AirPods Max Level Up: Lossless Audio and Ultra-Low Latency for Professional Creators

Lossless Audio and Ultra-Low Latency Audio for AirPods Max

Introduction

Starting next month, a firmware update will introduce lossless audio and ultra-low latency to the AirPods Max, enhancing both listening experiences and professional music creation. This update is available for free with the release of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4.

Key Features

Highest-Quality Audio

• 24-bit, 48 kHz Lossless Audio: AirPods Max will support lossless audio, preserving the original quality of recordings. Apple Music subscribers can access over 100 million songs in this format.

Elevated Music Production

• Professional Workflow Support: With a USB-C cable, music creators can use AirPods Max for songwriting, beat making, production, and mixing in apps like Logic Pro.
• Personalized Spatial Audio with Head Tracking: The update will make AirPods Max the only headphones to support both creation and mixing in Personalized Spatial Audio.

Immersive Gameplay and Livestreaming

• Ultra-Low Latency: Gamers and livestreamers benefit from reduced lag, comparable to built-in speakers on Mac, iPad, and iPhone. This ensures smooth and immersive experiences.

Availability and Pricing

• Firmware Update: Available in April for free with iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4.
• AirPods Max Price: $549 (U.S.) available in five colors: midnight, starlight, blue, purple, and orange.
• USB-C to 3.5 mm Cable: Priced at $39 (U.S.), this cable allows users to connect AirPods Max to 3.5 mm audio sources like airplane audio-out ports or car stereos.

Additional Information

• Personal Profile for Spatial Audio: Requires an iPhone with a TrueDepth camera to create and sync across devices running the latest operating system software.