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Apple AirPods Max Over-Ear Bluetooth Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones

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Crutchfield has Apple AirPods Max Over-Ear Bluetooth Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones (Green or Pink) on sale for $429 -> Now $449. Shipping is free.

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  • Pink (MGYM3AM/A) $429 -> Now $449
Thanks to Community Member SplendidMice291 for finding this deal.

About this product:
  • Closed-back, over-the-ear headphones with active noise cancellation
  • Built-in Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless music listening and phone calls
    • AAC decoding provides high-quality music streaming from compatible devices
  • Features two H1 chips for seamless, reliable wireless connection with iPhone and other Apple devices
  • Active noise cancellation adjusts to the level of external sound
    • Uses 8 built-in mics positioned in different positions to capture and analyze noise
  • Transparency mode lets in external sounds without removing headphones
Includes:
  • Over-ear wireless headphones
  • Smart Case
  • 41" Lightning to USB-C cable
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Safety and Handling
  • Regulatory Compliance Information
  • Warranty Summary
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Written by persian_mafia | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $120 lower (21.85% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $549.
  • Ratings & Reviews:
    • 4.5 out of 5 star rating based on 1,155 customer reviews on BestBuy.com
  • About this store:
    • Details of Crutchfield's return policy can be found here.
    • Crutchfield is an authorized reseller for Apple. ~ persian_mafia

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Written by SplendidMice291
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Crutchfield has Apple AirPods Max Over-Ear Bluetooth Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones (Green or Pink) on sale for $429 -> Now $449. Shipping is free.

Available Colors:
  • Pink (MGYM3AM/A) $429 -> Now $449
Thanks to Community Member SplendidMice291 for finding this deal.

About this product:
  • Closed-back, over-the-ear headphones with active noise cancellation
  • Built-in Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless music listening and phone calls
    • AAC decoding provides high-quality music streaming from compatible devices
  • Features two H1 chips for seamless, reliable wireless connection with iPhone and other Apple devices
  • Active noise cancellation adjusts to the level of external sound
    • Uses 8 built-in mics positioned in different positions to capture and analyze noise
  • Transparency mode lets in external sounds without removing headphones
Includes:
  • Over-ear wireless headphones
  • Smart Case
  • 41" Lightning to USB-C cable
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Safety and Handling
  • Regulatory Compliance Information
  • Warranty Summary
No Longer Available:

Editor's Notes

Written by persian_mafia | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $120 lower (21.85% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $549.
  • Ratings & Reviews:
    • 4.5 out of 5 star rating based on 1,155 customer reviews on BestBuy.com
  • About this store:
    • Details of Crutchfield's return policy can be found here.
    • Crutchfield is an authorized reseller for Apple. ~ persian_mafia

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Written by SplendidMice291

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jomeyq
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I think the issue is that the defense of these seems to be that it has its pros and cons compared to the XM4, but that ignores the fact that one costs double what the other does.

If the Airpods max were $300 MSRP they'd be an interesting competitive headphone option. But priced the way they are limits any interest in them to a very specific set of customers that enjoy the apple ecosystem for convenience or fashion reasons, and aren't concerned with price. It's a different market than someone looking for good value for quality headphones.

So this sale is a good price for Airpods max, but it's not a good price for a pair of headphones, if that makes sense.
briankeith
275 Posts
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I have both. I LOVE my XM4s but they are very different products.
The feature set on the Maxes on they own, sets them apart. The clarity in the mids, surround sound (spatial audio) are much better. The transparency mode… it's almost nonexistent in the XM4s vs the Maxes.
Every once and awhile I like to go on walks with headphones. I would prefer to wear the XM4s on walks, they are lighter. But I can not hear my surroundings.
plus1zero
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They absolutely 1000% do not, and I like JBL. They make budget-tier headphones that sound better than Beats, but that's about it.

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clinteastwood
Oct 21, 2021
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If you fly a lot and need the ANC I would just get xm4, maybe the refurbished ones
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Oct 21, 2021
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adam empire
Oct 21, 2021
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I can only assume someone will price these at 389 or so on some Black Friday deal. Obviously a guess, but I don't think these are selling great.
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Yoda82
Oct 21, 2021
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For anyone who dumps on these, have never used them obviously. These are top tier and absolutely worth every penny even at full price.
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SmartHaddock3847
Oct 21, 2021
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Quote from plus1zero :
XM4 or AirPods max over the 700, easily
Sennheiser HD-650 and call it a day.
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Oct 21, 2021
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audioClover
Oct 21, 2021
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The Apple haters sure do one out in full force in these posts lol
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[email protected]
Oct 21, 2021
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Quote from highonfire :
IMO, get the Sony XM4s, half the price and basically just as good.
You won't say that if you actually tried these out. Amazing!
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Cartman45
Oct 21, 2021
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I forget at times how expensive some of this stuff can be
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Oct 21, 2021
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[email protected]
Oct 21, 2021
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Quote from SorrowNightshade :
oh that is lousy accusation
Says the person (hater) that's never actually listen to the Apple Air Pod Max's.
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Oct 21, 2021
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Oct 21, 2021
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Quote from lelcomedygold :
JBL makes wireless bluetooth headphones that absolutely destroy these in sound quality and cost less than 50 bucks.
Says the person (hater) that's never actually listen to the Apple Air Pod Max's.
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Oct 21, 2021
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anonymous2929239
Oct 21, 2021
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Quote from [email protected] :
Says the person (hater) that's never actually listen to the Apple Air Pod Max's.
I own them. I also recommend buying a 3d printed dock with magnets in it, I bought mine off Etsy and I store it there when not being used, goes instantly into deep sleep mode.
I dont use the little bra case.

I dont care who you are, comparing 50 dollar jbl's to any 300+ dollar headphones is crazy and saying they are equal or better. got to be real with comparisons.
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firstdavis
Oct 21, 2021
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Quote from [email protected] :
You won't say that if you actually tried these out. Amazing!
Quote from Yoda82 :
For anyone who dumps on these, have never used them obviously. These are top tier and absolutely worth every penny even at full price.
I bought them, used them and gifted them away. Can't argue with additional features and benefits they have over other competition. I wouldn't even bother to argue about the price since expensive for one can be cheap and affordable for the other. Not even gonna bother comment on the most stupid and laughable case they come with. BUT, my issue with these were the discomfort that comes with using these. They are too heavy and my head and ears would hurt after even an hour of use. My QC 35 and XM4s are so comfortable and fun to use. Using these was like punishing myself.

But yes, the head size, weight tolerance and usage varies among individuals. So I don't go about dumping on these. But these sure are not for me and absolutely NOT worth my every penny even at half the price.
Last edited by firstdavis October 21, 2021 at 04:48 PM.
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drewjp
Oct 22, 2021
169 Posts
Man, I do love these. I snagged an open box for $320 and it was like new. Noise cancelling is top-notch and build quality is superb
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anonymous2929239
Oct 22, 2021
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Quote from drewjp :
Man, I do love these. I snagged an open box for $320 and it was like new. Noise cancelling is top-notch and build quality is superb
Same. My gf uses them daily, I use them weekly. We use them w phones, iMac, apple laptops, heck I've used them through my Apple TV one night to watch anime late but loudly.

They do get heavy, but nothing average person can't handle for few hours at a time. Imo

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KevinZ5339
Oct 22, 2021
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tried one of these out at an apple store. they sound pretty good, but don't sound 500 dollars good. the build quality is insane, but neither is it 500 dollars good.

Its better than the XM4, but not 500 dollars good either.

Honestly if these were 300-400 MSRP, I'd scoop these up pretty fast

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