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General

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Series

QuietComfort1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) product identity. Ultra, original 2023 QuietComfort and soft-case SC packages are excluded.

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

443644, 895491-01002Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original Bose 2026 guide AM901307-0010 Rev01, regulatory pages 4-8 name model 443644. Commercial 895491-0100 comes from the exact retailer below.6Retailer pagenfm.com/bose-quietcomfort-2nd-gen-headphones-in-black-70869201/70869201.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US Black item 70869201 lists Model 895491-0100. The commercial identifier and regulatory 443644 are separate naming systems. No soft-case SC bundle or Ultra identifier.

1008039, 1009112, 10091131Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026The page data lists Marshall order codes per colour: 1008039 Black, 1009112 Brown, 1009113 Cream. These are order codes, not hardware model numbers. The DoC names the model MILTON A.N.C. only. Variant rows carry the colour of each code.

GTIN / EAN

0178178596846Retailer pagenfm.com/bose-quietcomfort-2nd-gen-headphones-in-black-70869201/70869201.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US Black item 70869201 lists UPC 017817859684. No soft-case SC bundle or Ultra identifier.

734005540737315Spec databasebilliger.de/pricelist/5756610471-marshall-milton-a-n-c-schwarzRead 15 October 2026Product properties for Milton A.N.C. Schwarz (black): EAN 7340055407373, listed since May 2026. A Thai retailer search result shows the same code for the black model. The Brown and Cream codes were not confirmed.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

6 August 20263Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026Dated maker launch announcement August 6 2026. Preorder August 8, shipping August 13.

19 May 20269Press articlesoundguys.com/marshall-milton-a-n-c-headphones-launch-with-adaptive-anc-and-ldac-157560Read 15 October 2026Launch article dated 19 May 2026: available starting today through Marshall's website, retail from 27 May.10Press articlepopsci.com/gear/marshall-milton-anc-on-ear-headphones-hendrix-anniversary-new-product-announcementRead 15 October 2026Published 19 May 2026: available to buy now at marshall.com.

Status

Available1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US Black reference can be purchased at the time of access.

Available1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026The page has an Add to Bag button.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2023)3Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026The release refines the first-generation 2023 QuietComfort Headphones. No Ultra predecessor inferred.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$3593Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026US launch paragraph states 359 USD. Excludes tax and later discounts.

$229.991Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026The page data holds a US price of 229.99. Tom's Guide and the launch coverage list $229 or $229.99 at launch on 19 May 2026.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€19911Press articlethefestivals.uk/marshall-launches-milton-a-n-c-with-80-hour-batteryRead 15 October 2026Launch article: Price GBP 179.99 (also USD 229.99 / EUR 199). The Marshall store with euro prices lists 199 in the same way. Tax treatment is not stated.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US product page and US retailer SKU prove US sale. Page language alone is not used.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Black selected on exact maker page. Reference is US Black 895491-0100. Other colourways are not variants in this reference file.

Black, Brown, Cream1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Colorways: Black, Brown, Cream. TechRadar and Tom's Guide say only Black was on sale at launch.

Segment

Music1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker Headphones category, everyday music listening product. USB videoconferencing support does not establish a dedicated office edition.

Music1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Maker text: wireless headphones with adaptive active noise cancellation for music. Stored as music.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications explicitly Around Ear Circumaural.

On-ear1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Headphone Type: On-ear.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed10Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1993087-REG/bose_895491_0100_quietcomfort_headphones_2nd_gen.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US Black 895491-0100 Specs, Open/Closed-Back: Closed-Back. No fold geometry substitution.

Closed6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: headphone style Closed back.

Wearing style

Headband1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications Headband: On Head Adjustable.

Headband6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Cushioned headband with adjustable height.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat and inward2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Care and Maintenance pages 37-38: rotate both cups flat, retract into the headband, fold the left cup inward toward the headband and place in the case.

Inward1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Foldable design: Yes. Tom's Guide says the ear cups fold inwards and Loud and Wireless says they cannot fold flat.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026The ear cups fold inwards and the headphones come with a cloth case.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Care and Maintenance page 37: rotate earcups inward until flat. B&H lists swivel No, which conflicts and is excluded.

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RGB lighting

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic10Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1993087-REG/bose_895491_0100_quietcomfort_headphones_2nd_gen.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU Specs, Driver Type: Dynamic. Diameter omitted due to a credible 30 mm and 40 mm source conflict.

Dynamic1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Audio specification: Driver Type Dynamic.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

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32mm1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Audio specification: Drivers 32 mm.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

110Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1993087-REG/bose_895491_0100_quietcomfort_headphones_2nd_gen.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU Specs Number of Drivers: 1 per Earpiece. Microphones not counted as audio transducers.

18Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Each earcup houses a 32mm dynamic driver.

Diaphragm material

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Magnet

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

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Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Frequency range: 20-20,000 Hz (SBC, AAC, LC3) and 20-40,000 Hz (LDAC at 96 kHz). The 20 to 20,000 Hz range is stored. The LDAC range is not stored because it depends on the codec and sample rate and no wired range is published. Power state and test standard are not stated.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

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32Ω1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Driver Impedance 32 ohm. The power state is not stated.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

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99.3dB1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Driver Sensitivity 99.3 dB SPL (1mW @ 1kHz).

Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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Per 1 mW1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Reference printed as 1 mW at 1 kHz.

THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

48kHz5Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Wired listening FAQ: lossless USB input up to 24-bit/48 kHz. No Bluetooth codec maximum imported.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

24bits5Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Wired listening FAQ: USB input 24-bit/48 kHz.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

33Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026Controls Connectivity Convenience section explicitly adjustable three-band EQ in Bose app.

57Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Features: a five-band equalizer alongside a handful of presets.8Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026A rudimentary five-band graphic equaliser.

EQ presets

Bass Boost, Treble Boost7Reviewsoundguys.com/i-tested-the-bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen-and-theyre-a-legit-upgrade-161251Read 8 October 2026Sound section separately measures named Bass Boost and Treble Boost presets. No unnamed presets inferred.

Marshall, Bass Boost, Mid Boost, Treble Boost, Mid Reduction8Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Four preset EQs in addition to the default Marshall one: Bass Boost, Mid Boost, Treble Boost and Mid Reduction. Two custom slots.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

Bose Immersive Audio, Cinema Mode3Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026Immersive Listening section names Bose TrueSpatial and Bose Immersive Audio Still, Motion and Cinema listening modes. Works with any audio source, not licensed Dolby Atmos decoding.

Soundstage1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Soundstage spatial audio, Marshall's own stereo spatialization. Room size and amount are adjustable in the app according to Tom's Guide and Expert Reviews.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

Yes3Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026Still keeps virtual audio fixed in the room as the head moves. Motion follows head movement. Maker spatial head-movement behavior.

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications says active adjustable noise cancellation. ANC can be disabled in the app.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Active Noise Cancellation: Yes. Adaptive ANC.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

Hybrid1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Acoustic Noise Cancelling FAQ explicitly identifies microphones inside and outside the earcups. Hybrid architecture, not inferred solely from adaptive controls.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

63Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026Noise section explicitly describes six-microphone system compensating for earcup seal gaps and maintaining active cancellation. Six is the complete system across headphones, not per cup. Separate call-microphone role count remains unproved.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

Yes3Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026Noise section identifies adaptive feedforward controls compensating gaps from glasses, hair and hats. ActiveSense increases cancellation for sudden sounds in Aware mode.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Adaptive ANC reacts to the environment in real time.

ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

109Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen-reviewRead 8 October 2026Review ANC section states 10 levels of adjustment. Off, Aware and custom mode counts are excluded.

38Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026The ANC has High, Medium and Low settings plus an Adaptive setting. Stored as 3 adjustable levels.

ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Aware Mode FAQ explicitly identifies transparency using microphone arrays to reproduce environmental sound.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Adaptive ANC and Transparency mode. The M-button toggles them.

Adjustable transparency

Yes3Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026Custom Modes explicitly let users set individual balance between noise cancelling and acoustic transparency.

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Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Listening Modes Custom row, page 23: supports a wind block noise-control setting. This is selectable processing, not an inferred foam microphone windscreen.

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

The measured response has slightly emphasized bass and mids. The treble has peaks and dips. Disabling ANC makes the response more uneven.7Reviewsoundguys.com/i-tested-the-bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen-and-theyre-a-legit-upgrade-161251Read 8 October 2026Reviewer curves relative to the SoundGuys preference target, default profile and ANC on and off. Firmware and connection or codec are not published. Numerical dB and THD values are not read from graphs.

The reviewer's sweep shows strong bass, a slightly recessed midrange and upper mids and treble that are a little too bright, close to sibilance.13Reviewloudnwireless.com/blog/marshall-milton-anc-review-better-than-expected-but-Read 15 October 2026Frequency sweep in the review: bass is deep, mids slightly recessed, upper mids and highs a bit too bright and close to sibilance. The reviewer's target and test rig are not stated.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Speech was clear in quiet and reverberant rooms. Office noise weakened clarity. Street and wind tests suppressed more of the voice along with background noise.7Reviewsoundguys.com/i-tested-the-bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen-and-theyre-a-legit-upgrade-161251Read 8 October 2026Ideal, office, street, wind and reverberant microphone demos. Firmware, phone, codec and USB or Bluetooth route are unreported. No numeric microphone frequency limits inferred.

A recorded Google Meet call sounded scratchy and not true to life. A call outdoors on a windy day came through without wind buffeting.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Call quality section: voice sounded scratchy and not true to life on a Google Meet call and a recording. Good wind reduction on an outdoor call.

Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

ABose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)

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BMarshall Milton A.N.C.

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	No	81

Source6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Reviewer test: just over 50 hours with ANC on at 50 percent volume, and 81 hours with ANC off. Only the ANC-off figure is stored because the ANC-on result is not a number. Codec, and the volume of the ANC-off run, are not stated.

Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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81h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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202g(7.1 oz)14Reviewheadphonecheck.comRead 15 October 2026The review gives a measured 202 g and lists Weight without cable 202 g. The maker states 200 g.

Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Built-in7Reviewsoundguys.com/i-tested-the-bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen-and-theyre-a-legit-upgrade-161251Read 8 October 2026Call section describes headphone microphones used for calls. The owner guide Device Voice Control section also identifies earcup microphones. No in-line microphone in the supplied analog cable.

Built-in12Press articlewifihifi.comRead 15 October 2026Six microphones placed for both ANC and calls. No boom microphone.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

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Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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47Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Sound quality: four of the total six microphones are used for clear calls.

Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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61Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Microphones: 6. TechRadar says four of the six are used for calls.

Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

16kHz5Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Wired listening FAQ: voice output signal up to 24-bit/16 kHz through USB-C. This is transmitted USB microphone audio, not acoustic microphone bandwidth.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

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Flip to mute

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Mute button

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Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Noise Cancellation While On a Call, page 20: Self voice is activated so the user hears their voice naturally.

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Adjustable sidetone

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 20 directs Self voice adjustment through Bose app Settings. Maker FAQ says self voice is unavailable with ANC disabled.

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Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Analog, USB, Bluetooth2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Bluetooth menu pairing page 26, Aux Audio page 31 and USB Type-C Audio page 32 document these source audio routes. The analog source uses an active USB-C to 3.5 mm cable.

Bluetooth, USB, Analog2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth, USB-C digital audio and analogue 3.5 mm audio through the USB-C lead.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

3.5 mm TRS14Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bose/quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-genRead 8 October 2026Exact review Wired Gaming verdict identifies the included 1/8-inch TRS-to-USB-C cable as audio-only. This is the analog source plug. The headset has USB-C, requires power and disables voice pickup on this route per owner guide page 31.

3.5 mm TRS2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connecting a 3.5 mm audio device: analogue audio device with a 3.5 mm stereo jack through the included USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable.

Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

USB-C2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Aux Audio page 31: both supplied cables attach to USB-C on the right cup. No 3.5 mm headset socket or original 2.5 mm jack.

USB-C2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026The included audio lead connects to the USB-C port on the headphones. There is no 3.5 mm port on the headphones.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

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1.2m14Reviewheadphonecheck.comRead 15 October 2026The USB-C to 3.5 mm cable measures approximately 120 cm with a short coiled section. Technical specifications: Cable length 120 cm. The charging cable is shorter and its length is not stated.

Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Headphone Controls diagram and Wired Connections identify USB-C port on right cup.

USB-C2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Device layout item 4: USB-C charging and audio input.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026USB Type-C Audio page 32 supports playback from a connected USB-C source.

Yes2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connecting a USB-C digital audio device: USB-C to USB-C cable (not included). The USB-C port is a charging and audio input.

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

No2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Aux Audio page 31 requires the headphones to be powered on. Battery-depleted operation requires a powered USB connection, not passive analog playback.

No2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connecting a 3.5 mm audio device step I: make sure the headphones are turned on. Expert Reviews says the headphones do not work passively when wired.8Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026The headphones do not operate passively when wired. You have to switch them on.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None11Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bose/quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-genRead 8 October 2026Wireless Gaming verdict says no low-latency wireless dongle is included. Generic optional Bluetooth transmitters such as AirFly do not establish a dedicated 2.4 GHz headset receiver.

None3Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/support/headphones/support-for-milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Support page: Bluetooth wireless, or wired via USB-C or 3.5 mm. The box contents list no dongle or receiver.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

9m1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Range FAQ: up to 30 ft (9 m). The maker metric claim of 9 m is stored, not a conversion of the rounded 30 ft. Walls, doors and radio interference reduce range.

10m1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth range 10 m / 30 ft.

Bluetooth

5.41Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications explicitly Bluetooth 5.4. Bluetooth Low Energy listing does not establish LE Audio support.

6.01Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Wireless connectivity: Bluetooth 6.0.

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

SBC, AAC7Reviewsoundguys.com/i-tested-the-bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen-and-theyre-a-legit-upgrade-161251Read 8 October 2026Exact 2nd Gen review Connectivity section: SBC and AAC only, no LDAC or aptX. No sibling Ultra codec inherited.

SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Codecs: SBC, AAC (MPEG-2), LC3, LDAC.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

No8Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen-reviewRead 8 October 2026The exact base QCH2 review says no LE Audio and no Auracast. Source tested for 3 weeks. Original Ultra or Ultra 2 later beta firmware excluded.

Yes2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Resetting: remove MILTON A.N.C. and MILTON A.N.C. [LE] from the Bluetooth list. The [LE] entry fits LE Audio. SoundGuys, PopSci and Wifi Hifi state Bluetooth 6.0 with LE Audio.9Press articlesoundguys.com/marshall-milton-a-n-c-headphones-launch-with-adaptive-anc-and-ldac-157560Read 15 October 2026Bluetooth 6.0 with LE Audio support and SBC, AAC, LC3 and LDAC.10Press articlepopsci.com/gear/marshall-milton-anc-on-ear-headphones-hendrix-anniversary-new-product-announcementRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth 6.0 with LE-Audio.

AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

No7Reviewsoundguys.com/i-tested-the-bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen-and-theyre-a-legit-upgrade-161251Read 8 October 2026Connectivity: no Auracast at launch. Later Ultra LE Audio and Auracast firmware is excluded from this base model.

Yes7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Features: Auracast connectivity in the Marshall Bluetooth app. Engadget and BGR also mention Auracast. HeadphoneCheck says it is a beta receiver only (Listen to Broadcast Beta) at the time of testing.

Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026FAQ explicitly maintains connection to two devices simultaneously.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth Multipoint Connectivity: Yes. Two devices at once per the manual.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

21Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026FAQ explicitly two simultaneous Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory is separate.

22Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Pairing a new device: connected to two devices at a time.

Paired devices remembered

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82Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Pairing a new device: connected to two devices at a time and remembers up to 8 previously paired devices.

Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Bluetooth Connections, page 30: Google Fast Pair enables one-tap pairing on Android devices. Bluetooth and Location must be enabled. No Swift Pair inferred.

Google Fast Pair6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Thanks to Google Fast Pair, the Pixel recognised the headphones in pairing mode.

Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Android, iOS12Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Bose App setup page 12 directs to the App Store and Google Play. Bluetooth Fast Pair is explicitly Android. Phone Call and Voice Control sections document microphone operation on a paired mobile source. No specific desktop or console USB compatibility is inferred from generic computer charging instructions.

Android, iOS, macOS6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Tested with a Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and a MacBook Air M2 with multipoint. The Marshall Bluetooth app is on iOS and Android. USB-C audio works with any host that supports it, which is not tested here.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ABose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes

Source12Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Phone Call and Voice Control sections document microphone operation on a paired mobile source over Bluetooth. Bose App setup page 12 directs to the App Store and Google Play. No specific desktop or console USB compatibility is inferred from generic computer charging instructions.

BMarshall Milton A.N.C.

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Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

530mAh10Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1993087-REG/bose_895491_0100_quietcomfort_headphones_2nd_gen.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact SKU Battery section: 530 mAh LiPo battery. Typical or rated basis unstated. Manufacturer manual omits capacity. The exact 2nd Gen John Lewis item independently indexed 530 mAh. Inaccurate retailer cable and wired-support rows are excluded.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Safety section says battery removal is only by a qualified professional. Page 39 directs Bose battery service and compatible Bose-certified batteries. No routine user exchange or disposal procedure is represented as swappable operation.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Exchangeable Battery: Yes. User-replaceable spare parts. TechRadar says the battery sits under a panel on the left ear cup.7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Under the left earcup you can unscrew a panel to replace the battery.

Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

ABose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)

ANC	Spatial audio	Hours (h)
Yes	No	24
Yes	Yes	18

Source4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Battery page 34: 24 h full ANC with Immersive Audio off and 18 h full ANC with Immersive Audio on. Connection and codec are unstated in this claim, so the rows leave them unknown. Maker product footnote gives 75 dB SPL volume. These are not ANC-off figures or the Ultra 30 h.

BMarshall Milton A.N.C.

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	50
Bluetooth	No	80

Source1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Play time: 50 hours with Bluetooth and ANC, 80 hours with Bluetooth only. The headline text says 50+ hours with ANC. The codec, volume and spatial audio setting are not stated. Expert Reviews says Soundstage lowers these figures.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

USB-C2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Battery page 33: charges through the right-earcup USB-C.

USB-C2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Charging the headphones: plug into a USB power source. Charging uses the USB-C port.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

180min2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Battery page 34 says allow up to 3 hours. Faster powered off. Slower during use.

120min1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Charging time: 2 hours to full recharge.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

15min2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Battery page 34: a 15 minute charge of a depleted battery gives up to 2.5 hours with ANC on and Immersive Audio off.

15min1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Quick Charging: 15 minutes gives 9.5 hours of playtime.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

2.5h2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 34 footnote: 75 dB SPL playback, 3-band EQ at zero, Quiet full ANC and Immersive Audio off. Up to 2.5 h. The Immersive Audio on alternative of 2 h is not this field. Maker test conducted April 2025 on production-representative 2nd Gen units.

9.5h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Quick Charging: 15 minutes gives 9.5 hours of playtime. Charger power, codec and ANC conditions are not stated.

Use while charging

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Battery page 33: Bluetooth or USB audio during charging. Page 32 supports battery-depleted operation using external USB power. Analog playback while charging is not asserted.

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Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Headphone Controls pages 13-19 describe the Bluetooth/Power switch, Action, multifunction and volume buttons. No touch controls inferred.

Buttons1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Controls: Control knob and M-button. The knob is a multidirectional push control, stored as buttons.

Volume control

Buttons2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Media Playback and Volume page 16 uses plus and minus buttons.

Buttons1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Volume is set by pushing the control knob up or down (manual). Stored as buttons.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Shortcuts page 19 allows enabling, disabling or changing the Action-button shortcut through the app. Other fixed buttons are not described as remappable.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Customisable M-button with presets for ANC, Transparency mode, soundstage, EQ, Spotify Tap and voice assistant.

Wear detection

No9Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen-reviewRead 8 October 2026Review Specs and Design sections state no wear detection. No RGB or additional microphone sensors inferred from missing wear detection.

No7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Pros and cons: No wear detection. Tom's Guide, Expert Reviews and Engadget say the same.

Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded3Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 8 October 2026Refined Design section explicitly plush soft synthetic-leather headband cushioning.

Padded6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Cushioned headband. Expert Reviews describes a thin lining under the headband.

Headband material

Plastic with protein-leather cushioning1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Product comparison identifies streamlined plastic headband. Protein-leather material and plush headband cushioning are described in exact product specs and launch release. No prior-model steel reinforcement imported.

Faux leather14Reviewheadphonecheck.comRead 15 October 2026The steplessly adjustable headband is made from faux leather.

Frame material

Plastic yoke1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Product comparison, exact second-generation column explicitly plastic yoke. This describes the structural yoke, not a claim that every internal part is plastic.

Powder-coated metal arms12Press articlewifihifi.comRead 15 October 2026Powder-coated metal arms, from the launch text.

Ear cup material

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TPU with a leather-look embossed finish12Press articlewifihifi.comRead 15 October 2026Square-shaped TPU molded ear cups with a textured leather surface. The Japanese Marshall press release (PR Times) says TPU ear caps with a leather-look embossed finish.

Ear pad material

Protein leather1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications Ear Cushion Material explicitly Protein Leather.

Memory foam with faux leather6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Ear cushions are made of memory foam and TPU. BGR says soft faux leather and memory foam and Euronics lists imitation leather. Stored as memory foam with faux leather.

Replaceable ear pads

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications says Removable Cushion. Owner guide pages 40-41 releases and reinstalls all retaining tabs and identifies replacement accessories.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026The page says the ear cushions are larger than on the Major V, and the store sells ear cushions as a spare part. The manual shows how to remove and refit them.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

Clip2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 40-41: release tabs around the earcup rim and snap every tab back into place. Stored as clip, not magnetic or twist-lock.

Twist lock2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Cleaning: remove the ear cushions by turning them anticlockwise and refit by turning clockwise to lock. TechRadar calls it bayonet locking.7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026The earcups use bayonet locking and screw off.

Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Ear cushions, USB-C cables2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pages 40-41 show removable cushions and page 39 lists replacement accessories. Both USB cables are separate replaceable accessories. Battery service is excluded.

Battery, Ear cushions1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026The page says Milton A.N.C. has user-replaceable spare parts. The Marshall store sells Battery and Ear Cushions as separate product variations.

Software

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Companion app

Bose2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Bose App page 12 identifies the app for setup and product control.

Marshall Bluetooth1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Compatible app: Marshall Bluetooth app.

App platforms

Android, iOS2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Bose App setup diagram gives App Store and Google Play. Google Fast Pair is explicitly Android. The Tom's Guide review independently names iOS and Android app support.

Android, iOS6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Marshall Bluetooth app, free on iOS and Android.

User firmware updates

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Care and Maintenance page 39: updates automatically when the Bose app finds firmware. Alternative user update via btu.Bose.com on a computer.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026OTA (over-the-air) software updates: Yes.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

230g(8.1 oz)5Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Technical Specs, Entire Product System: 0.507 lb. Converted using 453.59237 g/lb and rounded to 0.1 g. Published rounded claim, cable condition unstated. SoundGuys 230 g agrees. TechRadar 241 g conflicts. No reviewer measurement is asserted.

200g(7.1 oz)1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Weight 200 g (7.05 oz). Euronics Estonia lists 231 g and MediaMarkt NL lists 0.674 kg, probably with packaging. The maker figure is stored.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless4Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7LqTDh7XJGLQVU2hVArVh6/d91dda4868bd1ffaf838badcf5d057a5/Milton_ANC_-_Legal_and_safety_-_20260204_R1_5_CN.pdfRead 15 October 2026The Milton A.N.C. legal and safety leaflet describes the Hi-Res Audio logo and states that the Hi-Res Audio Wireless logo means playback with a codec certified by the Japan Audio Society. PopSci (from the launch release) calls the driver system Hi-Res Audio certified. The JAS licensee list was not checked.10Press articlepopsci.com/gear/marshall-milton-anc-on-ear-headphones-hendrix-anniversary-new-product-announcementRead 15 October 2026Custom-tuned Hi-Res Audio-certified driver system, 20 Hz to 40 kHz, sources up to 24-bit/96 kHz.

Communication certifications

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FCC ID

A944436442Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Regulatory section gives FCC ID A94443644 for model 443644.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen), Carry case, USB-C to USB-C cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, Safety Sheet5Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Product What is in the box inventory. Technical Specs says Audio Cable Included No, which the inventory and FAQ contradict, so it is excluded.

Milton A.N.C. headphones, USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable, USB-C charging cable, Pouch, User manual and legal and safety information1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Box contents: headphones, 3.5 mm audio cord, user manual and legal and safety information, USB-C charging cable, pouch. The manual calls the audio lead a USB-C to 3.5 mm cable.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ABose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-C	0.9906	1
USB-C to 3.5 mm	Not available	1

Source5Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker inventory lists a C-to-C 39 in cable plus a USB-C-to-3.5 mm cable. Analog length left unknown. The B&H 20 in charging cable claim conflicts and is excluded.

BMarshall Milton A.N.C.

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable	1.2	1
USB-C charging cable	Not available	1

Source8Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Short USB-C-to-USB-C charging cable and a coiled USB-C-to-3.5mm cable. Lengths are not published.14Reviewheadphonecheck.comRead 15 October 2026Delivery scope: USB-C to mini jack cable and USB-C to USB-C charging cable. Only the audio cable length is given.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Hard4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Store the Headphones pages 37-38 depict a protective zipper carrying case. The SoundGuys review calls it a sturdy protective case. The US Black reference includes the hard case, not the SC soft-case package.

Soft8Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026A fabric carrying pouch is supplied. TechRadar calls it a draw-string case.

Links

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Product page

www.bose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.html1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact current maker product page with Black colour selection.

www.marshall.com/us/en/product/milton-anc1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.bose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.html1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker Technical Specifications and product FAQ. No separate technical datasheet was found.

www.marshall.com/us/en/product/milton-anc1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026

Manual

assets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdf2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/1bc02035222c5422/original/901307_OG_QCHII-Headphonearn_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official Bose-hosted 45-page English Owner Guide linked from the current product page. Not the QuietComfort 2 2003 guide or the Ultra guide.

assets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdf2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/l6VO4po2Qf2P6X69Ba81H/f6165e8f72d8f7d023b6a957a0cba223/Marshall_Milton_OLM_R1_2_1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Milton A.N.C. Full Online Manual, release R1.2. English section on pages 3 to 10.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year1Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-2nd-gen/QC2G-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026US product page Bose 1-Year Limited Warranty section. Starts immediately and covers mechanical breakdown and battery failure. Optional BoseCare years excluded.

2years5Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/policies/warrantyRead 15 October 2026United States limited warranty: two years for headphones and speakers bought on marshall.com or from an authorized US dealer. Batteries count as consumable parts.

Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.