Marshall Milton 1008039
Technics EAH-A800
What Buyers Say
Marshall Milton 1008039
The Marshall Milton ANC on-ear headphones deliver impressive sound quality with deep bass, clear mids, and crisp highs, along with effective active noise cancellation and a customizable soundstage via the companion app. Users praise the lightweight, portable design and long battery life, but note that the on-ear form factor can cause discomfort and heat buildup during extended wear, especially for those with larger ears. The ANC is good but not class-leading, and the lack of left/right markings is a minor annoyance. Overall, these headphones offer great value for Marshall fans and those seeking a compact, feature-rich audio experience.
Pros
- Excellent sound quality with deep bass
- Effective active noise cancellation
- Lightweight and portable design
- Long battery life with fast charging
- Customizable sound via Marshall app
Cons
- On-ear design causes discomfort over time
- Ear cups get warm during extended use
- Ear cups too small for larger ears
- ANC not as strong as over-ear competitors
- No left/right markings on headphones
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)
Scores
Specifications
| Marshall Milton 1008039 | Technics EAH-A800 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.30 kg |
| Ear Cushion | Foam, Polyurethane | super-soft earpads |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 32 mm | 40 mm★ |
| Drivers | 1 | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 4 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz | 40 kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ω | 34 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99.30000305175781 dB | 105 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| 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 | adaptive | Dual Hybrid |
| Transparency | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 1.2000000476837158 m | 1 m |
| Range | 10.100000381469727 m | 10.100000381469727 m |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 80 hrs★ | 50 hrs |
| Charge Time | 2 hrs★ | 3 hrs |
| Fast Charging | 15 minutes gives 9.5 hours of playtime | 15 Minutes for 10 Hours |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 2 | 8★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Voice assistant | Siri, Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✗ |
| App | Marshall Bluetooth app | Technics Audio Connect |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Marshall Milton 1008039
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
Technics EAH-A800
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (94th percentile)94th %ile
Pricing
Marshall Milton 1008039 offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 5 of 40 specs.
