The Marshall MID ANC are good-sounding, mixed usage on-ear headphones with an efficient control scheme. They're lightweight yet durable and have good battery life and a great wireless range. They're also noise cancelling headphones, although their ANC is a bit weak when it comes to blocking out bass-range noise, and their on-ear design isn't as comfortable for all listeners.
Our Verdict
The Marshall MID ANC are decent for mixed usage. They have a good battery life, great wireless range, and a good sound. They're well-built, and they're a decent option for most uses. Unfortunately, like most Bluetooth headphones, they have too much latency for gaming, and their on-ear fit isn't the most comfortable for all listeners, especially if you wear glasses.
- Efficient and easy-to-use control scheme.
- Lightweight and decently durable design.
- Good audio reproduction.
- Mediocre noise cancelling.
- A bit bright on treble-heavy tracks.
The Marshall MID ANC are decent for neutral sound. They have a well-balanced audio reproduction that packs a good amount of bass and isn't too forward or recessed with instruments and vocals. However, they can sound a bit bright on treble-heavy tracks, and their small ear cups and closed-back design doesn't create the best soundstage for more neutral listeners. On the upside, they sound good enough for most.
The Marshall MID ANC are satisfactory for commute and travel. They're lightweight, easy to use, and decently portable. Also, although their noise cancellation isn't the strongest, it should be good enough for public transit, especially if you're playing your music at higher than average volumes.
The Marshall MID ANC are decent for sports and fitness. They're lightweight, breathable, and stable enough when jogging. Their wireless design also makes them less likely to fall, and they have a great and efficient control scheme. However, they're not the most portable headphones, and they'll slide off your ears during more intense workout routines.
The Marshall MID ANC are alright for office use. They have long battery life and a good sound for hours of continuous listening. However, their on-ear fit might not be the most comfortable for all listeners, and they may let a bit of ambient noise and chatter seep into your audio because their ANC isn't as strong. They also leak a bit at high volumes, meaning that you may distract some of your colleagues in quieter conditions.
The Marshall MID ANC aren't suitable for wireless gaming. They have a bit too much latency, a mediocre integrated mic, and no customization options. Also, they're not the most comfortable headphones to use for long gaming sessions, but at least they come with a versatile audio cable with an in-line mic that is compatible with most console controllers and PCs.
Changelog
- Updated Mar 24, 2020: Converted to Test Bench 1.4.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Apr 17, 2018: Review published.
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The Marshall MID ANC are fairly versatile headphones with a well-balanced sound. They have a decently durable design with great aesthetics, as well as a good control scheme that's easy to use, a good wireless range, and a decently long continuous battery life. Unfortunately, their active noise cancelling feature has an unremarkable performance, and they're not extremely comfortable.
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If you want the convenience of a wireless and wired design, go for the Marshall MID ANC Wireless. However, if you only need a wired headset at a budget price, go for the Marshall Major II. The MID ANC are wireless and also noise cancelling, which makes them a more versatile everyday option. They also have a better-balanced sound quality and come with a cable, meaning that you can use them passively if the battery dies. The Major II are completely passive, so you do not have to worry about a battery in the first place. They also have a slightly more compact design but don't look or feel as premium as the MID ANC.
The Marshall MID ANC Wireless are better headphones than the Grado GW100 Wireless. The Marshall are significantly better-built headphones and have an amazing audio reproduction. They also have a decent ANC feature to isolate background noise. On the other hand, they don’t have the openness of the Grado because of their closed-back design. The Marshall offer a much better value and are more versatile thanks to their design. They're noise cancelling and sound more neutral.
If sound quality and comfort are the most important criteria for you, the Marshall MID ANC Wireless are better headphones than the AKG N60NC. The Marshall have great audio reproduction, and their control scheme offers great feedback and is easy to use. The Marshall are slightly better built and feel like more premium headphones than the AKGs. On the other hand, the AKGs have better noise cancelling performance and can also connect to two devices simultaneously.
The Beats Solo Pro and the Marshall MID ANC Wireless are two decent pairs of on-ear headphones. The Beats have a noticeably better ANC feature that blocks out more noise and have longer battery life on a single charge. On the other hand, the Marshall have a more comfortable fit, and you can use them wired, even if the battery is dead.
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