Turtle Beach Stealth Pro VS Audeze Maxwell / DETAILED COMPARISON

[@frozengamer3030]

Your videos are awesome. Keep pumping them out

[@TheTechne]

Ehhh thanks a bunch. Is that one of them supper chats, or comments. Lol, I’ve never seen one before!

[@frozengamer3030]

@@TheTechne super chats. You deserve it my guy

[@TheTechne]

@@frozengamer3030 thank you so much man!

[@arokh72]

I've got the Maxwells and love them. They are nice and comfy, my ears don't get "spicy", and i find I'm immersed quite happily in my story driven games. I don't play FPS at all. One thing that sells it for me is the 80 hour battery life on the Maxwells. I can go almost an entire week of gaming without needing to recharge. A huge bonus for me. I'm happy with the passive noise cancelling as well, no ANC mics hurting my ears. Also, and this is big a difference. The Maxwells are $130 AUD cheaper, and available now, though through a single retailer, whereas the Turtle Beach unit is $599 AUD and won't be available for another month, at least.

[@aliuscairo4307]

I just got the maxwells too man and the price for the stealth are a bit too much lol AddictedtoAudio are a pretty good lot from what i've heard so nice to support 'em

[@zombieimpact2790]

They are in stores here in Wyoming.

[@Eddienet]

How is the loudness volume on the Audeeze?

[@aliuscairo4307]

@@Eddienet for me, super loud. Still loving them with zero issues fps and movies/music. Footsteps with them is amazing!

[@arokh72]

@@Eddienet Good thing you ask. Currently I've had them off, to semi watch TV with my partner, and I turn them up and have the cuffs open around my neck. With the headphones up, not sure of the level, I can hear my game, Pathfinder: WoTR, with no issues via the PS5.

[@HelveticaBold1]

Team Maxwell here. I was part of the first shipment no regrets on the purchase. MW2 & GoWR both sound fantastic.

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

How are footsteps? I already ordered but dont want footsetps quieter than my HyperX Alphas

[@HelveticaBold1]

@Daniel Anderson very easy, just plug in the mic and you’re good to go! Plus you have options for noise reduction w/ the mic.

[@HelveticaBold1]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 very good not necessarily class leading but you can EQ to bring out footsteps even more. Maxwell are king for single player story driven and FPS second but still very good.

[@elicitus5724]

I have the maxwell for like 2 weeks now and man that is the best gaming headset I ever tested. I didn't know that games could sound so good and clean. That headset is incredible.

[@michaelthompson9798]

I currently have the Audeze Penrose …. Not sure if you have/had these to compare the Penrose to Maxwell and your opinion on the gsm8n* sound?

[@elicitus5724]

@@michaelthompson9798 man I have tested the penrose before I bought the maxwell and the sound difference is not so big.The biggest difference is the build quality and the feature are far better than the penrose. Wireless is better on the maxwell there are any interference and the distance is better as well. If you have the penrose since launch, you can switch to the maxwell in my opinion, but if you have the penrose recently, I would wait another year and if there still have any better sounding headset in the market then I would buy the maxwell. In my case, the purchase paid off a lot, because I had the A50 gen 3 before, then I bought the Arctis Nova Pro, but I didn't like it and sent it back and finally bought the Maxwell because I tested the Penrose from a friend and it sounds so good so diceded to get the maxwell and I'm really happy with the purchase.

[@travismiller8369]

So I got my Stealth Pro's today and they don't come close to my Maxwell's sound wise and they're actually worse on comfort for me then the Maxwell and that's the only issue I have with my Maxwell's is the headband comfort. I'm returning the Stealth Pro's.

[@tompupino424]

@@travismiller8369 I keep telling everyone that the Stealth Pro is a cash grab...I guarantee they sound Identical to the 2 year old Stealth 700 gen 2 which can be found much cheaper that already comes with cooling gel ear cups and a long battery life...this new Stealth Pro is a complete waste of time and $$$ These "KZbinRS" are getting paid by Turtle Beach to say that they are better than the Maxwells...ROFL

[@travismiller8369]

@Tom Pupino Yeah I kept raising the volume on the Stealth until it wss max and I was like this is it? I put my Maxwell's back on. I don't even listen to the Maxwell's at 100% just 50% is enough.

[@itsmyleggz]

Canceled my maxwell. Waited since January. Well, I just bought the TB stealth pro. I have to admit, it is very nice. You can control all your EQ from your phone, and it will transfer right into your headset. The sound and mic are great. Playing WZ 2.0, I can hear everything. TB has so much setting. I tried a lot of headsets, and it's all personal preference. To me the TB is great.

[@dolphin-studio]

No shit, he said that in the video. Whats the point of repeating what's on the video.

[@evolve777]

I feel bad for you since you cancelled the Audeze's. I am so loving mine after using the Artic Pro Wireless for the past 5 years. These slay the Steel Series.

[@itsmyleggz]

@@dolphin-studio cuz i can

[@itsmyleggz]

@augustinechoi9868 dont feel bad. My cousin has been on the waiting list since January also, still hasn't gotten his. So im good.

[@herardoreyes8172]

@@dolphin-studio Whoaaah there relax bud.

[@BlazingsNL]

Anyone else watching all the review videos while waiting on their Maxwells to be in stock?

[@babymamba96]

You’re gonna be waiting half a year for that restock lol

[@BlazingsNL]

@@babymamba96 How do you know? It's supposedly end of May, but yeah it's a very popular product apparently.

[@DrewTube14]

LOL I am doing the same. Hoping for the best but not expecting much

[@travot3k]

Lol, yep 💯

[@villthe1986]

Still waiting

[@DrVortx]

It's Maxwell for me. Having to remove the mic to have the battery replaced every time, makes me feel that mic 3.5mm connection will break at some point. Also, you have the additional base, where you will have an extra battery always charging (which wears it), to look for. At 4:03, the headband gives a little and will be an issue. So, how many possible things that could break? As I have had durability issues in the past with Turtle beach products, that's a no for me. I like the independent controls for chat and volume on Maxwell, click for noise suppression which works better and, IMHO, from the video we can tell that the Mic audio quality is better on Maxwell. Thanks for the video.

[@Jacester1324]

Lol what a joke

[@XDomX777]

Agree 100% Turtle Beach just cant get the quality right.

[@Jacester1324]

@@XDomX777 that’s not what the review says

[@XDomX777]

@@Jacester1324 that’s what my review says being in my 30s and owning an embarrassing amount of their headsets.

[@Jacester1324]

@@XDomX777 do you have this headset?

[@zedetach]

Planar magnetics are just something else. I've been playing Resident Evil Village with my Cloud Orbit S and I swear it takes immersion to a whole new level.

[@gaminglegend8656]

You nailed it in the review with the fun, exciting, and immersive sound part. I'm glad companies like Turtle Beach are not chasing the flatter "audiophile" sound signature that is boring in games.

[@megaloth1955]

Exactly! I bought the Penrose and they're sharp, critical, clear...and BORING. Even EQ'd. Just plain boring.

[@ericmpena]

I didn’t even realize the Maxwells had an app, so it doesn’t bug me that it’s not a good app. The sound alone on the Maxwells are worth picking them over anything else. Super clean audio out of the box.

[@sneakysteve81]

Im trying to decide which headset to buy bro. What headsets have you used in the past?

[@ericmpena]

@@sneakysteve81 Astro A50’s, Nova Pro Wireless, Penrose X, and Maxwells. I use the Maxwells daily. Easily my favorite of all the ones I’ve used.

[@cozygoat1273]

@@sneakysteve81if you want the best get the maxwells, simple as

[@TheMongoNetwork]

Audeze is the pinnacle of gaming headsets to me. The Penrose is elite tier and Maxwells are as well.

[@nisikTV]

I bought the Maxwells. I often have some background noise, and having a feature to mitigate that is nice. I've had them for about a week, and they are doing great.

[@boardathome1232]

Check that your side tone is turned off. I experienced the same thing but then realized side tone was on. Switch off…voila!

[@nisikTV]

@@boardathome1232 Good tip! I meant background noise that might be picked up by the mic. I was really sold on the noise filter technology for the microphone on the Maxwell. It works great! I should've been clearer in my original comment.

[@aliuscairo4307]

Thumbs up for the Maxwell too, only got it when I last talked to you Techne but music, sweaty fps and even range and comfort are beaut! And thats coming from Stealth gen 2 max. Cheers man for the awesome reviews and I hope your having a good one!

[@piniensieb7215]

Very interesting to see him and GadgetryTech having the opposite take in regards to fps games. Shows how subjective the matter is.

[@chadsmith9031]

I have both pairs and the Nova pro wireless. The Maxwells are superior for every game except fps style games where footsteps are a big priority. The Stealth Pros are a close..close 2nd. Both are bad ass headsets. Love the Maxwells and digging the stealth pros so far.

[@loadedgullloadedgull2991]

@@chadsmith9031 which out of the maxwells or stealth pros have the widest soundstage? I’m looking for the widest soundstage for pubg, I only play fps games but mostly pubg at the moment. I currently have Astro a50’s and for example if someone shoots a sniper rifle in pubg at about 500 metres away, it doesn’t matter where it is (front/back/left/right/high/low) I always instantly know exactly where it is coming from. Even with footsteps in multi-storey buildings, if I’m on the middle floor and someone starts moving around then I know exactly where they are. Got maxwells pre ordered but if the stealth pros have a wider soundstage than the maxwells while still also sounding good them I may change my mind.

[@SAVOTAGExx]

@@chadsmith9031 I agreed that for FPS games clear trebles dont necessarily mean the sound stage and imagery is better. So for pin pointing enemies which one did you like better including the Novas?

[@SAVOTAGExx]

@@loadedgullloadedgull2991 I’m wondering the same thing for pubg as well… what did you find out? Heard the Novas have the best imaging

[@loadedgullloadedgull2991]

@@SAVOTAGExx I got the stealth pros, returned them because the soundstage was shit compared to the a50’s and volume was shit compared to the a50’s also. The soundstage of my a50’s is infinitely better, like not even close to being a competition. Ultimately I cancelled my Maxwell order because everyone says the stealth pros have better soundstage than the Maxwells, yet the soundstage of the stealth pros were crap regardless of how they were set up lol. Sticking with my a50’s.

[@B1Gsleep86]

I wonder what headset he is alluding to for next week. It would be nice if Astro joined the next generation with a new A50, the current model is just a little outdated at this point. With that said I'm loving my Maxwell's. And i can confirm the xbox version will work on the PlayStation as well.

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

My only curiosity is footsteps. I've already ordered them but im hoping to hear footsteps same as I do on my HyperX Aplhas, can you confirm?

[@B1Gsleep86]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 I can only compare them to the Astro a40s and a50s. The maxwells are better in every way, except for maybe comfort. I could wear the a40s all day. The Maxwells cups are a little shallow for my ears, I can't wait for some wicked cushions.

[@thelastnatty8537]

I’ve been searching and finally figured it out! It’s a new Razer headset that’s unveiled tomorrow

[@Noneya5555]

@@thelastnatty8537 Source?

[@thelastnatty8537]

@@Noneya5555 razers website

[@R0NxBURGUNDY]

I have the Penrose now…picking up the Stealth Pro’s today at Best Buy…and have Maxwells coming on Tuesday…No idea what to do 😅 reviews on both are very close so I don’t think I’ll be upset with either…Just hoping the stealths can come close on sound, the Penrose has spoiled me with the planars

[@Daniel189HLL]

Await your response eagerly.

[@elbato713]

So which did you end up keeping. They told me i MIGHT get them june. So i bought the stealth while i wait for my maxwells.

[@Daniel189HLL]

@@elbato713 are they cheap plastic feeling?

[@Serbuprofen]

What's best for you in the end and what

[@cyberbully7942]

Which one is better?

[@houdinii6599]

Lunch break, Great timing with the video thank you brotha

[@RealBruceLee943]

Let's go I so cannot wait for this review keep up with the great work... Stinkin cozy man...

[@RealBruceLee943]

Oh my days where to go and what to do next... So I think to try the Planar Magnetics as you put it I'm going to sell my Steelseries Arctis 9X and buy the Audeze Penrose(2nd hand the are £80 to & £100) I'll get the jist of what you mean there once I've had that experience I'll see if I want it again or whether to go for the Turtle Beach... I honestly thought you would swing one way or the other here and give us a one headset race but these are so so good but in different ways that you had to say what you said... Watch this space and thanks for the hard work and commitment you give to us and your channel... Love it and keep them coming man... See you on the other side... You see what I did there??? Enjoy and Peace...

[@chrisanderton4516]

Since all the mics are detachable and appear to be a 3.5mm can we take the mic off the Blackshark v2 pro and use it with the Maxwell?

[@tilttrip210]

Did you ever find answers

[@bighov2152]

I have both and for me the Maxwell just sounds Amazing i don’t get where everyone saying the stealth pro better for FPS games i don’t feel it’s better i think you jus need to EQ a lil bit on both headsets.. i like the stealth app and customization and all but didn’t like the clamp force i would say you can’t go wrong with these two for me #1 Maxwell #2 Stealth pro 🫡 Took stealth pro back

[@eviarada]

I'm torn between Maxell and Stealth Pro. I mainly play multiplayer FPS games but also some single player games. Music and BlueTooth Phone calls are not important for me. My main concern With the Maxwell's are 2 things: First is Comfort because it's a 510+ grams headset. Second is imaging and footsteps sound. Any Help would be greatly appreciated my friend. I would tell you this, I bought Turtle beach 700 gen2 max and i was so disappointed, Comfort/Sound quality/Footsteps were very bad compared to my old 2011 Astro a40's. So that makes me worry about buying another Turtle beach headset.

[@Acconda]

I tried these two just after release. I sent the stealths back and kept the Maxwell. However I do miss them and so now I can get the wicked cushions, I will look to add them to my collection if they come down in any sales next year. They will come in handy when I want just that little more bass, although overall they are no where near as loud as the Maxwell

[@birdsoup777]

Thank you. The volume level is important. I have the Maxwells. They get loud. Looking for another pair on par with maxwell that are lighter. hearing the stealth dosent compare in volume. I will keep looking

[@MrAnderson2744]

I sent the Maxwells back , I wasn’t too impressed they do sound good, but the Stealth Pro’s are extremely loud they seam to just hit harder in my opinion definitely glad I went with these

[@jawadbakhshi31]

Send the turtle beach back and got the Maxwell. Happy I made this decision. The sound is much more better when I watch my movies or play games. Turtle beach was good but idk I felt like I didn’t feel a wow that’s amazing like the Maxwells. I have used my mobius for years and the Maxwell seems like the second best option to that. Even my friends agree when hearing my mic on the Maxwell

[@frozengamer3030]

Waiting to get the maxwells is such a pain. I wish they were available to buy without having to preordering it.

[@eddi3401]

Some times Amazon has them in stock but only for PlayStation so far

[@frozengamer3030]

@@eddi3401 I am happy getting the turtle beach’s

[@R0NxBURGUNDY]

@@eddi3401 be careful though, usually third party sellers. I almost bought a pair listed at 329 and thought they were Xbox, they were the PS ones that retail at 299 lol…almost got me

[@eddi3401]

@@R0NxBURGUNDY oh really? I pre ordered my Xbox version in march and I got them by mid ma4ch which wasn’t bad at al, it was supposed to get to me by end of April the website said

[@Carlinhooo10]

I have the turtle beach stealth 700 gen 2 max, would you say the stealth pro's are worth the upgrade? Thanks

[@MegaWeagle]

Great review, can’t wait for my Maxwell to show up! If I may I think you are nuts on the mic 😂 I couldn’t stand your voice on the tb mic. Both built ins were very similar but the Maxwell was so much clearer and just easier on the ears.

[@lutenus9627]

So for me, which likes to play RPG's, Story driven games, Sim Racers and would also want to use it to listen to music and conference calls. I feel attracted to the Maxwell. To bad it hasn't ANC so that I could use it in the Train or Plain (not primarily for listening music, but for blocking the noise) Thanks for the Review!

[@arokh72]

@AmpEdition agreed. I had a neighbour mowing this past weekend, and though I could still hear the mower, it was only when I wasn't listening to anything, as soon as Horizon Forbidden West loaded up I couldn't hear them mowing.

[@DBD120]

I don't understand, Techne, you gave the Audeze Maxwell outstanding praise for sound quality, comfort, build, and hardware in the video made for them; yet here you would overall recommend the Stealth Pro's but then bounce back by saying that the magnetic driver's are an experience like no other. I think the point is that they are both outstanding; but, if you had to choose, you would choose the Stealth Pro's. Could you explain your thinking a bit more on this? Furthermore, would you still recommend them for someone who is interested in a headset to cover not only gaming but music and other forms of media as well?

[@tompupino424]

Just get the maxwell....the Stealth Pro sounds just like the Stealth 700 Gen 2 guaranteed...Which I have 2 pairs of already for my XSX/PS5...The Maxwell will be far more immersive...and do use the custom EQ setting for the Maxwell as it really wakes up the headset quite a bit...

[@Daniel189HLL]

I'd buy the maxwell, I've ordered a pair myself because the mic and SQ is just on another level. This guy just contradicts himself.

[@ethaniel86]

@@tompupino424 mind to share custom eq settings? will be getting maxwell next two weeks

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

@@ethaniel86 GadgetryTech has some

[@tompupino424]

@@ethaniel86 I don't have mine yet...not in stock anywhere for xbox version...waiting for it to show up on Amazon...

[@eviarada]

@TheTechne I watched a lot of your reviews and i'm still debating. My budget is around 400$ and i'm looking for the best WIRELESS gaming headset that works on both PS5 and Xbox series X. I mainly play FPS multiplayer games and some single player games, music and BT phone calls are irrelevant. I bought the Turtle beach 700 gen2 max and sent them back at the same day, i was very disappointed, sound quality, footsteps tracking and comfort are all really bad compared to my old wired Astro A40 headset that i bought back on 2011. I'm on a search for a higher quality headset. I was thinking about the Turtle beach Stealth pro and the Audeze maxwell. Any help or other suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

[@evolve777]

These Audeze Maxwells are the best sounding Headphones that I have ever purchased. These absolutely kick the Artic Pro Wireless' ass. The sound from the Steel Series was above average at best. These Maxwells have so much detail and a clean delivery that I have enjoyed them for either gaming or listening to music (bass focused songs or not) on a much more enjoyable level than with the Steel Series. As for the Turtle Beach, I don't even care tbh. I'm enjoying these Audeze's so much I don't need anything else.

[@ozzy7455]

Yeah I agree the Maxwell's sound better but when it comes down to gaming and using the software I think that the pro or Nova pro beats them it has much better software and has a much much better spatial sound when it comes to FPS and shooters. So you may like the way they sound better but overall these are gaming headsets and when it comes to gaming they are about a seven out of 10 they're great but not the best both the turtle Beach and the Nova pros are better gaming headsets. And if I want to listen to good music headphones I'll listen to wired ones or I'll listen to my focal bathys that blow the Maxwell's out of the water for music

[@evilcapricorn9328]

@@ozzy7455 I'm pretty sure the Maxwell's has comparable spatial audio when using EQ and DTS Surround. Also I don't really think the Focal Bathys are really comparable since they aren''t a "Gaming headset" and more than double the price.

[@Nubsauce]

I almost find it a slap in the face to compare the Audeze Maxwell to a Turtle Beach... The Maxwell is legit the best wireless gaming headset I have ever owned.

[@EaglesRback33]

Give it 12 months till it starts falling apart and get back to us!

[@cyberatic]

it passed over 12 months, did it fall apart? @Nubsauce

[@gronkymug2590]

After so many months, are TB still the best pick for immersion in games? Also, how Maxwell sound when playing low quality compressed audio? And do you enjoy them on your neck? Thanks, great video!

[@ibassnote]

I bought Maxwells to listen to music FIRST and gaming a distant second. They sound really great. You said the maxwells cups are plastic but I’m fairly convinced they are aluminum.

[@loadedgullloadedgull2991]

Great video, subscribed. Which out of the maxwells or stealth pros have the widest soundstage? I’m looking for the widest soundstage for pubg for positional sound. I only play fps games but mostly pubg at the moment. I currently have Astro a50’s and for example if someone shoots a sniper rifle in pubg at about 500 metres away, it doesn’t matter where it is (front/back/left/right/high/low) I always instantly know exactly where it is coming from. Even with footsteps in multi-storey buildings, if I’m on the middle floor and someone starts moving around then I know exactly where they are. Got maxwells pre ordered but if the stealth pros have a wider soundstage than the maxwells while still also sounding good them I may change my mind.

[@eviarada]

Did you end up buying the Maxwell's buddy?

[@MrKarangill1000]

which one did you keep for hearing footsteps?

[@Chihav]

Just a friendly question? Are the Maxwells capable of 32bit/192Khz Hi-Fi sound when wired? I know about Bluetooth with LDAC it's capped to 24bit/96Khz.

[@djmervizzzy]

I love my Maxwells no issues and I use it for PC/Playstation/Tablet/Iphone12promax so comfy after hours of play weight isnt really an issue for me. I also use competitively for counter-strike and warzone!

[@Moxie_93]

What are they like for competitive gaming do you hear footsteps well enough?

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

Such as HyperX Alphas, I want good sound but still be able to hear footsteps. They are just as good as regular gaming headphones for footsteps?

[@djmervizzzy]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 never used alphas but definitely could hear the footsteps at volume 65

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

@@djmervizzzy Clearly or hidden among all the other noise?

[@djmervizzzy]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 CRYSTAL CLEAR what do you plan on using it for?

[@SnoopWog]

I just ordered the Maxwell, my take away is they both seem fantastic and not far apart my decision came down to price as there is a $100 dollar difference here... I'll probably get the turtle beach when on a good sale, wouldn't mind owning both.

[@Jacester1324]

Where did you buy the maxwells from?

[@Jacester1324]

@@SnoopWog wow that’s crazy lol

[@evolve777]

I just ordered my Maxwells last night with an overnight delivery for tomorrow. I had the Arctis Pro Wireless but the right side went out so I ordered the Nova Pro Wireless. Less than 15 min. later, I saw a review on the Maxwells. I literally cancelled my Nova order and ordered the Audezes. I look foward to opening up my box tomorrow and gaming. Cant wait.

[@jeiceginyu4595]

I rather go with the Maxwell's clear crisp Audio. Battery life 80+ hrs and the AI noise cancelling is lit. Only negative would be Bluetooth simulation.

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

Bluetooth simulation?

[@jeiceginyu4595]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 you can't listen to music on the phone and game at the same time with the dongle but you can with the aux cable.

[@skwest]

Add the fact that the 2.4ghz range is... extreme, and it's a winner.

[@Mike_TNVol4Life]

What do you guys think? I only console game on the PS5 (No computer gaming) I don't do alot of FPS either. I mostly play Story driven, Horror, Souls-like games, RPG & Adventure games. But I love the Boom of Explosions and Gunshots, ect.. Which do you guys think is better for all that?? Honestly, I'm just really excited for this video, & been waiting on this one bc These are the 2 headsets I'm torn between, and can't decide which to get?

[@TheTechne]

I know your asking others, but for your situation I would highly recommend these new TB

[@R0NxBURGUNDY]

I don’t think you would be mad either way, I’m leaning TB for the features and battery swapping. I love the maxwell battery life but that does NOT mean I wouldn’t forget to charge them and have a dead headset in the middle of a party chat session with buddies lol

[@daquarius1222]

@@R0NxBURGUNDY what's stopping you from forgetting to put the flat battery in the charger? ;) the reason to not buy the Maxwell's cause "you would forget to charge em'" is just a habit reason tbf :) BUT, the TB is nice with swapping batt's when need be ofc!

[@Mike_TNVol4Life]

@@TheTechne Heck Yeah! You haven't steered me wrong yet. I've got the VZR One's, Epos H6 Pro's, & the Penrose's bc of your videos. But sold the Penrose bc too uncomfortable (even after modding) *So now I'm looking for the best Wireless PS5 headset again, & these Stealth Pro's seem fantastic! Thank you Techne!! Oh, and I only asked others bc I thought you'd probably be too busy to reply* (With you cranking out all these Top Tier videos for us so often!) 🙏

[@Daniel189HLL]

Maxwell all day long

[@eddi3401]

I have the maxwells for Xbox so adding to what you said, the Xbox version does work on the ps5 but for some odd reason, you have to connect it with dongle attached to the usb, you can’t just connect the dongle to usb c port on the ps5 but it’s no big deal because it still works

[@geoffk6375]

Does the tempest audio work aswell?

[@eddi3401]

@@geoffk6375 yes it works

[@geoffk6375]

Thanks I've already ordered the PS5 version but also own the series X. Seems like I need to order the Xbox version

[@eddi3401]

@@geoffk6375 you can still use the ps5 version on the series x but it would have to be with aux cable connected to your controller

[@micheled8603]

I am torn on the Maxwell and turtle beach only on ps5 not fussed on Bluetooth for phone connection

[@rickray1951]

Thank you so much for the honest comparison!

[@TheTechne]

thank you for watching

[@Mercurial_Phantom]

Can you get better audio from headphones for the same price as the maxwells?

[@ScubaProDiver]

I have my Turtle Beach Stealth Pros arriving tomorrow! The customization you can do to the headset with the app and the fact that it saves to the headset instantly and works on console is a huge win. Seems like the Maxwell is good for music listening with gaming as a secondary function. The turtle beaches are definitely your gaming headset. You gave the highest praise in your Tb standalone review when you said the headset made you go back to games and want to keep playing. If a headset makes you want to keep gaming then you found your headset

[@deoee]

You can save Presets with EQ on the Maxwell too, next week even with the PC software available :)

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

Sound is subjective and so is the KZbinr you watch. All in all, Maxwells have won every comparison apart from this particular video and thats mostly due to the app however needs setting up once at most. Enjoy your TBs

[@halokil3]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 wich video? This is the only comparison between the 2 that i can find….

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

@@halokil3 Bro just put MAXWELL and his name, he's done at least 3

[@halokil3]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 im srry bro i misunderstood i got the arctis nova pro wired with gamedac but i just order the tb's lets see how they compared with the nova pro Wired.

[@Paronic]

Turtle Beach's track record with bad quality builds have really put me off their products(the break a lot). I was close to canceling my Maxwell order( I order the maxwells April 9th and will not get them until mid May. and was going to order the pro's but I have never experienced planar magnetic drives. Sticking to my heart and choice. I'm hopping I'm making the right decision. I do not care for the feature riches that the pro offers as I will be purely using the maxwell on my pc.

[@itsfinakiddo]

Hasnt even been in a month yet and the mic went out on my Pros. Sad thing is I was just like you and gave TB one more chance after my 700s choose to work when they feel like it. For $360 youd expect this was durable, high quality. Wrong. Purchased my maxwells today and hung up the Pros for whenever TB decides to contact me back on a fix.

[@evolve777]

I decided on the Maxwells. I am sending this text 4 months after your comment. I am so glad and relived I went with this brand. Turtle Beach's headphones got away for so long with their gimmick products that they do not deserve anyone's business. Fooling kids or people that do not know any better is why I have never bought their trashy products.

[@Paronic]

@@evolve777 so I'm so happy with the Maxwell's. Best sounding headset I've ever used.

[@ParanormalHuntTV]

Love the videos man! Very informative! I just ordered the maxwell headset. I'm using the astro a40 mixamp pro tr at the moment. Footsteps are ehh ok here and there. Between the these 2 you think that the maxwells will pinpoint the footsteps better than the stealth pros? Thanks in advance!

[@baseballadict54]

Hey! Great video! Do you know if the Stealth Pro supports USB C connection to PC for audio/mic? Or does it have to go through the little dongle/puck

[@kennist2046]

@@baseballadict54Dongle only

[@TheJigSawX]

Hi I got the Maxwells, 2 things I wanted to know, you Recommended Treble Boost for Competitive Games! 1) Do you use Dolby Atmos on with Game Profile and Performance Mode Turned off? (Gadgetry Tech suggested this) 2) What Audio Setting do you use in COD while playing on PC for example PC Speaker or Home Theater? Thanks! 😅

[@Namocer]

Hi Can the Maxwell go as loud as the Penrose? And are they better for movies? I use them mainly for movies. Thanks for great reviews!

[@sluggaming369]

@TheTechne what headset would you recommend for someone looking for really good immersion in story games

[@billylancaster-i2d]

Been waiting for 2 months to be only told today and there is no ETA for PlayStation 😢😢

[@salvadorfernandez3455]

Loving the vids man!!

[@TheTechne]

thanks man

[@halokil3]

Great review @ The techne should. I get one of these or keep my nova pro wired with gamedac sound wise?

[@birdsoup777]

Your reviews are awesome. Thank you. I don't like putting any software on my phone, makes you a Target for email marketing

[@TheTechne]

thank you

[@mbarrios386]

Just got my Stealth Pros this morning and tested in Resurgence Solos. Could hear enemies running a mile away; pinpointed their location and got ‘em dead. Superhuman hearing is a total game changer. My wife had to walk in front of me to get my attention due to the 80% ANC. 😂 The sound, out the box, is phenomenal. Can’t wait to dial it in with the EQ. They’re totally comfortable, too! Thanks for the assist in making sure I invested in the quintessential headset for gaming.

[@DaltonYT]

Nice ❤ Mine is coming tomorrow glad to hear so much good news about it.

[@abelke]

What headset were you coming from? I’m debating picking up the TB as my wireless option

[@DaltonYT]

@@abelke Don't know if your talking to me or the other guy but I came from the Stealth 600 Gen 2 and those were really good

[@mbarrios386]

Since getting the PS5, I have had the SteelSeries Arctis Pro 7P+, then the Razer Barracuda. The SteelSeries were fine, for sound, but the mic sucked. The Razer were doing fine until about a month ago when mid-match, they would randomly just shut off. Didn’t think anything of it until it cost me several matches. I used it for Bluetooth while working on the yard, also, and same thing. Would just turn off. After watching the review on the TB, and seeing the written reviews, I pulled the trigger.

[@abelke]

@@mbarrios386 I might just have to do the same here

[@johncapone8843]

Can you use the audeze maxwell wired with a dac amp like the shiit hel 2 and how does it sound?

[@justinbeard4733]

honestly I want the Maxwell's I love my LCD 2's and am wanting a good pair of wireless headphones and I love Audeze anyway.

[@kevclark8661]

I've now had both ..the maxwells are boss imo ..

[@cruzinthruspace]

No simultaneous audio sucks

[@GTduzIt]

Brand new stealth pros and my transmitter won't connect. It just blinks red, I've tried everything. I have to return them from brand new for this smh.

[@chriscook7461]

My custom eqs don't seem to be saving on my app, when I go back to edit them all are set back to default apart from one or 2 ? Turtle beach stealth pro.

[@psncranky-rod123]

Hey Techne... would you be able to confirm if the Maxwell xbox version works on the PS5? Is there any loss in quality for using the xbox version on PS5. I use both consoles and looking for something that works on both. I have the nova pro at the moment which works on both platforms, but I want to buy a planar magnetic headset. Thank you and keep up the great work!

[@jutlee3281]

Wanting maxwells for ps5 man plz tell me u found some stuff out

[@endorphinADMIN]

As this review strictly focused on gaming, I'm going to add a little hot sauce into the mix: music! I did compare both sets, and wow, are they both fantastic at gaming, each in its own right. You are spot on, the Stealth set is the more "one and done" deal here, albeit, for gaming only. However, if you do enjoy and truly appreciate music, of any type, the Max set has the Stealth beat, no holds barred. Music sings on the planar drivers. You FEEL it, close your eyes, and completely float away, into a blissful experience. There's just no comparison. Based on how well both work in games, there's no way I even hesitated to grab the Max set for myself and I don't regret it. The Maxwells also support more audio standards. Their batteries are rated higher and perform above their actual rating. Lastly, despite being heavier, I feel zero fatigue wearing them for hours at a time. No contest for me, it was a clear and easy choice. Now, I'll throw in another factor that may sway your choice, as it definitely reinforced mine - and this is the cherry on top - movies: WOW, does the Max set deliver an absolutely incredible watching experience. I have the Aurus 48" OLED monitor (DP out from my PC) at 120 Hertz refresh - watching movies on it, from time to time, is quite enjoyable. The Maxwells make it so much better. The app (also the Windows / Mac application) is not top notch, but that's just dev work - Audeze is continually working on improving that experience. I am sure that sooner or later it will match what Turtle Beach brings to the fight here. Yet, out of the box, the Max set sounds perfect without tweaking the EQ (which is still doable - it's not like the software doesn't support it). By the way, I have yet to feel ANY sweat on my head, around my ears, or on the headset itself, even after hours of use. Maxwell has my love in this case. [A quick edit - something that came to mind, after listening to more music - I am hearing and discovering sounds and subtleties in music which I've been listening to for ages, that I've never heard before. It's unbelievable how much I've been missing out on. The detail that this Max set offers, the Stealth cannot touch. Try the Maxwells if you have the means. You will fall in love with the same pieces of music again and again. Stunning.]

[@QFaultierQ]

Hello, i have a question, how good works the Turtle beach with the Dolby App und Xbox? I don't see someone speak about it. Ist it good with the app?

[@Eddienet]

How is the loudness compared wich sounds louder say when using it for music, movies and with bluetooth for daily use, Audezee got 80h of battery time wich I like, leaning on the Audezee as I work with music also but the weight got me thinking…

[@Moxie_93]

What would you personally recommend for fps gaming and only fps gaming but I have currently got the steel series Nova pro wired, but I am looking into a wireless headset

[@babymamba96]

TB Stealth Pro for fps games, definitely the headset for competitive gamers.

[@kavid8120]

i play Apex Legends and need the best audio headset but also with above average audio for music so idk if i should get Maxwells or Stealth Pros 😢😢😢

[@jasminahmetovic140]

which one did u chose im thinking to buy one of them

[@kavid8120]

@@jasminahmetovic140 Maxwells

[@jasminahmetovic140]

Okay thank you by the way are they good headset or?

[@kavid8120]

@@jasminahmetovic140 for the price yes

[@jasminahmetovic140]

@@kavid8120 thank you

[@brenttitus2134]

My Audeze Xbox version got pushed to June. I want a gaming headset and not a headphone sound. I cancelled the Audeze and went with the TB. Judging by this review and in my case, I made the right decision. 👍

[@ILmaddog]

So... how is it? Are you satisfied?

[@brenttitus2134]

@@ILmaddog I am so satisfied, I ended up buying the PS5 version as well for my PS5!

[@acewonderwaffles]

Techne , you mentioned in the past you play Destiny. I only play Destiny 2 on PlayStation 5, which headset or other headset your recommend for a D2 player? Thanks and love your videos❤!

[@jamesy5150]

Same boat here! Live and breath Destiny 2 but then the odd occasional war zone /cod matches few times a year! I’m thinking it’ll be the Maxwell, but I’m still undecided!

[@Daniel189HLL]

Get the audeze, the sound quality is on another level, pretty much the same opinions across youtube.

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

In another video he highly rated the Maxwells for D2

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

@@jamesy5150 Maxwell bro, easy choice

[@jamesy5150]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 appreciate the reply!

[@cruzinthruspace]

Yo techne how do I get the audio settings to stay on the app for the turtles, they seem to reset every time

[@FuryonKnight]

Interesting Video, Subscrided. Techne Can you tell me if the Stealth Pro are standard 16-bit or are they 24-bit like the Maxwells. Can't find that info on their website

[@gregge72]

I currently have the Corsair HS80. I also have several audiophile (mid to low end) headphones. The fidelity of the HS80 is "good enough" in my opinion. The biggest pain point for me is the sidetone. You can barely hear yourself when talking. I had originally purchased it because I play Virtual Table Top RPG's online with my friends. So, there is a huge communication aspect involved. My hopes was to combine the fidelity of the audiophile headphones with the mic of the HS80 but with better sidetone. Is the Maxwell worth the upgrade?

[@Aleksey_Odessa]

Good afternoon, I want to buy Audeze Maxwell headphones for a computer and watching movies on TV and music from the phone, but as I understand it, the phone is no longer needed because I can’t connect them directly without this flash drive and it turns out that it will need to be pulled out to the TV from the computer to the TV, etc.. ? Now I use headphones that just turn on and they connect via Bluetooth to the phone / TV, but these ones won’t be able to do this (without this flash drive) or I don’t understand something) Thank you )

[@kylestewart4444]

I ordered the Maxwells about a week ago. The site seemed to show them as in stock and shipping within 3-5 days but I got an email a few days ago saying that they’re sorry about the delay and that my unit should be shipping in August, so some time next month. A bit of a bummer but I’m definitely willing to wait.

[@Gabytroya12]

You already have them? you like them?

[@kylestewart4444]

@@Gabytroya12 yea man, they’re great. And don’t let people talking about the weight scare you away from them. They’re definitely heavier than most headphones/headsets I’ve owned but they’re very comfortable. When I was watching reviews back when I was first considering buying them, every single reviewer seemed to make a big deal about the weight but it’s been overblown in my opinion. They’re fairly hefty but things that are well built often are. The sound, comfort, battery life and general build quality are all top notch. I don’t play online multiplayer games so I never use a mic. That’s the one thing I can’t really offer any opinion on. But aside from that, I’ve been using them for a couple of months and I can’t imagine anyone being disappointed by these headphones.

[@ЕвгенийД-э3и]

Hello! I would like to ask you for advice. I play mostly on ps5. I would like from headphones (wireless), cool bass, comparable to bass in a movie theater (approximately), excellent sound, excellent positioning (but sound is still a priority). The choice is between steelseries nova pro wireless, audeze Maxwell and turtle beach stealth pro. what would you advise? Maybe there are some other headphones that will give a cool sound?

[@CEEEEEEEEENA]

same question , which ones did you get ?

[@mattp1680]

Awesome video, I'm debating between buying one of these 2 over the next few weeks. Coming from a Stealth 700 gen 2 max which has been great for the low price so I'm kinda leaning towards the Turtle Beach right now. This video really helped me a lot. Keep up the great work, you are my go to guy for anything headset related from here on out 👍

[@starstatusvillarreal3747]

What are you getting

[@mattp1680]

@@starstatusvillarreal3747 Think I'm gonna go for the Stealth Pro, but I have heard the Planar drivers in the Maxwell are amazing. Really hard decision, might just order both and try them out and return one of them, that's the only way to really get an idea of preference tbh, if only there was a store you could try before you buy, that would be great

[@Daniel189HLL]

@@mattp1680 I think that's a good idea. I don't know where you are but headphones UK have a thirty day return policy subject to terms and conditions I believe. Maxwell OOS til end of May though.

[@mattp1680]

@@Daniel189HLL Yeah I'm in the UK, will check them out. Really want to try the Audeze first tbh, heard the Planar drivers are ridiculously good. Maxwell stock over here though atm is a little short lol

[@Serbuprofen]

@@mattp1680 which headphones you kept after all?

[@danielsouthwell7972]

Whitch is better for bass as i feel like the highs are taking over on gaming headsets and I prefer immersion and bass

[@tbrrrn]

For someone who primarily plays fps shooters and footsteps are actually very important to me which woods you recommend. Which are best directionally and most accurate.

[@Serbuprofen]

you were able to decide which headphones are best for you

[@tbrrrn]

@@Serbuprofen no not really

[@thelastnatty8537]

What brand of headset is coming out that you blacked out?

[@abelke]

Here it is!!! And preach about bringing back some good experience in gaming

[@TheTechne]

right, what ever hap[pend to have fun gaming, all this dang completive talk, Shesh

[@birdsoup777]

I own the Audeze Penrose and Maxwell. I tried every head set prior to getting the penrose, than maxwell when it released. None compared in sound quality and build quality. AMAZON and bestbuy black listed me because i was returning headsets so much. Audeze does have comfort and irritating, minor connection issues but sound is awesome.

[@anthe6732]

Hellow . I want to change m'y headset but : i have audeze penrose . For you what IS best headset for ps5 ? Steelseries ? Audeze maxwell? Or turtlebeach ? Sea thx for Reading me

[@peopleskillz]

Hello, Techne, just came across your Channel and I watched 2 of your videos... 1 being the top 10 gaming headsets and 2 being the top 10 (9) gaming headsets under $50. I noticed that you didn't mention the ASTRO Brand at all. I purchased the A10 Model some years back which were very good for a "budget" headset. I was wondering... did the Astro Brand fall off THAT much to where they're not even mentioned in a GAMING Headset list anymore? Just curious. All the best.

[@crazyfarmlife2706]

From what I've read up on the last few months unless you're buying the A 50's then you're wasting $$ I had went through 2 turtle beach 600's a cheap $100 headset and both were such a disappointment for sound I got the stealth pros a week ago and have fallen asleep with them on my head for 3 days straight without ever taking them off throughout the day. They are super comfortable and don't get hot. But I do wish they were louder because I expect anything that I have at full volume should be unbearable! But they sound great.

[@refragged]

Do these wireless headsets have the “hiss” that I often hear in Logitech/steelseries wireless headsets? It’s almost like a low white noise. I’m very sensitive to that kind of stuff and it turned me off of using wireless.

[@joesipr]

after last update the stealth pro are now super quiet in xbox even in max volumen

[@pj4433]

Which is best for footsteps and pinpointing direction of those footsteps? My biggest issue is hearing something then turning the wrong way

[@kennist2046]

@@pj4433 Audeze without any doubt. I have both

[@Jordan.G.23]

How do these Turtle beaches stack up against Hyper X Alpha S? Worth the up grade?

[@leandrocorreia8736]

Can you use the button to mute the detachebel mic like normal headset besides but the mic up on turtle beach?

[@kenmoffatt924]

Maxwells all the way. Best in class speakers for gaming AND music/movies. Mic can completely hide the sound of a CHAINSAW. 80+ HOUR BATTERY LIFE. No other headset at this price point can do any of these things.

[@unguided4m]

Well it's a fortnight for me as Maxwell's owner. The only compare I can make is to sort this with Penrose by Audeze also. And that is a huge level up starting with their design and finding out that they can play (amazingly) for 3 days long whithout thinking of charging. The mic is cool and clear. The connection is stable for like 3 concrete walls through, so you can easely grab some beer from a fridge whithout putting them off and sill listen to what you were for. The soft is some kind of not good and it does not provide you the EQ settings (should be later?), but now it doesn't want your set to be connected via usb (PC) the connection status can be seen with that dongle they provide. Thou lol the power level is always not correct. Don't forget, that planar stuff is VERY FRAGILE, be carefull and don't admit stress to them. Let's see how they perfom on a long road. Now Maxwell's are the best

[@BladesofSteel97]

If your planning on buying the Maxwells for the PS5, a quick update…Just read today that the new PS5 beta firmware update will include support for Dolby Atmos! So you may wanna spend the extra $50 bucks for the XBox version? A little buyer beware😀

[@chasen432]

How have they been for you? I've read numerous reddit pages and ig comment sections of the drivers having issues. Either going dead or a crinkle sound or the diaphragm rupturing. Trying to decide on a one of these two or wait for the Sony Pulse Elite with Planar Drivers in them.

[@BladesofSteel97]

@@chasen432 Best headset I have ever owned! Have waned high end Steel Series, Turtle Beach, and Corsair…They blow them out of the water

[@jutlee3281]

Wanting to get them for ps5 plz give me the details!!!

[@matthewharrison7153]

For anyone worried or on the fence about the maxwell and it’s size. I have a fairly tall and big head, 7 3/4 hat. They fit me perfect on the middle setting of the strap. I was worried it might be to heavy, I don’t find it any heavier than any other high quality headset. I use WC freeze pads and the headset is insanely comfortable. It doesn’t feel heavy at all when holding it, just well built. I do have a pretty strong linebacker type neck but I can’t imagine it being too much for someone smaller. It honestly doesn’t feel “heavy” to me at all. Remember these weights are in grams so even a bigger number still isn’t heavy. It will feel heavier if you’re used to all plastic headsets but to me it just feels solid and well built. Should fit any head very comfortably and I played for 7 hours straight with no weight or neck issues. Hope this helps

[@evolve777]

Yeah, I wear mine all day and they do NOT bother me at all.

[@Dopamine666]

I just got Maxwell's as well and laughed when playing for hours with zero issue on weight. Reviewers make it sound like they are a ton, but in reality the weight is nothing. People complaining about the weight are just wusses.

[@cruzinthruspace]

No simultaneous audio for a 300$+ headset is a no go. Turtles all the way.

[@Gameplayy_Stream]

what is the difference betwen headphones turtle beach stealth 700 gen 2 vs turtle beach stealth Pro for Games?

[@meat_loves_wasabi]

Can’t beat planar magnetic drivers … it’s just more natural

[@DarkwingShadow]

It’s all subjective though

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

@@DarkwingShadow LOOOOOL. Sound is subjective but Planar magnetic drivers are proven to be better and hold better reviews as a standard.

[@DarkwingShadow]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 well no shit, Sherlock. I clearly didn’t know that 👏🏾😅

[@jasonbainbridge6196]

@@DarkwingShadow But you said it's subjective genius

[@DarkwingShadow]

@@jasonbainbridge6196 yeah, meaning that just because it’s proven to be better may not be the same to every single person out there. I’ve tried them, they’re great and I’ve seen where other consumers didn’t like them so much

[@MrChadLedford]

I have Maxwells and stealth pros right now. The Maxwell may sound just a bit better, but the stealth pros really hit all the boxes. Great sound, great app, great features, etc. And I've always thought turtle beach sucked.

[@jasminahmetovic140]

so which one would u chose for one headset because i will buy next week audeze or stealth pro?

[@BLACK_JO]

Which did you buy?

[@jasminahmetovic140]

@@BLACK_JO i havent bought yet but ive seen a lot of problems iwth audeze so im worried to buy them so i dont know which one i buy yet

[@SimplementeSoyVolo]

I have both and Maxwell its better in all: Better Sound, More confortable (Even If Maxwell Height is more) Much more Batery...

[@kenv2667]

if I'm looking for a headset I can use in gaming and listening music, Maxwell it is, is that right?

[@Dopamine666]

I just bought the Maxwell's and they are far better than every gaming headset I've tried. As for footsteps in FPS games, I play a ton of warzone and the Maxwell's in competition mode are great. You can EQ them to bring out footsteps even better. Turtle beaches tend to be cheaply made, although I have not tried this model. I think the footsteps may stand out but it is at the cost of a good sounding mix. I had Steelseries and Astro a 50's and although the steelseries had better footstep imaging, they sounded too bright and gave me a headache. The Maxwell's are just better tuned headset and to me that is way better value than just footsteps...

[@eviarada]

Did you get to try the Stealth pro? I'm torn between Maxell and Stealth Pro. I mainly play multiplayer FPS games but also some single player games. Music and BlueTooth Phone calls are not important for me. Any Help would be greatly appreciated my friend. I would tell you this, I bought Turtle beach 700 gen2 max and i was so disappointed, Comfort/Sound quality/Footsteps were very bad compared to my old 2011 Astro a40's. So that makes me worry about buying another Turtle beach headset. My main concern With the Maxwell's are 2 things: First is Comfort because it's a 510+ grams headset. Second is imaging and footsteps sound.

[@Dopamine666]

@eviarada the maxwell is far better sounding headset. I don't find the weight an issue at all and I got the wicked cushions and they are comfortable. As for footsteps I don't have any problem hearing footsteps and am using the footstep preset which seems tuned for cod. The turtle beaches might be 10% better for imaging but again it is at the cost of sound quality. The planar magnetic drivers in the maxwell puts it in a different league for sound quality imo. Maxwell also legit have 80 hour battery life which is nuts. I charge headset like once a month.

[@eviarada]

Thank you for your help. Buying wicked cushions is a must for Maxwells? I'm afraid the leather pads gonna generate a lot of hear and sweat. @@Dopamine666

[@oscarcortez6558]

Love Your Videos, Picking these Up Today. Went thru a few headsets for the PS5. Looking for one with Good Mic. Hopefully these wont let me down

[@hp1799]

If you can make a video about using the app, and what’s the best since settings for the apps

[@pr11mus19]

Ac fan to another that type openworld game witch one would win?

[@LOVESlCK]

Any recommendations for any good cheap mice?