It has the tech, just no license. As multiple people here have confirmed by their experience. You just have to buy the license. I know this because I have headphones that do not support Atmos, and even with my license, they do not register in the App, and do not allow Atmos as an option. The PS version of these do @@Александр-т3н9ж
@@Александр-т3н9ж they have tempest 3D from the ps5 and if you use them on pc you can buy the Dolby atoms license which is basically enabling the same performance as the Xbox embedded license
As a PC and PS5 gamer (Xbox games come to PC too and I have an RTX 4090 rig) so I bought the PS model, and then paid for Dolby Atmos on my PC (for less than the Xbox Maxwell upchare) and I'm golden, if you're like me go this route
What's the difference between what you did and the Xbox version regarding support for Atmos? Is the atmos support in the cans themselves or the drivers on PC? E.g. if I connect the headphones to a FireTV stick, will I hear the Dolby Atmos effects watching Jack Ryan like on a soundbar? Or the licence is in software outside the headphones themselves. Do you know if the answer to that question would be different depending on xbox/ps5 version?
Hi. Thanks for the clarity on xbox vs ps5 versions. The advertising documentation does mention that only the ps5 version supports Tempest3D. Have you tested the use of Tempest3D while connecting the xbox version to the ps5?
The Tempest 3d setting runs on the PlayStation itself and will work with many headsets, including the Xbox version. The Xbox's version of Dolby Digital will only work with the Xbox or PC, but the headset will work find connected to the PS5!
Heads up: It's not just three options for the headband adjustment. You can move just one side and get a much better fit, rather than moving both sides of the band.
So from my research, the xbox and ps5 varients are physically exactly the same? they come with all the same cables and dongle but the xbox one comes with a Dolby Access license for PC users?
Loved my mobius or the sound anyways. Had to RMA three of them because they kept breaking at the ear cup. Can't complain too much cause they sent me a Maxwell to replace the last set
Im on my 2nd mobius, they charged me like 125 i think to replace the first ones, if these crack at the earcup too like the last ones you think theyd charge me to send mine in and get that one?
Great review, thanks. But i did not find here detailed info about spatial sound experience. Does this headset support some kind of virtual surround in any Games? Or does surround work only with Atmos supporting games and just in Stereo mode in all others? For example Logitech Pro X has DTS:X virtual surround, and works absolutely with any games, movies as well. There are quite a few games with native Atmos support. Would be great to clarify it. Thanks!
These sounded great for the 45 minutes they worked but then my dongle died. Turns out they’re hard paired to the headset and audeze wanted me to pay for shipping a brand new, defective product to get it fixed. I’m gonna try getting another pair but you all should know that if something goes wrong, it’s a huge pain.
I went from Astro A50 to Astro A50X to Audeze Maxwell and I swear I can hear instruments, notes, and accents in music which I have never heard before with the Maxwell.
Not all said is true: yes, the PlayStation version has no Dolby Atmos, but that’s because the PlayStation has Tempest instead :) no need for paying more for a Dolby license (actually another fail for Microsoft that customers even have to deal with such things) The Xbox version is compatible with PlayStation, but only as a sideeffect. Audeze themselves says they wouldn’t recommend it and problems may happen
On August 24 of 2023 Sony bought out Audeze. There is no reason to believe PlayStation won't get Dolby Atmos support in the future. It might be most likely in a PS5 pro though.
It's a night and day difference! My Mobius headphones cracked on the left side, I bought the Maxwells and the build quality is MUCH better! One thing too is that most reviewers don't mention is that the Maxwells turn on and off faster than the Mobius does by a noticeable degree!
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my maxwells are to be delivered soon. my mobius broke where the cups join the band and i had to botch it together with plastic glue and tape. im exited for the maxwells to arive
So my question is... Is the Dolby Atmos better than Tempest? I would soley be using on PC, but plan on buying a ps5 later this year? Am I missing out on Dolby Atmos?
I'm a PC and PS5 player, I bought the PS5 version and on my PC I went to the windows store and bought dolby atmos for headphones for $15 and hill shit the Maxwell with Atmos is crazy good. If you go my route you get better PS5 audio (tempest) and still get Atmos on PC for $15 less than the Xbox Maxwell. Do this my friend, and you'll be golden 🍻
Excellent review! New subscriber here 🙋🏻♂️ Quick question, I only have a PS5 and have to watch TV with headphones because I don’t want to make noise for my roommates late at night. I have an LG C1 and it has Dolby Atmos. If I connect them to the TV with Bluetooth, would I still get the Dolby Atmos experience from the TV?
The Atmos license that the Maxwell comes with is for the Dolby access app which we've tested on Xbox and PC. If your LG TV supports the Dolby Access app it could possibly work, but that's not something that's listed as officially supported and it's not something we tested.
@@stiingxx4633 hi If u buy Xbox version, can u write does dolby atmos works with c1 ? I'm in that same situation ps5 + LG C1 and I wonder it makes sense to pay extra do Xbox version.
I have the PS5 version, work great on all devices pc an ps5. Works great on xbox and other devices that the 3.5 mm needs used too. It is heavier than you think. I replaced the ear cups with wicked ones. That does add weight. The headband on me is the main pain point. My head is big so its like sitting on the plastic. Still ok in long plays but you do notice it at first. Also side tone crackles your sound so if that happens to you turn it off. EQ settings work ok. The app is not the best it keeps getting updates on pc and the app so will get better over time. The ANS is ok, I don't notice it that much on or off. BT while your hooked to ps5 is good but i had issue where it would switch to just BT so I had to turn it off. All in all i love the head set even with its issues.
@@juanignaciowilliams3180 if you own an Xbox the choice is obvious. If you don’t own/plan to own an Xbox buy the ps5 version. The only difference is the Xbox version can work with Xbox as well as all other platforms and it comes with a Dolby atmos license. If you buy the ps5 version you can buy Dolby atmos separately for £15 ish. I don’t know why the reviewer stated dolby atmos is only works on the Xbox version as that’s simply untrue
I went from Astro A50 to Astro A50X to Audeze Maxwell and I swear I can hear instruments, notes, and accents in music which I have never heard before with the Maxwell. The only issue I had was the ear pads being a bit too soft, so the tip of my ears would touch the speaker, but I found some cooling gel pads which are a bit thicker.
shoot. i didn't realize there were different models. I was getting them primarily for PC but i have an XSX and PS5 and would use them for those as well....hmmmm...guess i need to send them back
The new PS5 firmware update adds support for HDMI-connected devices with Atmos licenses. Due to this, the PS5 Maxwell will not have Atmos unless Sony adds support via USB and/or wireless devices in the future. If that happens, we imagine Audeze could release a firmware update, but at this time it's not possible for the PS5 Maxwells to have Atmos support.
Thanks for mentioning how exactly it connects to the xbox. No mention on the website/amazon/etc that I could find and all the photos showed a usb-couple. Great video!
The bass response on the Audeze Maxwell is awe-inspiring. The deep rumbling sub-bass pairs with the excellent mid-bass slam to envelop a player in an immersive and visceral gaming experience. www.moon-audio.com/maxwell-wireless-gaming-headphones.html. If you'd like to talk further about Audeze Maxwell, please don't hesitate to contact us at moon-audio.com. 🙂
@@moon-audio Okay, then a counter question. How to watch movies in them? Like the ones directed by Michael Bay? Do they convey not only the purity of sound, but also the special effects themselves? Do they have big bass like the Focal Bathys? Or do I need to adjust it separately in the equalizer?
Both versions do have Bluetooth for pairing with your smartphone if you so choose! We just don't recommend Bluetooth connection for competitive gaming.
I totally agree that these need better software for the EQ. I found an EQ online that made the sound AMAZING but there was an uncontroable variation in the volume so I uninstalled it. I would love to hear your review of some other EQ options. Thank you for the content.
I tested them, and they are little heavy but still provide great music and movie watchign experience. For Gaming? These are one of the WORST... not from the quality aspect, but from the feature lacking perspective. Spat Even this video here: says they are great for gaming because they have great "wifi" (aka wireless) connection, great battery, hi quality detachable microphone, etc... None of these MATTER to the gamers if there is no virtual surround, spatial audio, 3d feel - so people can hear where the enemy is coming from... That is where this headset fails in my opinion... they were never meant to be gaming headset, so I am excited once they come out with one ...
Thank you for the great review! Does the Xbox version sound any lesser on PS5 when connected wirelessly? What about the 3.5mm connection how does this compare on different kinds of devices to wireless?
As we understand it, yes, Dolby Atmos is now supported on the Sony PS5. However, this applies only to HDMI-connected devices which, of course, the Maxwell is not. If you have been able to get Atmos working on your PlayStation Maxwell, please let us know! 🙂
The crinkle of death is common after the 6 month mark with Maxwells. Great sound but when the silver film inside the earcup gets wrinkled, you'll hear it constantly even with them off. I've sent an email to Audeze support. Ill update with the result of anyone is interested. 300 for 6mo failure isn't what I would recommend no matter how heavenly they sound.
People keep saying they have accurate sound, they sound flat compared to my cloud orbit s, whoch this was meant to replace.i tried everything and im disappointed in this headset.
I have the Penrose and everybody raved about it. Honestly it's crap, sound was only "decent" when connected by wire. Comfort was awful, mic was awful. Range was worse than awful even disconnecting when right next to computer. Battery life was less than 7 hours. Sidetone was absolutely terrible. I'm very vary of getting the Maxwell, but my old Steelseries need an upgrade. Anybody have the Maxwell and can actually recommend it?
I already have a Dolby Atmos License for pc do I need to buy the Xbox version or save $30 and get the ps5 version. I have a pc and a ps5 if that helps.
these seem to be just what I want, which makes it even sadder that they cost double the price of the nova pro wireless and aren't even available in any official resellers in my country.
Actually returned these back in August because the clamping force was too much for me. But I haven't forgotten how good the sound was. They dropped significantly in price and I actually sprung for it to give them another go. Ordered a ZFM Co-Pilot Headband and some new cushions (didn't like the Wicked Cushions firsti time) and hope the clamping force will wear off a bit after some use. Looking forward to getting them again in a few days.
I’ve been having nothing but issues with my Astro a50 gen 4 recently and I’m on the verge of giving up with them. I don’t have the money right now to buy a new set but these and the steel series arctics nova pro wireless. I just want a headset that doesn’t give me issues on series x. The new astros look nice but these gen 4 have been a letdown
Forgive me if this a ridiculous question but are these also able to be paired directly to a TV as well or strictly a gaming console? Gamer since Atari 2600 but first venture into headphones. Looking for 1 all around system to pair with TV and Xbox... appreciate the feedback. (Samsung smart TV with Bluetooth)
Not a question we were expecting but it was certainly fun to test! You can pretty easily connect these Maxwells to a Samsung Smart TV. Open the settings app, go to audio outputs and select Bluetooth speakers. Then make sure your Maxwells are turned on and double tap the power button to enable pairing mode. The option to connect came up instantly for us on the TV. From there all TV functions were instantly outputting to the headphones! We do not have an Xbox in office currently, but it seems likely the TV output would also extend to the Xbox. However, this might introduce more compression and latency than if you connect to the Xbox via Bluetooth separately. Ideally you would want to use the wireless USB dongle to output the Xbox to the headphones so we tested to make sure you can quickly switch between Bluetooth and USB output to the headphones on a PC and you can! So the ideal setup would be to pair your Maxwells to the TV via Bluetooth and just leave the USB dongle plugged into the Xbox. It should automatically switch back and forth! 🙂
@@moon-audio unexpected response but very much welcomed!! Thank you for the full walk through as well. Can't wait to become one with entertainment. Thx again!! 🤙🍻
Because Sony bought out Audeze. I did a price check on their Maxwell headphones the day of purchase and I was floored by the price. It wasn't until I looked at reviews the following week I found them to be out of stock when I was willing to buy them.
I’m wondering if the Sony pulse elite is going to be worth it when these are available? I know the price is different but these seem more flexible also could be passable as normal headphones.
You can use either one on a PC. The XBOX version has Dolby Atmos built in which makes the choice easier. If you'd like to discuss this in more detail feel free to contact us at moon-audio.com. www.moon-audio.com/maxwell-wireless-gaming-headphones.html
How does the musicality compare to the Mobius? I actually got the Orbit S, which is a Mobius from HyperX; I EQ it from lower 8k to higher 16k ranges to get the most out of music listening and I don't really mind the cables, do you think I'd benefit upgrading from one to the other??
Using a new PC and playstation 5 want to use it for both, will be using wire on computer since my computer dont have bluethooth. Wireless on ps5, should i buy playstation version and buy a atmos license on my pc or xbox version?
You should get the PS5 version for wireless on your console and then a separate Atmos license on your computer (if you decide you want atmos over tempest.) We have heard Sony is also bringing Atmos to PS5 so your Atmos license should work there as well!
Do you think these are better than the Bang & Olufsen wireless headphones for Xbox/PS5? I know the battery life is better but in terms of audio quality?
We have been incredibly impressed with the Maxwell's so we would imagine they would compare favorably. We don't carry the B&O headphones to be able to make a direct comparison, but we can state that the Maxwells have been some of the best headphones for gaming we have tested!
Are these headphones good for office? I have too many calls per day, so I need a wireless option to be able to walk around, draw on board, stretch, etc. Bose 700 I use right now causes me a lot of issues with the bluetooth stack. It sounds like these might be a good replacement, but I'm worried about the weight.
When it comes to a wireless connection there is a lot of noise/interference introduced when simultaneously outputting and inputting sound. The same occurs with a wired connection, although to a lesser degree. So when it comes to squeezing out every last bit of clarity and performance for a competitive edge, it is a best practice to have a dedicated mic so that your headphones are only receiving sound. This mitigates any potential loss in quality. Plus, a dedicated mic will make your voice clearer for your teammates at the end of the day. The Maxwells having a good built-in mic is an awesome feature for ease of use, traveling and more laid-back playing sessions, but not endgame for competitive play as an all-in-one device. Hope this helps! Thanks for the comment! 😀
I got a question you said that you tested the xbox and ps5 maxwells on the ps5 and you said that the ps5 maxwells were louder, so if you test the xbox maxwells on the xbox would the xbox maxwells be louder on the xbox
The wireless of the PS5 version does not work with the Xbox, so if you use an Xbox you will want to get the Xbox version! You can still use the PS5 version via the Xbox buy using the cabled Aux out, but that's the only way to get them to work together.
That's something we will keep in mind for future testing! In theory the performance should be very similar to how well the Xbox performs with Atmos. As a whole we find Dolby Atmos to be better than tempest, so we would recommend trying out Atmos if you had the headset.
The new PS5 firmware update adds support for HDMI-connected devices with Atmos licenses. Due to this, the PS5 Maxwell will not have Atmos unless Sony adds support via USB and/or wireless devices in the future. At this time, it doesn't seem possible for the PS5 Maxwells to have Atmos support.
@@JayR_aus Both versions work fine on PS5 and the Dolby Atmos you get with the Xbox version is just a license code that’s attached to your account. It works on both pc and Xbox. For it to work on PlayStation, Sony needs to add the ability to connect an account to activate Dolby atmos. The headset itself does not have Dolby atmos so the PlayStation version do support it, it’s Sony that needs to give the ability to use it.
Depends on your sound card's specs and I/O. We find that connecting via the Maxwell's included USB-C dongle or a USB-C cable direct from the headphones to your computer works best. 🙂
Great coverage. Why dont these headphones let you connect via USB direct into the AV Reciever? That way you can output whatever sound from whatever devices you have connected to the reciever. Its odd everything has to be platform specific. Maybe Im missing something. Ordered these, but wondering if I can just hook the USB dongle into my Marantz SR6014 Av reciever and output the sound that way? Guessing not. Its a little irritating to constantly be wearing out USB -ports every time you switch devices and with limited USB slots on PS5 and Series X, problematic since I use brooke adapters to use multiple controllers on those platforms. Might have to use the back USB port on Series X, unsure if PS5 has extra USB ports.
Try it out and let us know if it works via USB on your Marantz receiver. If not, we'd recommend sticking to your console USB ports for the best experience. 🙂
Just tried it out earlier. Could not get sound to break through. I believe I tried the switch on the dongle too, in both modes. Doesnt seem to work. Sometimes ya gotta fiddle with these things multiple times, which I didnt do, but Im assuming it does not work. Awesome headphones thouhg@@moon-audio
Unfortunately, I have yet to see AV receivers "output" audio to usb devices. @@theconsolekiller7113 That being said, you could also consider getting a USB switchable hub to switch between the devices as an alternative
I have the PlayStation version and using them on my PS5. Current Firmware. I'm having an issue when watching movies through Netflix, Hulu, Prime etc... On most of the movies (about 90%) the actors voices sound separate from the movie itself, almost like they are on another audio track and overlaid into the movie, regardless of EQ setting. That's the best way I can describe it. It is a stark contrast from other headphones I have used in the past, most recently Astro A50's, that sound more natural in having all the sounds/voices of the movie blend together. Anyone else experiencing this? Any fix for this?
How are these compared to the A50? I love my A50 but now the optical chord isn’t working and I can’t figure it out. And when you use only USB and no optical they don’t sound nearly as good. No bass and just not as full. How do these compare to using the A50 when you have the optical?
If you own a $15 Dolby Atmos license, the PS ones work great with Atmos on a PC. Using them right now.
Playstation version doesn't have Dolby atmos tech
Well tell that to the Dolby Atmos app that is is registered and working with...@@Александр-т3н9ж
It has the tech, just no license. As multiple people here have confirmed by their experience. You just have to buy the license. I know this because I have headphones that do not support Atmos, and even with my license, they do not register in the App, and do not allow Atmos as an option. The PS version of these do
@@Александр-т3н9ж
@@Александр-т3н9ж they have tempest 3D from the ps5 and if you use them on pc you can buy the Dolby atoms license which is basically enabling the same performance as the Xbox embedded license
@@Александр-т3н9ж not true
dislike for putting a click bait false title for your review!
As a PC and PS5 gamer (Xbox games come to PC too and I have an RTX 4090 rig) so I bought the PS model, and then paid for Dolby Atmos on my PC (for less than the Xbox Maxwell upchare) and I'm golden, if you're like me go this route
Glad someone else said this. 299+15 (Atmos is $15) is 314. That is what I am doing as well. They sound great on the PC with the Atmos license.
@@RobertGalloway ohh thats great i thought I'll have to get atmos again! my laptop came with it!
is there some way to make dolby access open while you start up your pc?
Thanks for this tidbit! I'm exactly this kind of a gamer and I'm going to go that route, makes the most sense.
What's the difference between what you did and the Xbox version regarding support for Atmos? Is the atmos support in the cans themselves or the drivers on PC? E.g. if I connect the headphones to a FireTV stick, will I hear the Dolby Atmos effects watching Jack Ryan like on a soundbar? Or the licence is in software outside the headphones themselves. Do you know if the answer to that question would be different depending on xbox/ps5 version?
I don’t like your video title.. clickbait. I watched the video and don’t even know at the end which mistake you are talking about
Don't buy the PS5 version I guess :D
Hi. Thanks for the clarity on xbox vs ps5 versions. The advertising documentation does mention that only the ps5 version supports Tempest3D. Have you tested the use of Tempest3D while connecting the xbox version to the ps5?
The Tempest 3d setting runs on the PlayStation itself and will work with many headsets, including the Xbox version. The Xbox's version of Dolby Digital will only work with the Xbox or PC, but the headset will work find connected to the PS5!
@@moon-audio Thanks for taking the time to reply. Really appreciate it.
Heads up: It's not just three options for the headband adjustment. You can move just one side and get a much better fit, rather than moving both sides of the band.
So from my research, the xbox and ps5 varients are physically exactly the same? they come with all the same cables and dongle but the xbox one comes with a Dolby Access license for PC users?
Is it a code in the box or is it encoded into the hardware?
@@michaelcarson8375 It encoded into the hardware.
Just bought the Audeze Maxwell, and also the wicked cushions cooling ear pads and headband for it!! So looking forward to it arriving next week!
Loved my mobius or the sound anyways. Had to RMA three of them because they kept breaking at the ear cup. Can't complain too much cause they sent me a Maxwell to replace the last set
Im on my 2nd mobius, they charged me like 125 i think to replace the first ones, if these crack at the earcup too like the last ones you think theyd charge me to send mine in and get that one?
@@Daniel-gi1cy they never charged me. I had 3 different mobius. When this set cracks ask them if they can send you A Maxwell instead.
Great review, thanks. But i did not find here detailed info about spatial sound experience. Does this headset support some kind of virtual surround in any Games? Or does surround work only with Atmos supporting games and just in Stereo mode in all others? For example Logitech Pro X has DTS:X virtual surround, and works absolutely with any games, movies as well. There are quite a few games with native Atmos support. Would be great to clarify it. Thanks!
atmos work with all games and movies supported or not, it can even convert stereo into 7.1 audio just like dtx etc
Just picked up the xbox version for my Pc for a steal at $250 they are so far amazing better than the plastic Penrose.
These sounded great for the 45 minutes they worked but then my dongle died. Turns out they’re hard paired to the headset and audeze wanted me to pay for shipping a brand new, defective product to get it fixed. I’m gonna try getting another pair but you all should know that if something goes wrong, it’s a huge pain.
I went from Astro A50 to Astro A50X to Audeze Maxwell and I swear I can hear instruments, notes, and accents in music which I have never heard before with the Maxwell.
How is netflix on the maxwells?
@@austin4700 Dunno, but the sound is awesome on TH-cam and Prime Video.
Best gaming headset 2023: Audeze maxwell , TB stealth pro.
can anyone comment as to sound quality via aux to both console's controllers vs wireless audio via dongle?
Ain’t this the brother who got brain damage from that one boxing match
I don't get it - what mistake shouldn't I make?
Ive had mine for about 9 months now and loving them, awesome sound and the blooming batteries never run out.
how did you get past the poor microphone quality on discord?
@@4o9k i dont use discord 😀
Well since Sony recently bought the company Audeze I'm almost 100% sure that the PC/Xbox will remain compatible with the PlayStation console.
Not all said is true: yes, the PlayStation version has no Dolby Atmos, but that’s because the PlayStation has Tempest instead :) no need for paying more for a Dolby license (actually another fail for Microsoft that customers even have to deal with such things)
The Xbox version is compatible with PlayStation, but only as a sideeffect. Audeze themselves says they wouldn’t recommend it and problems may happen
How is it compared to LCD GX ?
the maxwell is beast
On August 24 of 2023 Sony bought out Audeze. There is no reason to believe PlayStation won't get Dolby Atmos support in the future. It might be most likely in a PS5 pro though.
dude you sound exactly like this one csgo youtuber i used to watch, think his name was valve guides.
2 in a row Audeze Mobius with cracked plastic... Now I'm exchanging it on Maxwell in a warranty period, will see about quality of new metal headband))
It's a night and day difference! My Mobius headphones cracked on the left side, I bought the Maxwells and the build quality is MUCH better! One thing too is that most reviewers don't mention is that the Maxwells turn on and off faster than the Mobius does by a noticeable degree!
@DerpyNoodIe how are the diaphrams 6 months later? Any crinkle?
@@11onejay no problem, for now at least...
@@CTAJlUH that's good to know. How high have you turned them up?
@@11onejay from box 3 hours at 100%, and after that 50-60%
How come the Maxwell disappeared from your website? 🤔
Probably because a lot of people are having diaphragm crinkle making the headset crackle at higher volumes. Plus they are hard for them to make stock.
Hey there, our product page should be visible now. Please let us know if you have any other questions! 🙂
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my maxwells are to be delivered soon. my mobius broke where the cups join the band and i had to botch it together with plastic glue and tape. im exited for the maxwells to arive
So my question is... Is the Dolby Atmos better than Tempest? I would soley be using on PC, but plan on buying a ps5 later this year? Am I missing out on Dolby Atmos?
I'm a PC and PS5 player, I bought the PS5 version and on my PC I went to the windows store and bought dolby atmos for headphones for $15 and hill shit the Maxwell with Atmos is crazy good. If you go my route you get better PS5 audio (tempest) and still get Atmos on PC for $15 less than the Xbox Maxwell. Do this my friend, and you'll be golden 🍻
That is correct! @@MadCoLabs
Both technologies are impressive, but we find Dolby Atmos to be better for PC usage/gaming.
So other than YOU selling the video and the not noticeable Dolby atmos vs higher volume, what was the mistake?!!!
Excellent review! New subscriber here 🙋🏻♂️
Quick question, I only have a PS5 and have to watch TV with headphones because I don’t want to make noise for my roommates late at night. I have an LG C1 and it has Dolby Atmos. If I connect them to the TV with Bluetooth, would I still get the Dolby Atmos experience from the TV?
The Atmos license that the Maxwell comes with is for the Dolby access app which we've tested on Xbox and PC. If your LG TV supports the Dolby Access app it could possibly work, but that's not something that's listed as officially supported and it's not something we tested.
@@moon-audio thanks for the reply, I’ll still buy them and hopefully it works 🤞🏻
@@stiingxx4633 hi
If u buy Xbox version, can u write does dolby atmos works with c1 ?
I'm in that same situation ps5 + LG C1 and I wonder it makes sense to pay extra do Xbox version.
@@alchemist932 I will be buying them in like 2- 3 weeks though, but yeah once I get them I’ll reply if they worked or not!
@@stiingxx4633 Bought it, does it work?
I have the PS5 version, work great on all devices pc an ps5. Works great on xbox and other devices that the 3.5 mm needs used too. It is heavier than you think. I replaced the ear cups with wicked ones. That does add weight. The headband on me is the main pain point. My head is big so its like sitting on the plastic. Still ok in long plays but you do notice it at first. Also side tone crackles your sound so if that happens to you turn it off. EQ settings work ok. The app is not the best it keeps getting updates on pc and the app so will get better over time. The ANS is ok, I don't notice it that much on or off. BT while your hooked to ps5 is good but i had issue where it would switch to just BT so I had to turn it off. All in all i love the head set even with its issues.
Hello, I was going to but a pair of them to use on my PC. Which version should I buy? Ps or Xbox? Is there any difference?
@@juanignaciowilliams3180 if you own an Xbox the choice is obvious. If you don’t own/plan to own an Xbox buy the ps5 version. The only difference is the Xbox version can work with Xbox as well as all other platforms and it comes with a Dolby atmos license. If you buy the ps5 version you can buy Dolby atmos separately for £15 ish. I don’t know why the reviewer stated dolby atmos is only works on the Xbox version as that’s simply untrue
Who the heck is this guy
He's gooooood
Why is that relevant
That’s Braeden
I was thing the Same, because i follow many audiophile Channels and have never heard of him, and i dont get why, his Video is great
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I’m not a gamer. What about listening to music? Should I get them? Sound quality that good? If not, what do you recommend? Nothing too bassy please.
Other reviews state that they are good for music.
I went from Astro A50 to Astro A50X to Audeze Maxwell and I swear I can hear instruments, notes, and accents in music which I have never heard before with the Maxwell.
The only issue I had was the ear pads being a bit too soft, so the tip of my ears would touch the speaker, but I found some cooling gel pads which are a bit thicker.
shoot. i didn't realize there were different models. I was getting them primarily for PC but i have an XSX and PS5 and would use them for those as well....hmmmm...guess i need to send them back
Ps5's next big firmware update will support Atmos, so will Maxwell come out with a firmware update that allows Atmos feedback for the ps5 set?
The new PS5 firmware update adds support for HDMI-connected devices with Atmos licenses. Due to this, the PS5 Maxwell will not have Atmos unless Sony adds support via USB and/or wireless devices in the future. If that happens, we imagine Audeze could release a firmware update, but at this time it's not possible for the PS5 Maxwells to have Atmos support.
@@moon-audio tyvm for your answer..
Thanks for mentioning how exactly it connects to the xbox. No mention on the website/amazon/etc that I could find and all the photos showed a usb-couple. Great video!
People, please tell me: Is the bass good or weak?
Super good. If you use bass boost or immersive in the EQ, you can feel the vibration.
@@CheezeN7 oh man!!! Big thnx to you! You Really help Me
The bass response on the Audeze Maxwell is awe-inspiring. The deep rumbling sub-bass pairs with the excellent mid-bass slam to envelop a player in an immersive and visceral gaming experience. www.moon-audio.com/maxwell-wireless-gaming-headphones.html. If you'd like to talk further about Audeze Maxwell, please don't hesitate to contact us at moon-audio.com. 🙂
@@moon-audio Okay, then a counter question. How to watch movies in them? Like the ones directed by Michael Bay? Do they convey not only the purity of sound, but also the special effects themselves? Do they have big bass like the Focal Bathys? Or do I need to adjust it separately in the equalizer?
Ps5 is in beta with dolby atmos so should I just go xbox version
Yea but it’s lack of blinding RGB or cat ears is a huge turn off to me
Rgb over sound?
nice one ! You're moking that japanese toy headsets brand ...
What's the meaning of getting these headphones if you cannot use them with your cellphone via Bluetooth connection.
Both versions do have Bluetooth for pairing with your smartphone if you so choose! We just don't recommend Bluetooth connection for competitive gaming.
I totally agree that these need better software for the EQ. I found an EQ online that made the sound AMAZING but there was an uncontroable variation in the volume so I uninstalled it. I would love to hear your review of some other EQ options. Thank you for the content.
chould you share the eq please?
He recommends the Steelseries Nahimic software for the EQ in this video. But it would be nice to see it in action.
can you tell me where did you found the eq online?
I tested them, and they are little heavy but still provide great music and movie watchign experience.
For Gaming? These are one of the WORST... not from the quality aspect, but from the feature lacking perspective. Spat
Even this video here: says they are great for gaming because they have great "wifi" (aka wireless) connection, great battery, hi quality detachable microphone, etc... None of these MATTER to the gamers if there is no virtual surround, spatial audio, 3d feel - so people can hear where the enemy is coming from... That is where this headset fails in my opinion... they were never meant to be gaming headset, so I am excited once they come out with one ...
Thank you for the great review! Does the Xbox version sound any lesser on PS5 when connected wirelessly? What about the 3.5mm connection how does this compare on different kinds of devices to wireless?
Dolby Atmos works on PS5.
As we understand it, yes, Dolby Atmos is now supported on the Sony PS5. However, this applies only to HDMI-connected devices which, of course, the Maxwell is not. If you have been able to get Atmos working on your PlayStation Maxwell, please let us know! 🙂
The crinkle of death is common after the 6 month mark with Maxwells. Great sound but when the silver film inside the earcup gets wrinkled, you'll hear it constantly even with them off.
I've sent an email to Audeze support. Ill update with the result of anyone is interested. 300 for 6mo failure isn't what I would recommend no matter how heavenly they sound.
People keep saying they have accurate sound, they sound flat compared to my cloud orbit s, whoch this was meant to replace.i tried everything and im disappointed in this headset.
I have the Penrose and everybody raved about it. Honestly it's crap, sound was only "decent" when connected by wire. Comfort was awful, mic was awful. Range was worse than awful even disconnecting when right next to computer. Battery life was less than 7 hours. Sidetone was absolutely terrible. I'm very vary of getting the Maxwell, but my old Steelseries need an upgrade. Anybody have the Maxwell and can actually recommend it?
should i go for this or the dt990 pro? i currently own the hd560s. i mostly play warzone and fps shooters competitively.
That was the best review I seen on this channel period. Keep it up. He's great.
im sorry i cant find the video for how to optimize the maxwell for clarity ect could you post the link?
Thank you for the clarification, I assumed the playstation model was for pc because of the amazon listing.
Hello. Is there possibility to use this headset with cable P2 too? Thx
Does anyone know how to connect the Wireless Maxwells to Xbox? I’m so confused
driver keeps crinkling untill it dies completely, hopefully the 3rd pair will work.............
I already have a Dolby Atmos License for pc do I need to buy the Xbox version or save $30 and get the ps5 version. I have a pc and a ps5 if that helps.
sorry no one replied to you, but if you have a dolby atmos license you shouldn’t need the xbox version
these seem to be just what I want, which makes it even sadder that they cost double the price of the nova pro wireless and aren't even available in any official resellers in my country.
can i connect this headset directly to the ps5 with the GO blu by iFi to the usb-c port to increase the quality and have lossless audio?
299??? that hat so be a joke i payed around 430€ (399€)
how is the clamp force on it. will i be able to use headtracking with this headphones or will the fall off my head while gamineg?
How do the xbox version connect to the ps5 can someone tell me in detail please
u can switch a switch on the dongle from xbox to pc and they should work on the PlayStation too with the usb dongle
@@chinchan9 thank you
What instrumental is that starting at 2:42?!?
We source our music from Artlist, and you can listen to that track here: artlist.io/royalty-free-music/song/soothe-my-mind/115792 🙂
Ordered myself a pair off of your guys’ website. Impatiently waiting to try them out 😂 hyped
Thanks for your order! 🙂
Actually returned these back in August because the clamping force was too much for me.
But I haven't forgotten how good the sound was. They dropped significantly in price and I actually sprung for it to give them another go.
Ordered a ZFM Co-Pilot Headband and some new cushions (didn't like the Wicked Cushions firsti time) and hope the clamping force will wear off a bit after some use.
Looking forward to getting them again in a few days.
I’ve been having nothing but issues with my Astro a50 gen 4 recently and I’m on the verge of giving up with them. I don’t have the money right now to buy a new set but these and the steel series arctics nova pro wireless. I just want a headset that doesn’t give me issues on series x. The new astros look nice but these gen 4 have been a letdown
What did u buy ?
Forgive me if this a ridiculous question but are these also able to be paired directly to a TV as well or strictly a gaming console? Gamer since Atari 2600 but first venture into headphones. Looking for 1 all around system to pair with TV and Xbox... appreciate the feedback. (Samsung smart TV with Bluetooth)
Not a question we were expecting but it was certainly fun to test! You can pretty easily connect these Maxwells to a Samsung Smart TV. Open the settings app, go to audio outputs and select Bluetooth speakers. Then make sure your Maxwells are turned on and double tap the power button to enable pairing mode. The option to connect came up instantly for us on the TV. From there all TV functions were instantly outputting to the headphones! We do not have an Xbox in office currently, but it seems likely the TV output would also extend to the Xbox. However, this might introduce more compression and latency than if you connect to the Xbox via Bluetooth separately. Ideally you would want to use the wireless USB dongle to output the Xbox to the headphones so we tested to make sure you can quickly switch between Bluetooth and USB output to the headphones on a PC and you can! So the ideal setup would be to pair your Maxwells to the TV via Bluetooth and just leave the USB dongle plugged into the Xbox. It should automatically switch back and forth! 🙂
@@moon-audio unexpected response but very much welcomed!! Thank you for the full walk through as well. Can't wait to become one with entertainment. Thx again!! 🤙🍻
What was the reason for the back orders? Why was it so hard to get your hands on one?
Because Sony bought out Audeze. I did a price check on their Maxwell headphones the day of purchase and I was floored by the price. It wasn't until I looked at reviews the following week I found them to be out of stock when I was willing to buy them.
Slow aren’t ya?
I’m wondering if the Sony pulse elite is going to be worth it when these are available? I know the price is different but these seem more flexible also could be passable as normal headphones.
Better than astro a40/50s with amp ?
audeze is another world my friend. way better sound quality
Good clear review, thanks, just ordered a pair. Sadly I live in the UK or I would have placed the order through you guys.
No worries, thanks a bunch for your comment! 🙂
Is this today 6th of march still working the xbox one on the ps5?
my man said he can’t wear hats i’m rolling 😂
Love this guy he is:
1. Hot
2. Well speaking
3. Right on point
Thanks for the review, appreciate it
So if I want to use them on PC I should get the Xbox model, right?
You can use either one on a PC. The XBOX version has Dolby Atmos built in which makes the choice easier. If you'd like to discuss this in more detail feel free to contact us at moon-audio.com.
www.moon-audio.com/maxwell-wireless-gaming-headphones.html
How does the musicality compare to the Mobius? I actually got the Orbit S, which is a Mobius from HyperX; I EQ it from lower 8k to higher 16k ranges to get the most out of music listening and I don't really mind the cables, do you think I'd benefit upgrading from one to the other??
morbius
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if i bought the x box verision but use for ps5 ....the dolby atmos does work anyway=9?
Excellent review, thank you!
Atmos is supported in the ps5 as of september 2023.
seulement via HDMI pas pour les casques
Using a new PC and playstation 5 want to use it for both, will be using wire on computer since my computer dont have bluethooth. Wireless on ps5, should i buy playstation version and buy a atmos license on my pc or xbox version?
You should get the PS5 version for wireless on your console and then a separate Atmos license on your computer (if you decide you want atmos over tempest.) We have heard Sony is also bringing Atmos to PS5 so your Atmos license should work there as well!
While there's no Dolby Atmos on the Playstation version of the headphones, that'll change soon as Sony has bought Audeze.
Any idea when it’ll be available I need a new headset will it be on a newer headset or this one for the PlayStation 😊
It has nothing to do with who owns them. It's down to buying the licenses and Sony always refuse.
Both have Dolby Atmos, it’s just a Dolby Atmos license which you can buy anytime. It has nothing to do with herdware
where to download steelseries nahimic? I just know Sonar from steelseries....
You can download Nahimic here: steelseries.com/nahimic 🙂
Great information here!
compare with LCD-GX?
Do you think these are better than the Bang & Olufsen wireless headphones for Xbox/PS5? I know the battery life is better but in terms of audio quality?
We have been incredibly impressed with the Maxwell's so we would imagine they would compare favorably. We don't carry the B&O headphones to be able to make a direct comparison, but we can state that the Maxwells have been some of the best headphones for gaming we have tested!
Well done team @moon-audio
Are these headphones good for office? I have too many calls per day, so I need a wireless option to be able to walk around, draw on board, stretch, etc. Bose 700 I use right now causes me a lot of issues with the bluetooth stack. It sounds like these might be a good replacement, but I'm worried about the weight.
Why a dedicated micro will be ideal for competition gaming ? wtf ?
When it comes to a wireless connection there is a lot of noise/interference introduced when simultaneously outputting and inputting sound.
The same occurs with a wired connection, although to a lesser degree.
So when it comes to squeezing out every last bit of clarity and performance for a competitive edge, it is a best practice to have a dedicated mic so that your headphones are only receiving sound. This mitigates any potential loss in quality. Plus, a dedicated mic will make your voice clearer for your teammates at the end of the day.
The Maxwells having a good built-in mic is an awesome feature for ease of use, traveling and more laid-back playing sessions, but not endgame for competitive play as an all-in-one device.
Hope this helps! Thanks for the comment!
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Got mine in two days
I got a question you said that you tested the xbox and ps5 maxwells on the ps5 and you said that the ps5 maxwells were louder, so if you test the xbox maxwells on the xbox would the xbox maxwells be louder on the xbox
The wireless of the PS5 version does not work with the Xbox, so if you use an Xbox you will want to get the Xbox version! You can still use the PS5 version via the Xbox buy using the cabled Aux out, but that's the only way to get them to work together.
Can you use the headphone for Microsoft teams and Zoom calls?
Yes!
Now that ps5 supposrts dolby atmos, any chance you can test that feature on ps5 with the xbox version of the headset
That's something we will keep in mind for future testing! In theory the performance should be very similar to how well the Xbox performs with Atmos. As a whole we find Dolby Atmos to be better than tempest, so we would recommend trying out Atmos if you had the headset.
Dolby atmos est disponible seulement sur PS5 et seulement pour les haut parleur de votre TV, et non avec un casque :)
Dolby Atmos is now supported on ps5. I need to know if the Maxwell ps5 version will be updated to use this. !!
The new PS5 firmware update adds support for HDMI-connected devices with Atmos licenses. Due to this, the PS5 Maxwell will not have Atmos unless Sony adds support via USB and/or wireless devices in the future. At this time, it doesn't seem possible for the PS5 Maxwells to have Atmos support.
@@moon-audio Hmm. That's not what the guys are Audeze said.
@@JayR_aus Both versions work fine on PS5 and the Dolby Atmos you get with the Xbox version is just a license code that’s attached to your account. It works on both pc and Xbox. For it to work on PlayStation, Sony needs to add the ability to connect an account to activate Dolby atmos.
The headset itself does not have Dolby atmos so the PlayStation version do support it, it’s Sony that needs to give the ability to use it.
Does Dolby atmos worth?
I have a good soundcard, can it be used with this headset? Or should i go with usb dongle?
Depends on your sound card's specs and I/O. We find that connecting via the Maxwell's included USB-C dongle or a USB-C cable direct from the headphones to your computer works best. 🙂
This headset has a built in amp / dac.. your sound card is not needed. the usb dongle is for connecting wirelessly..
Great coverage. Why dont these headphones let you connect via USB direct into the AV Reciever? That way you can output whatever sound from whatever devices you have connected to the reciever. Its odd everything has to be platform specific. Maybe Im missing something. Ordered these, but wondering if I can just hook the USB dongle into my Marantz SR6014 Av reciever and output the sound that way? Guessing not. Its a little irritating to constantly be wearing out USB -ports every time you switch devices and with limited USB slots on PS5 and Series X, problematic since I use brooke adapters to use multiple controllers on those platforms. Might have to use the back USB port on Series X, unsure if PS5 has extra USB ports.
Try it out and let us know if it works via USB on your Marantz receiver. If not, we'd recommend sticking to your console USB ports for the best experience. 🙂
@@moon-audio Appreciate the feedback. I will definately try it out and post an update. I should have them soon.
Just tried it out earlier. Could not get sound to break through. I believe I tried the switch on the dongle too, in both modes. Doesnt seem to work. Sometimes ya gotta fiddle with these things multiple times, which I didnt do, but Im assuming it does not work. Awesome headphones thouhg@@moon-audio
Unfortunately, I have yet to see AV receivers "output" audio to usb devices. @@theconsolekiller7113
That being said, you could also consider getting a USB switchable hub to switch between the devices as an alternative
Review is not bad, but I don’t like clickbate-like youtube video names.
Nice video!
Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
How does it compare to the Astro A50 gen 4?
We greatly prefer the sound quality of the Maxwell, but admit that the Astro A50 Gen 4 also has some good features. Our pick is the Maxwell!
Sorry, but what _mistake_ are we not supposed to make? I must've missed it.
The headband has 6 adjustment positions not 3.
It's more than enough.
I have the PlayStation version and using them on my PS5. Current Firmware. I'm having an issue when watching movies through Netflix, Hulu, Prime etc... On most of the movies (about 90%) the actors voices sound separate from the movie itself, almost like they are on another audio track and overlaid into the movie, regardless of EQ setting. That's the best way I can describe it. It is a stark contrast from other headphones I have used in the past, most recently Astro A50's, that sound more natural in having all the sounds/voices of the movie blend together. Anyone else experiencing this? Any fix for this?
How are these compared to the A50? I love my A50 but now the optical chord isn’t working and I can’t figure it out. And when you use only USB and no optical they don’t sound nearly as good. No bass and just not as full. How do these compare to using the A50 when you have the optical?
Ever find the answer to this?