After years of relentless innovation to build the world's best wireless gaming headset, Audeze presents Maxwell, designed from the ground up for serious gamers. Sound quality, wireless performance, and battery life are all pushed to new extremes, along with the latest spatial audio features and multi-platform compatibility.

Audeze’s partnership with record-setting Call of Duty: Warzone athlete Aydan now takes our best-selling Maxwell headset to a new level. The limited Maxwell Aydan Edition is customized with Aydan’s signature logo and styling and unique earpads from our partners at Wicked Cushions. Enjoy the game-winning audio quality, superior wireless performance, and extreme battery life that have made Maxwell the most-awarded headset of 2023.

Audeze’s partnership with record-setting Call of Duty: Warzone athlete Aydan now takes our best-selling Maxwell headset to a new level. The limited Maxwell Aydan Edition is customized with Aydan’s signature logo and styling and unique earpads from our partners at Wicked Cushions. Enjoy the game-winning audio quality, superior wireless performance, and extreme battery life that have made Maxwell the most-awarded headset of 2023.

Maxwell Aydan Edition Gaming Headset

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  • 80hr+ Battery Life with Fast Charge for All Day Play in 20 min
  • Ultra-Low Latency Wireless with 3X Range of Traditional 2.4Ghz
  • First-in-Class Bluetooth 5.3 supports LE Audio, LC3plus, LDAC
  • Class-Leading High-Resolution Audio up to 24-bit/96kHz
  • Exclusive Aydan design earpads by Wicked Cushions
  • All-New Reinforced Chassis Built with Aluminum and Steel
  • FILTER™ Noise Reduction Technology for Clear Communications
  • Award-winning Audeze 90mm Planar Magnetic Drivers

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Game-Winning Sound

One of the world’s top FPS professionals, Aydan has racked up kills, wins, and championship trophies throughout his partnership with Audeze. Aydan uses precise directional audio to make split-second reactions, on stream and in tournament, thanks to the sonic advantage of his Audeze headsets. “I can hear them coming, even before my own teammates,” he says.

Unparalleled Skill

One of the world’s top FPS professionals, Aydan has racked up kills, wins, and championship trophies throughout his partnership with Audeze. Aydan uses precise directional audio to make split-second reactions, on stream and in tournament, thanks to the sonic advantage of his Audeze headsets. “I can hear them coming, even before my own teammates,” he says.

Forged through Competition

Hear your opponents coming before they find you, for an edge in every match. Leading pro gamers rely on Audeze headsets for their lightning-quick response and detailed sound. Never miss a teammate’s call-outs with quickly adjustable game-chat mix on PC, Mac, and consoles*.

 

*See Compatibility Chart Below

Aydan

Professional Gamer, Call of Duty: Warzone World Record Holder

Aydan
Professional Gamer, Call of Duty: Warzone World Record Holder

Maxwell driver tech

Unrivaled Audio

Powered by Audeze’s latest 90mm planar magnetic drivers, with over 3X the driver area of leading competitors, Maxwell delivers powerful bass and pinpoint precision. Audeze drivers are trusted by leading recording and game studios worldwide, and feature patented technologies including Uniforce voice coils, Fluxor magnets, and Fazor waveguides. Experience class-leading high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/96kHz over Wireless or USB.

Unrivaled Audio

Powered by Audeze’s latest 90mm planar magnetic drivers, with over 3X the driver area of leading competitors, Maxwell delivers powerful bass and pinpoint precision. Audeze drivers are trusted by leading recording and game studios worldwide, and feature patented technologies including Uniforce voice coils, Fluxor magnets, and Fazor waveguides. Experience class-leading high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/96kHz over Wireless or USB.

Battle-Ready Durability and Comfort

Maxwell is built on an all-new premium chassis including aluminum yokes and a spring steel headband for durability. Play in comfort, all day, all night with the deluxe contoured earpads and replaceable suspension strap. Shut out the world around you with class-leading passive noise reduction from the reinforced dual-chamber earcups.

Battle-Ready Durability and Comfort

Maxwell is built on an all-new premium chassis including aluminum yokes and a spring steel headband for durability. Play in comfort, all day, all night with the deluxe contoured earpads and replaceable suspension strap. Shut out the world around you with class-leading passive noise reduction from the reinforced dual-chamber earcups.

Battle-Ready Durability and Comfort

Maxwell is built on an all-new toughened chassis with premium aluminium yokes and spring steel headband. Play in comfort, all day, all night with deluxe memory foam earpads and replaceable suspension strap. Shut out the world around you with industry-leading passive noise reduction from the reinforced dual-chamber earcups.

Maxwell battery life comparison

80+ Hour Battery Life Charge 20minute to Play All Day

Ultra-Low Latency Wireless

Play confidently with reliable stability and 3X the range versus standard 2.4GHz wireless, keeping you in sync with the action on-screen. Enjoy lossless-quality high-resolution audio with the latest in wirelesstechnology, compatible with LC3plus, LE Audio, and LDAC. Switch seamlessly between multiple devices with Bluetooth Multipoint.

A.I. Noise Filtering Microphones

Get crystal-clear communications from Audeze's FILTER noise reduction technology. Using a dedicated A.I. processor, background noise is removed instantly and automatically on any platform. The detachable boom microphone and on-board beamforming array make sure your voice is always heard.

A.I. Noise Filtering Microphones

Get crystal-clear communications from Audeze's FILTER noise reduction technology. Using a dedicated A.I. processor, background noise is removed instantly and automatically on any platform. The detachable boom microphone and on-board beamforming array make sure your voice is always heard.

Ultra-Low Latency Wireless

Play confidently with reliable stability and 3X the range versus standard 2.4GHz wireless, keeping you in sync with the action on-screen. Enjoy lossless-quality high-resolution audio with the latest in wireless technology, compatible with LC3plus, LE Audio, and LDAC. Switch seamlessly between multiple devices with Bluetooth Multipoint.

Ultra-Low Latency Wireless

Game anywhere with increased stability and 3X range from the included ultra-low-latency wireless adapter. Connect to all your devices with the latest Bluetooth technologies including Multipoint and LE Audio, with LDAC for lossless-quality sound.

Customize to All Your Favorites

Get sound that adapts to you, across titles and genres, from Maxwell’s user-customizable multi-band EQ system. Enhance specific sound cues with presets for footsteps, competitive and immersive gaming, as well as bass and treble boosts. With the ability to save up to 4 user-defined EQ profiles, you can try out community-sourced settings, or craft your own in the Audeze HQ gaming app.

Customize to All Your Favorites

Get sound that adapts to you, across titles and genres, from Maxwell’s user-customizable multi-band EQ system. Enhance specific sound cues with presets for footsteps, ballistics, racing, and RPGs. With the ability to save up to 4 user-defined EQ profiles, you can try out community-sourced settings, or craft your own in the Audeze HQ gaming app.

Maxwell Versus

We compared Maxwell against four of the most popular wireless gaming headsets.

FEATURE Audeze Maxwell Steel Series Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Asus ROG Strix GO BT Razer Barracuda Pro Astro A50 Gen4

Price

$299 USD

$349 USD

$249 USD

$249 USD

$299 USD

Driver

90mm Planar
Magnetic
Made in USA

40mm Dynamic
Cone

40mm Dynamic
Cone

50mm Dynamic
Cone

40mm Dynamic
Cone

Battery Life

80+ hrs

22 hrs

45 hrs

40 hrs

15 hrs

Fast Charge

Suspension
Headband

Integrated A.I. Noise
Filtration Processor

Beamforming
Microphones

Bluetooth
LE Audio

BT Codec
Support

BT 5.3 LC3plus /
LC3 / LDAC / AAC

BT 5.0 SBC

BT 5.0 aptX Adaptive

BT 5.2 SBC

Compatibility

Windows / Mac

Ultra Low Latency Wireless
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
Game/Chat Mix
AudezeHQ App Support

PlayStation

Ultra Low-Latency Wireless
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
Tempest 3D

Switch

Ultra Low Latency Wireless
Bluetooth Audio

USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio

iOS

Ultra Low-Latency Wireless
Bluetooth Audio
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio

Android

Ultra Low-Latency Wireless
Bluetooth Audio
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
AudezeHQ App Support

Package Includes

  • Maxwell Aydan Edition headset
  • Detachable hypercardioid boom microphone
  • USB-C wireless dongle
  • USB-C to USB-C cable
  • USB-C to USB-A adapter (not shown)
  • 3.5mm TRRS analog cable
  • Quickstart guide and warranty card
Specifications


Audio

Style

Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back

Transducer type

Planar Magnetic

Magnetic structure

Fluxor™ magnet array

Phase management

Fazor™

Magnet type

Neodymium N50

Diaphragm type

Ultra-Thin Uniforce™

Transducer size

90 mm

Maximum SPL

>120dB

Frequency response

10Hz - 50kHz

THD

<0.1% (@ 1 kHz, 1mW)

Spatial Audio

Tempest 3D

Weight

490g


Microphones

Boom Microphone

Detachable, Hypercardioid

Beamforming

Physical and AI noise reduction, Internal mic for chat


Power

Battery type

Lithium-polymer, 1800mAh

Battery life

Over 80 hrs wireless playback @ 80dBA

Fast charge

USB-C, 5v 1.8 Amp max - 25% charge / 20min (Full charge 2hr)


Connection

Wireless

Ultra-low-latency

Bluetooth: 5.3

Supports: Multipoint, LE Audio, LC3, LC3plus, LDAC, AAC, SBC

Wired - Digital

USB-C with dual-audio endpoints and game-chat mix

Wired - Analog

3.5mm TRRS active

Warranty

1 year

Game-Winning Sound

 

One of the world’s top FPS professionals, Aydan has racked up kills, wins, and championship trophies throughout his partnership with Audeze. Aydan uses precise directional audio to make split-second reactions, on stream and in tournament, thanks to the sonic advantage of his Audeze headsets. “I can hear them coming, even before my own teammates,” he says.

Aydan
Professional Gamer, Call of Duty: Warzone World Record Holder

Forged through Competition

 

Hear your opponents coming before they find you, for an edge in every match. Leading pro gamers rely on Audeze headsets for their lightning-quick response and detailed sound. Never miss a teammate’s call-outs with quickly adjustable game-chat mix on PC, Mac, and consoles*.

 

*See Compatibility Chart Below

Unrivaled Audio

Powered by Audeze’s latest 90mm planar magnetic drivers, with over 3X the driver area of leading competitors, Maxwell delivers powerful bass and pinpoint precision. Audeze drivers are trusted by leading recording and game studios worldwide, and feature patented technologies including Uniforce voice coils, Fluxor magnets, and Fazor waveguides. Experience class-leading high-resolution audio up to 24-bit/96kHz over Wireless or USB.

Battle-Ready Durability and Comfort

Maxwell is built on an all-new premium chassis including aluminum yokes and a spring steel headband for durability. Play in comfort, all day, all night with the deluxe contoured earpads and replaceable suspension strap. Shut out the world around you with class-leading passive noise reduction from the reinforced dual-chamber earcups.

Battle-Ready Durability and Comfort

Maxwell is built on an all-new premium chassis including aluminum yokes and a spring steel headband for durability. Play in comfort, all day, all night with the deluxe contoured earpads and replaceable suspension strap. Shut out the world around you with class-leading passive noise reduction from the reinforced dual-chamber earcups.

Battle-Ready Durability and Comfort

Maxwell is built on an all-new toughened chassis with premium aluminium yokes and spring steel headband. Play in comfort, all day, all night with deluxe memory foam earpads and replaceable suspension strap. Shut out the world around you with industry-leading passive noise reduction from the reinforced dual-chamber earcups.

Ultra-Low Latency Wireless

Play confidently with reliable stability and 3X the range versus standard 2.4GHz wireless, keeping you in sync with the action on-screen. Enjoy lossless-quality high-resolution audio with the latest in wireless technology, compatible with LC3plus, LE Audio, and LDAC. Switch seamlessly between multiple devices with Bluetooth Multipoint.

Maxwell battery life comparison

80+ Hour Battery Life Charge 20minute to Play All Day

Ultra-Low Latency Wireless

Play confidently with reliable stability and 3X the range versus standard 2.4GHz wireless, keeping you in sync with the action on-screen. Enjoy lossless-quality high-resolution audio with the latest in wirelesstechnology, compatible with LC3plus, LE Audio, and LDAC. Switch seamlessly between multiple devices with Bluetooth Multipoint.

Ultra-Low Latency Wireless

Game anywhere with increased stability and 3X range from the included ultra-low-latency wireless adapter. Connect to all your devices with the latest Bluetooth technologies including Multipoint and LE Audio, with LDAC for lossless-quality sound.

A.I. Noise Filtering Microphones

Get crystal-clear communications from Audeze's FILTER noise reduction technology. Using a dedicated A.I. processor, background noise is removed instantly and automatically on any platform. The detachable boom microphone and on-board beamforming array make sure your voice is always heard.

Customize to All Your Favorites

Get sound that adapts to you, across titles and genres, from Maxwell’s user-customizable multi-band EQ system. Enhance specific sound cues with presets for footsteps, competitive and immersive gaming, as well as bass and treble boosts. With the ability to save up to 4 user-defined EQ profiles, you can try out community-sourced settings, or craft your own in the Audeze HQ gaming app.

Customize to All Your Favorites

Get sound that adapts to you, across titles and genres, from Maxwell’s user-customizable multi-band EQ system. Enhance specific sound cues with presets for footsteps, ballistics, racing, and RPGs. With the ability to save up to 4 user-defined EQ profiles, you can try out community-sourced settings, or craft your own in the Audeze HQ gaming app.

Maxwell Versus

We compared Maxwell against four of the most popular wireless gaming headsets.

FEATURE Audeze Maxwell Steel Series Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Asus ROG Strix GO BT Razer Barracuda Pro Astro A50 Gen4

Price

$299 USD

$349 USD

$249 USD

$249 USD

$299 USD

Driver

90mm Planar
Magnetic
Made in USA

40mm Dynamic
Cone

40mm Dynamic
Cone

50mm Dynamic
Cone

40mm Dynamic
Cone

Battery Life

80+ hrs

22 hrs

45 hrs

40 hrs

15 hrs

Fast Charge

Suspension
Headband

Integrated A.I. Noise
Filtration Processor

Beamforming
Microphones

Bluetooth
LE Audio

BT Codec
Support

BT 5.3 LC3plus /
LC3 / LDAC / AAC

BT 5.0 SBC

BT 5.0 aptX Adaptive

BT 5.2 SBC

Compatibility

Windows / Mac

Ultra Low Latency Wireless
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
Game/Chat Mix
AudezeHQ App Support

PlayStation

Ultra Low-Latency Wireless
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
Tempest 3D

Switch

Ultra Low Latency Wireless
Bluetooth Audio

USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio

iOS

Ultra Low-Latency Wireless
Bluetooth Audio
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio

Android

Ultra Low-Latency Wireless
Bluetooth Audio
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
AudezeHQ App Support

Package Includes

  • Maxwell Aydan Edition headset
  • Detachable hypercardioid boom microphone
  • USB-C wireless dongle
  • USB-C to USB-C cable
  • USB-C to USB-A adapter (not shown)
  • 3.5mm TRRS analog cable
  • Quickstart guide and warranty card
Specifications


Audio

Style

Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back

Transducer type

Planar Magnetic

Magnetic structure

Fluxor™ magnet array

Phase management

Fazor™

Magnet type

Neodymium N50

Diaphragm type

Ultra-Thin Uniforce™

Transducer size

90 mm

Maximum SPL

>120dB

Frequency response

10Hz - 50kHz

THD

<0.1% (@ 1 kHz, 1mW)

Spatial Audio

Tempest 3D

Weight

490g


Microphones

Boom Microphone

Detachable, Hypercardioid

Beamforming

Physical and AI noise reduction, Internal mic for chat


Power

Battery type

Lithium-polymer, 1800mAh

Battery life

Over 80 hrs wireless playback @ 80dBA

Fast charge

USB-C, 5v 1.8 Amp max - 25% charge / 20min (Full charge 2hr)


Connection

Wireless

Ultra-low-latency

Bluetooth: 5.3

Supports: Multipoint, LE Audio, LC3, LC3plus, LDAC, AAC, SBC

Wired - Digital

USB-C with dual-audio endpoints and game-chat mix

Wired - Analog

3.5mm TRRS active

Warranty

1 year