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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) offers superior overall sound quality, comfort, and noise isolation, making them a strong choice for critical listening sessions, especially in studio settings or for audiophiles at home. If your priority is an on-the-go lifestyle, including frequent calls or meetings, and you're looking for good value, the Marshall Major IV might be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
Very good for music
Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the Marshall Major IV
Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
8.6/10
6.6/10
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for music, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
Gaming
6.5/10
5.4/10
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair for gaming, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Phone Calls
3.8/10
5.8/10
The Marshall Major IV and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both poor for phone calls, though the Marshall Major IV is somewhat better.
TV and Video
8.2/10
5.7/10
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for TV and video, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Battery
N/A
80.0 Hours
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) does not have a battery. The Marshall Major IV has 80 hours of battery life.
Cost
$150
$100
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has a price of $150 and the Marshall Major IV costs $100.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Marshall Major IV to be only fair for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
Noise Reduction
6.0/10
5.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) to be only fair for noise reduction, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Build Quality
8.0/10
8.5/10
The Marshall Major IV and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) both have very good build quality.
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How the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and the Marshall Major IV compare to other earbuds and headphones
"Altogether, when you consider its accessible price tag, the performance, the build, and its outstanding comfort, I think that the DT770 Pro is fantastic option for anyone looking for a closed-back headphone in the sub-$1,000 range, and I can confidently give it a strong recommendation."
"The Marshall Major IV shares quite a bit in common with its predecessor, but a key upgrade appears to be softer ear cushions. They make upgrading worth it. As a set of basic wired or wireless headphones the Major IV ticks most boxes by remaining easy to use, and fairly comfortable (at least, as on-ear headphones go)."
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About Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic is a German, family-owned, century-old, audio system manufacturer. They produce a wide array of professional-quality products such as microphones, aviation headsets, conference systems and headphones. The company has served as the main provider of audio equipment for German entertainment events like tours by the Beatles and Elton John and even government entities like the German Parliament.
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