Apple AirPods Max 2

Introducing Apple AirPods Max 2, the next generation of Apple’s flagship over-ear wireless headphones. Powered by dual Apple H2 headphone chips, AirPods Max 2 introduce revolutionary Adaptive Audio, enhanced Pro-level Active Noise Cancellation, Conversation Awareness, and Bluetooth® 5.3 for an unrivaled acoustic experience. Featuring custom 40mm dynamic drivers with high dynamic range amplifiers, Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, a universal USB-C charging port supporting 24-bit/48 kHz Lossless Audio playback, and up to 20 hours of battery life, AirPods Max 2 combine premium craftsmanship with cutting-edge audio intelligence.

Next-Gen Apple H2 Chip & Computational Audio

With an advanced Apple H2 chip in each ear cup, AirPods Max 2 process computational audio at unprecedented speeds. The H2 chip works alongside custom drivers and high dynamic range amplifiers to eliminate distortion, deliver deeper bass, and tune sound in real time based on ear cushion seal.

Adaptive Audio, Enhanced ANC & Conversation Awareness

AirPods Max 2 deliver up to 1.5x to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation. Adaptive Audio dynamically blends Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode to seamlessly adjust noise reduction as your environment changes. When you start speaking, Conversation Awareness automatically lowers media volume and enhances voices in front of you.

Personalized Spatial Audio & Bluetooth® 5.3

Enjoy a three-dimensional soundstage with Personalized Spatial Audio. Dynamic head tracking places sound precisely in space relative to your screen for movies, gaming, and Dolby Atmos audio tracks. Built-in Bluetooth® 5.3 ensures lower latency, greater range, and instant device pairing.

USB-C Lossless Audio & 20-Hour Battery Life

The universal USB-C port provides fast charging and enables 24-bit/48 kHz Lossless Audio playback via a wired connection. Enjoy up to 20 hours of listening time with ANC or Adaptive Audio enabled. A quick 5-minute charge delivers 1.5 hours of listening time, while the included Smart Case puts the headphones into an ultra-low-power state to preserve battery power.

Technical Specifications

Audio Technology & Processing
Audio Processing Chip	Apple H2 Headphone Chip (in each ear cup)
Audio Driver	Apple-designed 40 mm Dynamic Driver with High Dynamic Range Amplifier
Noise Control Modes	Adaptive Audio, Pro-level Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) & Transparency Mode
Intelligent Features	Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, Personalized Volume, Loud Sound Reduction
Spatial Audio	Personalized Spatial Audio with Dynamic Head Tracking
Lossless Audio Support	24-bit / 48 kHz Lossless Audio Support via Wired USB-C Connection
Microphones & Sensors
Total Microphones	9 Microphones Total (8 for ANC & Adaptive Audio, 3 for Voice Pickup)
Built-in Sensors	Optical Sensor, Position Sensor, Case-detect Sensor, Accelerometer (each cup), Gyroscope (left cup)
Controls & Connectivity
Digital Crown Controls	Turn for volume; press for play/pause/answer; double press to skip forward; triple press to skip back; press & hold for Siri
Noise Control Button	Press to toggle between Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, and Transparency Mode
Bluetooth Version	Bluetooth® 5.3 Wireless Technology
Charging & Audio Port	USB-C Port
Battery & Power
Listening Time	Up to 20 hours on a single charge with ANC or Adaptive Audio enabled
Movie Playback & Talk Time	Up to 20 hours movie playback with Spatial Audio / Up to 20 hours talk time
Fast Charge	5 minutes charge = approximately 1.5 hours listening time
Power Management	Smart Case ultra-low-power state preserves battery charge
Design, Materials & Weight
Headband & Frame	Breathable knit mesh canopy with stainless steel frame wrapped in soft-touch material
Ear Cups & Cushions	Anodized aluminum ear cups with acoustically engineered memory foam ear cushions
Headphone Weight	386.2 g (13.6 oz)
Smart Case Weight	134.5 g (4.74 oz)
Dimensions	168.6 mm x 83.4 mm x 187.3 mm (6.64 in x 3.28 in x 7.37 in)
In the Box	AirPods Max 2, Smart Case, USB-C Charge Cable (1m), Documentation