Superb battery life ; Lovely classic design ; Good value

Not much different to Major IV ; No noise cancelling (because they're on-ear)

Marshall has made some welcome tweaks to its on-ear headphones. So while they're not designed for upgraders, they're a great first-time buy for those not wanting to spend a fortune on some effective headphones.

Of all the headphones I've tested over the past year, I'd say the Marshall Major V had me smiling and banging my head more than any other. And with the easy-to-use joystick, controlling music is a treat. It certainly helps that they're affordable, too,...

Sound ; Battery Life ; Design ; Controls

No ANC ; Lacks some smart features

However, if you love bass heavy songs or noise cancellation is something you specifically want in your headphones — especially after spending this much — then you might want to consider other options. The major appeal of the Marshall V is in the sound...

Ultra-portable form factor ; Premium build and design ; Excellent representation of mids and highs, and stereo seperation

Clamping force might be tricky for some ; Lacklustre bass response

The bottom line with the Marshall Major V is that these headphones, while not being the best value-for-money device in this price range, do hold their own. They come with exceptional battery life and a fairly versatile sound signature, which, in daily...

Compact and portable ; Excellent controls with a dedicated button for Spotify ; Ridiculously long battery life ; Multiple future proofing features ; Auracast ready

Not IP rated ; Average sound ; No ANC

Marshall Major V The Major V sport a number of frills, but their average audio is inexcusable for the brand and midrange price. Marshall’s Major V thoroughly impressed me in some areas but underwhelmed in others. I felt entitled to great sound on these...

Rich bass and clear highs ; Superb battery life ; Light and foldable design ; Supports wired and wireless listening

No active noise cancelation ; No case or pouch provided in the box ; Uncomfortable when wearing glasses

With a retail price of $150, the Marshall Major V might be a bit steep for some, but I recommend it easily. It provides excellent value for the money, delivering crisp and well-balanced audio with comfortable earcups — as long as you don’t wear glasses.