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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Marshall Major IV headphones offer a high overall sound quality suitable for music but may not be optimal for gaming or TV due to lower scores in those areas. They are more portable, have a much longer battery life, and come with wireless charging capabilities, which the Rode NTH-100 lacks. However, the Rode NTH-100 has better soundstage, which can be important for immersive experiences, and they are over-ear which generally provide better comfort for extended periods but are less portable and have no wireless function. Consider the Marshall Major IV if you prioritize convenience and battery life for music listening, or the Rode NTH-100 for a potentially more comfortable and immersive sound experience, especially if you won't need wireless functionality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Marshall Major IV
- Very good for air travel
Advantages of the Rode NTH-100
- Very good for music
- Good for TV and video
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
6.6
8.2
The Rode NTH-100 is very good for music, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
Gaming
5.4
6.5
The Rode NTH-100 is only fair for gaming, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Phone Calls
5.8
4.8
The Marshall Major IV and Rode NTH-100 are both poor for phone calls, though the Marshall Major IV is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.1
7.6
The Rode NTH-100 is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
TV and Video
5.7
7.7
The Rode NTH-100 is good for TV and video, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Battery
80.0 Hours
N/A
The Marshall Major IV has 80 hours of battery life. The Rode NTH-100 does not have a battery.
Cost
$100
$149
$0
$50
$100
$150
$200
The Marshall Major IV has a price of $100 and the Rode NTH-100 costs $149.
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Key similarities
Noise Reduction
5.6
5.3
The Marshall Major IV and Rode NTH-100 are both poor for noise reduction.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Marshall Major IV and Rode NTH-100 both have very good build quality.
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How the Marshall Major IV and the Rode NTH-100 compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Marshall Major IV | Rode NTH-100 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$100 | $149 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Marshall | Rode | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | March 1, 2022 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired + Wireless | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 6.6/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.8/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.5/10 | 6.6/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 5.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 6.3/10 | 4.2/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 80 Hours | N/A | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | Yes | N/A | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 3 Hours | N/A | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5 | N/A | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | N/A | |
Android App | |||
Android App | No | N/A | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | No | N/A | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 9/10 | N/A | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 165 Grams | 349.2 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | N/A | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"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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Kizito Katawonga | March 2023
"The NTH-100M is a closed-back headset aimed at professional audiophiles—streamers, podcasters and content creators included—looking for masterful audio and a detachable 'broadcast-grade' microphone."
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About Rode
Rode is an Australian audio equipment manufacturer. Rode was founded in 1967 as Freedman Electronics, transitioning into its modern brand in 1990, and it’s mainly known for their high-end microphones and audio production equipment. In 2022 they entered into the headphone market with their NTH-100 closed back headphone which was received with very good reviews from the community.
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