AirPods Max Review: An Audiophile's Perspective

[@robinrai4973]

Dang son, seriously impressed at how you made a 30 minute video feel like a ten minute one

[@marcusrauch4223]

I agree. I was like „what? 30 minutes?“ and then like „oh“

[@hunterherobrine5209]

Dam thought it was ten minutes and your comment made me notice

[@jacob4405]

WTF, I just realised I wasted (not really) 30 minutes of my life. I actually thought 12 minutes had passed!

[@KicksandEDC]

Wow, spot on! I had no clue I just watched a 30 minute video. I need to bring this guy to work with me during my 8 hour shift.

[@azureactivedirectory]

ikr it’s actually amazing

[@JesseDriftwood]

I wish that the included lightning - usbc cable could be used to plug into your MacBook or iPad for audio.

[@ConnorCrosby]

Unfortunately that cable will not work for listening to audio. You can only use a lightning to 3.5mm

[@JesseDriftwood]

@@ConnorCrosby hence the wishing

[@ConnorCrosby]

@@JesseDriftwood ah I misread that. My bad

[@constancies]

It’s a good thing none of the MacBooks have ditched the headphone port.... uhh, yet.

[@KaizenOz]

I agree, would be awesome to send some lossless / high res audio to them.

[@Stuntman707]

“Ditch the stupid case and don’t worry about it” - Snazzy 2020

[@titou4982]

But then, each time you move, APM exits low power mode ...

[@sandi260]

Ditch the stupid terrible ending music Quinn. Who thought that was a good idea? Fire them.

[@lightsoutproductioncompany1883]

This is the best review (and I have listened to several) regarding the Air Pods Max. It's certainly pleasant to hear someone, not only produce an effective review, but do so with extensive technological knowledge and experience. Great job!

[@thatdudecancook]

I just got a pair and I’m no expert but they sound pretty amazing I just wish they would go a little louder but I’m also a drummer so my ears aren’t as sensitive as most.

[@alielzabidi1009]

For me, they’re a little too loud at max volume. It’s dangerous to listen at max volume (occurring to Apple) but I have sensitive ears so yeah lol I love them tho

[@Martin-wx8gd]

@@alielzabidi1009 It is definitely dangerous to listen to any headphones on max volume more than maybe half an hour. If you do this for long period of time you can get hearing loss.

[@laithisr]

You probably have hearing damage and will develop tinnitus and hearing issues later in life

[@jeffguillen2503]

Just add rosemary salt

[@NonsensicalSpudz]

@@alielzabidi1009 welll not according to apple, its based on actual health advice

[@M00NM0NEY]

Ijustine - OMG APPLE IS SO COOL! MKBHD - I hate the case... Linus - I overpaid a scalper to get my AirPods Max Snazzy Labs - A thorough review of the AirPods Max

[@FloricaFlorin]

And Faruk (iPhonedo) also did a great video.

[@mynamerobbie5100]

Now we wait for z reviews

iPhonedo - Let me show you

[@yashptel]

The headphone show review was also excellent

[@williamweatherall8333]

@@mynamerobbie5100 his are really delayed unfortunately. He wanted the blue ones so they were backordered.

[@zollotech]

Great review and always appreciate your input when it comes to audio.

[@AvocadoAtrocity]

Thank, Aaron. ಥ‿ಥ

[@cheese9812]

where is your review? interested in your thoughts on the apm

[@urbanistgod]

The sound signature of the Bose QC35ii is much better. It’s well balanced and the vocals are clear. The vocals of the AirPods Max are recessed and muddy. I’ve done a side by side comparison and I’m returning the AirPods.

[@menukasamarakkody9034]

@@urbanistgod Clearly you don't have one.

[@urbanistgod]

@@menukasamarakkody9034 Oh yeah how? No one is saying that the APM sound clear. People only praise the soundstage and separation of notes. You don’t know about what you’re talking about. The audiophile in the video said the same thing.

[@dannywinget]

Been waiting for this one

[@micahestlin1524]

Bean Waiting

[@sheminn460]

Check iPhonedo’s review out. You can experience AirPods Max’s sound. (Not simulation, mic record)

[@Yourtaer]

Yeah... I have the Sony (beats the Bose in NC). Tested best noice cancelling headphone. Now this. Switching from iPhone to iPad to Macbook... is one of the extra's. Just the price. I've been waiting for this... to drop. Maybe later this year.

[@gamingtech3736]

Netflix: Are you still watching? Someones daughter: 2:49

[@goincrazyv2391]

Lmao im happy I wasn’t the only one

[@FloridaFX]

LMAO this needs to be pinned

[@Jackofafewtrades]

Jesuschrist

[@DarnellMckenzieDr3stunna]

Lmfaooooo

[@HackxBox]

🤣

[@kylenakamura4353]

THANK YOU for comparing the AirPods Max to Bowers & Wilkins! Every other KZbinr acts like those headphones don’t even exist.

[@kylenakamura4353]

@@CoachDitka for what it’s worth, you can find some decent reviews of B&W P7 Wireless, which are the PX7’s predecessor. They don’t have ANC, but the sound quality is the best of all $500 and under headphones. I expect the PX7 would provide a similarly amazing experience.

[@DirkDeadeye_]

Hmm, those look like they might be a good compromise I like the maxes the price is high but pales in comparison to good headphones by far. And the removable cups is great. That’s an underrated feature and not terrible expensive. Just too heavy for me and not a fan of the footprint, I can’t fit em in my bag without worrying about damaging them. Ima check these out.

[@kylenakamura4353]

@@DirkDeadeye_ P7 wireless are quite heavy as well, since they’re made of steel and thick leather + memory foam. But they fold very compactly so I can fit them in most backpacks safely.

[@elpepito957]

Never has there been a piece of content so anticipated ! Finally ! Let's all help quinn afford that fridge !

[@snazzy]

😂

[@CarlosIvanFocus]

That's the only reason I'm watching this.

[@asduhaisjdjasd]

@@snazzy please try the skullcandy crusher evo :D

[@asduhaisjdjasd]

@Ron Bali yes that's why I asked him to review it 🙃

[@futureshock7425]

Let’s not

[@Solidstate]

Thanks for choosing my thumbnail! This honestly means so much to me. 🙌🙌

[@snazzy]

Thanks for making such a great one!!

[@neekster28]

Wait. There was a thumbnail contest? I don't do social media, so that could be it.

[@adityaarun23]

@@neekster28 yep, on twitter

[@rupusaireddy1972]

@@snazzy u deserve a lot more subscribers❤️

[@DDHDTV]

@@neekster28 he does the thumbnail contest for a lot of good videos on Twitter

[@DerekRussell]

"I don't like to call myself an audiophile." Owns Stax

[@laundrysauce234]

Honestly lmao

[@adesignersperspective]

i mean, an actual audiophile would never be caught dead using bluetooth anything to listen to music. the fidelity of bluetooth is and will always be absolute shit compared to a proper audio cable.

[@TimSheehan]

@@adesignersperspective Found the audiophile who doesn't understand codecs and location of DACs

[@adesignersperspective]

@@TimSheehan found the internet user who doesn't understand the fundamental differences between wired and wireless signal/data transfer.

[@anostio]

​@@adesignersperspective "Bluetooth will always be shit compared to a proper audio cable"; this is ridiculous and you should know that wireless audio quality will change in the near future, LDAC is the beginning of the end for cables

[@jaseyettridge4254]

I’ve had them 2 days, I also own a set of the xm4. The max set are just better all round. From build to the sound, they’re just better. And listening to movies with spatial audio really is something else. The one downside is that price, but they’re incredibly well made, and if you listen to plenty of music on the go, or watch movies on your tablet or phone, I think you can justify paying for them.

[@Ronnieleec]

I wish the folded and traveled better/USB C.

[@jakeblack5712]

I totally agree

[@danielcarlish8265]

They sound amazing. But I had mine for 12 days when the condensation issue under the ear cups caused a electrical short which killed them. This condensation would build up even after the shortest period of listening. It seemed to be compounded by the metal exterior and transitioning between warm inside environments and cold outside environments. It’s a fatal flaw with the design and the fact that the drivers aren’t water proof only compounds this issue.

[@DroidLocks6971]

My Personal Airpods Max Experience I Bought The Airpods Max - Great ANC - After Hours Of Back And Forth Testing Against My Sony 1000X M3s Using My Z Fold 3 & My IPhone 13 Playing Music And Even More Movies We Came To The Overwhelming & Very Surprising Conclusion The The XM3s Sounded More Present And Impactful Than The Airpods Max Even When The XM3s Were At A Lower Volume Than The Airpods Max - I Really Did Not Expext This At All Especially With The Airpods Max Costing $550.00 ‐ - With The Spacial Audio On The Max Sounded Even Better But Still My Sony WH 1000X M3s Were More Impactful And Present - The Airpods Max Did Sound Good But In Comparison To My XM3 Over Ears The Max Are Lacking - - I Returned The Airpods Max

[@Eleventhearlofmars]

@@DroidLocks6971 you’re about the only person I’ve heard say that. Everyone has different listening experiences though . I personally love Bowers and Wilkins old P7s and think they sound much better than what B&W released afterwards but not many people would likely agree with me ha. Edit: re the original poster about condensation, I experience this issue and now I clean the AirPods after every use and do notice some condensation just from indoor use, I don’t think I’ll use these outside especially in cold weather or any weather extremes, I’ll use other headphones outside.

[@dinervc9582]

@@DroidLocks6971 either lying or ur family has broken ears.😂

[@justindesrosiers3145]

@@DroidLocks6971 I hope they’re more impactful, they’re muddy as shit

[@Z_3D]

@@DroidLocks6971 dang those are the ones I’m looking to replace!

[@valentinmoeller]

I waited for this one and was not disappointed. Great work!

[@1997mo1]

Moin Valentin!

[@PixelSheep]

So trifft sich die Technikszene 😄🎄☃️

[@TonyStark-mp6zv]

Please speak English, Danke!

[@joerobinnettebiden4723]

Du hier ?

[@ThisIsTechToday]

Fantastic review, dude! So dang good and comprehensive.

[@DroidLocks6971]

My Personal Airpods Max Experience I Bought The Airpods Max - Great ANC - After Hours Of Back And Forth Testing Against My Sony 1000X M3s Using My Z Fold 3 & My IPhone 13 Playing Music And Even More Movies We Came To The Overwhelming & Very Surprising Conclusion The The XM3s Sounded More Present And Impactful Than The Airpods Max Even When The XM3s Were At A Lower Volume Than The Airpods Max - I Really Did Not Expext This At All Especially With The Airpods Max Costing $550.00 ‐ - With The Spacial Audio On The Max Sounded Even Better But Still My Sony WH 1000X M3s Were More Impactful And Present - The Airpods Max Did Sound Good But In Comparison To My XM3 Over Ears The Max Are Lacking - - I Returned The Airpods Max

[@grsamael]

Finally someone talking about the Codecs Apple uses! Great job all in all.

[@TheHoofSmith]

I have always had an issue with AAC, it hurts to listen too it. I will always choose an AC3 codec for TV/Movies compared to AAC. I can't buy anything from Apple as it comes in AAC format. I have never experienced true HiFi listening but when creative released their audigy 2 years ago I realised more data was always better.

[@nhatdanglab]

Snazzy lab: unhealthy amount of headphones Dank pods:

[@ZeroDrizzy]

I wish his maxs didnt die

[@CorredorDigital_]

dank pods has a STINKY amount of headphones

[@ssholeLicker]

None of them rival Zeos

[@p3chv0gel22]

@@CorredorDigital_ and an even Stinkier amount of nuggets

[@JUDE_WK]

z reviews, joshua v., dms, THS, etc

[@JordanBach]

You are everything anyone could ever want in an informative KZbinr.

[@furiousbane]

Every review should include a repairability and longevity comment. I think you you are one of the few reviewer that actually think about every day normal people rather then people that change all of their device each year.

[@andreasulrich3631]

Battery service fee is missing from the review imho.

[@FunFactsAboutTech]

This makes pretty much every other Airpods max review feel amateurish

[@raupenimmersatt6906]

DankPods review is also worth to see.

[@Raymondey]

DMS review too is worth that, even more detailed description of sound signature

[@beautifulbeaner]

Dankpods says they are good they are good every thing else don’t matter

[@k.-flynn]

Zeos: "That's... why I'm here."

[@comedyjar4522]

*laughs in iPhonedo*

[@dfgdfg_]

Apple: "looks like your head shape is incorrect, buy iHead surgery"

[@solessdialtone2514]

lol

[@StarLightFilmProductions]

So basically become a air head

[@gearsNtools]

lol drill bits included

[@13revengex]

As a Carpenter I’ve been dying for some over the ear noise cancelling. The AirPods Pro were over and above expectations but I miss those drivers. Very very intrigued! My last can phones were jbl synchros s400+bt and I loved them. Touch control, long battery, cable option, great sound for a steal. This price point is staggering but for my circumstances I believe it could be there.

[@alfredolevyachar3331]

If they where the same price, which would you get B&O H95 or AirPods Max?

[@170makes]

When MKBHD talked about audio quality I immediately thought about Snazzy Q.

[@MsToshi1990]

yeah that guy has no idea what he talks about with anything (not Quinn).

[@Platonic_fish]

He owns a HD820. That says it all.

[@yihan4835]

He thought M50X is a pair of good headphones, what do you expect...

[@sternkrieger1950]

@@yihan4835 Still not as bad as UrAvgConsumer who said the Sony XB950BT are his favorite headphones. That thing sounds like straight up Beats trash.

[@trimonmusic]

@@sternkrieger1950 It's personal preference. If you enjoy blown up bass and aren't fussed about getting a true-to-studio sound replication, they're were a good value pair of bluetooth headphones. I own both the XB950BTs and the XB950N1s, and while I have far superior headphones I will often grab the N1s on the way out the door because they're just so much fun.

[@SBruv]

Thank you for being literally the only reviewer to actually test wired performance!

[@benwong1111]

Max tech test wired connection too. Any compare the performance to Sony WH1000XM4 too

[@SBruv]

@@benwong1111 Barely. And those guys really don't know jack about audio - I doubt they'd appreciate the difference between wired and wireless.

[@muzaqqiralibaig]

Yeah I thought there was no wired option because everyone was complaining that they can't edit on Airpod Max but Clearly they can.

[@Dreadpirateflappy]

late reply, but I saw one reviewer even recently with his long term review say one negative about these was that you can't use them wired at all... :/

[@denisruskin348]

The best review on KZbin so far, so spot on and full of needed details.

[@elyaslizares4668]

my wife got me a pair for Christmas as soon as they launched. I've used them ever since. I can say these are the best headphones I've ever owned. the anc at times can be bothersome for long periods with any audio. Other than that, 10/10

[@joep7586]

@@aDistantLight Well, you can… but you’re swapping better ANC in exchange for an almost objectively worse pair of sounding headphones.

[@mracer8]

Congratulations on the first pair of headphones you own.

[@hy7968]

The AirPods max is horribly overpriced tho. It’s sound quality is outclassed by closed back studio monitors that cost less than $200 like the AKG K371. I don’t understand why anyone would buy these. Maybe the AirPods max can be travelling headphones as they have anc and transparency mode but they’re just so huge, bulky and heavy. I would rather get the Sony wh-1000xm4 and use them with some eq.

[@joep7586]

@@hy7968 As a previous owner, Sony WH-1000XM4 with EQ isn't getting close to Airpods Max. Also, you're saying for $200 less you could get AKG K371, so its clear you're stuck in this 'sound quality or die' mindset. The AKG will sound better. sure. But they're wired, they have no ANC, no transparency mode and they're unbelievably less convenient for people on air travel or walking to/from work, or just casual use. Airpods aren't popular for their sound quality (even though it's pretty decent), they're popular for their convenience.

[@hy7968]

@@joep7586 lol for convenience I would rather have a wired iem.

[@sdutt1990]

Bought the AirPods Max recently (2022) due to very good discounts. Seen many reviews and this is the best one, hands down. I am a mid level audiophile. I have not seen this level of influence software can have on a pair of headphones. (Thanks for pointing out the settings in the Accessibility section - now I can hear the extensions).

[@andrewhargreaves1095]

I did the same. $100 off on Amazon so finally grabbed a pair. I love them so much once I adjusted the accessability settings and found a good EQ with Apple Music. On my mac it was easier with SoundSource to tune everything. Most comfortable over ear headphones I've had. Finally can wear them for hours at a time.

[@sam-wtf]

@@andrewhargreaves1095did you get apple care with them on amazon? idk if i should get it on amazon for less or pay more to get the engraving on apple

[@fraserembrey5676]

This is a great video, the editing is excellent and I trust Quinn's opinion. Many people take themselves too seriously when it comes to audio or don't really review it properly imo (i.e. just compare to the Sony headphones). This review feels beautifully balanced.

[@BananaFarm626]

As a fellow audiophile, thank you for this review, when i first heard the news and the lack of info apple came out with I too jumped on the hate train, but you changed my mind, so thanks

[@-z13]

Do you like them a year later? Would you go back and buy them again?

[@stevemajors3152]

@@-z13 I'm about to purchase ones, so I'm also looking for references 👀

[@SimonT54]

@@stevemajors3152 Hello. Same! Any updates?

[@Robert-iu2ou]

@@SimonT54 I’m not an audiophile but the sound quality is certainly premium, and the anc and transparent feel seriously luxurious. I do prep work in a kitchen and sometimes get to listen to podcasts, and going from paused in transparency to listening in noise cancelation, feels like walking into a movie, as the background noise fades away nearly completely.

[@jackyharuhiko]

This is THE review for AirPods Max. Much more pleased after watching it than the hollow MKBHD video which even has wrong info.

[@AlJey007]

it isn’t wrong. As usual, the truth is somewhere in the middle. Try putting them in a backpack without that stupid case on and they will be waking up every time you move

[@nishant54]

@@AlJey007 it is way wrong and fan like you can't defend that

[@TKDdans]

The low power mode was incorrect. It doesn’t take 2 hours to enter; it takes 5 minutes.

[@nishant54]

@@TKDdans not incorrect he thought that it was only his opinion

[@Dummyc0m]

@@nishant54 His opinion that the headphones turn off after 2 hours?

[@HeadsetAdvisor]

I've seen these reviewed on many other channels and am looking forward to doing one as well. Something I haven't seen covered yet which I'd like to touch on is how well these headphones work for business applications. When headsets don't have a USB dongle we've seen many models fail to perform up to our customers standards for their Zoom, Ringcentral, etc. applications. I hope this model performs well in our tests as it looks promising. Thank you for your fantastic review!

[@PhilfreezeCH]

17:25 So the Airpods Max receives a digital signal but for some reason the USB to Lightning cable cannot be used on a iPad Pro or similar? That is just stupid, it already is a digital input, why nut use it as such?

[@excessorizeme]

In for that fire jacket though. 🔥

[@retr00000]

yea but where do you get that jacket though?

[@karis7539]

@@retr00000 target

[@snazzy]

Bape Reflector

[@nediache_r1203]

You should do a edc holographic 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@pacioli]

I was interested until i saw Bape.

[@phillipcholewa3476]

The reason why you still can hear the tire on the concrete is simple. You just don’t only hear it with you ears. Your whole body is getting the little swings and make you your own box for sounds 😉

[@eggnorman]

I'd almost agree with this, and it's quite possible that this is a big contributor, but knowing how Apple handles ANC on AirPods Pro I know that it hates sounds like that. It doesn't just have sharp sounds playing in my ears - the music distorts and contorts beyond all recognition as the ANC tries its best to compensate for the noise, but it can't do it. AirPods Max have way better mics and dual chips, but I'd still expect a similar effect. On car journeys, I always have ANC off for the Pros.

[@mnico239]

I just did a road-trip from the Netherlands to Germany wearing the Max, ANC was great without any glitches.

[@ShadowLinkxMaster]

11:46 I demand a SnazzyLabs cement highway mixtape.

[@okrigerx]

A question: for an iPhone user, if I can buy the AirPods max for 412 usd and the Sonys for 280 - a 132 $ difference what would you buy?

[@rachelhutchison5961]

Can't you use a usb-c to lightning cable connecting to a macbook? wouldn't that sound better than converting a digital signal to analogue and then back again?

[@spegeleisen]

Saying this as an owner of XM4s, I feel that the XM4s are 80% good enough for me, and that the massive price premium is not worth it.

[@MegaSteamfreak]

Same. But because Sony is known for making good firmware updates let's hope that we get an adjustment or also DSP options.

[@airsoftluke17]

You must be smoking bro they are the best. Airpods max are shitty

[@MrKacperk]

@@airsoftluke17 XM4 feels like a cheap plastic toy with boomy sound compared to the Airpods Max.

[@helixlacoste6945]

@@MrKacperk Some of us like to run and workout with our headphones... Try to do that with those rocks you call headphones.. Been doing it for years with Sony's and the plastic make them light enough.

[@Sinononon]

@@MrKacperk This overpriced piece of crap is nothing compared to the XM4. Lighter and amazing drivers for a cheaper price.

[@bazza2540]

I appreciate the high level of editing effort you have put in to this video. This is TV grade 👍

[@respect386]

This was an extremely impressive overview. Great job Snazzy!!

[@bernardobento5943]

My thoughts exactly! Incredible

[@shawng4886]

Learned some things! Awesome review, dude! Your “muddy” comment about the XM4’s is exactly why I returned my AirPods Max(seemed to lack bass at the time), got the XM4’s, listened to them outta the box(TERRIBLE) and tweaked the settings, and went right back into Best Buy and compared them directly to the AirPods Max for nearly an hour lol… I’m crazy, I know… but I wasn’t leaving until I had the best pair of headphones for my money! In my comparison, at higher volume, the XM4’s had obvious distortion and sounded muddy while the Max did NOT! Even at the highest volume the Max were crystal clear! I also realized that the Max bass very much depends on the track you’re listening to. It felt like I was hearing the music as the artist intended on the Max. Some songs literally made me feel as if I was in the studio! I walked out with the Max and I’m good with my purchase! Outstanding headphones! I also got them for $445 because I got my returned ones back and they were technically “open box” lmao…

[@MatharuCH]

0:10 *sees left arm* IS THAT A HUH-DUH SIX HUNGEOS BY OL' MATE SENN?

[@alexanderm8476]

I bet he doesn't own a one grit though

[@DirkDeadeye_]

3 weeks ago this would’ve been a woosh.

[@LyricsVillage]

whatta nugget

[@maltepalt8242]

Sorry to be a buzzkill but those are the sennheiser hd650

[@invi8160]

Hehe

[@joe_scotto]

I think this video put it perfectly that for what they are they are REALLY GOOD / the best but when compared to higher end headphones they fall short in SQ.

[@DemonGolota]

The think is not that they are the best, they are better than the competición, but cost double the price. So as a consumer, do you prefer a better sound and noice canceling or get something almost as good but half the price... And I don’t mention the price in other regions, in Spain they cost almost 3 times more...

[@TLufty]

Best review by a long mile! Quite a few reviews have added “Audiophile” in the title without featuring any audiophile detailed content in the review. Thank you for this🙏🏻

[@Prateek0046]

This is the best review of Airpods Max by far. Not just the cans were reviewed, the details on codecs, conversions and wired mode is amazing, provided that people are able to follow that.

[@robertphillips4155]

I appreciated your comments about AAC. People get hung up on specs and what’s new and don’t always consider whether or not it really affects them.

[@Dogen]

Great job!

[@Reveiller]

Woah, didn't expect to find Dogen in the comments haha

[@Giranii]

@@Reveiller neither did I. Nice seeing him here tho

[@WisteriaBerlitz]

@Dogen would you buy one?

[@Dogen]

@@WisteriaBerlitz probably not, I already have a nice pair of IEMs, and I’m not a fan of lightning. Maybe if they release a new version with USB c that’s a bit cheaper!

[@Joaza998]

Ey Dogan, you getting this for some more Japanese ASMR?

[@beefbossfromwiisports]

Still ridiculously underrated. 10mil KZbinr right here

[@chhabramohit]

This is hands down the best review on KZbin.

[@keco185]

How do these compare to the sound quality of the drop + thx pandas

[@remymartin15]

Watching for a second time because AirPod max are on sale for $399 same price as Sony XM5’s and $50 more then XM4’s. Seeing if I should open & listen or return. I don’t really use headphones because I don’t go out much. AirPod pros for grocery shopping and listen to music in my car so not sure if I should keep them.

[@prkrmc6457]

Hey Snazzy, are you telling me these headphones are better than the Audio Technicas ATH-DSR9BT? I have tried EVERY high end Bluetooth set out there, every year I buy, return or resale the new releases, and NOT ONE comes close to the DSR9BT in fidelity and reproduction over Bluetooth with their fully digital drives and aptx-hd. Funny enough, they do not sound their best when paired with my iPhone 11 Pro Max. To get the best out of them, I need to pair them with my Pixel 5. Every time I hear the explanation for why Apple sticks to AAC, I can’t help but shake my head. If you have access to the audio technicas, I’d love to hear your input.

[@hikotee]

This was a college lecture titled as a 'review'. Great watch. Loved it! edit: +1 for the Tron:Legacy vinyl

[@joshuasterling2144]

Tron: Legacy=Yes

[@davhab7448]

Thank you for comparing them to the B&W. Everyone else has only been looking at the Sonys. Thumbs up!

[@mortenthorpe]

Yes, a much better comparison for actual audio... why people buy headphones for features rather than audio quality is beyond me. And on the audio side... I disagree that the px7 are boring... I do have one complaint about them; they are not neutral enough, as compared to the original PX

[@ChickenOfMajesty]

Waiting for the Apple press release: “AirPods Max aren’t uncomfortable; you’re wearing them wrong.”

[@simpson6700]

“AirPods Max aren’t uncomfortable; your head shape is wrong.”

[@kaitlyn__L]

I've seen the makers of the THX Panda say that for real lol. "Move the band forward on your head so it's flat" and so forth.

[@megavitek]

1. Say I add another pound to the weight, at which point do we say 4hr wear comfort is more important than sound quality? 2. How do you wear metal headphones in sub-freezing temperature? 3. What part of ANC is passive noise canceling?

[@bsperoz]

15:55 Problem is Apple Music DOES support lossless audio, starting a couple months after this was posted.

[@JemaKnight]

Apple really has mastered the art of somehow positioning itself against products that cost less than half as much, and somehow magically managing to come off as the better product.

[@IUAlum82]

Well that’s the wrong analogy. A BMW 5 series is twice as expensive as a Toyota Corolla…and it IS the better car. Price typically has a better indicator of quality - you’re talking about ‘value proposition’ wherein if your utility is merely to be able to listen to music with headphones, you don’t need best in class audio - you need a better value. Apple doesn’t compete with Bose or Sony in that sense, Apple makes products to work with its ecosystem better than another vendor can, and as such, prices themselves above competitors because…well because they just integrate and work better. If you want luxury buy Apple or that BMW 5 series, if you want value, buy the Corolla and someone else’s headphones.

[@prod.kidmizu]

⁠@@IUAlum82This is a bad comparison because BMW can be unreliable, and apple products are usually overpriced for what you get. Actually the AirPod max might be the first Apple product that’s better than its competition even if they should be $100 less.

[@iamr8262]

2:49 had me dying, but on a real note, amazing review, truly one from an audiophile's perspective.

[@aslye]

Cool I can buy them now.

[@SajidMahmood-rl5ih]

But can you really? Is it even in stock anywhere? (Don't blast me, I don't live in the U.S)

[@3katsime]

@@SajidMahmood-rl5ih nope, backordered 14 weeks

[@corruptbytes]

@@SajidMahmood-rl5ih you can find them in stores *maybe*

[@SGM805]

February 17th ish

[@sidebox]

@@SajidMahmood-rl5ih I’m gonna go with no. They come into stock every day in stores in the tiniest trickle here in the US. In NYC they are in stock for a couple of minutes out of each day. I can’t imagine any stock is getting through internationally.

[@TheSH1N1GAM1]

The transparency mode makes them worth it. Never been so impressed with a headphone feature before in my life. These also work for phone calls for me, unlike Bose QC and Sony WH-1000. That combo makes it worth the price for me. When I ordered them I assumed I had a good chance of returning them. Now I can’t imagine not having them with me all the time.

[@thebuddercweeper]

£550 is just a bit too much for me to spend on headphones, even Apple ones. I’m really hoping they either release a cheaper model with the same key features but technically reduced specs or just reduce the price a bit. I think I’d be comfortable spending £350 on them and could stretch to £400

[@thymen515]

Just look online at other shops. You could buy them for 429.

[@thebuddercweeper]

@@thymen515 I don’t think I’ve seen them new for less than £450

[@dignifiedinfluences5030]

@@thebuddercweeper you can occasionally find them on discount brand new below £400 from trusted retailers. However beware of repackaged “brand new sealed” ones on eBay as I had the unfortunate experience of opening the seal and finding a worn set of dodgy AirPods Max. Luckily I had videoed myself opening the package as I had a gut feeling it were dodgy.

[@BooredAtWork]

Excellent Video as always bro.

[@l4k3]

Dude the video is 35 min old and you commented 30 min ago. Jack off with the likehunt

[@db4a]

Significantly better than yours especially your outrageous conclusion that the Sony XM4 was better. Ridiculous! Snazzy’s conclusions were reasonable and fair. His review is among the best that I’ve seen especially coming from an audiophile. This man knows his stuff.

[@walex19]

@@db4a well said, this dude always has a bias against Apple.

[@forgivemanmokgomola5618]

@@walex19 Well said I thought I was the only one noticing it, even his review on M1 MacBooks was ridiculous

[@Swhite2020]

@@db4a but he is not the only person who says the m4 are better, there are many reviewers picking the Sony's... I'm actually surprised that he said the airpods max have the best AMC. Other reviewers actually let you hear the active noise cancellation in the video unlike him... I'm not big on his channel but if he is in apple bias person I'm not going to agree and say this is a very biased evaluation

[@toby2636]

Finally! The only AirPods Max review that anyone cares about.

[@JayLang7]

I was waiting for THIS EXACT review! from mr snazzy !

[@simioneitor1975]

Watching this video should not feel so therapeutic and soothing, it’s so enjoyable to listen to this guy

[@randomperson7445]

Is the condensation issue a reason to avoid these?

[@welldead8756]

Ready for this review man ! Stoked for it ! I was just waiting for an audiophiles review and you did it !

[@jacobspang21]

This is the most thorough and thoughtful review of these headphones yet. Thank you!!!

[@Dada228822]

Bought them, love em. But they are not for everyone. They are for me though, and I am delighted.

[@beautifulbeaner]

How is the noise canceling?

[@MzTravelingUSA]

I'm one of those that find discomfort if they clamp too tight. How are they with that?

[@bao.bunny_]

It’s been a few years, how are these treating you? Do use them as regularly as you do others?

[@2musiclover534]

Liked - Audio-wise, how do they compare wth the to pend Bluetooth Hifiman Ananda? I assume that the Ananda will be significantly better? Thanks.

[@JWJC2425]

The BEST review. I love how well you articulate the sound signature. 10/10

[@NosralTserrof]

The real question is....where did you get that jacket?

[@kvn777]

Haha wondering the same

[@Chronos5618]

I watch so that Mr Nelson can afford his fancy fridge. Doing my part to support some of the best tech videos on the KZbins.

[@nicholasn.2883]

12:16 The road noise isn’t really heard through your ear canal but more of transferred through your body, so the noise canceling literally cannot cancel it out. I’m not sure if any noise canceling device can cancel that out

[@AspenRodri]

I have the PX7 and WH1000XM3 headphones but mine seem to have different sound signatures than yours. My PX7 is overly heavy and muddy in the bass with highs that roll off at low frequencies over Bluetooth (though wired with USB they don't have the same issues). My Sony is much more neutral over Bluetooth with a little extra bass but no distortion. I've also never had an issue with LDAC reliability

[@deathsyth8888]

I can't wait for the DankPods review. _(Aussie noises intensifies)_

[@alymenbr]

Do you have an idea on how these compare to Sennheiser’s Momentum Wireless? (sound quality wise)

[@luislopesmetrology3144]

Really would like to know that too, they seem to be match in many cases. I bought the Sony xm3 for their convenience and price, also I liked better the sound on lows than the xm4. The sound stage is very bad and tiny, this is my main criticism for my use, and for home I use real plugged senns. But I regret a big not going for the momentum.

[@ThatMartianArt]

sold out for 3 months says nothing when you don't know the amount of stock they had in the first place.

[@anostio]

Except it does, because they clearly set their own margins and have greatly exceeded them, meaning demand is much greater than Apple themselves expected which is the only thing that matters

[@ThatMartianArt]

@@anostio how come? This is a pretty common marketing strategy. This creates hype for the product. Free articles about how their new product is sold out. Scarcity creates exclusivity. Something apple wants their products to radiate. When GUCCI has extra stock they destroy it to make their product look more exclusive. Also it’s corona times and all electronic products have trouble with manufacturing enough stock.

[@dyrichard]

@@ThatMartianArt It wouldn’t make business sense to not meet projected demand. Apple, for the most part is very conservative with their estimates though and anyone who orders now would likely get theirs a month earlier than what is quoted on the website. I’m guessing being conservative also works in their favor as you perceive it as a marketing strategy.

[@thatwaver8309]

@@ThatMartianArt apple doesn't need to do that shit

[@taraemsavana6729]

@@ThatMartianArt Man, Gucci destroyed their stock because they will produce a new collections every season instead of restock the old one while electronic device are here to stay for over a years, they need to restock it anyway.

[@vgamedude12]

Wait so Bluetooth does matter since you said in the video the wire made everything sound better? So what was the point of the rant about codec not mattering

[@kazilife8059]

Your Ad wasn't even an Ad, it was literally part of the video and the most relevant ad and timing I have ever seen. I just loved that.

[@kazilife8059]

I was referring to the iFixit ad. :3

[@MakeWeirdMusic]

"What else is outstanding?" Oh no, another LTT-like ad segue. "Transparency mode." Phew!

[@lampree]

2:50 snazzy’s audition tape

[@GaryJahman]

The amount of information in this review is just...MINDBLOWING

[@StraightEdgeBarbers]

This review was actually the only one that I was satisfied with making a purchase decision to. I also did not know about the cable and being able to then use a wired connection. Does this mean you’d be able to listen to higher quality masters on Tidal? I may sound stupid but does it make any difference to those like 96khz?

[@somedood6621]

Audio engineer here, you wouldn't be able to tell the difference on anything higher than 48khz in most cases. Regardless of headphones.

[@Max-mt8dk]

What’s the best headphones for: bass (very important) noise cancellation and battery.. I just want some headphones that are good with bass

[@rickz1980]

Check V Moda

[@ephraimchrisocloo818]

Your reviews are always the best and fun to watch. I always learn something before the video ends.

[@Ramingo1983]

Great review, and i've seen it all! ;) BTW, thanks for the "chapters", it is an underrated feature.

[@01Phenom]

Quin: Repairability apple: WTF is that?!

[@theshadowman1398]

As witnessed on the MacBooks and now even Mac mini.

[@SanjiVinsmoke666]

When you walk, do you hear your walk when wearing it? I have a bose quiet comfort 35, I can clearly hear my shoes making contact with ground, this is what I am saying hear your walk. Wonder does it happen with AirPods max?

[@whatupshawn]

Gotta say, I thoroughly enjoyed this review. Mostly because it was so much more than a product review. Kudos for packing in a heck lot of knowledge into a comprehensive format.

[@tatujohnny]

In my opinion this is one of the best reviews on youtube. The review I was waiting for. Thank you.

[@dangelo2728]

These just don't seem to know what they want to be: a traveler's delight or an audiophile's go to, and they don't do a particularly good job at either. I have no doubt that they sound great, but the way that they are packaged, it just doesn't seem realistic to be able to use these without hitting irritating hassles on a frequent basis. Not overly in love with my XM4s sound signature, but I love the fit, battery life, USB-C, etc. Price isn't too much of a deterrent for me, it just makes it easier to say pass. I think even for $400, I'd turn them down. Great review btw Quinn. Cool to see the cameo from the Miss

[@sidebox]

Once you try them you’ll realize you were wrong.

[@fmercury84]

Great review! “From performing to listening” : curious to know what instruments you play

[@BrandonMilner]

This is the single best review I've ever heard of this product. And thank you for mentioning latency. It makes these unsuitable for studio work...possibly even wired.

[@FDothat]

a friend lent me a pair and i tried to record and produce with them... not impossible, but you get better headphones e.g. by beyerdynamic or shure for a fraction of the cost. of course, those ones are purpose-built. but as long as we pay the same price when we use dedicated headphones for each usecase and get a better experience out of them, this product will not make any sense to me.

[@robertreynolds2212]

Compared to the Bose Noise Cancelling 700, would these spank them in sound quality?