Maxwell 2 ANC
Maxwell 2 ANC
Maxwell 2 ANC
Maxwell 2 ANC
Professional Wireless Gaming Headset
The best active noise cancellation in gaming
We've equipped our most popular, versatile headset with industry-leading ANC to give you vividly immersive sound experiences in any situation or environment. Developed with aviation-grade technology, our first ANC headset cuts the background noise so you can focus on the game, while our studio-quality planar drivers deliver lifelike clarity and deep punch. Get even more realistic spatial audio from our advanced head tracking in supported applications.
Available for PlayStation or Xbox
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Planar Magnetic 90mm Drivers
3x larger for the most powerful, clear lifelike sound
Ultra-Low Latency Wireless
Lag-free high resolution audio up to 24bit/96kHz
FILTER™ AI Noise Removal
Get clear, natural voice comms with no distractions
Aviation-Grade Noise Cancellation
Enjoy deeply immersive audio in any environment
Maxwell 2 ANC
Gaming, Uncompromised
Maxwell 2
Gaming,
Uncompromised
The Best ANC in Gaming*
Game without distractions — the world's first ANC planar headset removes up to 35dB of background noise.
*Based on Audeze lab testing against key noise cancellation gaming headset competitors [June 2026]. Performance may vary based on fit, firmware, environment, and noise source.
The Best ANC in Gaming*
Game without distractions — the world's first ANC planar headset removes up to 35dB of background noise.
*Based on Audeze lab testing against key noise cancellation gaming headset competitors [June 2026]. Performance may vary based on fit, firmware, environment, and noise source.
No Noise,
No Compromises
Maxwell 2 ANC is carefully engineered to maintain consistently accurate audio response with ANC on or off, providing next-level sound every time you put them on.
No Noise,
No Compromises
Unlike typical headsets, Maxwell 2 ANC is carefully engineered to maintain consistently accurate audio response with ANC on or off, providing next-level sound every time you put them on.
Dual Balanced Amplifiers
For professional-grade sound quality and noise reduction, Maxwell 2 ANC features dual dedicated 1.4W amplifiers operating in balanced mode.
Dual Balanced Amplifiers
For professional-grade sound quality and noise reduction, Maxwell 2 ANC features dual dedicated 1.4W amplifiers operating in balanced mode.
Dual Balanced Amplifiers
For optimal sound quality and noise reduction, Maxwell 2 ANC features dual dedicated 1.4W amplifiers operating in balanced mode.
Advanced Head Tracking
Enjoy incredibly immersive spatial audio from Maxwell 2 ANC's integrated, self-calibrating head tracking in supported applications:
Embody Immerse Gaming Hive
Get Personalized Spatial Audio for All PC Games
Dolby Atmos Renderer
For Professional Atmos Content Creation
More spatial audio partners coming soon
Advanced Head Tracking
Enjoy incredibly immersive spatial audio from Maxwell 2 ANC's integrated, self-calibrating head tracking in supported applications:
Embody Immerse Gaming Hive
Get Personalized Spatial Audio for All PC Games
Dolby Atmos Renderer
For Professional Atmos Content Creation
More spatial audio partners coming soon
Hear Beyond
Lose yourself in the intricately crafted sonic worlds of your favorite games when you experience Maxwell 2 ANC’s vividly lifelike audio.
Hear Beyond
Lose yourself in the intricately crafted sonic worlds of your favorite games when you experience Maxwell 2 ANC’s vividly lifelike audio.
Comfort, Upgraded
Ready for marathon gaming sessions with a wide, ventilated head strap and new memory foam earpads for optimal noise reduction.
Comfort, Upgraded
Ready for marathon gaming sessions with a wide, ventilated head strap and new memory foam earpads for optimal noise reduction.
Hear every footstep and reload with surgical accuracy from our most advanced 90mm planar drivers to date. Experience heightened spatial positioning and studio-grade clarity.
Hear every footstep and reload with surgical accuracy from our most advanced planar drivers to date. Experience heightened spatial positioning and studio-grade clarity.
Hear every footstep and reload with surgical accuracy from our most advanced planar drivers to date. Experience heightened spatial positioning and studio-grade clarity.
Powerfully dynamic bass that hits hard, goes low, and never gets muddy.
Powerfully dynamic bass that hits hard, goes low, and never gets muddy.
Powerfully dynamic bass that hits hard, goes low, and never gets muddy.
Powerfully dynamic bass that hits hard, goes low, and never gets muddy.
Powerfully dynamic bass that hits hard, goes low, and never gets muddy.
AI-Powered Microphones
Maxwell 2 ANC plays well with all your devices, offering up to 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution audio in ultra-low latency with USB-C wireless dongle and USB-C wired connections. Bluetooth supports Auracast, LE Audio, LDAC, and AAC.
Maxwell 2 plays well with all your devices, offering up to 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution audio in ultra-low latency with USB-C wireless dongle and USB-C wired connections. Bluetooth supports Auracast, LE Audio, LDAC, and AAC.
Maxwell 2 ANC plays well with all your devices, offering up to 24-bit/96kHz high-resolution audio in ultra-low latency with USB-C wireless dongle and USB-C wired connections. Bluetooth supports Auracast, LE Audio, LDAC, and AAC.
Maxwell 2 ANC launches with our newest app experiece, with quick, convenient controls and clear, modern design. Download now for Windows, Mac, iOS or Android.
ReSkin™ Your Maxwell 2 ANC
You can easily change the look of your headset with ReSkin attachments. Just remove Maxwell 2 ANC’s magnetic side plates, then pop on your choice of curated styles. Keep your eye on the ReSkin store for monthly content drops and limited edition designs!
ReSkin™ Your Maxwell 2 ANC
You can easily change the look of your headset with ReSkin attachments. Just remove Maxwell 2 ANC’s magnetic side plates, then pop on your choice of curated styles. Keep your eye on the ReSkin store for monthly content drops and limited edition designs!
PC / Mac
Ultra-Low Latency Wireless
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
Dolby Atmos1
Game/Chat Mix
Audeze App Support
Xbox
Ultra-Low Latency Wireless
3.5mm Analog Audio
Dolby Atmos1
Game/Chat Mix1
PlayStation
Ultra-Low Latency Wireless
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
Tempest 3D
Switch
Ultra-Low Latency Wireless
Bluetooth Audio
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
iOS
Ultra-Low Latency Wireless2
Bluetooth Audio
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
Audeze App Support
Android
Ultra-Low Latency Wireless
Bluetooth Audio
USB-C Digital Audio
3.5mm Analog Audio
Audeze App Support
1 Both versions of Maxwell 2 ANC are compatible with the Dolby Access app for Atmos in Windows. Only the Xbox version includes a free license for the Dolby Access app on Windows and Xbox.
2 Lightning connector devices require MFI Certified CCK Adapter. No adapter needed for USB-C devices.
Maxwell 2 ANC headset
Detachable boom mic with pop filter
USB-C wireless dongle
USB-C to USB-C cable (1.5m)
USB-C to USB-A adapter cable (0.3m)
3.5mm TRRS analog cable (1.2m)
Maxwell 2 ANC headset
Detachable boom mic with pop filter
USB-C wireless dongle
USB-C to USB-C cable (1.5m)
USB-C to USB-A adapter cable (0.3m)
3.5mm TRRS analog cable (1.2m)
Audio | |
| Style | Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back |
| Transducer type | Planar Magnetic |
| Magnetic structure | Fluxor™ magnet array |
| Phase management | Fazor™ |
| Acoustic management | SLAM™ |
| Magnet type | Neodymium N50 |
| Diaphragm type | Uniforce™ |
| Transducer size | 90 mm |
| Maximum SPL | >115dB |
| Frequency response | 10Hz - 50kHz |
| THD | <0.1% @ 100dB |
| Spatial Audio | Dolby Atmos® / Tempest 3D |
| Amplification | Professional-Grade Dual 1.4W Balanced |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Up to 35dB, Transparency Mode |
| Weight | 560g |
Microphones | |
| Boom Microphone | Detachable, Hypercardioid |
| Beamforming | Physical and AI noise reduction, Internal mic for chat |
Power | |
| Battery type | Lithium-polymer, 1800mAh |
| Battery life | ANC OFF: 40hr, ANC ON: 35hr |
| Fast charge | USB-C, 5v 1.8 Amp max - 25% charge / 20min (Full charge 2hr) |
Connection | |
| Wireless | USB-C, Ultra-low latency |
| Bluetooth: 5.3 | Supports: Auracast, LE Audio, LC3, LC3plus, LDAC, AAC, SBC, Multipoint |
| Wired - Digital | USB-C with dual-audio endpoints and game-chat mix |
| Wired - Analog | 3.5mm TRRS active |
Maxwell 2 ANC headset
Detachable boom mic with pop filter
USB-C wireless dongle
USB-C to USB-C cable (1.5m)
USB-C to USB-A adapter cable (0.3m)
3.5mm TRRS analog cable (1.2m)
Maxwell 2 ANC headset
Detachable boom mic with pop filter
USB-C wireless dongle
USB-C to USB-C cable (1.5m)
USB-C to USB-A adapter cable (0.3m)
3.5mm TRRS analog cable (1.2m)
Audio | |
| Style | Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back |
| Transducer type | Planar Magnetic |
| Magnetic structure | Fluxor™ magnet array |
| Phase management | Fazor™ |
| Acoustic management | SLAM™ |
| Magnet type | Neodymium N50 |
| Diaphragm type | Uniforce™ |
| Transducer size | 90 mm |
| Maximum SPL | >115dB |
| Frequency response | 10Hz - 50kHz |
| THD | <0.1% @ 100dB |
| Spatial Audio | Dolby Atmos® / Tempest 3D |
| Amplification | Professional-Grade Dual 1.4W Balanced |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Up to 35dB, Transparency Mode |
| Weight | 560g |
Microphones | |
| Boom Microphone | Detachable, Hypercardioid |
| Beamforming | Physical and AI noise reduction, Internal mic for chat |
Power | |
| Battery type | Lithium-polymer, 1800mAh |
| Battery life | Over 80 hrs wireless playback @ 80dBA |
| Fast charge | USB-C, 5v 1.8 Amp max - 25% charge / 20min (Full charge 2hr) |
Connection | |
| Wireless | USB-C, Ultra-low latency |
| Bluetooth: 5.3 | Supports: Auracast, LE Audio, LC3, LC3plus, LDAC, AAC, SBC, Multipoint |
| Wired - Digital | USB-C with dual-audio endpoints and game-chat mix |
| Wired - Analog | 3.5mm TRRS active |
Maxwell 2 ANC headset
Detachable boom mic with pop filter
USB-C wireless dongle
USB-C to USB-C cable (1.5m)
USB-C to USB-A adapter cable (0.3m)
3.5mm TRRS analog cable (1.2m)
Audio | |
| Style | Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back |
| Transducer type | Planar Magnetic |
| Magnetic structure | Fluxor™ magnet array |
| Phase management | Fazor™ |
| Acoustic management | SLAM™ |
| Magnet type | Neodymium N50 |
| Diaphragm type | Uniforce™ |
| Transducer size | 90 mm |
| Maximum SPL | >115dB |
| Frequency response | 10Hz - 50kHz |
| THD | <0.1% @ 100dB |
| Spatial Audio | Dolby Atmos® / Tempest 3D |
| Amplification | Professional-Grade Dual 1.4W Balanced |
| Active Noise Cancellation | Up to 35dB, Transparency Mode |
| Weight | 560g |
Microphones | |
| Boom Microphone | Detachable, Hypercardioid |
| Beamforming | Physical and AI noise reduction, Internal mic for chat |
Power | |
| Battery type | Lithium-polymer, 1800mAh |
| Battery life | ANC OFF: 40hr, ANC ON: 35hr |
| Fast charge | USB-C, 5v 1.8 Amp max - 25% charge / 20min (Full charge 2hr) |
Connection | |
| Wireless | USB-C, Ultra-low latency |
| Bluetooth: 5.3 | Supports: Auracast, LE Audio, LC3, LC3plus, LDAC, AAC, SBC, Multipoint |
| Wired - Digital | USB-C with dual-audio endpoints and game-chat mix |
| Wired - Analog | 3.5mm TRRS active |
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Overall rating: 4.818182 / 5 from 22 reviews.
The Maxwell 2 ANC Wireless Gaming Headset offers industry-leading active noise cancellation for immersive sound experiences. Customers praise its vivid sound quality and clarity, along with its aviation-grade technology and studio-quality planar drivers. The advanced head tracking enhances spatial audio in supported applications, making it ideal for gaming on PlayStation or Xbox.
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"Sounds great, comfortable and wireless works better after firmware. My only issue is how the headset works with Discord and other PC applications. It has some wonky behavior at times where you have to test the headset in Discord to get voice to work correctly. I didn't have this issue with previous headsets."
"I am coming from the Mobius (6 years) and the Maxwell 2 ANC blows them out of the water. The App/Software is easy to use. The sound is incredible. I am always turning my head while playing Resident Evil: Requiem, Doom: Dark Ages or NIOH 3. Music sounds great as well. I like heavy Bass and these are perfect for the music I listen to. They are comfortable for a 4 hour gaming session. I am so glad I made the purchase. No regrets"
"I was a little concerned that the size would be too much but I think they are very comfortable. They are now my primary gaming headset for PS5. It’s nice that the edge control volume adjustments work via the console. PS5 compatibility was primary reason to buy these."
"The best feature for me is the dual-channel integration on PC. By setting up the dedicated default channels for communication and media, I can seamlessly run work calls while keeping low background music playing. The physical game/chat mix control makes it incredibly easy to balance the two on the fly without minimizing my windows."
"I love these headphones! I use them for Call of Duty primarily. I have to crank the volume on the headphones all the way up which is a little annoying. I also use them in Pro Tools for mixing at school. They get too loud in other apps so it’s a Call of Duty problem. I didn’t have to touch eq settings I thought they sound great (well balanced) out of the box. Dynamic range is excellent. Every physical detail to these headphones is excellent. All the buttons and switches are great. They are comfortable and I wear them for long periods of time. ANC on creates an audible hiss that needs to be addressed and Transparency mode is good but hiss is worse. When listening to audio the hiss isn’t a bother only when it’s on your head with no audio playing. All in all excellent headphones at an amazing price point."
"i like them they feel nice but am having small issue i dont know how to see the battery charge % . they feel nice and comfy and havent had any issues"
"After a few hiccups with firmware (unit turning on randomly), the headphones have been absolutely perfect. Similar ANC level to my Sony Ult Wears. Sound quality for music is exceptional, hearing deeper intrinsic notes that I’ve never heard before in my favorite songs. Gaming of course has a wider range of frequency compared to many other headsets, and with no compromises. If I had to be picky about a few things - the ANC has some slight background noise compared to my Sony’s (that are dead silent). But it’s very minute and I probably wouldn’t have noticed if I had nothing to compare them. They also don’t fold up well, so anrent ans portable as other sets. They’re built to last, solid construction, and what they lack in portability they make up for in tough build quality. Something you’d expect to last, until the end of time. I love them."
"Materiales diseño audio.. todo es espectacular y lo mejor es q lo uso tanto para jugar como para escuchar música o ver pelis 10/10"
"**Excellent sound, comfort and versatility** I've been using Audeze headphones for years, both professionally and for personal listening, and the Maxwell 2 ANC has been an excellent addition. I'm a professional composer, mixer and sound designer, so I'm particularly sensitive to clarity, detail and tonal balance. I also use a pair of the new Audeze MM-20s, so I know Audeze headphones well and have a solid reference point for what their designs can deliver. The Maxwell 2 sounds remarkably good for a wireless headphone, with excellent definition, clarity and low-frequency extension. The ANC is very useful, the headset is comfortable for extended listening, and the wireless performance makes it particularly convenient when I don't want to be tied to the studio. I've used it for music listening, film and television, and checking audio outside my main monitoring environment. It's a very versatile headphone and one that I genuinely enjoy using. Overall, I'm extremely pleased with the Maxwell 2. Audeze continues to make products that I can comfortably recommend both as a longtime user and as an audio professional."
"The headset itself feels very nice on my head, a little heavy but that is to be expected, but these stock ear pads are awful and due to the active noise cancellation it’s extremely hard to find suitable replacements that won’t interfere with the headsets anc and transparency modes. The stock ear pads are hot and very uncomfortable after about a hour to a hour and a half of gaming, I waited 8 months for these to release and decided to treat myself to them when they first came out, but they have been equality as much of a headache as they have been enjoyable, I feel like this issues may get resolved with later software updates but as of now it’s a solid 3/5"
