Sony MDR 1000X vs. Marshall Major III

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony MDR 1000X and Marshall Major III. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony MDR 1000X vs. Marshall Major III Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR 1000X Marshall Major III
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight 275 g 178 g Marshall Major III are lighter than Sony MDR 1000X headphones.
Colour Black | Beige Black | Brown
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m -
SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR 1000X Marshall Major III
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth -
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 -
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Low Complexity Subband Coding (SBC) -
Active Noise Cancelling Yes - Sony MDR 1000X are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 4 - 40000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sony MDR 1000X offer a larger frequency range than Marshall Major III.
Sensitivity 103 dB/mW 99 dB Sony MDR 1000X have higher sensitivity than Marshall Major III.
Impedance 46 Ohm 32 Ohm
Diaphragm Liquid crystal polymer - 40 mm 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
MICROPHONE Sony MDR 1000X Marshall Major III
Type - On-cable
Microphone Operation Mode - Mono
REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR 1000X Marshall Major III
Controls Volume control Answer/end
CABLE Sony MDR 1000X Marshall Major III
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.5 m Headphones cable
Cable Length 1.5 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector Gold -
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony MDR 1000X Marshall Major III
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion -
Battery Life 20 hours -
Standby Time 34 hours -
Charging Time 4 hours -
WIRELESS LINK Sony MDR 1000X Marshall Major III
Transmission Range 10 m -
Modulation Type FHSS -
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR 1000X Marshall Major III
Connector Type Bluetooth
USB
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR 1000X Marshall Major III
Included Accessories Carrying case, USB cable, in-flight plug adapter -
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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