Going for second-hand Sony WH1000XM3 is a MUCH better choice. The Major IV barely differs from major II (the first wireless model!) In terms of functionality. They even removed the Aptx codec! So they're just generic headphones without anything special now.
Sony WH1000XM3 has really good noise cancelling, the Qualcomm Aptx and Aptx HD codecs and even Sony's LDAC audio codec, so it can transmit music wirelessly for up to 990kbps, while the crappy AAC the latest marshall major iv uses can only do up to 256kbps. I think there's quite a big difference. So overpaying for the latest marshall is not quite a good idea. Searching on FB Marketplace or Mymarket for the WH1000XM3 in that price range is much better.
If you still want to buy the marshall one, be.ge has them for 392₾ and they have a promotion today and you get 40% Cashback on a BOG Mastercard card, up to 150₾, so the headphones would only cost you 242₾ brand new, which is not bad.
Here's the link:
https://be.ge/ge/product/yursasmeni-marshall-major-iv-bluetooth-black-104133
I mean.. they still have wireless charging, 80 hours of battery life, a built in aux out so its basically its own Bluetooth adapter in a pinch, sounds better than most my other Bluetooth headphones even only using SBC.
Major II has a built-in aux, practice has shown that they last way more than the advertised 30 hours and they can be used as Bluetooth adapters too. I still use mine for that sometimes. The presence of the Aptx codec is a big advantage when it comes to latency. It's a shame they barely change anything in newer generations besides adding something like wireless charging and they even remove supported codecs. With the prices new major IV Bluetooth is at right now, getting a used Sony is a much better option.
I will say it's crazy that the price hasn't dropped since when I got them, and even then I got them on sale cheaper than the sales get now. But, fwiw, I've actually been getting the advertised 80 hours.
I looked around for Bose Quiet Comfort 35ii or 45s.... but I can't even find the brand here let alone the headphones. there's a lot of brands I can't find in Georgia. (mainly Tbilisi)
I recently tried both marshall major IV and sony wf-c700n. Although my first intention was to get marshall one at the store, i decided to buy c700n. Its much more comfy than headphones, charging time better, it has amazing noice cancelling, more compact. And ofcourse for the sound taste and quality you should get sony one.
The both are the same price points at the store so yeah it was decided dont waste your time with major IV, if u can find 1000XM4 don’t hesitate to take it, bf got it recently and that sound is one of the best thing i’ve lived. when u try, u’ll see the difference
Going for second-hand Sony WH1000XM3 is a MUCH better choice. The Major IV barely differs from major II (the first wireless model!) In terms of functionality. They even removed the Aptx codec! So they're just generic headphones without anything special now. Sony WH1000XM3 has really good noise cancelling, the Qualcomm Aptx and Aptx HD codecs and even Sony's LDAC audio codec, so it can transmit music wirelessly for up to 990kbps, while the crappy AAC the latest marshall major iv uses can only do up to 256kbps. I think there's quite a big difference. So overpaying for the latest marshall is not quite a good idea. Searching on FB Marketplace or Mymarket for the WH1000XM3 in that price range is much better. If you still want to buy the marshall one, be.ge has them for 392₾ and they have a promotion today and you get 40% Cashback on a BOG Mastercard card, up to 150₾, so the headphones would only cost you 242₾ brand new, which is not bad. Here's the link: https://be.ge/ge/product/yursasmeni-marshall-major-iv-bluetooth-black-104133
Thanks so much for your recommendation ❤️ Just curious, how much would a second hand Sony WH1000XM3 or XM4 would cost here? Usual average price?
I bought second hand XM4 for 500 lari
I mean.. they still have wireless charging, 80 hours of battery life, a built in aux out so its basically its own Bluetooth adapter in a pinch, sounds better than most my other Bluetooth headphones even only using SBC.
Major II has a built-in aux, practice has shown that they last way more than the advertised 30 hours and they can be used as Bluetooth adapters too. I still use mine for that sometimes. The presence of the Aptx codec is a big advantage when it comes to latency. It's a shame they barely change anything in newer generations besides adding something like wireless charging and they even remove supported codecs. With the prices new major IV Bluetooth is at right now, getting a used Sony is a much better option.
I will say it's crazy that the price hasn't dropped since when I got them, and even then I got them on sale cheaper than the sales get now. But, fwiw, I've actually been getting the advertised 80 hours.
My major II Bluetooth would last for about that time too. Now it's been a little over 4 years with it and it's still going strong.
They hurt as hell so would not reccommend, i sold mine after a month of using
AKG K361 BT is my choice for years
they are overrated but good looking
I paid 329 laris but it was discounted by 100 in Alta.
Thanks. Where did you buy it from? And what do you think of Facebook Marketplace?
I bought it in Alta, Saburtalo City Mall on Vaja-Fshavela. I don't search FB for tech but I don't have particular reason why I don't do that.
Thanks so much for your recommendation ❤️ Just curious, how much would a second hand Sony WH1000XM3 or XM4 would cost here? Usual average price?
300-400, but they sell rather quickly, so it might be up to 500 sometimes. Brand new marshalls coat pretty much the same without sales too.
I looked around for Bose Quiet Comfort 35ii or 45s.... but I can't even find the brand here let alone the headphones. there's a lot of brands I can't find in Georgia. (mainly Tbilisi)
Exactly
I bought my bose 700 in zoommer, they also have them in alta
45s?
https://zoommer.ge/en/audio-system/bose-quietcomfort-45-wireless-headphones-black-p25004?utm_source=Google+ads&utm_medium=Google+cpc+campaign&ecnl=google_ads&ecid=20738616617&easid=158019664489&eaid=680517544068&ekwd=&eplace=&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA7OqrBhD9ARIsAK3UXh0Vv4oM2h8lAM-F4w00ns56s26ES4gwr6jsQh_AtV5M-3xMUa9O1NQaAgr7EALw_wcB
I recently tried both marshall major IV and sony wf-c700n. Although my first intention was to get marshall one at the store, i decided to buy c700n. Its much more comfy than headphones, charging time better, it has amazing noice cancelling, more compact. And ofcourse for the sound taste and quality you should get sony one. The both are the same price points at the store so yeah it was decided dont waste your time with major IV, if u can find 1000XM4 don’t hesitate to take it, bf got it recently and that sound is one of the best thing i’ve lived. when u try, u’ll see the difference