc and i think these are the headphones. I was thinking about WZ footstep, would they be as good as the steelseries and then you told us the story at the end..... i hate messing with settings as you've probably guessed 🤣 if you had to leave one setting on forever as a sweet spot for all gaming as an whole, what would you go for? Great review 👏

I have the Astro A50's (gen 3) right now and thinking about upgrading to these. Funny to read so many comments about people who also own a pair of A50's.

I preordered mine on Monday thinking it was going to get it late April but it’s actually getting delivered tomorrow

I’m still rocking the 1st gen Astro A50 lol but ordered these this weekend can’t wait. Hoping I’ll like them better than my A50 when it comes to imaging in fps.

Gamer perspective, thank you!

LETS GO!! Check out the headset of the year!? I impulse bought these instantly. I’ve been using the Penrose for over a year. Wicked Cushions you say?! Can’t wait to slap some of those on too. Do you think Wicked Cushions should make a replacement headband for that leather band? Might want to give them that idea. I’ll only take 1% of profits 😂. I hope this hype is real! Can’t wait for this EXTRAVAGANZA. I was hoping the microphone could compete with a usb mic. Sorry long video gets a long comment lol. Can’t wait to get mine!

Just received my Audeze Maxwell headset. The sound surprised me. Everything is so clean and clear, even in the sea of bass, you are still able to hear every single details of other sound/instruments in the music. The bass are punchy and impactful, not overpowering or muddy like my previous A50. You may not be able to hear much difference from low quality mp3 pop songs, but once you throw a Hi-res song/music on it... woo, it feels good. Only downside is, this headset is heavy.... my neck is tired and aching after using it for a while. Wish they use lighter metal, this one here seems like Steel to me and steel is heavy.

I think you should start showing how to set headsets up as well, these were a pain. Finally figured out it was the usb had to be 3.1 in order for it to work lol.

That mic is nutz!

Would like the comparison between these and the VZR model ones!

Hey Techne, how would you compare these vs arctis nova pro? Maybe you will do that in your next video as you mentioned you gonna compare these to other headsets? Thanks!

Well i was going to buy these (Pre order them) For Xbox/PC. Ive spent nearly 2 years saving up to buy a new headset. But in the UK they are £80 more expensive (US $329=£270). Sorry but the cost difference is ridiculous . Thank you though i like your reviews, lots of information as always. You are awesome when it comes to testing and i love that you give your personal opinion be it good or bad.

I really enjoy your reviews! Please don't change. I can go to other review channels for a different review, I come to your channel because I enjoy the work you do! Maybe one day I'll get to purchase one of these headsets in your reviews, too!

My thing with whoppy cushion is they need to figure out a way to keep the earpads cool but also keep the sound in so maybe a combination of leather and cooling fabric. I found that changing out cushions on headphones they don't sound the same.

The range and comfort are big enough reasons for me to upgrade from the Penrose tbh

Absolutely loved this video. Seeing your excitement during the COD/Warzone part made me all warm and fuzzy lol. It looks like these might become your new favorite headset. Can I pick your brain some more please? This video came at the perfect time, as I might be in the market for a new headset. Playing on PC with Arctis 7p's, that need to be replaced. I hated the new EQ presets on the 7p+'s (but I liked your custom EQs from an older video), and I wasn't a fan of the Nova 7P's when I tried them either, so I don't think I want to try the Nova pro's. Right now I was thinking about the Astro A50's (especially after your video about them from last year or so). Are you planning a comparison video between these and the A50's? If not, which do you recommend? They will be used primarily on PC playing MW2 and/or battlefield 2042, 80% of the time. I already have a 7p+ for my ps5, but I'll get the PlayStation version of whichever new headset I pick Incase I need to swap them out.

Hey Techne - while researching gaming headsets, your videos helped me decide on the Maxwells, which are amazing. But what also caught my eye in your videos are your single color ball caps. What brand are they and where do you buy them? I'd love to know. Thanks, Techne!

Hey, great review! How would you compare this to Audeze lcd-gx? What would you pick?

I think the only thing missing is being able to use Bluetooth and the wireless dongle simultaneously. So far, I’m enjoying the maxwell more than the mobius.

thanks legend, I just bought these based off your review.

Are you getting the fully 80h? as advertised i'm only getting closer to around 50h+ before it runs out

I just watched one of your videos where you don't necessarily recommand a dac/amp for gaming headset. Does that apply to the Maxwell? Or is it in another category?

we definitely need to see how it compares to arctis nova pro wireless their literally same price point and similar features!

I'd like to see a straight wired version of these. Maybe HyperX might do the Orbit thing and slap their brand on a non-wireless pair!

got it today - boy is this thing good :O Thanks recommendig it. Make wicked cushions work on those earpads they are too shallow - my ears touch the drivers and i have normal ears ( wasn't my mum confirming that :D )

Having had 2 Penrose X that have broken crinkly speakers and bricked in 2 different ways under 10 months. I also treated them like fine crystal. Still broke. I have an order in for Maxwell from day 2. I am really only interested in connection drops and for the rest I hope they hold up. they switched the mic gain as secondary now and chat mix primary for the rest. I never used BT/Gaming mix. Better Mic and pseudo noise canceling only on Mic, sure. Maxwell is my last shot for Audeze.

What about the max volume - is it really loud?

Thanks for the review. I actually ordered these the other day. I can’t wait for them! A quick question, if I may... How loud do these get? I have the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless connected to my PS5 and certain games, like MWII sound great a little past mid-volume levels. Other games, like God of War Ragnarok and Hogwarts sound kinda low and …flat? Like, I have to turn the volume about 3-4 notches from max to get that “punch”. I’ve noticed with most headsets, PlayStation systems have always sounded a little on the lower side than Xbox and PC system do, for some reason…

I always see that Xtrfy M4 Tokyo Edition in your videos. Is it good? :D

Hello @TheTechne, how you doing? Love your videos man, help me a lot when i need to do some research on what to buy. Im from Brazil, so its a little bit harder to buy the brand new technology when released. Always need to be looking for someone thats is going to the US so i can ask them to buy it for me ahahah. Anywyas, got the Audeze Maxwell, had the penrose aswell because of your reviwes, and love it! I had the whicked cushions for my penrose, and was really anxious to buy the cushions for the maxwell aswell... Do you have any ideia when they will realese it? And about the software on the headset, do you have any news on it? Thank you for your time! Love yor videos! keep on posting =D Hugs from Brazil!!

I'm not an audiophile or anything like that, been using the Audio Technica ATH AD700x for gaming for a couple years and I thought they were pretty good, just ordered the Audeze Maxwell can't wait!!

Can you make a ranking headset video?

Does Xbox version work with PC and PS5? Like the nova pro wireless? If so, this is a definite buy.

Can you do a 2023 best ever gaming audiophile style headphone? Something that is compatible for ps5 and xbox series x would be extremely useful. As far as I can tell the penrose x is the only option. Would love to know how the lcd gx compares

Question for you man, you experiencing the sidetone crackling issue on your headset? Thanks

Hey I have a question about the Maxwell gaming headset. It looks like they have personalized spatial audio? Is that correct? Like how Creative does with their SXFI app and taking pics of your face and ears? I think Apple is doing that now too with their new headphones...

I just opened my Maxwell and plugged it into the PS5. I then Bluetooth them to my phone and changed the settings to terrible mode or whatever it's called. I then listened to KZfaq premium music KCamp Woozie and that bass was absolutely perfect. I would suggest anyone check that song out if you want to see the headset in action but hey that's just my opinion and opinions are like assholes everyone has 1. I then listened to Seven pounds of pressure by J. Alphonse which has highs and bass and woohoo let's go Audeze Maxwell. They came correct with Audeze Maxwell are a Big and I mean Big improvement over the Penrose. If you were on the fence at all don't be these are the ones. Great review Techne

question, is the audio quality out of the box same as penrose? shall I tweak around it or not? I know you can't really tweak with it right now, but it has pre default ones, Should I just use the "Audeze" option for now?

Stoked to finally retire my trusty and solid A50 gen 3s. Expecting a HUGE upgrade to all around audio experience!

With the headset being out for a few months. It would be nice to see people, not just Techne follow up regarding quality issue. There have been reports of the headband snapping at the same locations as the previous gaming headsets (mobius and penrose). Interesting that we aren't seeing follow ups about durability. Not on audeze gaming headsets but others, seeing that these headsets are more expensive it would be nice to see how theyre holding up months after release.

Techne I really need to know something about them, can you use them connected via aux cable to the controller on your Xbox Series Console? And also, does the microphone work?

The mic... is like 50x better than the penrose... like holy cow thats a massive improvement.

which one do I need to buy for pc? playstation or xbox model?