My Maxwell's arrived last week and had the WC Freeze pads waiting. The setup is heavier than my prior headset but the sound quality is excellent and the added depth of the WC pads keeps my ears from rubbing. You produce high quality videos based on scientific testing plus first had experience with most other reviewers don't do. No issues with you making a profit on sales kickback, you deserve it for the time you put into the testing.
I just got the WCs for my Maxwell and run them with +1dB @125Hz and -1dB @500Hz based on your measurements. They basically sound stock for me and solve my problems with space for my ears and low clamping force for my liking. It is great.
I just wanted to say a huge thank you for always being so detailed with these videos as far as which headsets or pads develop heat. I’m super sensitive to heat build up when it comes to headsets so your channel is a huge help on so many products!
Yeah man. Best reviews. Thanks for taking time to do this. I have the DT 900 Pro X for music and what not. Would you say those Dekoni Velour are the same experience as those because I've always enjoyed wearing my 900 pro x.
Brian from Badseed Tech recommended you and I'm glad I found your videos. Definitely the most underrated tech TH-cam channel out there. Keep up the good work :)
I love WC! The first time I purchased them, he texted me to see if I was happy with them. I was blown away. Take the money, Joe. Everyone else does. I will still trust you.
Great video, I snagged the velour pads (also own the wicked’s) because I’m used to open back cans and really do not like not being able to hear myself when speaking. Hopefully the velour pads allow me to hear myself and more around me. I don’t care for the maxwell’s “hear through” hiss. I prefer gaming in open back headphones. I use the LCD 2-c’s a lot on PC but for PlayStation, maxwells or epos 38x’s (which is basically a Sennheiser 580).
Another great video Joe, just found your channel the other day and have watched a bunch of your videos. Bought the Maxwell which will be here Sunday and the Dekoni sheepskin pads. Can't wait to try them out! Keep up the awesome work; used your referral link as well. You definitely deserve the kickback my man.
Super useful video! I have started experiencing the same issue with my Maxwells where after awhile the stock pad depth has reduced and my ears touch the inside mesh. WIll be upgrading to WC based on your recommendations.
I would really want to love them but can't get used to the weight sadly. Use them for listening to music once in a while but for long gaming sessions i need something lighter. I am getting the acezone aspire today because of your review about it. Keep up the good work!
I bought the WC gel pads because I live in a really hot zone, but I would get unconformable with the sports material. Then I watched a video from another TH-camr where he mentioned the deafen silky fabric. I found it a lot more comfortable, and I saw a news article about Dekoni making ear pads for the Maxwell, first I was interested in the Velour ones but after seeing your video I got interested in the sheepskin ones, it's a shame that they don't ship to Mexico.
Oh sweet i just bought the dekoni so awesome review. Switching out the wc. The wc are comfy but i do feel like it fatigues my head faster than stock. I wear glasses sometimes so good to know dekoni is still friendly for that.
I definitely noticed a change in imaging with the WCs as well. I initially thought they perform worse than stock, but it is just different. After some time I could pinpoint stuff just as well and stock sounded weird when switching back. I also noticed that when moving from MMX300 to the Maxwell. Seemingly a lot of the imaging performance comes down to acclimatization. I wish PC game HRTFs could be personalized similar to 3D audio on PS5, it is perceived differently by people.
I already have Deafen silk pads, would you say the cost for Dekoni sheepskin is worth it? I understand the Deafen affect sound a bit as you stated, but I have an EQ with them and it sounds fantastic. Love to hear your thoughts, keep the videos coming!
I like my WC freeze pads, but the strap is nothing special, still not comfortable enough since it has no padding. Something similar to the strap on the Steelseries Arctis Nova would be way better.
Got Wicked now but would like to try Dekoni sheep to see the difference but will have to find them from europe. Always thought wicked was the "coolest" of them but now I know better. Great video as always.
Great video, many thanks!! Quick question, for hip-hop music and single player story telling RPG games, which pad would be the upgrade from the stock in terms of sound quality?
Thanks for the in-depth video. Really helpful. My headphone shopping budget has jumped up since watching your channel, bought H6 pro open, TYGR and Maxwell over the last few months :) do you have Audeze HQ eq for music on Maxwell or just use default for music?
Thank you very much for this Joe. I was hoping for some measurements on the Dekoni velour's, and as usual you came through. For anyone struggling to get the Dekoni's in the UK, B&H Photo have them with reasonable shipping costs. For some reason Dekoni ship everywhere except the UK.
Did you buy a launch headband? I thought they had a first batch that was more stiff but it got softer after a while. I didn't really have an issue with stiffness but I think that could be a subjective thing of course. Sorry you didn't like it!
@@GadgetryTech cheers Joe. It's probably a launch one. I prefer the extra holes for my tiny head but yes, it's very uncomfortable. I bought a Sony platinum headset years ago and that was unbearable. I gave it to my friend.
@@GadgetryTech I bought the launch ones, they were so stiff and terrible. They sent the new one out for free, improved, but still sucks. I got padded ones (ZMF Pilot Pad) instead, much better.
Really nice and detailed video! You always smash these vids. I would love a pad swap interrogation on the Hifiman Arya organic/ HE1k line, is this a possibility?
Really good overview. Especially the size overview was helpfull. Much better to see at a glance than talking about one after another. Just orderes the Deafen Silk. Hope they accompany my big ears nicely without being hurtful with glasses. Having both is just a hazzle with headphones 😬😂
Thanks to Joe at GadgetryTech, not only did I buy these headphones, but I learned how to create my own EQ profile!! For 32hz, 64hz, and 125hz I put them all the way to max.. at least I'm pretty sure that's how you do it.
Thank you as always, Sir, for this detailed and indepth pad review. I am glad you decided to get a little revenue back from your links. You deserve a reward for all your hard work and review efforts. Take care, Sir.
that 8Khz Hellofapeak might explain why the Deafens sounded wrong for me, i also really didn't like the cooling Gel on both the Deafen and Wickeds. They created too much clamp force and due to the gel being stiffer, they felt too "hard" after a while and created a unpleasant pressure point on my Jawbone. I was unhappy with stock pads at first too, due too my ears touching the drivers housing and the fit just wasn't right. i then watched Audeze's Video about the Headband adjustment and tried that "offset" looking setting with middle holes on the left and top holes on the right. since then the overall fit changed perfectly and i'm fine with stock pads :) i might give the Dekoni's a try just for curiousity or i'll even try to 3D print something to get some of my ZMF Pads on it :D
Yeah the treble peak was apparent regardless of which Deafen pad I went with. You can always EQ it down a bit to help, but the other pads don't have the same issue. Glad you found a setup that works well for you though!
@@GadgetryTech i guess the Deafens really are just some cheap or ripoff versions from the WC's which didn't turn out too be a complete disaster, saw them on eBay and Aliexpress under different names and prices^^ and also thank you as usual for those nice measurements and detailed pad reviews :)
Thank you so much for your incredible reviews Joe! If not using parametric eq and just using the Audeze app, would you recommend lowering 2k by 3 db with the dekoni sheepskin to get close to stock? I wasn’t sure if you would make the same adjustments. Thank you.
Great video man!! I have a question you didn’t cover. Do the velour dekonis help with imaging and soundstage at all that you can notice?? I know velour can sometimes help that a bit. Maybe it’s just because of the less bass idk haha. Maybe play a game with them back to back and let us know!!thanks dude!!
Both the Velour and Sheepskin have imaging performance closest to stock due to the depth being very similar. The Velour, having less bass, will seem to image better only because the bass is less prominent, but they effectively all perform close to the same. The difference in imaging performance is affected greatly by pad depth and your specific ear pinna, so it's hard to say for sure how much of a difference you'll notice.
Gracias por el video. No sabía que habían tantas opciones de almohadillas para estos auriculares. Me gustaría comprar unos Dekoni, pero por el precio que tienen mejor me compro 2 pares de Wicked Cushions para alternar entre ellos durante los días más calurosos. Otra vez, buen video :)
dang I grabbed the WCs based on one of your other Maxwell vids but now I’m thinking I should’ve gotten the Dekoni for the glasses confort😅 ah well, either way I appreciate your great reviews!
I find myself agreeing with almost all your opinions so I gotta ask: You only get to pick two hifi headphones to cover music and gaming, go: Also really looking forward to the GX review.
Thanks so much! If you need a mic, one open and one closed back. That puts me at Maxwell and Drop PC38X or the Epos H6 Pro open acoustic. If you don’t need a mic, for general gaming the Sennheiser HD560S is great, but the clamp is too strong for me so I lean towards the more expensive HD 490 Pro.
Hi I'm using the Dekoni Velour pads. If I am also using Dolby Atmos for spatial sound, do you recommend I apply your recommend EQ settings to Audeze HQ, or in Dolby Atmos' app itself? Or should I just apply the EQ settings to Audeze HQ and disable Dolby Atmos completely? Thank you.
@GadgetryTech Joe, you mentioned on Twitter recently that Audeze HQ had an important update. Did they improve the imaging on the Maxwell in that update?
Been using the WC freeze ones. I have glasses and the Dekoni Sheepskin looks nice, but the price, jeez.. The shipping cost more than the WC freeze pads.. Also, the WC strap is TERRIBLE (even the updated version).
Joe, ive recently purchased the Maxwells and I feel that the volume does not get loud enough for me. I researched all of the fixes people have found to increase the volume related to bugs with firmware and settings. I do not think there are any issues with firm ware or setting with my set up. I think that they just plain old dont get loud enough. What are your thoughts on the Maxwells general ability to get loud enough. Maybe my ears are not sensitive enough.
My Maxwells were the same low volume and did this and it worked for me. To fix it: • Go to Device Manager • Expand "Sound, video and game controller" • Double click "Game-Audeze Maxwell" • Go to "Driver" Tab • Click on "Update Driver" • Click on "Browse my computer for drivers" • Click on "Let me pick from a list of available drivers on my computer" • Double click "USB Audio Device" Windows should reinstall the driver with generic ones, and audio volume should return
Do you have any recommendation for changing the external mic EQ on the Maxwell? Several friends have complained about the heavy bass listening to my voice.
been waiting on this one. I don't know if it's just me, but on the thinner/front side of the wicked cushions pads they are now misshapen and won't change back to a proper shape I've probably got about 1000 hours of wear time on them
1000 hours is quite a bit for any pad. For example, on a $500 beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or a $350 Sennheiser HD650, the pads wear down at a similar, if not quicker, rate. This affects comfort and sound quality, and often requires purchasing new pads. So while it's a bummer the pads wore out, I'd like to clarify that this isn't exclusive to Wicked Cushions. Best of luck with whatever you decide to replace it with!
@@GadgetryTech thanks for the reply! I might just be spoiled by dekoni, I have probably 5x that on my dekoni lcd-x elite hybrid pads, triple that on my stock focal elegia pads (but those pads are pretty much dead now) and nearly 1000 on the dekoni stelia elite sheepskin on my focal elegias. I tend to wear headphones all day while I work so I rack up insane hours 40 hours a week adds up fast. The wicked cushions were my first gel pad and I do think I got plenty for the money if that's a normal thing
I get it, man; TH-cam can be brutal to reviewers and techfluencers, who are constantly being accused of shilling or grifting. But, the types of people that complain and point fingers are also the type that would never buy anyway, and only contribute to subscriber churn. It's fine to be critical and hold influencers accountable; I think that's a necessary aspect of the community. But most of the complaints I see on the platform are just being critical for the sake of criticism. Set up affiliate links and earn the income you deserve. Your time is valuable. I think most of your dedicated audience would gladly help sustain the channel by using buy links if/when they are available. The community trusts your opinion because you're honest, open, and transparent, and that accounts for a lot. The issue is when a channel's only goal is revenue, because that's not the spirit of the platform, or the hobby. That's not this channel and never has been. From watching your videos over the last few years, I've picked up the Maxwell (twice), the VZR Model Ones, several Epos headsets, the Master & Dynamic MG20, DAC/Amps. I've probably purchased a dozen or more products after watching a GadgetryTech review. As someone that's been in the hobby a very long time and knows reference headphones and IEMs, it's great having someone you can trust that tests and reviews gaming headsets and DAC/Amps from the perspective of a gamer, that is also in the hobby and knows audio products. That's all revenue that could've gone to this channel. TLDR: we appreciate what you do, and I would gladly use a buy link for a product I'm interested in.
Thanks so much! I figure if I use affiliate links in the future, it will only be if I can back it up with some objective/scientific fact so people know the truth behind the product itself without my own opinion. Either way, I'll keep my opinions honest for good measure. Thanks for the support man!
Hola amigo em encantan mucho tus videos pero podrias ayudarme a elegir astro a50x o maxwells ya que me da miedo comprarlos yanque hablan de muchos problemas de calidad y que se mueren de los parlantes simplemente dejsn de sonar estonyanse corrigio en las nuevos lotes me ayudarias porfavor
Really loved the Maxwell but after the second pair developed the crinkle sound only after a couple months I had to switch. Add to that the Audeze warranty taking a very long time and not the greatest communication, it just wasn't worth it for me to go through that all again just for the same thing to happen. Shame because they really are amazing headphones.
What a bummer dude! Mine somehow have been going strong since launch. I use the stock pads lol but I cut two pieces of an old Ethernet cable about 8 inches long or so and stuffed it between the pad and the headphone. Can’t even tell it’s there and ads a little depth haha . I also put a pad from the shoulder strap of a small duffle bag on the head strap and now they are wayyyyy comfy haha . What did you end up getting instead?
Thanks sad to hear, sorry! I still have my launch Maxwell and it's going well. That is still my most used one, as I'm trying to keep the "miles" down on the newer ones.
@Ejziponken1 I waited 3 months when I ordered them new, so that sounds about right production wise. If you got them fast, I would be worried you got a refurbished unit.
i love this headset but a few issues after a few hours the drivers gets moist and i hear like artifact sometimes like 2-4times in 2-3 music and when you push the bases its static they dont like 2 much base but fucking hell it blows the arctis nova pro wired out of the water
After inserting the headphone jack, I heard a spark/pop sound. Now i cant hear any sound on the left side. After warranty expired, am i screwed? UPDATE: Both side has no sound, but switches on with light still. And I can see volume adjustments real-time on screen, using the volume wheel on the headset
If you like the stock pads aside from depth, then I would consider Dekoni Sheepskin. They are the most expensive, but are essentially the closest replacement to stock that also addresses your depth issues.
@@CaveManCole that's what i've been using, they work pretty well, i just wish the build quality was better. I've had issues on two pairs where the plastic ring(?) is not flush with the R earpad and have cut my finger on it removing / installing.
Pretty sure Joe sold us all on the Model One😂 He convinced me on both Model One and the Maxwell. On the topic of the Model one, have you replaced the stock cable?
@@c.carrillo7813 Indeed. Joe has sold me on the Maxwell, Model One, and Stealth Pros. I didn't like the Maxwells, but the TBs were a great wireless alternative. I haven't changed the cable on the VZR though, still fully stock. I've heard of people getting balanced cables though.
It's coming really soon!! Sorry for the delay! I wanted to test it more thoroughly before releasing the video and this Maxwell one took close to a week of testing thoroughly.
Lol yeah... Some were purchased, one sent for review. I figured I should keep it to check them all for any quality/sound differences but they perform identical to each other which is awesome.
Great review again I did go with WC freeze love them. Bought two headsets from your reviews Nova pros and Maxwell Thanks for your reviews your a pro 👍🏻
@@GadgetryTech hey man I wanted to ask, do any of your white products get dirty or yellow over time? I'm choosing between a white and a black headset but idk if it's worth going white when it'll be dirty or yellow within a year. I tend to always wash my hands before using my gaming gear so what do you think? It's for the Astro A50x in case your wondering
I have a dt 900 pro x, got some maxwells as fancied going back to wireless headset with a mic, but they sounded so bad on warzone. Sent them straight back.
Im in the UK & trying to sell myMaxwells Only used them for 5 mins because i quickly realised i don't have a use case for closed backs, so since then they've sat in storage in the box. If you want to buy & you're in the UK hmu.
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I've been waiting to hear your thoughts on these pads. You're truly an amazing reviewer. I bought the Maxwells because of your review.
Thanks so much! I hope this helped you decide haha. I'm a little nervous this vid was too long
@GadgetryTech I don’t mind the long format; I love hearing you talk about headsets.
@@GadgetryTech please could you do an updated eq settings for the maxwell for warzone?
same here, I should receive after 2 days
You're my go to Headphone review channel. Keep it up!
Thanks!
My Maxwell's arrived last week and had the WC Freeze pads waiting. The setup is heavier than my prior headset but the sound quality is excellent and the added depth of the WC pads keeps my ears from rubbing. You produce high quality videos based on scientific testing plus first had experience with most other reviewers don't do. No issues with you making a profit on sales kickback, you deserve it for the time you put into the testing.
PS: I'm a glasses wearer and the WC freeze pads are just fine.
I just got the WCs for my Maxwell and run them with +1dB @125Hz and -1dB @500Hz based on your measurements. They basically sound stock for me and solve my problems with space for my ears and low clamping force for my liking. It is great.
I just wanted to say a huge thank you for always being so detailed with these videos as far as which headsets or pads develop heat. I’m super sensitive to heat build up when it comes to headsets so your channel is a huge help on so many products!
Thanks! I hope that whatever you go with after watching this, it ends up being to your liking.
Literally just opened the box and plugged them in to do the first update and this vid comes out. Good stuff. Thank you
Hell yeah!
Yeah man. Best reviews. Thanks for taking time to do this.
I have the DT 900 Pro X for music and what not. Would you say those Dekoni Velour are the same experience as those because I've always enjoyed wearing my 900 pro x.
Brian from Badseed Tech recommended you and I'm glad I found your videos. Definitely the most underrated tech TH-cam channel out there. Keep up the good work :)
@@t3xas8urns haha thanks! Brian is awesome
I love WC! The first time I purchased them, he texted me to see if I was happy with them. I was blown away.
Take the money, Joe. Everyone else does. I will still trust you.
Nice video as always! Cool to see the measurements which reinforced what I experienced between listening to the Dekoni pads
This headset just got an update from Audeze.
Its simply unbelievable how good they sound.
Do you mean a software update?
According to a comment: since the software update 1.60v the sound quality has deteriorated a bit 🤷
I purchased the Dekoni Sheepskin pads for my Maxwells and haven't looked back
Great video, I snagged the velour pads (also own the wicked’s) because I’m used to open back cans and really do not like not being able to hear myself when speaking.
Hopefully the velour pads allow me to hear myself and more around me.
I don’t care for the maxwell’s “hear through” hiss. I prefer gaming in open back headphones. I use the LCD 2-c’s a lot on PC but for PlayStation, maxwells or epos 38x’s (which is basically a Sennheiser 580).
Another great video Joe, just found your channel the other day and have watched a bunch of your videos. Bought the Maxwell which will be here Sunday and the Dekoni sheepskin pads. Can't wait to try them out! Keep up the awesome work; used your referral link as well. You definitely deserve the kickback my man.
Dekoni Sheepskin gang reporting for duty!
Same purchased the Dekoni Sheepskin and haven't looked back
Super useful video! I have started experiencing the same issue with my Maxwells where after awhile the stock pad depth has reduced and my ears touch the inside mesh. WIll be upgrading to WC based on your recommendations.
I would really want to love them but can't get used to the weight sadly. Use them for listening to music once in a while but for long gaming sessions i need something lighter.
I am getting the acezone aspire today because of your review about it.
Keep up the good work!
I bought the WC gel pads because I live in a really hot zone, but I would get unconformable with the sports material. Then I watched a video from another TH-camr where he mentioned the deafen silky fabric. I found it a lot more comfortable, and I saw a news article about Dekoni making ear pads for the Maxwell, first I was interested in the Velour ones but after seeing your video I got interested in the sheepskin ones, it's a shame that they don't ship to Mexico.
Oh sweet i just bought the dekoni so awesome review. Switching out the wc. The wc are comfy but i do feel like it fatigues my head faster than stock. I wear glasses sometimes so good to know dekoni is still friendly for that.
I definitely noticed a change in imaging with the WCs as well. I initially thought they perform worse than stock, but it is just different. After some time I could pinpoint stuff just as well and stock sounded weird when switching back. I also noticed that when moving from MMX300 to the Maxwell. Seemingly a lot of the imaging performance comes down to acclimatization. I wish PC game HRTFs could be personalized similar to 3D audio on PS5, it is perceived differently by people.
I already have Deafen silk pads, would you say the cost for Dekoni sheepskin is worth it? I understand the Deafen affect sound a bit as you stated, but I have an EQ with them and it sounds fantastic. Love to hear your thoughts, keep the videos coming!
If you are happy don't change a thing.
I like my WC freeze pads, but the strap is nothing special, still not comfortable enough since it has no padding. Something similar to the strap on the Steelseries Arctis Nova would be way better.
Got Wicked now but would like to try Dekoni sheep to see the difference but will have to find them from europe. Always thought wicked was the "coolest" of them but now I know better. Great video as always.
Great video, many thanks!! Quick question, for hip-hop music and single player story telling RPG games, which pad would be the upgrade from the stock in terms of sound quality?
Thanks for the in-depth video. Really helpful. My headphone shopping budget has jumped up since watching your channel, bought H6 pro open, TYGR and Maxwell over the last few months :) do you have Audeze HQ eq for music on Maxwell or just use default for music?
Thank you very much for this Joe. I was hoping for some measurements on the Dekoni velour's, and as usual you came through. For anyone struggling to get the Dekoni's in the UK, B&H Photo have them with reasonable shipping costs. For some reason Dekoni ship everywhere except the UK.
Thanks! I hope you got what you needed from it! I appreciate your support
Thats what u get for leaving EU. xD
Liked and subscribed , quality is insane . Thank you
Looking forward to this. I bought the WC red pads and the headband but the headband is very hard silicone and is not comfortable at all.
Did you buy a launch headband? I thought they had a first batch that was more stiff but it got softer after a while. I didn't really have an issue with stiffness but I think that could be a subjective thing of course. Sorry you didn't like it!
@@GadgetryTech cheers Joe. It's probably a launch one. I prefer the extra holes for my tiny head but yes, it's very uncomfortable. I bought a Sony platinum headset years ago and that was unbearable. I gave it to my friend.
@@GadgetryTech I bought the launch ones, they were so stiff and terrible. They sent the new one out for free, improved, but still sucks. I got padded ones (ZMF Pilot Pad) instead, much better.
Really nice and detailed video! You always smash these vids.
I would love a pad swap interrogation on the Hifiman Arya organic/ HE1k line, is this a possibility?
Stock pads finally starting to wear out (left ear) 😭😭 I went with the Dekoni.
It's a shame Audeze doesn't sell stock pads.
Really good overview. Especially the size overview was helpfull. Much better to see at a glance than talking about one after another.
Just orderes the Deafen Silk. Hope they accompany my big ears nicely without being hurtful with glasses. Having both is just a hazzle with headphones 😬😂
Thanks to Joe at GadgetryTech, not only did I buy these headphones, but I learned how to create my own EQ profile!! For 32hz, 64hz, and 125hz I put them all the way to max.. at least I'm pretty sure that's how you do it.
Thank you as always, Sir, for this detailed and indepth pad review. I am glad you decided to get a little revenue back from your links. You deserve a reward for all your hard work and review efforts. Take care, Sir.
that 8Khz Hellofapeak might explain why the Deafens sounded wrong for me, i also really didn't like the cooling Gel on both the Deafen and Wickeds. They created too much clamp force and due to the gel being stiffer, they felt too "hard" after a while and created a unpleasant pressure point on my Jawbone.
I was unhappy with stock pads at first too, due too my ears touching the drivers housing and the fit just wasn't right. i then watched Audeze's Video about the Headband adjustment and tried that "offset" looking setting with middle holes on the left and top holes on the right. since then the overall fit changed perfectly and i'm fine with stock pads :) i might give the Dekoni's a try just for curiousity or i'll even try to 3D print something to get some of my ZMF Pads on it :D
Yeah the treble peak was apparent regardless of which Deafen pad I went with. You can always EQ it down a bit to help, but the other pads don't have the same issue. Glad you found a setup that works well for you though!
@@GadgetryTech i guess the Deafens really are just some cheap or ripoff versions from the WC's which didn't turn out too be a complete disaster, saw them on eBay and Aliexpress under different names and prices^^ and also thank you as usual for those nice measurements and detailed pad reviews :)
Thank you so much for your incredible reviews Joe! If not using parametric eq and just using the Audeze app, would you recommend lowering 2k by 3 db with the dekoni sheepskin to get close to stock? I wasn’t sure if you would make the same adjustments. Thank you.
Great Vid as always!! Was this test done on latest Audeze Maxwell firmware (v1.0.1.61) apparently the sound changed with their latest update?
It shows what firmware he uses in the video.
I just got the wicked cushions, and although i didnt like them on my older hyperx headset, i really like them on this headset
Yeah the WC Freeze has been the best bang for your buck pad swap on the Maxwell since it came out. Can't beat what you get for the price!
@@GadgetryTech the extra weight is not an issue?
I've had two sets of Dekoni pads. One set made my X2HR's sound way worse. Both sets fell apart after a few months.
Why did you use the WC pads if you say you lean towards the dekoni leather?
Cuz he's sponsored by them and they're their most expensive ones (80$)
What great timing for this video, it's exactly what I was looking for!
Thanks! I was trying to release it sooner but I wanted to cover as much detail as I could.
Same lol just in time
Thank you so much for reviewing this headset, i bought it because of you! :D
Nice I have wicked cushions but prefer the stock cushions for Maxwell
Thanks for the pad info👍 I noticed you used an old firmware version, have you tried the 61 version yet? Heard there were problems
Great video man!! I have a question you didn’t cover. Do the velour dekonis help with imaging and soundstage at all that you can notice?? I know velour can sometimes help that a bit. Maybe it’s just because of the less bass idk haha. Maybe play a game with them back to back and let us know!!thanks dude!!
Both the Velour and Sheepskin have imaging performance closest to stock due to the depth being very similar. The Velour, having less bass, will seem to image better only because the bass is less prominent, but they effectively all perform close to the same. The difference in imaging performance is affected greatly by pad depth and your specific ear pinna, so it's hard to say for sure how much of a difference you'll notice.
@GadgetryTech is coming in clutch with extra info!
Hey man I'm thinking of getting this headphones can you tell me if your pads lasted? Any issues with them as well as this video's over 4 months now.
Im very happy with my Defean silk pads.
Awesome! They feel great on the skin, so I can see why!
Gracias por el video. No sabía que habían tantas opciones de almohadillas para estos auriculares. Me gustaría comprar unos Dekoni, pero por el precio que tienen mejor me compro 2 pares de Wicked Cushions para alternar entre ellos durante los días más calurosos. Otra vez, buen video :)
dang I grabbed the WCs based on one of your other Maxwell vids but now I’m thinking I should’ve gotten the Dekoni for the glasses confort😅
ah well, either way I appreciate your great reviews!
I find myself agreeing with almost all your opinions so I gotta ask: You only get to pick two hifi headphones to cover music and gaming, go:
Also really looking forward to the GX review.
Thanks so much! If you need a mic, one open and one closed back. That puts me at Maxwell and Drop PC38X or the Epos H6 Pro open acoustic. If you don’t need a mic, for general gaming the Sennheiser HD560S is great, but the clamp is too strong for me so I lean towards the more expensive HD 490 Pro.
Hi I'm using the Dekoni Velour pads. If I am also using Dolby Atmos for spatial sound, do you recommend I apply your recommend EQ settings to Audeze HQ, or in Dolby Atmos' app itself?
Or should I just apply the EQ settings to Audeze HQ and disable Dolby Atmos completely?
Thank you.
@GadgetryTech Joe, you mentioned on Twitter recently that Audeze HQ had an important update. Did they improve the imaging on the Maxwell in that update?
I am very interested how these pads affects distortion.
Been using the WC freeze ones. I have glasses and the Dekoni Sheepskin looks nice, but the price, jeez.. The shipping cost more than the WC freeze pads..
Also, the WC strap is TERRIBLE (even the updated version).
I’ve tried all of them. Deafen is the best
Joe, ive recently purchased the Maxwells and I feel that the volume does not get loud enough for me. I researched all of the fixes people have found to increase the volume related to bugs with firmware and settings. I do not think there are any issues with firm ware or setting with my set up. I think that they just plain old dont get loud enough. What are your thoughts on the Maxwells general ability to get loud enough. Maybe my ears are not sensitive enough.
Hello, are you using them on the pc?
My Maxwells were the same low volume and did this and it worked for me. To fix it:
• Go to Device Manager
• Expand "Sound, video and game controller"
• Double click "Game-Audeze Maxwell"
• Go to "Driver" Tab
• Click on "Update Driver"
• Click on "Browse my computer for drivers"
• Click on "Let me pick from a list of available drivers on my computer"
• Double click "USB Audio Device"
Windows should reinstall the driver with generic ones, and audio volume should return
Which headband would you recommend for it? The one from Dekoni, the ZMF Pilot Pad, or the WC silicone one?
Sweet Video, this was really in-depth!
2:22 mic picked up that beard scratch pretty well.
Do you have any recommendation for changing the external mic EQ on the Maxwell? Several friends have complained about the heavy bass listening to my voice.
After I used the maxwells I couldn’t buy the freeze pads fast enough. My ears got so hot I needed to remove them to cool them off.
@GadgetryTech What FW version are you using on your Maxwell ?
been waiting on this one. I don't know if it's just me, but on the thinner/front side of the wicked cushions pads they are now misshapen and won't change back to a proper shape I've probably got about 1000 hours of wear time on them
1000 hours is quite a bit for any pad. For example, on a $500 beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro or a $350 Sennheiser HD650, the pads wear down at a similar, if not quicker, rate. This affects comfort and sound quality, and often requires purchasing new pads. So while it's a bummer the pads wore out, I'd like to clarify that this isn't exclusive to Wicked Cushions. Best of luck with whatever you decide to replace it with!
@@GadgetryTech thanks for the reply!
I might just be spoiled by dekoni, I have probably 5x that on my dekoni lcd-x elite hybrid pads, triple that on my stock focal elegia pads (but those pads are pretty much dead now) and nearly 1000 on the dekoni stelia elite sheepskin on my focal elegias.
I tend to wear headphones all day while I work so I rack up insane hours 40 hours a week adds up fast.
The wicked cushions were my first gel pad and I do think I got plenty for the money if that's a normal thing
I dunno if I missed it or not but was there an EQ for the Maxwells with the silk Deafens? Thank you
I get it, man; TH-cam can be brutal to reviewers and techfluencers, who are constantly being accused of shilling or grifting. But, the types of people that complain and point fingers are also the type that would never buy anyway, and only contribute to subscriber churn. It's fine to be critical and hold influencers accountable; I think that's a necessary aspect of the community. But most of the complaints I see on the platform are just being critical for the sake of criticism.
Set up affiliate links and earn the income you deserve. Your time is valuable. I think most of your dedicated audience would gladly help sustain the channel by using buy links if/when they are available. The community trusts your opinion because you're honest, open, and transparent, and that accounts for a lot. The issue is when a channel's only goal is revenue, because that's not the spirit of the platform, or the hobby. That's not this channel and never has been.
From watching your videos over the last few years, I've picked up the Maxwell (twice), the VZR Model Ones, several Epos headsets, the Master & Dynamic MG20, DAC/Amps. I've probably purchased a dozen or more products after watching a GadgetryTech review. As someone that's been in the hobby a very long time and knows reference headphones and IEMs, it's great having someone you can trust that tests and reviews gaming headsets and DAC/Amps from the perspective of a gamer, that is also in the hobby and knows audio products. That's all revenue that could've gone to this channel.
TLDR: we appreciate what you do, and I would gladly use a buy link for a product I'm interested in.
Thanks so much! I figure if I use affiliate links in the future, it will only be if I can back it up with some objective/scientific fact so people know the truth behind the product itself without my own opinion. Either way, I'll keep my opinions honest for good measure. Thanks for the support man!
I didn’t like the wicked cushions. Watching to see how the dekoni’s hold up
Im fine with you earning kickbacks
I saw that wicked cushion has the freeze pads for the pulse elite. Will you do a video about them?
Indeed!
Hi, do you know that the Razer Blackshark V2 Hyperspeed still has that annoying bug?
Hola amigo em encantan mucho tus videos pero podrias ayudarme a elegir astro a50x o maxwells ya que me da miedo comprarlos yanque hablan de muchos problemas de calidad y que se mueren de los parlantes simplemente dejsn de sonar estonyanse corrigio en las nuevos lotes me ayudarias porfavor
Would these headphones be worth picking up if I own the Stealth Pros?
hey man what headphone stand are you using for the Maxwell?
Shows how great the Maxwell is that Joe does a full video on cushions for it
It’s one of the goats for sure! Headset broke price barriers for value and performance
should i go with wicked cushions, stock, or dekoni im kinda confused on this because im not a enthusiast in any sorts
Play the video one more time.
Way to go Joe! Keep adding those affiliate links! Badass review as always!
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Thanks man!
Really loved the Maxwell but after the second pair developed the crinkle sound only after a couple months I had to switch. Add to that the Audeze warranty taking a very long time and not the greatest communication, it just wasn't worth it for me to go through that all again just for the same thing to happen. Shame because they really are amazing headphones.
What a bummer dude! Mine somehow have been going strong since launch. I use the stock pads lol but I cut two pieces of an old Ethernet cable about 8 inches long or so and stuffed it between the pad and the headphone. Can’t even tell it’s there and ads a little depth haha . I also put a pad from the shoulder strap of a small duffle bag on the head strap and now they are wayyyyy comfy haha . What did you end up getting instead?
Thanks sad to hear, sorry! I still have my launch Maxwell and it's going well. That is still my most used one, as I'm trying to keep the "miles" down on the newer ones.
I waited 3 months for replacement Maxwells when mine broke.
@Ejziponken1 I waited 3 months when I ordered them new, so that sounds about right production wise. If you got them fast, I would be worried you got a refurbished unit.
There way fix the mic or can do you have video on it
Hello,can you say pls, Audeze Maxwell - they have or not noise cancellation?
Only the microphones (both boom and built-in ones) have active noise cancellation.
Please let us know if the firmware update changed the EQ
What measurement rig do you use? Thanks!
What your top 3 headsets for gaming.
Console!
i love this headset but a few issues after a few hours the drivers gets moist and i hear like artifact sometimes like 2-4times in 2-3 music and when you push the bases its static they dont like 2 much base but fucking hell it blows the arctis nova pro wired out of the water
Unfortunately I had nothing but issues with mine and the weight was unbearable.
We need your eq for approximate to harman with wc freeze! Please!
thank you so much for epic review thanks.
the maxwell or the vzr?
I’m on ps5 and only play story rpg games. For the best immersion should I just use the preset or do you have an EQ you’d recommend?
After inserting the headphone jack, I heard a spark/pop sound. Now i cant hear any sound on the left side. After warranty expired, am i screwed?
UPDATE: Both side has no sound, but switches on with light still. And I can see volume adjustments real-time on screen, using the volume wheel on the headset
Joe, could you help make a review on portable cases for Audeze Maxwell please?
thx for the great video mate [:
You bet!
i like the stock pads, but they are not deep enough and my ears rub on the drivers
If you like the stock pads aside from depth, then I would consider Dekoni Sheepskin. They are the most expensive, but are essentially the closest replacement to stock that also addresses your depth issues.
Same issue. The WC freeze pads are game changers.
@@CaveManCole that's what i've been using, they work pretty well, i just wish the build quality was better. I've had issues on two pairs where the plastic ring(?) is not flush with the R earpad and have cut my finger on it removing / installing.
@@GadgetryTech going to check those out then, dekoni makes great pads
Dekonis are 60 bucks at B and H
Just feeding the algorithm
Hell yeah!
POV: Patiently waiting for Model One pads and EQ.
Pretty sure Joe sold us all on the Model One😂
He convinced me on both Model One and the Maxwell.
On the topic of the Model one, have you replaced the stock cable?
@@c.carrillo7813 Indeed. Joe has sold me on the Maxwell, Model One, and Stealth Pros. I didn't like the Maxwells, but the TBs were a great wireless alternative.
I haven't changed the cable on the VZR though, still fully stock. I've heard of people getting balanced cables though.
It's coming really soon!! Sorry for the delay! I wanted to test it more thoroughly before releasing the video and this Maxwell one took close to a week of testing thoroughly.
@@GadgetryTechwhen will the model one new pads be available to order?
@@GadgetryTech Oh, totally not trying to rush you. Take your time goat!
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Lol do you have 3 pairs of maxwell?
Lol yeah... Some were purchased, one sent for review. I figured I should keep it to check them all for any quality/sound differences but they perform identical to each other which is awesome.
Great review again I did go with WC freeze love them. Bought two headsets from your reviews Nova pros and Maxwell Thanks for your reviews your a pro 👍🏻
Pads or not these things are so uncomfortable and stupidly built that it really doesn't matter
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Got 'em!!
@@GadgetryTech hey man I wanted to ask, do any of your white products get dirty or yellow over time? I'm choosing between a white and a black headset but idk if it's worth going white when it'll be dirty or yellow within a year. I tend to always wash my hands before using my gaming gear so what do you think? It's for the Astro A50x in case your wondering
I have a dt 900 pro x, got some maxwells as fancied going back to wireless headset with a mic, but they sounded so bad on warzone. Sent them straight back.
Same, they usually make the headsets sound less detailed or muffled, in my opinion.
Im in the UK & trying to sell myMaxwells
Only used them for 5 mins because i quickly realised i don't have a use case for closed backs, so since then they've sat in storage in the box.
If you want to buy & you're in the UK hmu.