Because the Maxwell has so many connection options, it’s unlikely you’ll be able to find a console or computer that it isn’t compatible with — but if you get a Playstation version, don’t expect all of the features to work on Xbox, and vice-versa.

The new dual chamber earcup design takes up some of the space by having two physical earcups, one internal and one external - this helps with noise isolation and acoustics. These headphones come with a 1/8" TRS cable, a USB-C to USB-C audio/charging cable, and a USB-A to USB-C adapter, also for audio and charging.While both headphones are well-built, the Audeze have a significantly longer continuous battery life, and support Bluetooth. Connect to all your devices with the latest Bluetooth technologies including Multipoint and LE Audio, with LDAC for lossless-quality sound.

With the ability to save up to 4 user-defined EQ profiles, you can try out community-sourced settings, or craft your own in the Audeze HQ gaming app. The manufacturer states in their FAQ section that Xbox variant isn't officially supported on this console, which can result in 'some limitations in volume control and other possible loss of functionality'. Not that the wireless Razer cans are bad—they honestly sound as good, if not better, than the HyperX Cloud Alpha, which is high praise from me—but they just don't come close to the warmth or tonal clarity of a good set of planar magnetic headphones, of which the LCD-1s are, well, one. Several EQ presets are available to you through the Audeze HQ app, which are less extreme than those offered by other models on the market.

That said, they can reduce some ambient chatter and do a significantly better job of cutting down the high-pitch whirl of computer fans.