Maxwell vs Stealth Pro vs Nova Pro, and Others? - Premium Wireless Headset Roundup!

The Audeze Maxwell, Steel Series Nova Pro Wireless, and Turtle Beach Stealth Pro headsets are some of the best wireless headset options ever to exist in the market. So how do they compare to each other? What about older models that were also highly rated? Find out!
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
01:59 - Basics
03:16 - Battery and Bluetooth
07:26 - Comfort and ANC
09:56 - Mic Tests
12:39 - Buttons and Design
17:03 - Software
20:22 - Sound Quality
24:56 - FPS Performance
29:15 - Recap before Recap
30:39 - So Many Competitors
34:57 - Final Thoughts
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[@GadgetryTech]

I've been asked about the custom pads on the Maxwell quite a bit! They are new pads from Wicked Cushions but are not available for at least another month. I am just doing long term testing for the owner to share my thoughts on comfort and sound quality. Once they are close to being available I'll make an announcement video and show the sound quality impact/comfort for the final revision. Thanks!

[@Crynomical]

my friend in canada bought the headset and he says the turtlebeach is really quiet i have the wireless nova pro are they that different in sound?

[@prashant141082]

Brilliant, thanks for your feedback. 😊

[@travismiller8369]

​@Crynomical Yeah I just got the stealth pro and I'm returning it due to it being way quieter then my Maxwell's and surprisingly even less comfortable.

[@WyldWolfDragon]

Do you have a similar video like this one but with wired headsets instead and maybe compared just how much "better" or similar/negligible they are with the wireless ones?

[@jacobjones4287]

Are your eq settings still the same for the stealth pros for warzone2????

[@TheSoberWalk]

Dude let me just say…you are freaking next level when it comes to technical breakdowns. I’m an audio nut and the way you explain everything resonates and makes perfect sense. No one compares to how much detail you provide. Anyways thanks for this video and all your hard work to help us nerds spend our hard earned money. Massive props!

[@TJ-jv6je]

yea bro calm down

[@ytytyt2265]

you should calm down bro

[@Redwolf9294]

I second this, keep up the great work. 🤘

[@xbeevz]

That’s good gas

[@fendersb]

This was such an amazing vid! (All of yours are, though, actually.) Thank you for taking the time and care to compare and contrast these three. Your review of the Maxwell's made me so confident and happy with my pre-order. Love your channel!

[@andrecole9502]

Once again you hit the nail on the head with the descriptions on all of these headphones.... how you explain this on this video people are for sure going to have a definite pick out of these three for their own listening experience.... your explanations on these headphones are on point

[@stevenstanford7237]

Definitely didn't make the decision easier but you did answer the questions I had and brought clarity to the choice I'll have to make. Great video, thanks

[@ciscoroque464]

That moment when Joe says the video could have easily gone for two hours, and you shed a tear because you know you would’ve watched every second of it, but fate had different plans. 😂😔 Great video, as always. Especially thankful for all of the equalizer settings you provided!

[@BigPeter93]

#ReleaseTheJoeCut

[@animalisticprik]

Absolutely the best headset comparison video on KZbin to date. The level of detail you went into and all the tests you did for sound and mic quality along with actually letting us hear them. Just awesome man, you helped me pick my new headset and I'm gonna sub just for that. Keep doing what you're doing brother, and anyone giving you grief about video length can go pound sand.

[@obsidianzarok2361]

Got my stealth pro today and im loving it. I can hear footsteps from way further away than i thought they would offer, directional sound is pinpoint too. thanks for the vid.

[@Capo_jc21]

Warzone?

[@obsidianzarok2361]

@@Capo_jc21 Battlefield 2042.

[@buraksondurak4663]

Which games you are playing?

[@SIGMVTIC]

Epic Review!!! Very much appreciated! I decided to go with the Maxwell. Your review was super helpful.

[@mryorkielover]

Thanks for the great detailed review. Appreciate your experience and the time you put into this video. It's been a lot of help with my purchase.

[@SIGMVTIC]

Thank you for sharing your Maxwell EQ setting. Would love to see a Maxwell EQ vid with a bunch of different combinations including what you feel is the best over all EQ setting.

[@Cesco94IT]

i need to put his EQ on mine as well, any feedback from your side so far?

[@Mrperfectwoo]

Am I dumb but where in the video is the EQ settings?

[@Cesco94IT]

@@Mrperfectwoo 26:05

[@pubertco]

Just ordered the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro! Excited to try it out. Left Turtle Beach a few years ago for Steel Series and have missed a lot of the Turtle Beach features since. Excited to be back with the Turtle! 🐢🐢🐢

[@omikurita]

thank you for taking the time to put together such a great detail video. i currently have the Penrose and was looking for something different. I just ordered the Stealth Pro

[@BeanVIII]

i just discovered your channel and your review of headsets is beyond anyone else's. you helped me decided what to buy. thank you dude.

[@BTK_Griller]

Wow. Thank you for such a thorough breakdown, couldn't ask for more. Outstanding.

[@delphimindgames]

Subscribed. Haven't seen anyone go back to old equipment to compare it. Thanks for the review.

[@johnmackinnon2424]

Great comparison can't get enough of your content. Awesome work!

[@jesselee9332]

Your channel is so underrated! Thanks for the deep dive videos!

[@OkayReallyBuddy]

Just picked up the stealths. Thank you for your insight!!

[@SBDScott]

Flippin A! Best review of these headsets, and you definitely helped me out making up my mind. Thank you so much for all the time you put into this video!

[@puppetzinc1]

Incredible detailed video, had all the knowledge correct and straight up. Awesome

[@morgangriffin9312]

This is the best review on these headsets I've seen if for no other reason then that you actually mentioned, and factored in the additional cost of the mandatory ear muff replacement on steel series. Actually after finishing the video i can say this is the best review of these headsets out here, and it helped me finally decide on which one i want, so thanks.

[@TDHobbies]

Good review, I'm sure you and I could have some conversations about the lack of good music using real instruments nowadays. I ordered the Turtle Beach Stealth PRO and very happy with them, mainly due to the app and control. I also ordered an extra base direct from Turtle and dropped your name as to how I found them. I got the extra base because I don't want to be hauling too much around from PC room to game room and whatever. XBOX user, I felt your review helped me make the right decision and I am happy with the headset I chose. Thanks!!

[@phasechange5053]

Glad you made this , I was looking at maxwell's purely for footsteps in PC - MW2/WZ2 couldn't find a straight answer , been debating between the nova pros and maxwells for a while. For music I have HD650's on a Xonar Essence STX soundcard so I'm purely looking at something for better FPS positioning. Don't own any consoles , purely 100% PC gaming so I guess Nova Pro's are the ticket here.

[@drittz5470]

Fantastic Review if these brother thank you. I have them all and I Love and lean towards my Maxwells on both consoles. They just sound so amazing and with FPS and Footsteps they are amazing🤙

[@NotHimJim]

Awesome, I have the Nova Pro Wireless and randomly came across this video. Trying out that EQ you showed. :)

[@baileymoto]

Absolutely the best reviewer for this genre of headsets/gaming. Thank you!

[@emptysoul2757]

Highly entertaining & informative video. You’re damn good at it, man.

[@TacticoolNinja]

As always excellent video breakdown. Very informative!

[@Anzzoi]

Great review! Your examples on the sound part, is so much more useful, than the usual "it lacks a bit on the highs". I was leaning towards the Steelseries, cause I was told through other reviews. that it kinda was THE choice. I mostly play RPG, and listens to music quite often, and really cares for music. SO with your review here, I'm gonna get the Maxwell! Thanks alot :)

[@patzl]

Great video as always! Absolutely love the way you approach the review process mixing data with opinion and thoughts! One thing I was missing is the mic comparison with the built-in mics of the maxwells and the stealth pros. Would have been interesting to hear them side by side

[@GadgetryTech]

Good call. I trimmed a bit too much content to not make the video too long but probably should have kept that pair. I'll try to do a separate video soon dedicated to mics.

[@hitman.123]

So, which headset did you end up getting the turtle beach? I’m on PlayStation players also

[@patzl]

@@hitman.123 No I went with the Maxwell and absultely love it. This is one seriously powerful headset going crazy after some EQing for my bass head liking.

[@hitman.123]

@@patzl thank you for the fast respond, so do you play rainbow six siege that’s the only game I’ll be playing on the PS five I would love to purchase these headsets again. The one thing I don’t like about them is you’re not able to lower your teammate voice down when the yelling witted box at all, you only could do it with the sono app

[@hitman.123]

@@patzl so you make your own EQ settings for FPS games

[@SharrodVisuals]

you are by far the best youtuber for headphone reviews! top notch bud!!!

[@jm802w]

I feel much better about my pre-order for turtle beach. Will be in my mail box tomorrow. Thanks

[@DocLegendary]

Thank you so much for this video. I just watched this as I was dissatisfied with the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless I just bought a couple days ago and decided to order the Maxwell headset yesterday. As I am wearing the Nova Pros right now, I can feel the discomfort of the stock ear pads and the lack of bass and clarity in the mids even after EQ adjustment. This just further confirms I made the right decision based on the use cases you provided. Thanks for such a detailed technical analysis as it came at the right time. Love it and Subscribed! Finally, I sincerely hope that the person who gets the Nova Pro Wireless I am returning loves it for their competitive FPS gaming.

[@fernoflake]

hey, could you give an update on how the maxwells performed? Are they good for music, gaming, etc?

[@DocLegendary]

@@fernoflakeI am working on a video review (a lot less quality than this one here) but I am SUPER happy with them. Bass performance is amazing compared to the Nova Pros and I feel like the spatial audio is 99% as good as the Nova Pros. Very happy with them. They truly are the gold standard in my opinion. Battery life has been almost 80 hours. The female voice that announces functions is super soothing as well.

[@puppetzinc1]

Exactly what I've done, I just cannot find an eq or sonar setting with the Novas that im happy with, it's like they are just not quite right. Maxwell's on the way.

[@thoritissimgarage1482]

Thanks for the great review and opinions!

[@osuorr]

Another awesome video. I learn so much from your content!

[@donwanna3906]

Probably the most helpful vid I've seen on the subject.

[@revotuberacer]

Stealth Pro = FPS Maxwell = Everything else = WINNER!!!!

[@GentlemonsterJ]

Another fantastically candid, well-informed and helpful video - thank you! Only problem is, you're turning me into a mini-collector 🙂

[@griffonu]

Great video! As usual, I might add :) Thanks a bunch!

[@jodale1972]

Just wanted to give some positive feedback. Based on this video and a few others you have in the library, I first was able to purchase a Nova 7 wireless headset through my Employee Rewards points I had saved over the last couple years and only ended up paying an extra $20 for them. I would say I enjoyed the sound quite a bit as far as gaming but only mediocre when it came to music. I absolutely hated the way they fit my slightly larger than average head. When I leaned forward, they would try to slide off. So I ended up giving those to my son. I then immediately jumped in my car and drove to Best Buy and purchased the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro. Funny story, the store rep actually tried to talk me into the A50's and I just laughed and said no thank you. Got the Stealth Pro headset home and have been enjoying them ever since. I put the EQ tune you have in a couple of your videos for the CoD footsteps and also the other one I assume is for music. Then I just raise the bass boost 4 notches and I am more than happy with the sound. I was surprised at the vocal clarity these produce. I thought I would hate the battery life but I switch out the battery before I go to bed and the fresh battery lasts me whole next day and switch again. And the sound I get inside CoD without using Dolby Atmos, just the EQ, is crazy good. Thanks for your detailed reviews and deep dives. Otherwise I would have never shelled out $329.00 for the Stealth Pro's and would have missed all this great audio.

[@mahirc3543]

Great video.. Thank you for the maxwell preset, i wil try it tonight👍

[@worthplayingames]

Awesome info to have! Thanks!

[@Craizon22]

I already have nova pros but I want to get the other 2. Great video. Subscribed.

[@maxchronicler]

Been waiting. Thank you.

[@g_holter_1052]

Glad I checked this video out. Been rocking my A50's for a couple years now and always thought they were one of the nicer headsets but definitely think I'm gonna look to upgrade to the stealth pros now. Glad to know it wasn't just me with the quality control on A50's too, it always pops out for me too.

[@eliadbu]

Astro build quality in general is subpar, I have old A40 that its headband broke, and A50 which is fine but I can feel the not so great build quality. For the PS5 I went with the maxwell and I was impressed with it and the quality, I'm coming from more "hifi" setup in my PC with HIFIMAN edition Xs and schiit bifrost+jotunheim for DAC+AMP. And you get really good sound from the Maxwell for what it is (wireless gaming headset). It's bit heavy, but since it's comfortable it is not that of a problem.

[@BlazingsNL]

13:25 I believe the volume wheels can also be pressed and used to skip songs and change the EQ (the latter meaning you don't have to go into the app). My Maxwells are on their way.. delivery date went from 28th of May to 1st of May. Nice to see you have the wicked cushions already. I hope they're available in the EU soon.

[@raylopez1583]

Did your maxwell come in? How are they? I'm on the fence to get them for fps. I just saw a reddit must someone is selling theirs because it didn't fit he's needs for fps

[@BlazingsNL]

@@raylopez1583 No it didn't unfortunately. Every day that passed, the delivery date would also shift 1 day. I called them and they confirmed that the shipment isn't coming in until May 28th. That corresponds with the reddit post from Audeze stating that all early April orders will be fulfilled by the end of May. I don't play competitive fps right now, so I probably couldn't answer your question from that point of view. Currently using Astro A50 gen3 and their performance is pretty bad in terms of audio. The Maxwell will fit my needs because I prefer audio quality over footsteps and stuff. I'm only worried about the fit, since I don't have a big head and the adjustability of the head strap is very minimal.

[@sitofranco]

29:08 excellent nutshell summary, thank you! Great video!

[@ultraspank8479]

I just purchased the Maxwell ones for PS/PC using your code hopefully that helps I’ve watched several of your vids to help me choose Your very helpful thanks sir

[@GadgetryTech]

Awesome, thanks so much!

[@ultraspank8479]

@@GadgetryTech yes sir thank you

[@UmbraSaiyan]

Update for the Maxwell? I just ordered them and was being excited until I saw this video, as I’m looking for clarity and pinpoint audio in CoD. Love music as well but not what I originally purchased them for.

[@alanbenyamin487]

Really informative video. Glad the novas still in the mix which is what I own. If you have a moment, we would really appreciate an update sonar eq settings aswell as in game settings for wz2/mw2 since their update. 🍻

[@MichaelAstorino]

I had A50 gen 4s. Bought the Stealth Pros. Wasnt sure if I was going to keep the Pros but I have really been enjoying them!!

[@juanriverosesma9001]

Great review! Just outlining the feats, advantages and cons. Not trying to sell anything. Thanks man :)

[@ssaalleeeemm]

Wow, normally before a purchase I watch review videos from several different sources, but your channel covers everything A-Z, wandered on here to watch a review of the H3PRO, watched this next, then watched the Turtle beach stealth pro video. Even rewatched a few segments. I got sold on the Stealth pro for the simultaneous bluetooth, great sound quality and all the other above averages. Had to rule out H3PRO and the Maxwell cause the bluetooth wouldn't be just right for me. Although the looks on the H3PRO in green is so good.

[@engo8207]

Great made review! I love my Maxwell, especially when listening music or watching movies. The only issue i had, was the headband-adjustment. I couldn't find a position that really fitted my head. So i made my own headband, and now i won't give my Maxwells away anymore.

[@Acconda]

lol so a £320 headset and you had to make your own headband ? fantastic! I may try them against the stealth though and maybe they may fit my noggin and see how they fair! I play 70% FPS so the imaging on the stealths may have the edge for my use case though.

[@Alextrino]

how did you make your own headband? did you like customize the original one, or did you create a whole new one?

[@engo8207]

@@Alextrino Copied the original on a piece of leather and set the holes, i needed. The holes of the original strap i used for orientation. You can make it more unique with a coloured leather or stitching... Your choice.

[@ComicalMusic]

Been waiting for this 😊

[@tressil3607]

This is a phenomenal review.

[@seifbuys]

great comparison as usual! how'd you manage to get the Maxwell wicked cushions though😲thought they're not released yet

[@juan5h]

Great video! My favorite is the blackshark v2 pro 2023

[@lyasu69]

Thanks a lot for the work. Grateful 🙏

[@Cereal_Killr]

My favorite audio reviewer hands down. You n Badseed are my gotos! Thanks for all your time and efforts buddy! For the record. I've never heard of anyone mention this. The screen on nova pro both wired and wireless is OLED. IT WILL ALLOW BURN IN...Mine has had this happen. it's not a real big deal cause its always on same screen but going into menu I can clearly see the burn in effect. I wonder how it'll look after couple years as it's happening and its only been a few months thus far. My wired dock has the issue but my nova wireless dock is still fairly new so no issue yet. BE careful!

[@ChasseurTueur]

"I wonder how it'll look after couple years" but modern ultra expensive hardware isnt built to last :)

[@GadgetryTech]

Thanks so much for the kind words!! Keep an eye out on Badseed and my channel. (We may be doing something together soon :)). Hopefully I don't get the OLED burn in for a long time. These are still connected in my system and the DAC is on all the time. Haven't had any issues yet but we'll see what happens over time.

[@Cereal_Killr]

@@GadgetryTech thats the problem. My Wired DAC stays on even when PC is off. Lesson learned lol.

[@petermolenda3207]

I have the Penrose for about 1,5 years and i bought the stealth pro for alongside the Penrose. I use the Penrose for singleplayergames and the stealth pro for fps. I was considering the maxwell because i already have the Penrose i took the gamble to try out the stealth pro . And im sold . This video persuade me to go for the stealth pro . Thanks Joe

[@matttenney7496]

Ah the rabbit hole of gaming headphones. I ended up buying all 3. They all sound great.

[@tucker2138]

I think the more reviews I watch, the more unsure I become 😭

[@niu8086]

Awesome video keep up the good work 🤙🏽. Question: does the ANC affect the overall sound of the Steelseries and Stealth Pro in anyway? Thank u

[@vectorr6651]

I recently bought a set of Synheiser 560 and not too thrilled with them. Now I would LOVE a wireless set with charging dock.

[@djm24able]

Hey man I’m glad you mentioned that about the Maxwell still not being that pinpoint in fps games. I bought the Penrose over a year ago and just here recently got the footsteps to a close to perfect setup. I need you to tell me if you think the Maxwell is more pinpoint than the Penrose? Or are they pretty much the same for footsteps? Like on my Penrose from left to right it does a decent job (7P and 7P+ do a better job) but the levels in a building are just a toss up. They may be on the floor underneath me or they may be three floors underneath me. Just wondering if the Maxwell is more accurate than the Penrose.

[@leonard.nicolae]

Just the full comparison i was looking on the internet today.

[@DamnAwesome]

Such an awesome review!

[@wesboothe6507]

You are so thorough love your reviews

[@GadgetryTech]

Thanks!!

[@mbarrios386]

Waiting on my Stealth Pro to show up Sunday. Looking forward to experiencing the power behind ‘em.

[@Mr.Himothy]

How they treatin you ?

[@Acconda]

I tried them and was fantastic sounding, however for most games I was cranking them upto max volume on ps5, except cod, weirdly that game was overall louder and had to turn them down. I am going to try the Maxwell and then decide to together keep them or re-order the stealths and put up with the volume limit. At the moment I am back to the novas, which are awesome for FPS games, just boring as hell for any story based games where you want a fun sound! the stealth was fun, just limited volume as I have always found with Turtlebeach, not sure why.

[@ocramhsainz2762]

@@Accondaplease let’s me know which ones you kept

[@nightringer9815]

Good and useful comparative review. I am in yhe category of audiophile, so no gaming is prioritized. The 2 most mentioned issues commonly talked about are listening fatigue and long use comfort. I'm glad you pointed them out. I'm still waiting for the new product from Edifier that would enter the gaming category since Edifier bought STAX. Bring the most accurate sounding headphone producer, STAX uses electro-static drivers and that would be superior compared to Plannar Magnetic. Can't wait

[@asac9667]

Really appreciate the way you break the products down in your videos. Still gonna try out both the Maxwell and Stealths but your breakdown really helps. Being that I'm only on ps5 and Xbox, the Stealths seem like the way to go for me. I have several other headsets I enjoy for music. Another issue for console gaming can be the volume, especially on PS5 single player games. Which headset would you say gets the loudest? Appreciate the review 💯

[@Tropax1]

Very detailed review which is much appreciated but one thing I don't get is that you make it sounds like the maxwell is a music headphone and even though it excels in music, it's excels even more in gaming. Planar magnetic drivers are able to create such a natural soundstage, and why I think they are the best technology for gaming headsets if you want to deeply immerse yourself in your chosen game world. The level of clarity and tonal separation you get with the maxwell is unmatched by the rest of the headphones in this comparison. Being able to pick out and isolate practically any sound pumping at your ears is amazing, and that's what makes listening to music such a joy.

[@Lockke_]

Would still like to see non gaming headphones included in the discussion as many use dedicated separate mics now for gaming. Also missed the VZR model one.

[@mtnmankeith9069]

Great review! Hope you can get your hands on a chord mojo2 for review. Would love to hear your take on it for gaming. I have one and it’s a game changer with the lossless dsp eq.

[@edicino]

Great review as usual, but I noticed you have wicked cushions on your maxwells but I don’t see them on there site

[@pets4489]

Best Headset Reviewer. I game wired w/ Bose 700nc and I am thinking about getting something dedicated. My buddy just got Nova Pro and is in Love on PC. We used your tuning video too!

[@GadgetryTech]

Thanks so much!

[@pets4489]

@@GadgetryTech Care to drop Nova Pro w/ Cooling Pads Sonar tune? Or just use the same as your original Sonar vid?

[@Xlander111]

I just ordered Maxwell for xbox, can't wait to get them.

[@jeffreyzaugg5140]

Awesome review as always! I love my Audeze Maxwell and have been using it everyday for 3 days so far it has surpassed my audio needs. I am not really a competitive gamer although I do mostly play FPS, third person-shooter, and story-oriented games. Music and movie consumption was near the top of my list so by choosing the Audeze Maxwell headset I made the right decision for me at least.

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

How are footsteps?

[@mrsisig7443]

Yeah the Maxwells are crazy good. Not even a discussion I think. They punch way above their weight class.

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

@@mrsisig7443 I'm wondering how for footsteps? I don't want exclusively for that but don't want them worse than my HyperX

[@mrsisig7443]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 I’m pretty sure it’ll be night and day difference with them HyperXs. I played with them minutes ago in Overwatch and they are good. Though I had to use the ingame Atmos instead of setting up Dolby Atmos in the system settings. For some reason the system setting-Atmos sounds worst, like audio cues are diminished.

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

@@mrsisig7443 sorry to confirm, Maxwells should outshine the HyperX also for footsteps?

[@garrisonjasik5367]

Hey I’m a new subscriber and thank you so much for all the data you put into these videos! I have heard lots of good these about the Beyerdynamic headsets(MXX300, 150, and new 100). I’d love to see a review from you about them and compare them to your top 3 in this video! Thanks for reading :)

[@patitosfather]

Really informative 🙌🏾

[@dennybg]

Been watching your vids for a while, I plan to buy Nova Pro Wireless. Do you have any concerns on the build quality? Also, I play tons of Hunt Showdown where sound is super important, I am hoping they would be good for it. Thanks, love the content!

[@vargsang2518]

Very informative video, thank you. I recently ordered the Arctis Nova Pro Wired (because I don't think wireless is as important as better sound) and the WH-1000XM4 to test and keep one of them. The Nova Pro was really powerful, hearing so much detail in the sound was really good. The 1000XM4 couldn't keep up seriously, maybe beacause it's wireless. However, I noticed how cool noise canceling can be (I use an aio watercooled system and for some reason sometimes it sounds more annoying with headset on), so I sent both back and am looking for something that combines both strengths of the headsets. I'm leaning towards the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, but the turtle beach might also be of interest. But the prices...

[@RealBruceLee943]

Great content once again did think there would be an outright winner i too am torn between the Audeze Maxwell and the Turtle Beach... Aaarrrggghhh... I suppose either is gonna be a massive jump from my Steelseries Arctis 9X... Cheers Jo keel up the greatvwork... And AFYI i would have watched the 2 hkur stream with the same enthusiasm and need to know where it was going...

[@killacahji9484]

Shopping for a Xbox / PC headset… this video was very helpful

[@Bushwhacker73]

Very nice review. Definitely torn between the Maxwell and Stealth Pro. Quick question, where did you get the stands you are using for the Maxwell and Nova?

[@wincertactical1317]

I just bought the Nova Pro today based off your review video. Probably the only three reasons why I chose NOT to get the Maxwell is because there is no EQ, there is no availability of swapping batteries and Micro Center is discontinuing the sale of the Maxwell. I even contacted Audeze by email and asked if there were any problems with the headset but non were addressed in the response. Thank you very much for making this review video.

[@anthonyminson]

Hey I've notice a lot of bad reviews on the Maxwells as well. I am considering them but Im worried about longevity with them. So Im considering the Steath Pros more now.

[@Legionere]

Thanks for tue comparison. As mostly PC player, I pick the TB because the microphone was atrocious on the NP.

[@AdroSlice]

That maxwell mic test was super impressive.

[@scotty2344]

Two things I dislike about the Maxwell are lack of support for simultaneous Bluetooth/wireless dongle playback and weight distribution. I would love to have it mix the two with some custom configuration. I don't think the total weight of the headphones are so much of the problem as is how secure they are on my head. I have to constantly compensate for forward/backward motion as the Maxwell's tend to want to fly off. I can't just casually jump on a couch or lean back/forward without carefully doing so. I tend to reach up to hold them also. Love how Audeze is rocking the gaming headphone industry though.

[@brun0silva938]

What great collection you have there man! 🤩 But what about the H6pro Closed? How he competes agains the Maxwell? 🤔

[@dehfunnykid]

This is awesome, thanks for the comparison. I have the nova pro and nova pro wireless, but picked up the Maxwell's to see if they can top them for me.

[@crazyfarmlife2706]

Where did you buy the maxwells I called Audeze and they said they're sold out till may 6th

[@dehfunnykid]

@@crazyfarmlife2706 I got them from a mom & pop called ListenUp in Colorado. They ship anywhere in the US. They had some like new open box ones for 200 bucks, it was a steal. They were like brand new when I got them.

[@crazyfarmlife2706]

@@dehfunnykid ok my stealth pros came in today might order those an send these back

[@bruthayoshi2111]

How are they compared to the nova pros? Still trying to decide so!

[@toffiee3]

Yessss I heard that at the end 😎 * cough * "new eq videos" lol can't wait !

[@Doxmc]

Really wanted the maxwell, but my country doesn't have it. So I decided to go with the nova 7 because I am really worried about the the comfort and heard a lot of complains about the inside microphone that are on the pro's. So far I do not have any complaints, I really like the EQ you used for the 7's in your previous videos! Thank you very much!

[@honoredshadow1975]

You mean the noise cancelling? This hurts my ear also if that's what you meant. I am tempted to try the nova 7 compared to the pro. I guess they are the same otherwise.

[@Ryan-re1rs]

I hated the nova 7x, no matter what I did they gave such a weird sound in games.. even gave me ear fatigue and I never experienced that in my life, what a weird feeling that was.. I have the h6pro and they are great, but no sidetone and now I'm on the hunt to make them work with sidetone and bought the gsx 1000. Now I'm 300 deep into this setup and its still not that great.

[@DasPaxer]

Hi! Great review, appreciate it :) What about movie+PS5 combination? Which one is better for that?

[@alexgmrs]

Thanks for this review, great stuff. I've been enjoying my Audeze Maxwell, it does a very good job on FPS and more story-oriented games.

[@raylopez1583]

How's the sound quality for fps? Can you hear footsteps/ locate them? I have a pair in a cart debating to order or not....I keep going back and forth. I'll hear positive reviews than something negative about fps. I play a lot of warzone

[@alexgmrs]

@@raylopez1583 I really like it, I play a lot o CoD MW2 and it does a good job tracking footsteps. It's way better than Audeze Penrose and Razer Kaira Pro, but...not as good as Epos H6 Pro specifically for tracking footsteps. Ideally, you should try it yourself, perhaps buy from a store that has a fair return policy.

[@raylopez1583]

@@alexgmrs I've been looking but no body has them I'm stock lol.idk if I should pull the trigger not. I have astros...I'm trying to find something to sway me either direction.

[@alexgmrs]

​@@raylopez1583 I might be a bit biased towards Maxwell, it's a solid headset and does very well with FPS and story-driven games. I know what you mean, before pulling the trigger I did a lot of research and got "too much" information LOL Sound is always subjective, what is awesome for me, might be horrible for you. From my own experience and taste, I never liked the SteelSeries and Astro headsets, although there are great and positive reviews about them out there.

[@raylopez1583]

@Alex Guimaraes thank you for the feed back. Appreciate you

[@bryankwiatkowski5322]

Awesome video, and super helpful. I had a pair of Maxwell's on preorder, but then the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro's came out, and I was having buyer's remorse. Now I'm going to stick with my Maxwell's.

[@ramonmateos275]

Impressive reviews... Tier S. Thank you for sharing all that useful info. The best.

[@paulwhite985]

Hi, Maybe an unfair comparison but, for FPS, what are your thoughts on the VZR Model 1 vs Turtle Beach Stealth Pro? Great comparison review and the standalone review was excellent by the way

[@sams7056]

Thank you for the detailed review and comparison. You've made me lean towards the turtle beach or the maxwell here.. I have a question.. you added wicked cushions to your maxwells did that change the sound quality at all to worse or better? Thanks for the reviews..only channel I really trust for these headphones

[@MortyMore]

Almost the same curve, wicked cushions worked together with Audeze for the tune =)

[@sams7056]

@@MortyMore I appreciate the answer brotha. I just heard that when installing the wicked cushions some people are saying it destroys the sound completely making it sound super hollow and empty.

[@fraesp90]

Great video! Thanks for all the insights. However, I need your advice. I'm looking for a pair of gaming headphones (80% of the time) with a good microphone that I can occasionally use during bus/plane trips with good audio quality, noise isolation and preferably with the ability to hide the microphone. Budget is not an issue. What do you think is the best recommendation?