Gaming is proving to be a major shot in the arm for high-end audio and we wonder how long it will take for other high-end audio manufacturers to figure that out. Gaming headsets represent 40% of Audeze’s sales in 2023 and that’s rather telling for a brand that built its audience selling $2,000 to $4,000 headphones.
The California-based manufacturer has announced a limited edition gaming headset developed in partnership with Microsoft for their “Designed for Xbox” summer product collection.
The Audeze Limited Edition Maxwell “Ultraviolet” gaming headset incorporates a new finish along with some Xbox-specific features.
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The Audeze/Microsoft Collaboration
This is the latest collaboration in the partnership between Audeze and Microsoft which began in 2021; Microsoft has already certified the Audeze Penrose gaming headset, followed by the Audeze Maxwell.
The partnership has benefitted both brands in a significant way; Microsoft has a superior pair of high-end gaming headsets to market to its global base of Xbox users and Audeze now has a new audience for its planar-magnetic headphones that extends well beyond the Head-Fi community.
Xbox
Microsoft released its first “Designed for Xbox” collection with a variety of gaming accessories in pastel tones in the Spring of 2022.
For 2023, the “Designed for Xbox” collection includes a headset for the first time with strong high-end roots.
To elevate the look of the Maxwell headset for inclusion in the “Designed for Xbox” collection, a color-shifting finish was applied to the ear cups and headband using an electroplating process. This results in a stunning one-of-a-kind look.
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Audeze Maxwell Ultraviolet Edition Features
On the Audeze side, the Maxwell Ultraviolet Edition has been given improved low latency and incorporates Bluetooth 5.3 with LE Audio, Dolby Atmos, and FILTER™ A.I. noise-reducing microphone technology. Here are some other highlights:
- 80 hr+ Battery Life with Fast Charge for All Day Play in 20 min.
- Audeze 90mm Planar Magnetic Drivers.
- 10Hz to 50kHz frequency response
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- Ultra-Low Latency Wireless with 3X Range of Traditional 2.4Ghz.
- Wireless connectivity via Bluetooth 5.3 with support for LE Audio, LC3plus, LDAC, AAC, SBC, and Multipoint Connectivity.
- Wired connectivity is also provided via USB-C and 3.5mm input.
- High-Resolution Audio up to 24-bit/96kHz.
- Detachable hypercardioid microphone
- New Reinforced Aluminum and Steel Chassis.
Availability and Pricing
The Audeze Maxwell Ultraviolet Edition Wireless Gaming Headset will officially launch on August 15, 2023, but is available for pre-order for $329 at Audeze.
Update: See our full in-depth review of Audeze Maxwell (December 2023)
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Nereus Hixon
July 16, 2023 at 2:34 pm
Even the normal Maxwell have these features. The only change is the color.