Customer Ratings & Reviews

Marshall is the latest new contender to join the flag ship noise cancelling headphones lineup and they show some potential. Starting with the pros: I love how portable these headphones can be. You can fold them , sit them around your neck , swivel the ear cups in both directions and on top of that you can even collapse them and they fit in almost any compartment imaginable. They come with a very premium hard shell carrying case and inside the case it has a smooth silky red velour fabric with a compartment for the charging cord and USB-C to 3.5mm adapter. Really puts the Sony, Bose and Apple on notice. The build quality of the Marshall is also worth praising; the Marshall's are literally build like a tank. Scratch proof, dent proof, drop proof. I didn't see an official IP rating in the manual though so I'm not sure if they're waterproof or resistant but they can withstand a splash of water and light rain just don't submerge them into a pool. Last pro to mention but also a con I will mention more in the cons section is the audio quality: the details are very well pronounced and the soundstage is well respected. The bass can pack an upbeat burst and is not too sloppy. If you want to really appreciate an accurate music session you will enjoy these. Now going into the cons: Although I enjoy the elaborate details of the mids and treble and the bass not being too sloppy, I was a bit disappointed with the bass not being more powerful. In some songs the bass was at times mute and I didn't give me the deep low end I crave for in when jamming on bass heavy tracks. I think the small 32 mm drivers these have installed are part of the reason why but only I know and everyone has different ear shapes and wavelengths so it could be just a placebo effect but I wish for low end impact. Another con is the ANC: They have the price tag of a flagship but they most certainly do not perform like $350-400-450 ANC headphones. They perform more like middle of the road $200-250 ANC headphones. So yeah ANC was not as great as I hoped. The transparency was solid though. It's similar to Airpods Max and Bose. So overall a very very good attempt from Marshall stepping into the premium flagship territory but definitely some things they can refine in the next iteration. I would wait for a sale on these honestly.

Genuinely incredible set of headphones. Easily the greatest headphones I have ever owned or used. Connected instantly, battery life is CRAZY, and they're incredibly comfortable. If anything happened to these headphones, I would go buy another set, that day.

The Marshall Monitor III A.N.C. headphones are a premium choice for audiophiles and casual listeners alike, blending iconic Marshall design with high-performance sound and long-lasting battery life. The textured black finish and brass accents pay homage to the brand’s classic look, while the updated carrying case makes these headphones easy to transport safely. In terms of sound, the Monitor III delivers an immersive 3-dimensional soundscape with balanced mids, crisp highs, and deep bass. While the driver size is slightly smaller than in previous generations, this allows for dual batteries in each earcup, giving these headphones a truly impressive 70+ hours of battery life a feature that sets them apart from most other headphones in this category. A standout feature is the seamless integration with the Marshall app, which allows you to customize the sound profile to your preference. The app provides an equalizer with various presets and manual options, so you can adjust the sound signature to suit different genres or your personal taste. This flexibility adds to the overall value of the Monitor III, as you can easily switch between customized sound profiles. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is effective for daily use, canceling out background noise like office chatter or traffic. However, it falls slightly short of the powerful ANC seen in other flagship headphones within this price range, and may struggle with very low, persistent sounds, like airplane engines. Connectivity is robust with Bluetooth 5.3, offering a stable and smooth connection with minimal latency for uninterrupted listening. One downside, however, is the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack, which may disappoint users who prefer the simplicity of a traditional wired option. While Marshall includes a USB-C to 3.5mm cable, it requires the headphones to be powered on, which is a slight inconvenience for those wanting a quick wired connection when battery levels are low. On-ear controls include a convenient multi-directional knob for adjusting volume, skipping tracks, and managing calls, and the built-in microphones provide clear call quality. Overall, the Marshall Monitor III A.N.C. headphones are a fantastic choice for listeners who value customization, iconic design, and an exceptional battery life. Despite the minor limitations in ANC strength and the lack of a 3.5mm jack, these headphones deliver superb sound, flexible audio customization through the Marshall app, and outstanding playtime, making them a standout in the over-ear wireless category.

I have a hard time with over-the-ear headphones. But these……are incredible. The sound quality is top notch. The quality is spectacular and they are probably the best headphones I’ve ever owned. And the cherry on top…..they are comfortable.

Excellent sound and battery life. The noise cancellation is not as good as others but it is not bad.

I really love these headphones. The sun is incredible and the battery life is also amazing. Long lasting. if you’re looking for a good piece of technology, I recommend them.

I love them, one of the best out there for both ANC and music, especially when it comes to guitar music

A very decent product! I recommend it, guys, I would even say it's a competitor to Apple. It has a special application on the phone where you can adjust the sound settings directly from your phone - a cool feature, and it also comes with a cable for connecting the headphones to a PC. The battery lasts about 80-90 hours.

Very nice headphone. My niece likes this particular one a lot.

I have a small head and finally found over ear headphones that fit my head perfectly! The cups are super cush feel great after hours of listening. Fantastic material, the case feels super luxurious. A little hard to justify traveling with them because of the case can get pretty bulky and heavy. But overall very happy with this purchase!

I have owned headphones that cost 10 dollars all the way up to 1200, and these are easily the most crisp, clear, highest quality sound I've experienced. It really is like I'm in the room with the band.

Excellent sound I am just not sure how to program a button to pause whatever I am listening too outside of spotify.

Excellent construction and sound design, great for studying and working out alike.

Stylish, powerful, and built to last. The sound is rich with great bass, and the vintage design is a standout. Perfect for music lovers who want both looks and quality. Very expensive.

I really like build and sound of these headphones.

The headphones are great. But the services was terrible

These are the best over the ear headphones I have had in a long time. My only caviate is that if you wear glasses, it doesn't sit flush over your ears.

Marshall’s latest update to the Monitor headset is a great refinement on a great series. While the previous series boasted great battery life, great sound quality, in a portable and quality design, Marshall has appeared to improve on each of those points incrementally. First of all, I didn’t have the Monitor II, but I did have the original monitor. A couple things stand out between the two that need to be addressed. First of all, you’re giving up the 3.5mm phono jack and out of the box wired connectivity. However, if you check the specs (and the bottom of the box), you do get wired connectivity via the USB-C port’s capability to do analog audio over the cable. That cable is hiding in the bottom of the box and is a nice inclusion. However most of the time you’ll want to use the wireless. The included case is quite nice, with a soft red interior and a pouch to keep the cables. It’s about as small as it possibly could be. The fact that you can fit a pair of over the ear headphones into a case this small is insane. My only critique of it would be that it’s oddly shaped due to how the headphones fold in. Physical design of these cans is quite nice. The padding is quite comfortable in the ear pads, and the head clamping force was even and not overwhelming. I felt good wearing these hours on end. The hinges are made from metal and feel solid. The headband has a TPU liner that I know exactly what it’s for. My original Monitor recently started having their bonded leatherlike material start to flake away. This is oils and other things absorbing into the headband material and causing it to delaminate. This flexible rubber like band keeps that material safe and hopefully from flaking off 5 years into its life. The earcups are a classic Marshall design, and feel quite durable. The brass Marshall logo is iconic and looks really nice. The right earcup has the brass control button, which can be depressed to turn on the headset, pressed quickly for play/pause, and control track with left/right and volume with up/down. There are two other hidden buttons where the headband connects to the housing of the earcups. These buttons are customizable in the app, and are pretty nifty places to hide buttons. An aside on the bluetooth is 5.3. You get great optimizations on power consumption, range, and stability of connection. In my usage, Marshall’s implementation in this case seems on point. Battery life promises up to 70 hours, but realistically if you’re using this during your work day, you should get a week between charges. Range was excellent as well, able to cover my entire house easily without experiencing any drops. The Marshall app does a great job. I have had funky apps for headphones in the past, but the execution from Marshall is flawless. There’s a lot in here that lets you adjust the sound to your personal tastes. The first major setting is the noise control which lets you turn on active noise cancelation (ANC), or enable transparency mode. You get a 3 setting slider to adjust either effects power as well. ANC did a good, but not great job of blocking out outside noise. WIth over the ear headphones you have limits based on the pads. That said, they do a great job with normal noise blockage. Transparency mode is quite nice, and let me easily switch into listening to my TV then swap back to music with ANC. If I’m cleaning the house, it’s nice to be able to hear the kids, which transparency mode enables. Further in the app is the equalizer, which provides 5 bands of adjustments. There are preset ones, and the first ‘slot’ (which can be swapped using the button if you so choose) is always ‘Marshall’ sound. I setup a custom equalizer with a power V curve and it definitely let these shine. The implementation didn’t cause any clipping or any negative audio effects. Beyond that, the app also exposes other features, like button customizations, Spotify Tap (auto launch spotify and play, but I don’t have spotify, so I can’t comment on this). Enabling auto play (taking the headphones off your head stops the music, and putting them on causes music to play), battery preservation settings (charging speed, limiting how much charge, and temperature aware charging), and timeout. The other big setting to talk about is soundstage, which simulates a wider soundstage with room size and effect amount. Overall I found this setting makes very little difference, but it does have a subtle effect. Now, of course, sound wise, what do you expect? It’s Marshall, and they definitely have a warm flavor to them. This is definitely not a reference headphone - as the sound is already following a decent v curve. Bass is emphasized, but not muddy. I overall loved the out of the box and even my exaggerated custom curve. Volume can go all the way up with minimal distortion and they definitely get loud enough to be uncomfortable. The bass has presence, and the mids are distinct. Highs are crisp, and overall I feel like most people would be impressed by the quality, as was I. Overall the excellent build quality, battery life, and just wonderful audio quality make these a great product. The price is a bit higher than I would have preferred, but compared to other products in its price category, they’re very strong. Coupled with a great app, with great features, this is a winning headset.

Looks, feels and sounds amazing!! Shipping was super quick

To briefly sum things up, I really like these headphones. Full stop. They more or less deliver in every way. The build is fantastic. Nice choice in materials, and everything feels both well built and solid. They just have a nice feel in the hands, not big and clunky, but substantial. Still, at a nice weight. Beyond that, they fold up well, and I really like their use of buttons. Placed well, placed uniquely, responsive and easy. The inclusion of the (very useful) control knob is just another nice add. Lastly, this all continues with the carrying case. Compact, solid, efficient, soft-lined. Given a lot of companies are either omitting or failing here, this is nice to see. As for looks? I think they look great. Consistent with the rest of offerings, and honestly, a little different than what most other companies are doing. Black. Clean. Nice accents. (Mostly) simple. Admittedly, the textured leather-like look is not something I would normally like (large logos either), but this is done very well, and, well, I do. Once on, they are very comfortable. The headband is soft and comfy and has just the right amount of “tightness,” and the earcups are the same. They fit my ears perfectly and are both soft and comfortable. They formed a nice seal, and I had no issues wearing them for extended periods. All while not really getting hot and sweaty. All in all, I think they have done a wonderful job on the hardware front. Setup was a breeze, and the Marshall app is helpful, intuitive and easy to use. I liked how these cans sounded out of the box, but I always think it is worth the time to dig into the settings and dial the sound in more to your liking. No exception here. You are given a nice level of control, be it sound tweaks (presets or custom), ANC, battery/charge control, etc… I really like the sound. I hit these with just about everything I listen to, which is just about everything except metal and country. Also, many podcasts. Plenty of low end, nice mids, and they handled the highs very well. All at all volume levels. The vocals were clean and distinct. I came away pretty impressed. Beyond that, I found the ANC to be quite effective. Perhaps a little better than the transparency mode. To be fair, I have never really been someone to use transparency, so take that for what you will, but I think while their ANC is on par in the space, their transparency may be a tick behind. Battery wise I could not ask for more. Rated for what seems to me a crazy 100 hours (70 with ANC), I have found that to be about right. It is going to take more time to see how that plays out over an extended period, but I don’t see this being an issue at all going forward. Charges are quick (when wanted) and as I briefly mentioned above, the ability to alter charging speeds for battery preservation is a real quality add. Especially for a product that will be heavily used and has a finite life. In the end, these are really nice pair of headphones, and I really like them. They are well-built, perform well, are comfortable, and have some real nice quality of life features (great and unique buttons, extended battery life, battery saving among them). They also just look great, differently so. There really aren’t a lot of cans that have their looks. For all of this, the value is there for me here, and I think it would be for most people as well.