The momentum behind Maxwell 2 is officially global. At CES 2026, Audeze’s latest wireless gaming headset secured three major industry awards, reinforcing its position as a category leader and a powerful retail opportunity for distributors and dealers in 2026.
🏆 Award Wins at CES 2026
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Tom’s Hardware – Best in Show CES 2026
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GamesRadar+ – Best of CES 2026
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SoundGuys – Best of CES 2026
This achievement builds on the gold-standard reputation established by the original Maxwell and reinforces Audeze’s leadership in planar magnetic gaming audio.
What the Press Are Saying
Early coverage has focused on meaningful upgrades that directly address customer feedback — particularly comfort and microphone performance.
GamesRadar+
“If the Audeze Maxwell 2 lives up to the precedent set by the original, while making good on its enhanced comfort promises and boosted microphone, we could be looking at the new gold standard for wireless gaming headsets.”
Tom’s Hardware
“Audeze has updated one of the best gaming headsets we've tested — the Audeze Maxwell 2 sounds better for both gaming and music, and has better noise-canceling tech in its mic.”
Across the board, reviewers are highlighting:
- Enhanced long-session comfort
- Improved AI-powered noise-cancelling microphone
- Deeper, more controlled bass
- Stronger spatial immersion
- Performance that rivals dedicated hi-fi headphones
Why Maxwell 2 Matters for UK Retailers
Premium Gaming Continues to Grow.
The original Maxwell built a strong following in the UK and the Maxwell 2 improves on it where it counts, giving UK consumers even more reason to "trade upward".
Cross-Category Appeal
The Maxwell 2 isn’t limited to gamers. It appeals to:
- Console and PC players
- Music listeners who value high-fidelity sound
- Streamers and content creators
- Professionals working from home
For gaming specialists/ consumer electronic retailers, it’s a flagship headset with award-winning credibility. For hi-fi and AV retailers, it’s a planar magnetic wireless model that competes on sound quality, not just its huge list of features giving it a clear differentiation on the shop floor.
