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The Milton ANC is Marshall's latest pair of on-ear headphones.
They shouldn't compromise on sound, durability, or battery life.
The new Marshall headphones are priced at $229.
Marshall has announced an all-new pair of on-ear headphones, the Milton ANC. They promise to deliver the signature sound experience without compromising battery life, in a portable, durable, and premium-looking design. While the Marshall Milton ANC look similar to the current-generation Marshall Major V on-ear headphones, they boast some crucial design and sound upgrades.
For instance, they have larger ear cushions, which should help keep the sound in to improve passive noise cancellation. This feature is important for on-ear headphones because the earcups don't cover the ears like over-ear cans, and could result in ambient noise penetration. I haven't tested the new headphones yet, but I hope the softer memory foam will be more comfortable to wear over longer periods.
Also: I'm a fan of Marshall speakers, but I didn't expect these discounted headphones to sound this good
The Milton ANC feature square-shaped TPU molded ear caps, which you might have come to expect from Marshall headphones. They have a textured leather surface, a brass metal logo, and powder-coated metal arms, creating a premium look.
I like that Marshall kept Major V's foldable design, which lets you fold the Milton ANC's earcups for better portability. The cans are slightly heavier than Major V (200g versus 186g), but the foldable design should help keep them portable.
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