Marshall is expanding its audio portfolio with the new Milton A.N.C., wireless on-ear headphones with adaptive noise cancellation, Hi-Res audio and particularly long battery life. The on-ear sibling of the iconic Monitor III ANC (our test) is aimed at users who don’t want to miss out on powerful sound, high wearing comfort and modern features when they’re on the move. With up to 80 hours of runtime without ANC and a robust, foldable design, the Milton A.N.C. is positioned as a compact alternative to classic over-ear headphones.
- Adaptive noise cancellation analyzes the environment in real time and effectively blocks out background noise
- Up to 80 hours of battery life without ANC or over 50 hours with ANC activated
- Bluetooth 6.0 with LE audio and support for SBC, AAC, LC3 and LDAC
- Replaceable battery and repairable design for longer service life
Marshall Milton A.N.C. relies on adaptive ANC and improved comfort
With the Milton A.N.C., Marshall is bringing particularly powerful adaptive ANC into a compact on-ear format for the first time. The noise suppression automatically adapts to the current environment and is designed to significantly reduce external noise even in loud environments. At the same time, the integrated transparency mode allows important ambient noise to continue to be heard.
According to Marshall, the model has been significantly redesigned compared to previous on-ear headphones such as the Major V. Larger ear pads made of soft memory foam not only improve comfort during long sessions, but also increase passive noise isolation. The square ear cups are made of TPU and are combined with textured leather surfaces and powder-coated metal arms. The familiar brass logo adds to the typical Marshall look.
Inside, a newly developed driver system has been specially tuned for more powerful bass and clearer treble. This is complemented by six microphones, which are designed to improve both active noise suppression and voice quality during phone calls. Adaptive volume adjustment is also integrated, which automatically adjusts the sound to the volume and environment so that music remains balanced even at low volumes.
Long battery life, Hi-Res audio and modern Bluetooth technology
The battery life of the Marshall Milton A.N.C. is particularly impressive. According to the manufacturer, more than 50 hours of music playback are possible with adaptive noise canceling activated. Without ANC, the runtime even increases to up to 80 hours. This makes the headphones one of the longer-lasting models in the on-ear segment.
The Milton A.N.C. also supports modern audio standards such as Bluetooth 6.0 with LE audio. In addition to the SBC and AAC codecs, LC3 and LDAC are also supported, making high-resolution audio transmission possible. Marshall has also integrated Soundstage technology for a more immersive sound. The algorithm, which can be activated via the app, adds spatial depth and width to stereo tracks.
Marshall also focuses on sustainability. The headphones have a replaceable battery and are designed to be repairable, which extends the life of the device. The foldable design also makes it easier to transport in everyday life or when traveling.
Conclusion
The Marshall Milton A.N.C. combines modern adaptive ANC, long battery life and hi-res audio in a compact on-ear format. The combination of up to 80 hours of battery life, Bluetooth 6.0 and repairable design in particular sets the model apart from many competing products. The headphones are priced at 199 euros and will be available directly from the Marshall website from May 19, 2026. The sales launch at selected retailers will follow on May 27, 2026.
