Topping the range, the new Marshall Motif ANC is intended to accomplish "the biggest sound in the smallest package." With a shape reminding closely the AirPods Pro in beautiful Marshall black, the Motif ANC earbuds allow users to choose their level of active noise cancellation and control EQ settings from a dedicated app - all about giving user the control. The Motif also differentiates in the fact that it offers 4.5 hours of ANC playtime plus 20 hours on the case, and has an IPX5 rating. In comparison, the new Minor III true wireless earbuds are now the entry level for the brand, offering the basic AirPods form fact in a product focused on the sound, and no fuss. It’s a "grab and go" TWS proposition with up to 25 hours of wireless playtime and an IPX4 rating.
According to the company, the Motif ANC will appeal to the more demanding users with its "the big stage in your pocket" and the convenience of active noise cancellation and transparency for a truly personal listening experience in a design that is made for all-day listening. The compact Motif ANC earbuds feature a 6mm dynamic driver, while the Minor III delivers "Marshall signature sound" from its larger 12mm dynamic drivers. And while the Motif is a sealed-fit design that provides a decent level of passive noise cancellation, even when ANC is turned off, the Minors are loose fit, allowing for extra comfort. The Motif ANC earbuds come with sealed-fit earbuds and three ear-tip sizes.
The Motif ANC have a portable charging case that supports wireless charging and the earbuds are touch-sensitive in order to allow users to interact with music and take calls from the built-in dual microphones. The IPX5 water-resistant earbuds can withstand running water, while the pocket-sized charging case has IPX4 water resistance. Because they don't need to do heavy processing for ANC, the Minor III earbuds can hold 5 hours from a single charge, and allow 25 total hours of wireless playtime. The case can be charged wirelessly or with a USB-C cable. The open-fit design also supports touch-sensitive.
The Motif ANC earbuds retail for 199 USD/EUR, while the Minor III sell for 129 USD/EUR. Both models have a clearly visible white Marshall logo on the case, use strong textures evocative of Marshall amps and feature the letter "M" on each earbud, which will appeal to the fans of the brand - increasingly users who don't even play guitar or know much about Jim Marshall.
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