{"product_id":"audeze-maxwell-2-anc-wireless-gaming-headset","title":"Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC Wireless Gaming Headset with Active Noise Cancellation","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC is a closed-back, planar magnetic wireless gaming headset built for players who want studio-grade sound without giving up focus. It uses 90mm planar magnetic drivers with a Fluxor magnet array and Fazor phase management, backed by dual 1.4W balanced amplifiers for detailed, accurate audio whether active noise cancellation is on or off. ANC removes up to 35dB of background noise, so footsteps and voice comms come through clearly even in a loud room, and a transparency mode lets outside sound back in when you need it. A detachable hypercardioid boom mic with FILTER AI noise removal keeps your voice clean on calls and streams, and the headset connects via an ultra-low latency USB-C wireless dongle, USB-C wired, Bluetooth 5.3, or 3.5mm analog. It's available in PlayStation and Xbox versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSimcoe Audio Video Insight\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dual balanced amplifier setup is worth noting here — most gaming headsets run a single unbalanced amp, and running two in balanced mode is closer to what you'd find in a dedicated headphone amp than a typical gaming accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanar magnetic drivers borrowed from Audeze's audiophile lineup, tuned for gaming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 35dB of active noise cancellation with a transparency mode for when you need to hear the room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable boom mic with AI-powered background noise removal for cleaner comms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for the Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC:\u003c\/strong\u003e pick this over the standard Maxwell 2 if you regularly game in a noisy room or shared space — the ANC is the main thing separating the two models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy It Wins\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90mm Planar Magnetic Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Audeze's largest gaming driver to date, using a Fluxor magnet array and Fazor phase correction for a wide, accurate soundstage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAviation-Grade Active Noise Cancellation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cuts up to 35dB of background noise, with a transparency mode that lets outside sound back in when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual 1.4W Balanced Amplification\u003c\/strong\u003e: Two dedicated amps keep audio quality consistent whether ANC is switched on or off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat Makes It Different\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost ANC gaming headsets pair noise cancellation with a small dynamic driver, which tends to change the sound signature once ANC kicks in. Audeze built the Maxwell 2 ANC around a 90mm planar magnetic driver instead, so the frequency response stays consistent with ANC on or off — you're not trading tuning for quiet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10Hz-50kHz Frequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e: A wide range for both low-end impact and detail at the top end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth 5.3 with Multipoint\u003c\/strong\u003e: Supports Auracast, LE Audio, LC3, LC3plus, LDAC, and AAC, plus connecting to two devices at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 40 Hours of Battery Life\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rated at 40 hours with ANC off and 35 hours with ANC on, with fast charging that adds 25% in 20 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBuyers Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive Gamers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Anyone who wants to hear footsteps and directional cues clearly without background noise creeping in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreamers and Content Creators\u003c\/strong\u003e: The detachable mic with AI noise removal is built for clear voice capture on stream or in chat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Platform Players\u003c\/strong\u003e: Switch between PC, console, and mobile using the wireless dongle, USB-C, Bluetooth, or analog connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIdeal Use Case\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShared Spaces or Noisy Rooms\u003c\/strong\u003e: The ANC is genuinely useful for gaming around roommates, family, or outside noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong Gaming Sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Memory foam earpads and a ventilated headband are built for extended wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming Setups\u003c\/strong\u003e: Game\/chat mix and a detachable mic make it easy to balance game audio with voice comms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat To Pair It With\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Audeze App\u003c\/strong\u003e: Available for Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android for quick access to EQ and headset settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Second Bluetooth Device\u003c\/strong\u003e: Multipoint Bluetooth lets you stay connected to a phone for calls or media alongside your gaming setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Dolby Atmos or Tempest 3D Enabled Game\u003c\/strong\u003e: Both spatial audio formats are supported depending on your platform, for more precise directional cues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you don't need active noise cancellation, the standard Audeze Maxwell 2 delivers the same planar magnetic driver and wireless connectivity at a lower cost. For a wired, PC-focused option with a similar driver, the Audeze LCD-GX is worth a look.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audeze","offers":[{"title":"PlayStation","offer_id":48286095442141,"sku":"MAXWELL2ANC-PS5","price":549.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Xbox","offer_id":48286095474909,"sku":"MAXWELL2ANC-XBOX","price":579.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0331\/1930\/5859\/files\/audeze-maxwell-2-anc-professional-gaming-headset-removebg-preview.png?v=1785508347","url":"https:\/\/www.simcoeav.ca\/products\/audeze-maxwell-2-anc-wireless-gaming-headset","provider":"Simcoe Audio Video","version":"1.0","type":"link"}