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Marshall Major V
2.9 feature score
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Audio-Technica ATH-R70XA Headphones
1.3 feature score
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Sound leakage was mixed, with some reviewers hearing little bleed and others warning of more leakage at higher volumes.
Pros: Battery, Connectivity options
Cons: Active noise cancellation, Transparency mode quality
Sound leakage is a major, repeatedly confirmed trait of the open-back design; people nearby can hear what you are playing.
Pros: Wired connection sound quality, 3.5mm analog input availability
Cons: Travel friendliness, Sound leakage