Audeze Unveils Updated Maxwell Gaming Headset with Magnetic Ear Pads for Longer Battery Life and Enhanced Sound Quality

Audeze, now owned by Sony, has launched an upgraded version of its Maxwell gaming headset at CES, featuring larger, magnetically attachable ear pads that simplify replacement. The Maxwell 2 is available now, priced at $329 for PlayStation and $349 for Xbox, offering compatibility with Windows, macOS, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices. Equipped with 90mm magnetic drivers, the headset promises up to 80 hours of battery life and delivers a frequency range of 10Hz to 50Hz, accurately reproducing both subtle details and intense audio events.