Marshall Monitor II ANC Headphones Review

These headphones are built for long-lasting use, with Bluetooth 5.0 and 80 hours of battery. These headphones also have dynamic drivers with custom-tuned drivers that deliver roaring basses and smooth mids for an incredible listening experience.

Marshall made control easy with a multidirectional button on the right earpad. This knob controls play/pause, track skips, and volume adjustments. Double pressing launches voice assistants that allow hands-free calls and audio sharing.

Comfort

Marshall is able to carry its rock and roll heritage into the realm of headphones with the release of wireless headphones that are sturdy and comfortable to wear for long periods of time. They're not the most ideal headphones for audiophiles but they do a solid job of delivering music across all genres, from punk to metal, and all the riff-heavy rock music in between.

These Bluetooth headphones are powered by a 40mm driver. They are housed in a sleek black-and-brown packaging with black accents that evoke Marshall's guitar amps. They fold flat and can be tucked neatly into a jacket pocket to make it easy to transport. A small multidirectional joystick on the right earpad handles the majority of the controls. One touch switches the headphones gaming (head to Telegra) on and off it, plays music or suspends it, and adjusts the volume. A vertical pushing of the controller will skip forwards or backwards a track. A horizontal push triggers the voice assistant on your phone.

The headphones work with Bluetooth devices of all kinds and can be charged wirelessly using QI wireless charger pads (sold separately). You can also listen to music in wired mode by using the 3.5 millimeter jack that works well enough.

The Marshall Major IV is a well-designed, user-friendly headphone that delivers a decent audio experience and a remarkably long battery life. The Marshall Major IV is pricier than other Bluetooth headphones but the nostalgia price is worth it for those who appreciate Marshall's retro look.

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Design

Marshall's headphones have a vintage style that appeals to a lot of people. They fold up easily and durable and durable, making them a great choice for travel. They come with a built-in mic to allow hands-free calls. They also feature active noise cancellation to block out noise from the surrounding environment and reduce the sound of conversations around you. The quality of the sound is superb, and they are well balanced across all frequencies. Marshall's application lets you alter the sound profile to suit your preferences and music genres.

Contrary to the majority of wireless headphones that are filled with buttons and features, these headphones are simple user interface. The right earcup features a single multifunction button. The multi-function button makes direction-specific pushes similar to the joystick on a game controller, and provides feedback on every press. It also plays pleasant guitar notes to confirm your commands. You can use them to pair with your Bluetooth headphones to control music and make and take phone calls, and power up the headphones.

The Marshall Major IV's multi-directional control knob is used to regulate volume and track control and is crafted from black, textured vinyl, adding to their iconic design. They are extremely comfortable and sit perfectly on your ears. They also come with a 3.5 millimeter jack and a removable coiled cable that allows you to use them with your mobile devices. They also offer 30 hours of battery life using the noise cancellation function.

These headphones aren't the most expensive available but they offer an impressive value for money. They're designed to look elegant and have excellent audio quality, and come with an impressive noise cancelling feature.

Sound

The Marshall Major Headphones Gaming IV is the most recent pair of on-ear Bluetooth headphones to be released by a brand that makes amps for rock legends. The design is influenced by the history of the brand's guitar amps, and its uncompromising rock-inspired design, which includes elements such as chrome, tolex and brass. Its sound is also unique on the market, with an harmonie that is designed to sublimate rock and analog music.

They provide a superbly balanced sound with sublime detail at all frequencies, including bass that is booming but doesn't obscure other tonalities. The vocals and cymbals are particularly prominent. The Marshall application lets you alter the sound to your tastes and preferences, using settings optimized for a range of genres, from hip-hop to rock, and electronic music.

Although they might not be ideal for audiophiles (especially those who like to listen to music at a high volume) however, they are an excellent choice for those who want to listen to their favourite tunes with a group of friends or during an extended flight. They are comfortable to wear for a long time and can easily be tucked away in bags which makes them a perfect travel companion.

They are lightweight headphones for earphones which makes them ideal for use in public transport or at work. They can be folded up and stored in your desk drawer when not being used. They work with all mobile devices that support Bluetooth 5.0 and can be connected via 3.5mm cable for users who do not have Bluetooth. In addition, the Marshall Major IV has a slick gold multi-directional control knob, which provides easy and intuitive controls for playback, track skipping, and volume adjustment. This is a significant improvement over earlier models that were more difficult to navigate for users.

Noise Cancellation

Marshall is known for its guitar amplifiers, but it's been pushing into consumer audio in recent years with Bluetooth speakers and wireless earbuds. The latest pair of headphones, the Monitor II ANC include an ANC function to its existing range and deliver some solid improvements in terms of ergonomics, performance and features.

The design is sleek and minimalist it evokes the amp stacks that Marshall is famous for. The ear cups that are closed are covered with a faux leather texture with brass accents. The gold-plated potentiometer located on the right earcup lets you to adjust the volume, play, pause and even adjust the track. A second button that is marked with an M enables you to access Google Assistant or equalizer presets on your smartphone. The headsets have an audio microphone that can be used to make calls, but the microphone isn't particularly good and can pick the background noise.

The headphones have a dynamic driver of 40mm with 20-20kHz of pre-frequency. They feature a high-quality audio and a natural level of real-world sound. They are suitable for all music genres. They feature a noise cancellation system which blocks ambient sound, but it's not the most effective available. They can reduce ambient sound by around 80 percent, but they still allow some ambient noise and voices.

The Marshall headphones are very comfortable to wear. They have soft earpads that can be easily adjusted to accommodate your ears. The foldable design makes them very portable. They can be easily collapsed and put in the soft case when not in use, making them simple to transport. They're lightweight and comfortable to wear, so you can listen for long periods of time without discomfort.

Battery Life

The Marshall Major Headphones Gaming IV Bluetooth headphones provide a battery life of up to 80 hours. This makes them among the most efficient Bluetooth headphones for mobile devices. The Marshall Major IV's battery life is up to 80 hours, thanks to Bluetooth 5.0. They also support low-latency audio which reduces battery consumption. They also support Google Assistant smart functionality and noise cancellation.

They are designed to be easy to carry and fold up neatly into a case for ease of transportation. They're also extremely lightweight, which means they won't put any strain on your shoulders or ears when worn for long periods of time. Plus, the headband is padded to provide extra comfort.

Marshall is known for making guitar amps that are employed by some of the biggest rock bands around the globe. It's no surprise then that these on-ear headphone have a distinct sound that is perfect for playing guitar. They have an impressive amount of bass, but they're not blaring and the treble tone is well-balanced enough that the mid-tones don't suffer.

Their wireless range is quite wide and the synchronization process is quick and simple. When not within wireless range they can also be connected via a cable that connects to your smartphone. The Marshall app lets you alter the EQ settings and enables Eco Charging, which sets their charging capacity at 80%, which helps to limit battery degradation.

The Marshall Monitor II ANC Bluetooth headphones are a great Bluetooth headphone that offers a lot of features at a reasonable price. They're comfortable and light and come with a solid set of earcups with ergonomic design that won't warm up or pinch your ears. The sound is crisp, clear and dynamic and the earpads are soft on your ears. They're a great choice for listening to any kind of music, but they're particularly good at delivering guitar-orientated rock and driving beats.