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Marshall Major 50FX Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£110
Form factor: on-ear
Connectivity: wireless
Battery life: ?
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Marshall Major 50FX review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.2

Good

5.1

Good

5.3

Good

7.0
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
9.0
Audio latency
25.0%
1.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
7.0
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
9.0
Battery life
3.0
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
9.0
Battery life
18.0%
2.3
Weight
16.0%
1.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
7.1
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
7.0
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
1.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
9.0
Battery life
14.0%
8.0
Companion app
4.3
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
2.3
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
9.0
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

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The Marshall Major 50FX is a limited-edition wired on-ear headphone designed to celebrate Marshall's 50th anniversary, featuring 40mm moving coil dynamic drivers, a 20Hz–20kHz frequency response, 47-ohm impedance, and a sensitivity of 98dB SPL. Main characteristics include a signature vintage aesthetic with gold accents and a coiled 3.5mm cable with an integrated remote and microphone for iOS devices. Its primary pros are its rugged, foldable design for portability, warm sound signature with boosted bass ideal for rock music, and high-quality build materials. However, some cons include the non-detachable cable which complicates repairs and potential discomfort during long listening sessions due to the strong clamping force typical of on-ear designs.

Technical Specifications of Marshall Major 50FX

Overall score

5.2

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

4.5

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

7.0

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity

5.4

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

?

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Features

5.7

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

?

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

7.3

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

?

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

4.8

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Marshall

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

on-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Marshall Major 50FX vs the average headphone

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EQ customization
Marshall Major 50FX supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.
Importance: MEDIUM
Marshall Major 50FX supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
More flexible connectivity
Marshall Major 50FX offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.
Importance: HIGH
Marshall Major 50FX offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
Direct 3.5 mm plug
Marshall Major 50FX includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Marshall Major 50FX includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
In-line controls
Marshall Major 50FX includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.
Importance: LOW
Marshall Major 50FX includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Foldable design
Marshall Major 50FX has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.
Importance: LOW
Marshall Major 50FX has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
USB-C charging
Marshall Major 50FX uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
What it is: Uses USB-C connector for charging or data
When it matters: When you want to charge with the same cable family used by your phone, tablet, laptop, or other daily devices.
Importance: LOW
Marshall Major 50FX uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
Quick mic mute
Marshall Major 50FX includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
What it is: Ability to mute microphone during calls
When it matters: When you need to silence the mic quickly during meetings or multiplayer games.
Importance: LOW
Marshall Major 50FX includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
Play while charging
Marshall Major 50FX can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
What it is: Can be used while charging
When it matters: When you need to keep listening during long work or gaming sessions.
Importance: LOW
Marshall Major 50FX can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
Foldable design
Marshall Major 50FX has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
USB-C charging
Marshall Major 50FX uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
Play while charging
Marshall Major 50FX can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
More flexible connectivity
Marshall Major 50FX offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
Direct 3.5 mm plug
Marshall Major 50FX includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
In-line controls
Marshall Major 50FX includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Quick mic mute
Marshall Major 50FX includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
EQ customization
Marshall Major 50FX supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

Calls & Controls

Why is Marshall Major 50FX worse than the average headphone?

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53.9% higher weight
Marshall Major 50FX is heavier than the average headphone (335.6 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
Fixed cable
Marshall Major 50FX has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Marshall Major 50FX has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Marshall Major 50FX has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
12 dB lower max SPL
Marshall Major 50FX has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (98 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
5 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
Marshall Major 50FX has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (98 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
5 older release date
Marshall Major 50FX was released earlier than the average headphone (2,012 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
November 2012
53.9% higher weight
Marshall Major 50FX is heavier than the average headphone (335.6 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
Marshall Major 50FX is heavier than the average headphone (335.6 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.335.6 g vs 218 g
Fixed cable
Marshall Major 50FX has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.
Importance: MEDIUM
Marshall Major 50FX has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
4 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Marshall Major 50FX has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Marshall Major 50FX has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.98 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Marshall Major 50FX has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Marshall Major 50FX has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
49.6% lower user score
Marshall Major 50FX has a lower user score than the average headphone (5.35 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Marshall Major 50FX has a lower user score than the average headphone (5.35 vs 8.000).5.35 vs 8
12 dB lower max SPL
Marshall Major 50FX has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (98 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
What it is: Maximum safe sound pressure level
When it matters: When high-volume headroom is part of your use case.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=116 dB
Marshall Major 50FX has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (98 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.98 dB vs 110 dB
5 older release date
Marshall Major 50FX was released earlier than the average headphone (2,012 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
November 2012
What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2020
Marshall Major 50FX was released earlier than the average headphone (2,012 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2012 vs 2017
2.66x less popular
Marshall Major 50FX is less popular than the average headphone (1.75 vs 4.646).
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Marshall Major 50FX is less popular than the average headphone (1.75 vs 4.646).1.75 vs 4.65

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What customers like about Marshall Major 50FX?

Iconic vintage aesthetic modeled after Marshall amplifiers with gold accents
Compact and foldable design for high portability
Sturdy build quality with a premium feel
Sound profile specifically tuned for rock and heavy music
Integrated microphone and a three-button remote for call and playback control
Includes a dedicated carrying bag (canvas cloth pouch)
Lightweight construction (approximately 335g)

What customers dislike about Marshall Major 50FX?

Strong clamping force can cause discomfort during long listening sessions
High price premium compared to the standard Marshall Major model
On-ear design may lead to heat buildup and sweaty ears
Treble can occasionally sound 'splashy' or lack fine detail
The 3-button remote functionality is primarily optimized for Apple iOS devices
Lack of active noise cancellation (passive isolation only)

Expert reviews

slinkystudio.info

08/09/2014

Marshall Major FX Headphones Review

The Slinky Studio review highlights the Marshall Major FX headphones as a compact, lightweight, and robust audio accessory that blends a retro hipster aesthetic with durable vinyl materials and the iconic white logo. Key design and usability advantages include its comfortable faux leather ear padding, retractable ear cups for simple storage, and a partially coiled cable that stays...Read more

cnet.com

07/06/2013

Marshall Major 50 FX headphones review: Like little amps for your ears

The Marshall Major 50 FX is a limited-edition pair of on-ear headphones designed to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary with styling cues borrowed from their iconic rock amplifiers. Priced at $170—a $50 premium over the standard model—they feature a sturdy build with authentic gold trim, leatherette earcups, a vinyl headband, and a partially coiled, non-removable 4-foot cord...Read more

avguide.ch

02/12/2012

Lifestyle and Street Headphones Test - Between Cult and Sound", "Review of Lifestyle and Street Headphones - Between Cult Status and Sound Quality

The avguide.ch review of the Marshall MajorGo headphones highlights a compact, lightweight, on-ear design that successfully captures the iconic look and feel of classic Marshall amplifiers. Developed by the Swedish company Zound Industries, these 139-franc headphones feature soft ear cushions, decent passive noise isolation, an integrated microphone, and a 6.3 mm adapter plug. The...Read more

maclife.de

15/08/2012

Marshall Major FX Headphones Review - Mac Life

The Mac Life review of the Marshall Major FX headphones highlights their stylish look and overall solid build quality. The reviewer praises the headphones for being comfortable to wear and utilizing premium materials like leather, metal, and gold-plated plugs. Functional highlights include a flexible coiled cable and an inline remote control with a microphone, making them a great...Read more

xataka.com

21/02/2012

Marshall Major FX review", "Marshall Major FX analysis

The Marshall Major FX on-ear headphones balance vintage brand styling with robust, high-quality construction. They feature well-built materials, unique gold accents reminiscent of classic Marshall amplifiers, and deep ear cushion padding. A notable design choice is the partially coiled cable, which includes a gold-plated 3.5mm jack reinforced with a protective spring to prevent...Read more

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