As had been rumored, Apple has launched new headphones with the same name as its well-known AirPods but, along with the Max surname. Hearing aids that have caught the attention of many both for the better and for the opposite. The latter is due to its price, which reaches 629 euros . Is it worth paying that money for these headphones? What do other hearing aids in this price range offer? All of this is what we talk about in this article.
Everything the AirPods Max has to offer
The AirPods Max are a new design of headphones in Apple production, which evolve from the True Wireless type to the circumaural headband headphones . In other words, a model that completely covers the ear and will therefore improve in terms of noise cancellation and listening experience.
Aesthetically they stand out for the usual minimalism in the brand’s products, being able to acquire them in 5 different colors. Made of apparently high-quality materials, the ear pads have a mesh fabric that covers the memory foam that, according to Apple, will make them fit perfectly and are comfortable to wear for long periods. Regarding the weight, these reach 385 grams .
But, if something has caught the attention of its design, it has been the digital crown of its Apple Watch . With this we can modify the volume, activate Siri or switch to the song.
The best features, as you can imagine, are not just the external ones. These headphones incorporate an H1 chip in each earmuff , that is, the same chip that was already incorporated in the Airpods Pro and the sound processing managers that they transmit. This translates into better cancellation of ambient noise and enhanced sound modulation adapted to the environment around us.
This section is supported by 9 microphones in total, intended for different purposes such as active noise cancellation, or the capture of our own voice to improve our experience in calls.
Of course, Apple ensures that its AirPods Max offer spectacular sound quality, minimizing distortion, enhancing the recordings of the songs. In addition, thanks to the spatial sound inherited from the Airpods Pro, an immersive experience when using them.
Are the AirPods Max worth it?
AirPods Max can be purchased right now through Apple’s website for a price of 629 euros . This high price has caused, as often happens in many brand launches, the alarms of many users go off.
Is it worth paying more than 600 euros for these headphones? Well, without having tried them, it is very difficult to judge merely by looking at the specifications . When these pass through our hands, we can say if the sound quality and the user experience will make it worth paying each of those euros for them.
Until then, we have wanted to list several interesting headphone models, which are around the price of AirPods Max , that you should know and take a look at their characteristics.
Shure SRH1840
These Shure SRH1840 are the flagship model of this brand, known for the good quality of its sound products. It is a circumaural model, with 40 mm neodymium heads to obtain the best acoustic performance, reproducing a natural sound.
A pair of headphones used by professionals, to work with a sensitivity of 96 dB, an impedance of 65 ohms and a frequency range of 10 Hz – 30 kHz. Of course, as usually happens with this type of professional headphones, they are completely wired. Its usual price is around 500 euros .
Beyerdynamic Amiron wireless
However, if what you were looking for is a model with Bluetooth connectivity, you can take a look at these Beyerdynamic Amiron wireless , which you can buy for 579 euros . It is a high definition headset, equipped with Qualcomm aptX HD and Apple AAC plus aptX audio codecs.
Over-ear headphones, which have an impedance of 32 ohms and are capable of reproducing frequencies up to 40,000 Hz. Of course, they can also be used wired.
MONTBLANC 127665
Another interesting wireless model for those who enjoy the highest quality in both design and sound are these MONTBLANC 127665 . The well-known jewelry and watch brand also has this model of circumaural headphones, with active noise cancellation and the striking and careful design that this company usually offers in its products.
On the other hand, in terms of its technical specifications, it has a sensitivity of 90-100 dBm, an impedance of less than 32 ohms and is capable of reproducing frequencies between 10 Hz and 20,000 kHz. Its price is 590 euros .
Denon AH-D7200
These Denon AH-D7200 bet it all, as you can see by looking at the image, by its design. Its structure is made of aluminum, the headband is finished in leather and its ear flaps are encompassed by natural walnut wood. This, obviously, is reflected in a cost of 629 euros .
In the technical section, they have a sensitivity of 105 dB and an impedance of 25 ohms. Details with which we can work and enjoy all sound that we reproduce with them wired or wirelessly through its Bluetooth connectivity.
Audio-Technica ATH-A2000Z
Finally, with a price of 644 euros , we find these ATH-A2000Z from the Audio-Technica company , another well-known in the professional audio sector. Completely wired circumaural headphones that, despite not offering the best design, bet everything on sound quality.
They have a sensitivity of 101 dB, an impedance of 44 ohms and are capable of reproducing frequencies in the range of 5-45,000 Hz.
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