Marshall MAJOR IV Specifications, Tests and Review

Headphone type
On-ear
Connectivity
Wireless, wired
Frequency Response
20 - 20000 Hz
Sensitivity
99 dB
Impedance
32 Ohm

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Marshall MAJOR IV
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 165 g Worse than 51 % of headphones rated.
Colour Black | Brown
Recommended Use Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m Worse than 59 % of headphones rated.

Product Marshall MAJOR IV are wireless headphones with a detachable cable, which combines the advantages of both solutions. The wireless connection option offers freedom of movement while increasing the comfort of use. The detachable cable then provides a listening alternative in the event of a low battery caused by wireless listening. The headphones use the Bluetooth 5.0 technology for sound transmission. The transmission range offered is up to 10 m. The maximum range represents the maximum distance from the audio transmission source that the headphones can be used for wireless audio transmission. However, the maximum communication range can be affected by obstacles such as people, walls, etc.

The headphones are designed as on-ear. On-ear headphones are generally lighter. However, their design has fewer isolation capabilities, and therefore, for example, more sound can be let in and out compared to around-ear headphones. The weight of the headphones is 165 g. Although these are over-the-head headphones that are normally characterized by their bulky nature, this model can be folded into a more compact form. This makes them easier to fit into a backpack or bag

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SOUND QUALITY Marshall MAJOR IV
Headphones Form Factor On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic
Foldable Yes Better than 84 % of headphones rated.
Connectivity Technology Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Better than 90 % of headphones rated.
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz Better than 64 % of headphones rated.
Sensitivity 99 dB Worse than 76 % of headphones rated.
Impedance 32 Ohm
Diaphragm 40 mm Better than 75 % of headphones rated.

The sound quality can be affected by many factors. When it comes to frequency range, the wider it is, the more detail you will hear when listening. However, the range a person can perceive is highly individual. The average person is able to perceive frequencies in the range of 16 to 20 000 Hz. So the most common frequency range you will see on the market is 20 to 20,000 Hz. Lower frequencies up to approximately 256 Hz are considered bass frequencies. Therefore, the lower the bottom value is, the better the headphones will reproduce bass. Conversely, values from approximately 2 048 Hz upwards are treble. That is why headphones with a high upper value will provide a much more accurate reproduction of high notes. Marshall MAJOR IV offers a frequency range of 20 - 20000 Hz. The sensitivity parameter determines how sensitively the headphones can receive the signal from the source. The higher the sensitivity value, the louder the headphones will be able to play with less power consumption. In general, a higher listening volume also means a higher power load for the connected device. So if you're buying headphones to listen to music from your mobile phone, for example, this is relevant to think about as you don't want to drain your phone's battery too much. Lower values around 85 dB are more suitable for listening in more quiet environments (for example, at home or in the office). Medium values of around 90 dB can provide good listening quality in noisier environments (for example, on public transport or in cafés). Headphones with high sensitivity values of around 100 dB or more are designed for really noisy environments, such as concerts. The Marshall MAJOR IV has 99 dB.

The device connected to the headphones also plays a role most times. The lower impedance value (approximately 100 to 150 Ohms) is suitable for playback from mobile phones, laptops or other portable players that do not have a powerful enough amplifier. The lower impedance will ensure that the required volume level is achieved with less power, thus extending the life of the player. However, at the same time, with lower impedance, there is more distortion of the sound. Headphones with a higher impedance of around 250 Ohms and above are then more suitable for playback from really powerful signal sources or using a headphone amplifier, otherwise the sound coming out of them might not be loud enough. At the same time, higher-impedance headphones will also ensure less distortion in the sound. In the case of these headphones, the impedance reaches the 32 Ohm value.

An important part of these headphones is the diaphragm, which, simply put, converts the electrical signal into a sound. The thin diaphragm that is around 6 mm thick can react quickly to changes in the audio signal and improves high-frequency listening. However, it is less sensitive to bass. The medium-thick diaphragm of around 10 mm provides a fairly balanced sound profile, allowing you to enjoy both bass and treble. A thicker diaphragm of around 20 mm cannot react so quickly to changes in the sound signal, thus impairing bass listening. However, it is more sensitive to higher frequencies. This model features the 40 mm.

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MICROPHONE Marshall MAJOR IV
Form Factor Built-in
REMOTE CONTROL Marshall MAJOR IV
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause, reject call, skip track
CABLE Marshall MAJOR IV
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable
USB-C charge cable - detachable
Detachable Cable Yes
BATTERY AND CHARGING Marshall MAJOR IV
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - wireless charging
Battery Life 80 hour(s) Better than 99 % of headphones rated.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback: up to 80 hours
Charging Time 3 hour(s) Worse than 65 % of headphones rated.

In terms of headphone battery life as a significant factor in the purchase decision, it depends on what you want to use the headphones for and potentially how often you will be able to recharge them. Headphones with up to a few hours of battery life are more suitable for home use as they will require more frequent charging. Headphones with a battery life of around 10 hours or more are already more suitable for commuting and shorter journeys. However, nowadays you can also find headphones on the market that have a battery life in the higher tens to hundreds of hours. In this case, you do not have to worry about your headphones simply running out of power on longer journeys, and you will not have to deal with constant recharging. The battery life of the Marshall MAJOR IV reaches up to 80 hour(s).

Charging time is 3 hour(s).

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CONNECTIONS Marshall MAJOR IV
Connector Type Audio line-out / headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Marshall MAJOR IV
Included Accessories USB-C charging cable

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