AirPods Max 2 Already on Sale at $40 Off
▼ Summary
– The original AirPods Max remained expensive for years, making them hard to recommend over competitors like Bose QC Ultra or Sony XM series.
– The AirPods Max 2 have received a $40 discount at Amazon and Best Buy, bringing the price to $509 across all five colors.
– The Max 2 feature the same 40mm drivers as the original but add a new high dynamic range amplifier for better bass and sound, plus lossless audio via USB-C.
– The H2 chip in the AirPods Max 2 adds features like adaptive audio, conversation awareness, personalized volume, voice isolation, and improved active noise cancellation.
– The headphones maintain a premium build with aluminum, stainless steel, and knit mesh, though they remain heavy at 385 grams.
The original AirPods Max held their premium price tag for years, making them a tough sell against competitors like the Bose QC Ultra or Sony’s XM series unless you were already deep in the Apple ecosystem. But the story is different for the AirPods Max 2, which launched just over a month ago and is already seeing a $40 discount at both Amazon and Best Buy. That brings the price down to $509 across all five color options.
Unlike the 2024 refresh that felt more like a minor update, the Max 2 is a genuine sequel. Apple kept the same 40-millimeter drivers from the original, but paired them with a new high dynamic range amplifier. The result is noticeably better bass response and superb overall sound quality. They now support lossless audio at 24-bit / 48kHz via USB-C, and the build remains a mix of aluminum, stainless steel, and knit mesh fabric. At 385 grams, they’re still on the heavy side, but the premium feel justifies the weight, something that isn’t always guaranteed even in the high-end headphone market.
The real leap forward, however, comes from the H2 chip. It first appeared in the second-gen AirPods Pro back in 2022, but its inclusion here unlocks a host of features the original Max lacked. You get adaptive audio, conversation awareness, personalized volume, voice isolation, and live translation. Add to that automatic device switching, spatial audio, and all the seamless ecosystem tricks Apple users expect. The active noise cancellation is also a clear step up from the previous model, making it easier than ever to block out distractions and get lost in your music.
More notable deals and discounts are available for those looking to save on top-tier tech.
(Source: The Verge)
