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JBL Live 660NC vs Marshall Major V

Compare sound, battery life, fit, controls and connections.

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JBL Live 660NC

JBL Live 660NC

  • Over-ear design surrounds your ears.
  • 265 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • Up to 50 hours.
KSh 16,000In Stock
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Marshall Major V

Marshall Major V

  • On-ear design rests on your ears.
  • 186 g.
  • Uses USB-C for charging.
  • Can stay connected to two devices.
  • No noise cancellation for listening.
KSh 15,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Live 660NC if you want active noise cancellation, faster recharging (2 hours) and Ambient Aware, TalkThru. Choose the Marshall Major V if you want longer battery life (more than 100 hours), wireless charging and Bluetooth 5.3.

Fit

JBL Live 660NC
Over-ear design surrounds your ears
Marshall Major V
On-ear design rests on your ears

Weight

JBL Live 660NC
265 g
Marshall Major V
186 g

Connections

JBL Live 660NC
Bluetooth 5.0 connection
Marshall Major V
Bluetooth 5.3 connection

Battery life

JBL Live 660NC
Up to 50 hours
Marshall Major V
100+ hours

Controls

JBL Live 660NC
Controls on Ear Cups?
Marshall Major V
Control knob and customizable M-button

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Live 660NC

  • Active noise cancellation.
  • Recharges faster: 2 hours (vs 3 hours).
  • Ambient Aware, TalkThru.

Marshall Major V

  • Longer rated battery life: more than 100 hours (vs 50 hours).
  • Wireless charging.
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.3 (vs 5.0).
  • Lighter: 186 g (vs 265 g).
  • Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2021).

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PriorityJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
FitCushioned ear cupsOn-ear cushions
Weight265 g186 g
Battery lifeUp to 50 hours100+ hours
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.3
ChargingYes15 minutes provides 15 hours
SoftwareWorks with the JBL Headphones appWorks with the Marshall Bluetooth app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
BrandJBLMarshall
ModelLive 660NCMajor V
Announced20212024
TypeOver-Ear Wireless HeadphonesOn-Ear Wireless Headphones
ColorBlack White BlueBlack, Cream, Brown, Midnight Blue, Pitch Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
Weight265g186g

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
Battery LifeUp to 50 hours; up to 40 hours with ANC on; up to 50 hours with ANC off100+ hours
Charging Time2 hours from empty3 hours
Fast ChargingYes15 minutes provides 15 hours
Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Wireless ChargingNoYes

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
ConnectionBluetooth and wired AUX audioBluetooth or 3.5mm wired
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint ConnectionYesYes
ConnectorDetachable AUX audio cable3.5mm input/output and USB-C charging
App SupportJBL Headphones appMarshall Bluetooth app
Bluetooth Range—10m

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
Voice AssistantYesDevice voice assistant via control knob
Special FeaturesPersoni-Fi; Ambient Aware; TalkThruFoldable design; battery preservation; Bluetooth LE Audio-ready

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
Drivers40 mm dynamic drivers40mm dynamic drivers
Frequency Response16 Hz – 20 kHz20Hz-20kHz
Impedance32Ω32 ohms
Active Noise CancellationAdaptive Noise CancellingNo
Transparency / Ambient ModeAmbient Aware, TalkThruNo
Spatial AudioNoNo
Microphones2 microphonesBuilt-in microphone and remote
Audio FeaturesJBL Signature SoundMarshall signature sound; customizable EQ
Audio Codecs—SBC, AAC, LC3

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
Case TypeNo charging caseNo charging case
Case Battery Life——
Case Charging——
Case Charging Port——
Case Wireless Charging——
Case Dimensions——
Case Weight——
Case Water & Dust Resistance——
Case Features——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
ControlsControls on Ear Cups?Control knob and customizable M-button
Ear Tips / Ear CushionsCushioned ear cupsOn-ear cushions
Water & Dust Resistance—No rated protection

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Live 660NCMarshall Major V
Headphones / EarbudsLive 660NCMajor V headphones
Charging CaseNo charging caseNo charging case
Charging CableType-C Charging CableUSB-C charging cable
Audio CableDetachable audio cable3.5mm audio cable
Ear Tips / AccessoriesCarrying PouchOn/over-ear design
DocumentationQuick Start Guide/Safety Sheet; Warranty/WarningQuick start guide and safety documentation

Similarities

  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use 40 mm drivers.
  • Neither has spatial audio.

In summary

Choose JBL Live 660NC for noise cancellation and faster recharging; Marshall Major V offers longer rated battery life and wireless charging.

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