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If you\u2019re into rock and roll, then you\u2019ve probably come across Marshall\u2019s audio hardware before.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the \u201cbrand of rock stars\u201d, similar to how\u00a0Beats has been marketed as the headphones of hip-hop artists. But if you know anything about headphones, you\u2019d know marketing is never indicative\u00a0of real performance. So in case you were wondering: these headphones won\u2019t make you a rock star.<\/p>\n
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The Marshall Monitor Bluetooth headphones are dead simple to use. A single button\/joystick controls playback, power and volume, Holding it down for five seconds turns the headphones on and starts pairing mode.<\/p>\n
Once paired, Marshall says you have 30 hours of battery life \u2014 which for wireless headphones (even for\u00a0over-ears) is a pretty solid stat. In reality, I got around\u00a0a\u00a0full day\u2019s usage,\u00a0while I listened to tracks from The Black Keys, Fleetwood Mac, Lorde and The Arctic Monkeys.<\/p>\n
I picked those artists because of the distinct separation that occurs on the lows, mids and highs of their tracks. Overall, they sounded crisp and \u201cclose\u201d but the sound isn\u2019t life-like nor does it have enough depth for you bass heads.<\/p>\n
Using them\u00a0to play Rainbow<\/em> Six<\/em>: Siege<\/em>, I was in a scenario where I could hear an enemy player\u2019s reloading a rifle in the adjacent\u00a0room \u2014 which sounded\u00a0like a subtle click \u2014 netting me the kill. But,\u00a0these aren\u2019t gaming headphones by a long shot.<\/p>\n Beyond the joystick, there\u2019s isn\u2019t too much about the Marshall Monitors that stand out. They\u2019re all-black with different textures of leather, with an encapsulation on the ears that feels snug and tight \u2014 instilling a false sense of comfort. Sound leaking isn\u2019t a problem, but fatigue from wearing them for more than two hours is.<\/p>\n Depending on your head and ear size\/shape, the way they balance on your head will vary. But, it seems as if the pressure on my temples is consistent and became unbearable after two hours.<\/p>\n Listening fatigue aside, I give major props to the Monitor Bluetooth for having better build quality than I am used to seeing in sub-$500 headphones. There\u2019s some attention to detail in the stitching, leather, metal accents and even the ear cups. Despite being uncomfortable with extended use, the ear cups are removable for maintenance,\u00a0which is a good thing, but not a redeemable trait.<\/p>\n Regarding connectivity and stability: the Bluetooth connection never skipped a beat while being worn outdoors in New York City, where wireless interference is rampant and tends to mess with a lot of headphones. I\u2019ve worn while walking, on a Boosted Board and in the subway, skip and stutter free.<\/p>\n Marshall also includes 3.5mm aux and charging cables\u00a0inside its storage pouch, in case you want to go the wired listening route or just charge your headphones.<\/p>\n Get these if you\u2019re a dedicated rock and roll fan, or generally just lean towards music that\u2019s striking more of the mids and highs. However, there are better overall headphones\u00a0from Sennheiser, Beyerdynamic and others with more comfort and more diverse sound profiles, making them suitable for a wider range of music.<\/p>\n Personally, Marshall\u2019s\u00a0Monitor Bluetooth isn\u2019t my beat, but\u00a0it could be\u00a0someone else\u2019s.<\/p>\n Price as Reviewed: $249 at Marshall Headphones<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"![\"\"](\"https:\/\/tctechcrunch2011.files.wordpress.com\/2017\/03\/dsc_0091.jpg?w=928&h=619\")
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