Airpods Max Review
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Many Apple fans expressed surprise at the high price tag of AirPods Max at $549, though initial reviews may help justify its price.

Apple released the long-speculated AirPods Max over-ear headphones recently and several reviews of the product came out later, providing everyone with a close look at the first Apple-branded premium over-ear headphones. Many, however, were crestfallen upon learning of its steep price tag of $549, though initial reviews that followed the release may help explain and justify its price.

One review described the solid sound quality of AirPods Max over-ear headphones, as well as its sturdy build quality and the comfort it offers to users who wear them. Its Digital Crown offer users a physical control experience that they have always been used to. These qualities alone are enough to justify the price of $549 for the AirPods Max over-ear headphones. Many of the reviews are all praises for the new headphones. However, there are a couple of concerns and questions over issues like the unique case that the Cupertino-based tech giant included with the headphones.

Other issues raised in the review of AirPods Max over-ear headphones aside from its price of $549 are its weight and lack of accessories. Some also wonder how the innovative headphones fare against its present competition, many of which are available at a much lower price.

In one of the reviews, the user revealed how he enjoyed listening to music using the AirPods Max for a couple of hours. He explained that the music he heard through the over-ear headphones is crisp and bright, accompanied by a wider soundstage compared to his Sony headphones. He also noted that the AirPods Max did not generate any distortion even with the volume turned up to maximum. The reviewer said that based on these qualities, he does not mind the price of $549 for the AirPods Max over-ear headphones. The reviewer also revealed they are going to perform spatial audio tests, as well as Apple's claim about Atmos surround sound support.

For the part of CNBC, their reviewers underscored the comfort provided by Apple's AirPods Max over-ear headphones. They also highlighted the high-end finishes on the innovative headphone and fully appreciated the inclusion of Digital Crown physical control. According to one reviewer, he wore the AirPods Max for many hours Wednesday, and in all those times, he did not feel any discomfort wearing them. He noted that the breathable mesh band on the top felt light on his head and did not cause the generation of perspiration. He also appreciated the design of the ear cups, which for him is spacious enough to fully envelop his ears rather than sitting on the edges of his ears. With these qualities, the reviewer said that the AirPods Max over-ear headphones are worth every penny from its price of $549.