Technics EAH-A800
Marshall Monitor III A.N.C.
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-A800
The Technics EAH-A800 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, which many users compare favorably to wired headphones, especially when using the LDAC codec. Reviewers praise the comfortable fit, effective ANC, and the ability to create an immersive soundstage with clear stereo separation. However, a few users report durability concerns, such as the headband material loosening within a month and faulty components after a year, while others suggest minor improvements like larger ear cups and more EQ bands.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Immersive soundstage with stereo separation
- LDAC codec support for high-quality audio
Cons
- Durability concerns with headband material
- Faulty components after a year
- Ear cups could be slightly bigger
- Headband feels hard on scalp
- Only 5 EQ bands (wants more)
Marshall Monitor III A.N.C.
The Marshall Monitor III headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their excellent sound quality, comfort, and luxurious design. Users praise the clear, detailed audio with good bass and soundstage, as well as the effective noise cancellation and long battery life. Minor criticisms include ear warmth during extended use and a desire for slightly higher volume output.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality
- Comfortable ear cushions
- Effective noise cancellation
- Long battery life (70 hours)
- Luxurious design and build
Cons
- Ear warmth during extended use
- Desire for slightly higher volume
- Slightly large fit for some
- Pause delay could be shorter
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-A800 | Marshall Monitor III A.N.C. | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | super-soft earpads | PU leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm★ | 32 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 4 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 34 Ω | 46 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 105 dB★ | 91.69999694824219 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LDAC, SBC | SBC, AAC |
| Surround | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - EAH-A800-K Black | Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear | Technics | Black | Over Ear | Over E | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓ | ✓ |
| ANC Type | Dual Hybrid | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1 m | — |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m | 10.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 50 hrs | 100 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | 3 hrs | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours | 15 minutes gives 12 hours of playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 8★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Siri, Alexa | Voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | — |
| App | Technics Audio Connect | Marshall Bluetooth app |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
Marshall Monitor III A.N.C.
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 7 of 37 specs.