Audeze Maxwell: the magnetic audio that games deserve

Published on May 18, 2026 | Translated from Spanish

The Audeze Maxwell arrive to change the rules of the game in the world of gaming headsets. With 90mm planar magnetic transducers, these headphones offer audio fidelity that borders on audiophile quality. It's not just for feeling explosions; it's for hearing every detail of the sound design and detecting the faintest footstep in a competitive match. A serious bet for those who aren't satisfied with the basics.

Audeze Maxwell gaming headset with 90mm planar magnetic drivers exposed, cross-section view showing diaphragm vibrating during an intense gaming moment, soundwaves visualized as glowing ripples emanating from the earcups, competitive gamer in a dark room reacting to a faint enemy footstep, hand hovering over mechanical keyboard, mouse with RGB lighting, monitor displaying a tactical shooter scene, cinematic photorealistic technical illustration, dramatic blue and orange lighting, ultra-detailed driver assembly, motion blur on player action, glowing particle trails from audio transducers

Applied Science: How the 90mm Drivers Work 🎧

Unlike traditional dynamic drivers, planar magnetic transducers use an ultra-thin membrane suspended between magnets. This allows for fast transient response and low harmonic distortion, even at high volumes. The 90mm design in the Maxwells offers a wide and precise soundstage, ideal for locating enemies in games like Valorant or Apex Legends. The wireless connection doesn't sacrifice quality, thanks to lossless 24-bit transmission.

The Weight of Glory (and of the Headphones) 💪

That said, get ready for a neck workout. These headphones are heavy, like wearing a pair of bookshelf speakers on your head. But hey, if you survive the first gaming marathon, your skull will have become stronger. And when you hear those deep bass notes without distortion, you'll think: it's worth it, even if it feels like I'm wearing a medieval helmet.