Marshall has been pumping out a steady flow of quality audio products designed in the style of the brand's iconic amps, and its new Major III Bluetooth headphones are no exception. The $150 wireless headphones are an update to the Major II Bluetooth released in 2016, with new drivers and a slight change to the physical design. Audio quality is strong, with full, round bass depth and crisp highs. And if you like the Marshall design aesthetic, you're sure to be happy. However, there are several strong options in this price range, including Marshall's own Mid Bluetooth, our Editors' Choice. Design Much of the Major II Bluetooth's design remains intact, with small, rounded supra-aural (on-ear) earcups covered in convincing faux leather. The earcups feature the Marshall logo and some attractive brass-colored highlights. The main changes, according to Marshall, come in the form of improved earpads and upgraded 40mm dynamic drivers. The headphones fold down at hinges for compact storage,...
The Marshall Major III Bluetooth delivers solid audio performance in a comfortable design—but it enters a field crowded with strong options.
Solid audio performance with strong bass depth and clarity in the high-mids and highs; Excellent on-ear controls; Comfortable design; Can be used in passive wired mode
Can distort on deep bass at top volumes; Connecting cable doesn't automatically power down headphones