Audeze Maxwell
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Bass is usually praised as punchy, detailed, and controlled, though a few reviewers note it is not a boomy basshead tuning without EQ.
Pros: Instrument separation, Maximum volume clarity
Cons: Hinge durability, Carry case quality
Bass is generally described as impactful, punchy, full, and controlled rather than merely loud or muddy.
Pros: Charging, Spatial audio
Cons: Hinge durability, Smudge resistance
Bass is generally praised for precision, texture, and depth, though a few reviewers note the stock tuning can be bass-heavy or excessive in some contexts.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Multipoint connectivity reliability
Cons: Portability/foldability, USB-C
Bass is generally described as strong, textured, and controlled, though one reviewer found it cleaner than it was impactful.
Pros: Positional audio accuracy, Soundstage width
Cons: Active noise cancellation, Hinge durability
Bass was generally praised as impactful and clean rather than bloated, with EQ able to add more low-end when desired.
Pros: Spatial audio, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Sidetone adjustment quality
Bass was generally praised as punchy, controlled, and stronger than expected for open-back headphones, though a few reviewers wanted more sub-bass rumble.
Pros: Weight comfort, Battery
Cons: Noise isolation (passive), Sound leakage
Bass was generally viewed as controlled and satisfying: reviewers heard thump, rumble, and deeper bass without major muddiness, though it was not always described as huge or boomy.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Battery
Cons: Bluetooth, Active noise cancellation
Bass was widely described as powerful and immersive, but a few reviewers found it overemphasized or thick without EQ.
Pros: Connectivity versatility, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: Transparency mode quality, Active noise cancellation
Bass was generally strong and controlled, though one reviewer found the tuning warmer and another noted it is not a boomy headset by default.
Pros: Spatial audio, Positional audio accuracy
Cons: Carry case quality, Detachable microphone convenience
Bass is generally deep, punchy, and useful for gaming impact, but some reviewers note it can be boosted, imprecise, light on thump, or dominant in the low end.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Earpad replacement ease
Cons: Bluetooth, Xbox compatibility
Game effects such as distant chatter, explosions and bangs are described as clear, supporting strong bass-impact performance in gameplay.
Pros: Microphone noise reduction, Spatial audio
Cons: App, Equalizer customization
Bass was generally viewed as punchy and useful for games, though some reviewers said it was only above average, too boosted, or not a true bass-monster.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: Cable quality, Preset EQ profile quality
Bass was often described as punchy, boomy, or strong for explosions, though one review found the low end muddy.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Wireless latency
Cons: Midrange clarity, Ear cup swivel/rotation range
Bass was often described as punchy, warm, or strong, but several reviewers noted limits such as less sub-bass depth, less rumble, or occasional overemphasis.
Pros: Cable quality, Hinge durability
Cons: aptX, Active noise cancellation
Bass is the most split audio trait: some reviewers find it subdued without EQ, while others hear adequate, punchy, or even strong bass.
Pros: Battery, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Volume output
Bass feedback was mixed: wireless reviews often praised boom and thump, while several wired or measurement-focused reviews noted restrained sub-bass, boxiness, or less low-end impact.
Pros: Charging, Weight comfort
Cons: Sound leakage, Cable quality
Bass evidence was split: some reviewers praised deep impact and oomph, while others found the low end lacking, flat, or not satisfying for music.
Pros: Hinge durability, Wireless latency
Cons: Preset EQ profile quality, Xbox compatibility
Bass impressions were mixed: some reviewers found it tight or easy to leave alone, while others said it lacked punch or leaned bass-heavy.
Pros: Volume output, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Equalizer customization
Bass is controlled, textured, and sometimes impactful, but several reviewers say it is restrained compared with closed-back or bass-heavy gaming headsets.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Connectivity versatility
Cons: Carry case quality, Xbox compatibility
Bass drew mixed reactions: some reviewers liked the punch and impact, while others found it lacking, coarse, boosted, or less controlled depending on model and tuning.
Pros: Multi-platform compatibility, Dongle
Cons: Replaceable earpads, Preset EQ profile quality
Bass impressions are mixed: some reviewers found punch and clean low end, but many said open-back tuning limits rumble, impact, and bass-heavy excitement.
Pros: Weight comfort, Cable quality
Cons: Active noise cancellation, Noise isolation (passive)
Bass impressions are mixed: some reviewers praise controlled or punchy low end, while others call it weak, restrained, dull, bloated, or overpowering in competitive play.
Pros: Earpad replacement ease, Weight comfort
Cons: Sidetone adjustment quality, USB-C
Bass was context-dependent: explosions and weapon fire had punch, but some reviewers found default bass muddy, weak, or hard to tune without hurting clarity.
Pros: Weight comfort, Comfort during long use
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Smudge resistance
Bass was the most common audio weakness: reviewers heard usable bass, but several found it flat, not strong, or lacking in sub-bass impact.
Pros: Wireless latency, Weight comfort
Cons: Microphone noise reduction, Multipoint connectivity reliability