Apple AirPods Max 2

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A3454
US$549 launch price
Over-ear headphones
Active Noise Cancellation
H2 chip
USB-C charging and audio
Bluetooth 5.3 wireless technology
Up to 20 hrs listening time
Nine microphones total
13.6 oz / 386.2 g

Audio Design

Over-ear headphones with a custom-built dynamic driver and a new high dynamic range amplifier.

Adaptive EQ, Transparency mode, and Personalised Spatial Audio are listed.

Processing Platform

Apple H2 headphone chip is listed for each ear cup.

Source materials also mention gyroscopes and accelerometers for head tracking features.

Noise and Voice

Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, and Loud Sound Reduction are listed.

Apple’s sources also mention nine microphones total for voice pickup and ANC functions.

Connectivity and Audio

Bluetooth 5.3 is listed, along with USB-C charging.

Lossless Audio and ultra-low-latency audio are listed when connected by USB-C.

Battery and Charging

Apple lists up to 20 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled.

Five minutes of charge is listed as providing around 1.5 hours of listening time.

Box Contents

The provided records list AirPods Max 2, Smart Case, USB-C Charge Cable, and documentation.

Apple also notes the Smart Case preserves battery charge in an ultra-low-power state.

  • Brand / Product: Apple AirPods Max 2
  • Model identifier: A3454
  • Year introduced: 2026
  • Release date listed in support materials: 31 March 2026
  • Launch price: US$549
  • Colours listed: Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, Orange

The provided sources describe AirPods Max 2 as over-ear headphones with Apple H2 headphone chips in each ear cup, a custom-built dynamic driver, and a new high dynamic range amplifier. Apple also lists personalised audio features, studio-quality audio recording, and live translation support.

  • Model: A3454.
  • Audio system: Apple-designed dynamic driver, high dynamic range amplifier, Adaptive EQ, and Personalised Spatial Audio.
  • Microphones: Nine microphones total, including eight for active noise cancellation and three for voice pickup.
  • Sensors: Optical sensor, position sensor, case-detect sensor, accelerometer, and gyroscope are listed.
  • Controls: Digital Crown and listening mode button are listed.

Bluetooth 5.3 wireless technology is listed for AirPods Max 2. The provided records also note USB-C connectivity for charging and for Lossless Audio and ultra-low-latency audio when connected by cable.

  • Wireless: Bluetooth 5.3.
  • Wired audio: USB-C connection for lossless and ultra-low-latency audio.
  • System requirements: Latest versions of iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, macOS, tvOS, or visionOS on compatible Apple devices are listed.
  • Live Translation note: Availability may vary by region and language.

The source bundle centres the product on noise control, spatial audio, and Apple Intelligence-linked features. Apple lists Active Noise Cancellation, Adaptive Audio, Transparency mode, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, Personalised Volume, and Loud Sound Reduction.

  • Active Noise Cancellation: Up to 1.5x more effective than the previous generation is listed.
  • Spatial audio: Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking is listed.
  • Voice features: Live Translation, Siri support, and Siri Interactions are listed.
  • Recording: Studio-quality audio recording is listed.
  • Awareness features: Conversation Awareness and head-gesture Siri interactions are listed.

Apple’s materials describe a stainless steel frame with telescoping arms, aluminium ear cups, a breathable knit mesh canopy, and memory foam cushions. The listed weight for AirPods Max 2, including cushions, is 13.6 ounces (386.2 grams).

  • Height: 7.37 in (187.3 mm).
  • Width: 6.64 in (168.6 mm).
  • Depth: 3.28 in (83.4 mm).
  • Weight: 13.6 oz (386.2 g).
  • Case: Smart Case is listed separately at 4.74 oz (134.5 g).
  • AirPods Max 2
  • Smart Case
  • USB-C Charge Cable
  • Documentation

Apple AirPods Max 2 is listed with model number A3454, a US$549 launch price, H2-based audio hardware, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB-C lossless audio support. The provided sources also list up to 20 hours of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled, a Smart Case, and a full set of audio and voice features including Personalised Spatial Audio, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, and Live Translation. Release timing is recorded as 31 March 2026 in support materials.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
US$549
— views Research contribution by specs.global