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Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 vs Marshall Monitor III A.N.C.
Product A: Bowers & Wilkins
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Product B: Marshall
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- 29 different values
- 36 known for one only
- 26 the same
- 61 missing for both
Biggest differences
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- Battery life (claimed, max)A: 30hB: 100hMarshall is 3.3 times higher.
- Quick chargeA: 7hB: 12hMarshall is 5 h higher.
- Driver sizeA: 40mmB: 32mmBowers & Wilkins is 8 mm higher.
Weight
0 to 400 g
Headset weight
A300g
B250g
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General
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Series
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Model numbers
301020-54-00-308, 301020-67-00-308, 301020-66-00-308, 301020-83-00-308, 301020-84-00-3081Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026US store part number 301020-54-00-308 for Anthracite Black. The colour swatches carry 301020-67-00-308 (Canvas White), 301020-66-00-308 (Indigo Blue), 301020-83-00-308 (Frost Blue) and 301020-84-00-308 (Vintage Maroon).
GTIN / EAN
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7340055401777, 73400554114794Retailer pageargos.co.uk/product/3347382/GM-VariantRead 23 October 2026Exact UK Black model 1006861 EAN. Other Argos hardware specs contain errors and are not substituted for maker data.42Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1958585-REG/marshall_1009077_monitor_iii_a_n_c_wireless.html/overviewRead 23 October 2026Exact Cream SKU 1009077 EAN 7340055411479.
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (EU)
Markets
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Colours
Anthracite Black, Canvas White, Indigo Blue, Frost Blue, Vintage Maroon1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Finishes: Canvas White, Anthracite Black, Indigo Blue, Frost Blue, Vintage Maroon. The launch range was Anthracite Black, Canvas White and Indigo Blue. Frost Blue and Vintage Maroon came later.
Segment
Design
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Form factor
Ear cup enclosure
Wearing style
Folding
Swivelling ear cups
Yes7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Fold flat only means the ear cups rotate flat. SoundGuys says the headphones lie flat in the case.8Reviewsoundguys.com/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-review-an-unexpected-anc-heavyweight-142231Read 23 October 2026Headphones lie flat in the case.
RGB lighting
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Lighting zones
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Drivers and sound
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Driver type
Driver size
Drivers per side
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Diaphragm material
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Magnet
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Frequency response (wired or passive)
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Wireless audio transmission band
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Impedance (passive when specified)
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Sensitivity (passive when specified)
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Sensitivity reference
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THD (claimed)
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Max input power
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Max digital audio sample rate
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Max digital audio bit depth
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DAC
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Personalised sound
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Onboard EQ
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Custom EQ bands
EQ presets
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Volume limit
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Spatial audio
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Spatial audio support
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Spatial audio licence included
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Head tracking
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Noise cancelling
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Active noise cancelling
ANC type
Hybrid1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Microphones: 4 mics per earcup (1x FB + 2x FF). FB is a feedback microphone and FF is a feedforward microphone, so the ANC uses both.3Press articletheabsolutesound.com/articles/bowers-wilkins-announces-its-all-new-px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Drive-unit microphones (feedback) and ambient microphones (feedforward) are both used.
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ANC microphones
61Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 20261 feedback and 2 feedforward microphones per earcup, which is 6 for ANC. The page counts 4 per earcup, 8 in total. The press launch says two microphones monitor the drivers and four monitor ambient noise.3Press articletheabsolutesound.com/articles/bowers-wilkins-announces-its-all-new-px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Eight microphones in total: two measure each drive unit's output, four monitor ambient noise and two handle voice clarity. That gives six for ANC.7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Two ambient microphones plus one internal microphone per ear cup, and a pair of voice microphones.
Adaptive ANC
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ANC levels
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ANC attenuation (claimed)
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Transparency mode
Yes2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Section 3.1: Ambient Pass-Through mode lets you hear outside sound without removing the headphones.3Press articletheabsolutesound.com/articles/bowers-wilkins-announces-its-all-new-px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Modes are Off, Pass-Through and On, with a transparency mode in the app.
Adjustable transparency
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Yes11Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/monitor-iii-ancRead 23 October 2026Common question Soundstage sliders are not used here. Exact noise-control support guide and SoundGuys explicitly adjustable transparency.13Reviewsoundguys.com/marshall-monitor-iii-anc-review-a-worthy-alternative-to-sony-and-bose-131654Read 23 October 2026Noise cancelling section explicitly three adjustable transparency levels.
Conversation detection
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Wind noise reduction
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Yes11Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/monitor-iii-ancRead 23 October 2026Maker corporate launch explicitly microphones designed to reduce wind noise for ANC and calls. A claim, not a measured attenuation value.12Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2024/09/25/marshall-and-billie-joe-armstrong-join-forces-to-unveil-feature-packed-monitor-iii-a-n-c-headphonesRead 23 October 2026Launch text explicitly reduction of wind noise for ANC and calls.
Measured
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Frequency response notes
Boosted bass sound signature. The bass is very emphasized and the treble slightly underemphasized against the RTINGS target.11Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bowers-wilkins/px7-s3Read 23 October 2026Public header, methodology v2.3, reviewed 2026-01-20: Sound Signature Boosted Bass. Test settings and the full curve are member-only and were not used.
The measured default response has more bass and treble and less midrange than the SoundGuys Preference Curve. ANC off adds some bass.17Reviewsoundguys.com/marshall-monitor-iii-anc-review-a-worthy-alternative-to-sony-and-bose-131654Read 23 October 2026Objective Measurements section. Default profile, nominal level, ANC-on comparison with ANC-off. Firmware and exact codec not published. No chart points converted into numeric dB fields.
Bass amount
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Treble amount
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Deviation from target
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Consistency between fittings
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Harmonic distortion
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Sound leakage
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Measured noise isolation
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Noise isolation (measured, best)
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Passive isolation (measured)
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Mic quality notes
Call quality is on par with competitors. The microphones reject some noise while keeping voice quality, but will not match a dedicated studio microphone.8Reviewsoundguys.com/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-review-an-unexpected-anc-heavyweight-142231Read 23 October 2026Review published 2025-08-13 and updated 2025-11-19. Mic demos in office, street, windy and reverberant settings. The reviewer calls call quality on par with competitors. No microphone measurements are given.
The recorded samples reject background noise well but lose vocal clarity. Loud speech can clip. Wind, street, office and reverberant conditions were tested.17Reviewsoundguys.com/marshall-monitor-iii-anc-review-a-worthy-alternative-to-sony-and-bose-131654Read 23 October 2026Recorded speech samples in simulated office, street, wind and reverberant conditions. Test codec, firmware and capture route are unpublished. The vote count is not a measurement.
Mic low-frequency extension
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Mic high-frequency extension
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio
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Measured latency
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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
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Measured battery life
ABowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
| Connection | ANC | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes | 31.92 |
BMarshall Monitor III A.N.C.
| Connection | ANC | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes | 68 |
| Bluetooth | No | 110.32 |
Battery life (measured, max)
31.92h
110.32h
Clamping force
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Microphone
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Microphone
Microphone element
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Microphone pickup pattern
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Voice microphones
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Mic frequency response
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Mic sensitivity
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Mic signal-to-noise
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Mic sample rate
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Mic noise reduction
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Flip to mute
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Mute button
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Mute indicator
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Sidetone
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Adjustable sidetone
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Foam microphone windscreen
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Connectivity
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Audio connections
Analog source plugs
Cable connector on headset
Longest included cable
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Headset USB plug or port
Audio over USB-C cable
Passive wired listening
No2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Note in 7.1.1: the headphones must have enough charge and be on to play from an analog source.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026No option for wired listening when the battery is dead.
Wireless receiver
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Wireless receiver connector
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Wireless range (claimed)
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
SBC, AAC, aptX Classic, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth codecs: aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, aptX Classic, AAC, SBC. SoundGuys says iOS uses AAC only and Android can use the aptX codecs.
LE Audio
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Auracast
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Bluetooth multipoint
Multipoint devices
Paired devices remembered
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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
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Fast pairing
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Base station
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Latency
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Low latency mode
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Claimed latency
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Compatibility
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Compatible platforms
Connection per platform
ABowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
| Platform | Connection |
|---|---|
| iOS | Bluetooth |
| Android | Bluetooth |
| Windows | Bluetooth |
| macOS | Bluetooth |
| macOS | USB |
BMarshall Monitor III A.N.C.
| Platform | Connection |
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| Android | Bluetooth |
| iOS | Bluetooth |
Official licence
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Battery and charging
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Battery capacity
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Swappable battery
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Claimed battery life
ABowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
| Connection | ANC | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes | 30 |
Source1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 202630 hours playback. The manual says 30 hours is with noise cancellation on at medium volume.2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Intro: up to 30 hours of wireless streaming with noise cancellation on at medium volume levels. Bluetooth codec is not stated.
BMarshall Monitor III A.N.C.
| Connection | ANC | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes | 70 |
| Bluetooth | No | 100 |
Battery life (claimed, max)
30h
100h
Battery life with ANC (claimed)
30h
70h
Battery life without ANC (claimed)
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100h
Charging port
Full charge time
Quick charge time
Quick charge playback
Use while charging
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Charging dock or stand
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Controls
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Controls
Volume control
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Game and chat mix
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Remappable controls
Wear detection
Voice assistant
Comfort and build
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Headband type
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Headband material
Fabric outer, memory foam padding under synthetic leather4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/headphones/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Fabric around the outside of the headband and earcups, with pleather over memory foam at the contact points.
Frame material
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Ear cup material
Ear pad material
Memory foam with synthetic leather4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/headphones/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Pleather over memory foam contact points.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Memory foam earcups with soft synthetic alternatives, no leather.
Replaceable ear pads
Yes4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/headphones/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026The inner section of the headband and the earpads can be removed and replaced by a trained service engineer, not by the user.8Reviewsoundguys.com/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-review-an-unexpected-anc-heavyweight-142231Read 23 October 2026Earpads and headband padding are replaceable.
Ear pad attachment
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Ear pad opening
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Ear tips included
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Dust and water rating
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User-replaceable parts
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Software
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Companion app
App platforms
User firmware updates
Yes30Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/support/headphones/learn/app-marshall-bluetoothRead 23 October 2026Exact-model support page explicitly app firmware updates.31Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/support/headphones/support-for-monitor-iii-ancRead 23 October 2026Update the firmware section explicitly app updates for Monitor III A.N.C.
Dimensions and weight
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Headset weight
Headset dimensions
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Certifications
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Hi-Res Audio
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Communication certifications
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FCC ID
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Other certifications
Apple MFi (Made for iPhone)2Owner's manualwerner-musica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Px7S3_Manual_.pdfRead 23 October 2026Data sheet technical features: Apple MFi Made For iPhone.
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In the box
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In the box
Px7 S3 wireless over-ear headphones, Carry case, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable, Documentation1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026In box accessories: 1.2m USB-C to 3.5mm stereo jack audio cable, 1.2m USB-C to USB-C cable, carry case. The manual also lists the documentation.
Monitor III A.N.C. Headphones, USB-C charging cable, USB-C to 3.5mm audio cord, Quick start guide, Legal and Safety Information, Carrying case34Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/monitor-iii-ancRead 23 October 2026
Cables included
ABowers & Wilkins Px7 S3
| Type | Length (m) | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-C to USB-C cable | 1.2 | 1 |
| USB-C to 3.5 mm stereo jack audio cable | 1.2 | 1 |
BMarshall Monitor III A.N.C.
| Type | Length (m) | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-C to USB-C charging cable | 0.21 | 1 |
| USB-C to 3.5 mm stereo audio cable | Not available | 1 |
Source34Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/monitor-iii-ancRead 23 October 2026Maker box list confirms both cables. Manual page 4 confirms USB-C-to-USB-C charging lead. HeadphoneCheck states 21 cm charging lead. Audio length is omitted because HeadphoneCheck says 120 cm and SoundGuys says 122 cm while maker is silent.35Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/marshall-monitor-iii-a-n-cRead 23 October 2026Scope of delivery explicitly charging cable 21 cm and analog cable 120 cm. Only uncontested charging length retained. SoundGuys metadata says 122 cm for analog cable.
Carrying case
Hard1Maker product pagebowerswilkins.com/en-us/product/over-ear-headphones/px7-s3/301020.htmlRead 23 October 2026Carry case is in the box. Tom's Guide calls it a hard case. Expert Reviews calls it semi-hard.6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bowers-and-wilkins-px7-s3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Verdict lists the best hard case yet. The case has a magnetically closing section for the cables.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
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Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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