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“With 90mm planar magnetic drivers and low-latency wireless audio, the Audeze Maxwell 2 remains the benchmark for audiophile gaming sound.”
Publisher score: 7.7/10 · 3mo ago
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Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC
$329 · 90mm Planar Magnetic · 3 months old
82
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The Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC delivers audiophile-grade planar magnetic clarity that outclasses almost every wireless gaming headset on the market, though its hefty build remains a trade-off for long sessions.
Sanjiv Sathiah · Managing Editor
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“The Audeze Maxwell 2 refines an already legendary wireless gaming headset with richer planar magnetic detail, smarter connectivity, and marathon battery stamina.”
Publisher score: 9/10 · 3mo ago
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“The Audeze Maxwell 2 shows up all other gaming headsets in terms of pure planar magnetic sound quality, even if its heavy frame is still noticeable.”
Publisher score: 4/5 · 3mo ago
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Value todayStrong buy
High review score for the money. 82/100 at $329. Uses the lowest in-stock retailer price we can see.
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Verify wireless latency in milliseconds, sidetone delay, and mic compression during voice chat.
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