Apple AirPods Max 2 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones – Midnight
About this product
About this item ULTIMATE OVER-EAR LISTENING EXPERIENCE—Powered by the H2 chip, AirPods Max 2 delivers improved high-fidelity audio with deep bass, expansive mids, and crisp highs for an unparalleled listening experience.
TUNE OUT THE NOISE—Up to 1.5x more Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation, fully immersing you in every sound.*
HEAR THE WORLD AROUND YOU—Adaptive Audio automatically adjusts noise cancellation levels to suit your environment. Conversation Awareness lowers the volume of what’s playing to make it easy to talk to those around you.* And Transparency lets outside sounds in so you can interact with your surroundings.
PERSONALIZED SPATIAL AUDIO—With sound tuned to your unique ear shape and dynamic head tracking, AirPods Max 2 delivers an immersive listening experience that surrounds you with theater-like sound.
COMMUNICATE ACROSS LANGUAGES—Simply press and hold the listening mode button to activate Live Translation powered by Apple Intelligence,* which automatically translates the language someone is speaking into your preferred language.
ACOUSTIC-FIRST DESIGN—Designed with a breathable knit-mesh canopy, memory foam and custom textile ear cushions, and telescoping arms for an exceptional over-ear fit. Available in five vibrant colors.
LOSSLESS AUDIO WITH USB-C—Experience every detail of the original recording when connecting AirPods Max 2 to your device via USB-C.* And you can charge your AirPods Max 2 with the same cable you use to charge your other Apple devices.
ALL-DAY BATTERY LIFE—Up to 20 hours of listening or movie watching on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation and Spatial Audio enabled.*
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS - Up to 1.5x more Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation when tested in accordance with IEC 60268-24. Live Translation with AirPods works on AirPods Max 2 with the latest firmware when paired with an Apple Intelligence–enabled iPhone running iOS 26.4 and later. Available in beta. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages; for more information, see apple.com/ios/feature-availability. Available on AirPods Max 2 with the latest firmware when paired with compatible devices running iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, or macOS 26.4 and later.
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS - Live Translation with AirPods works on AirPods Max 2 with the latest firmware when paired with an Apple Intelligence–enabled iPhone running iOS 26.4 and later. Available in beta. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages; for more information, see apple.com/ios/feature-availability. Available on AirPods Max 2 with the latest firmware when paired with compatible devices running iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, or macOS 26.4 and later. Spatial Audio works with compatible content in supported apps. iPhone with TrueDepth camera required to create personalized profile.
Editor's Take
Amazon-style customer feedback on the AirPods Max 2 skews positive overall, with reviewers praising the sound quality, comfort, strong noise cancellation, transparent mode, and seamless Apple ecosystem integration. Best Buy reviewers say the headphones earn high marks for sound and comfort, while also noting that the weight can be noticeable and the fit may slip for some users.
Professional reviews generally echo those themes: SoundGuys, RTINGS, What Hi-Fi?, TechGearLab, CNET, Engadget, Forbes, PCMag, CNN Underscored, and Expert Reviews all point to excellent audio, very strong ANC, and premium build quality, but also mention drawbacks like the heavy design, high price, and only modest battery life. Some reviewers feel the upgrade over the prior generation is incremental rather than transformative, especially if the earlier model already met the buyer's needs.
Reddit-style discussion surfaced in aggregated review summaries suggests the same pattern: the product is widely seen as a top choice for Apple users who value effortless pairing, spatial audio, and noise cancellation, but less compelling for shoppers who prioritize lightweight comfort or price-to-performance value.
For the Midnight color specifically, the available feedback does not indicate a color-specific performance difference; sentiment appears driven by the same strengths and tradeoffs as the line overall.
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Specifications
| Product Dimensions | 9.59 x 9.44 x 3.19 inches |
| Item Weight | 13.6 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Apple |
| ASIN | B0GSS4SGZR |
| Item model number | MHWK4AM/A |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Date First Available | March 25, 2026 |
| Units | 1 Count |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
