Audeze Maxwell/2
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Pros
- The Maxwell 2 is much stronger as an audio product. It has better clarity, cleaner separation, better vocal body, and much better bass quality. The bass is dense, punchy, cinematic, and controlled without making the whole sound feel clou...
- As for other options, I can also recommend wireless options in that range. Typically a Maxwell 2, Nova Pro Omni or Stealth Pro 2 would be something to consider.
- Another one that is often overlooked (some also had QC issues with it but I didn't) is Maxwell 2 for amazing sound quality, fast tight bass and wireless convenience.
- I love my Maxwell 2 for music on the go.
- Bass does not have the slam of Maxwell 2. It focuses more on speed and control than impact.
Cons
- Maxwell 2 for amazing sound quality. Cons can be weight and lack of features.
- The maxwell 2 is incredibly heavy thats why. Basically any other headset is subjectively comfortable
- I recently tried the Audeze Maxwell 2 because everyone says that they are the best headset out there. I don't know what it is about them, but they hurt my head and I cannot wear them for more than 20 minutes.
- Audeze Maxwell 2: This is what I’m using most recently. I love the sound quality, but the weight is absolutely killing me during longer gaming sessions. I just can’t do it anymore.
- I would have pulled the trigger on the Maxwell 2's, but i have heard there's been a lot of issues with the buzzing / white noise. I have a co-worker who had an issue with the pair he had.
Sentiment
34 positive (71%) · 7 mixed (15%) · 7 negative (15%)
Trust + time weighted score: +60% · raw score 56%
What redditors said (10 of 48)
The Maxwell 2 is much stronger as an audio product. It has better clarity, cleaner separation, better vocal body, and much better bass quality. The bass is dense, punchy, cinematic, and controlled without making the whole sound feel clouded. Gaming cues come through fine.
As for other options, I can also recommend wireless options in that range. Typically a Maxwell 2, Nova Pro Omni or Stealth Pro 2 would be something to consider.
Another one that is often overlooked (some also had QC issues with it but I didn't) is Maxwell 2 for amazing sound quality, fast tight bass and wireless convenience.
I love my Maxwell 2 for music on the go.
Bass does not have the slam of Maxwell 2. It focuses more on speed and control than impact.
for such a high budget you can get a ROG Kithara a good desktop DAC and Maxwell 2 and get some of the best sound quality you want. Have wired and wireless convenience and honestly not need anything beyond these.
In wireless I would pick Audeze Maxwell 2 as that is the one I use.
I found soundstage of Maxwell 2 and 480 Pro to be a bit larger than FT1. I own all 3 and right now Maxwell 2 and 480 Pro are getting used whilst FT1 is in a box... Personally think either of the two is an upgrade in terms of overall tonality, detail retrieval, layering and separation.
Maxwell 2 for amazing sound quality. Cons can be weight and lack of features.
Maxwell 2 stock headband is significantly an improvement in distribution of weight. The ear cups are also roomier and I have ordered StealthZ wicked cushion velour pads that will further boost the comfort. For me these things allow for a better experience than Maxwell 1.
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