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The Audeze Maxwell 2 came and went, but now the headset is back again with ANC and a more premium price
Audeze's Maxwell 2 gaming headset has returned to the market after briefly being pulled from sale, this time with active noise cancellation (ANC) added and a higher price tag than before. The relaunch reflects the volatile path the headset has had since its original release, with Audeze apparently revising the product before bringing it back to store shelves.
The updated version's key change is the addition of ANC, a feature not present in the earlier release, which has contributed to the increased cost. Beyond confirming the headset's return and its new premium pricing, the available article content does not provide further specific details such as exact pricing, release date or full specifications.
In short
- Audeze Maxwell 2 headset returns after being pulled from sale
- New version adds active noise cancellation (ANC)
- Relaunch comes with a higher, more premium price
Explained simply
Audeze is an audio company that makes headphones and gaming headsets. Its Maxwell line is designed for playing games, where a headset lets players hear sound and talk to others without using separate speakers and a microphone.
Active noise cancellation, or ANC, uses microphones and sound processing to reduce some outside noise reaching the listener. Adding it can make a headset more useful in noisy surroundings, while also raising its price. The return of this model follows a brief period when it was unavailable for sale.