Maxwell 2 Marks a Full Redesign of Audeze’s Gaming Headset Line
Audeze has officially unveiled the Maxwell 2, a full redesign of its widely praised wireless gaming headset, aimed squarely at players who care as much about audio accuracy as they do comfort and reliability. Rather than a light refresh, Maxwell 2 is an inside-and-out rethink that builds on the original’s reputation while addressing long-session usability, spatial detail, and cross-platform flexibility.
At the center of the update is Audeze’s new SLAM™ technology, which works in tandem with the brand’s 90mm planar magnetic drivers, Fluxor™ magnets, and Fazor™ waveguides. The result is a frequency response spanning 10 Hz to 50 kHz, giving Maxwell 2 the headroom to reproduce subtle positional cues and large-scale effects without collapsing detail or introducing distortion. For competitive players, that translates into clearer spatial information. For immersion-focused users, it means scale and depth that feel consistent across genres and platforms.
A Focus on Spatial Precision and Communication
Spatial accuracy has always been a strong suit for planar designs, and Maxwell 2 leans into that strength. SLAM™ enhances low-frequency impact while maintaining control, which helps explosions and environmental effects retain definition rather than overwhelming the mix. Footsteps, reloads, and movement cues sit clearly in the soundfield, which matters in competitive play where reaction time depends on reliable audio information.
Communication received equal attention. Maxwell 2 features an updated AI-powered noise-canceling microphone system using FILTER™ technology with expanded bandwidth. The removable hypercardioid boom mic aggressively reduces background noise, making voice chat easier to understand without aggressive compression or artifacts. Hardware-level controls allow quick adjustment without diving into menus, which keeps the focus on gameplay rather than settings.
An updated Audeze app debuts alongside Maxwell 2, offering faster response, cleaner navigation, and expanded customization. The app supports both the new headset and the original Maxwell, and is available on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, keeping system management consistent across devices.
Built for Long Sessions and Multi-Platform Play
Comfort and endurance were clearly prioritized in this revision. The new suspension strap is wider, softer, and ventilated to reduce pressure during extended sessions. Updated ear pads provide more internal space and attach magnetically, making replacement fast and tool-free. These changes are subtle on paper, but meaningful over multi-hour use where fatigue becomes a deciding factor.
Connectivity is equally flexible. Maxwell 2 includes an ultra-low latency USB-C wireless dongle for gaming, along with Bluetooth 5.3 support featuring LE Audio and LDAC for mobile and general listening. Battery life exceeds 80 hours at typical listening levels, backed by USB-C fast charging that minimizes downtime between sessions.
Maxwell 2 is available now, priced at $329 for PlayStation and $349 for Xbox versions, with support across Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Nintendo Switch. With this release, Audeze continues to position Maxwell as a serious option for players who expect reference-grade audio performance in a gaming-focused design.
