With a design based on its iconic amps, Marshall's new Major IIIs are perfect for those who want to flaunt a bit of rock heritage on their commute. Sturdy hardware and a relatively balanced sound make these a great option for those wanting to upgrade their basic cans.

Stylish; slim design; Great top and mid ranges; Fully foldable

Uncomfortable; Feeble bass; Let in external sounds

Obviously, there's a plethora of great headphones out there, many of which we rate extremely highly. But we've not seen a pair of headphones that can deliver the same sound - both quality and volume - at this price. Just £100 Wow. They're thoughtfully designed, comfortable and sturdy.

Excellent audio quality; Minimalist design; Very comfortable

Not quite in Dre's league

If you're a headphone purist and wouldn't dream of hooking up a pair of closed-back cans to your hi-fi, these aren't for you. But for the rest of us, who want a versatile, easy to transport pair of headphones which sound terrific, they're hard to beat. ®

Every rock guitarist knows the name "Marshall." Every rock guitarist. The name is legendary and carries a certain allure for rock ‘n roll musicians the world over. Now Marshall offers that same rock legend status to a broader market with their headphone line.

With its enviable reputation as an amplifier manufacturer unquestionably secure, Marshall is looking to extend its repertoire with the Marshall Major headphones and Marshall Minor earphones, the latter of which we're looking at here.

Well-built; Stylish looks; Decent sound quality

Cheaper; better sounding rivals avaialble; Somewhat uncomfortable

NIce Looking thats it I bought them for playing guitar and the cord is short,and after a year they Krackle in one ear total RIP JOB.

Marshall has been a force to reckon with in audio for half a century, with luminaries like Pete Townsend and others using their amps and gear in their live and recorded projects ever since. Ever since they added portable audio gear like headsets, Marshall has continued the tradition.

Old-fashioned; retro design; Well-built; with a thick cord and great padded headband; Fully-functional remote/mic; Nice straight gold-plated 3.5mm plug; with full-sized adaptor included; Great; sturdily-built canvas pouch for carrying the headset around included; Wonderful; fantastic audio...

None as far as I can tell

Amplifier maker Marshall has entered the fray with a range of over-the-ear and in-ear headphones that, thankfully, don't simply seek to cash in on a famous brand name. We reviewed a pair of headphones from the over-the-ear "Major" range - as opposed to the in-ear "Minor" range - and the first thing...

The Marshall Major headphones offer an aesthetic appeal that is uniquely Marshall and bring with that look a very live sound that we think many listeners will appreciate.

Brilliant; live sound; Accurate bass; Unique aesthetic; Well built

Uncomfortable for long term use; Upper mids compress at high volumes

Great retro looks and that famous logo don't entirely make up for a slightly confused, shouty performance

Classy looks; good for vocals

Harsh treble; bass lacks oompf