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JBL Live 680NC vs Marshall Major V

Product A: JBL

Live 680NC

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Product B: Marshall

Major V

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  • 34 different values
  • 34 known for one only
  • 25 the same
  • 59 missing for both

Biggest differences

Each bar uses the scale of all 149 headsets and headphones.

  1. Quick chargeA: 4hB: 15hMarshall is 3.8 times higher.
  2. Battery life (claimed, max)A: 80hB: 100hMarshall is 20 h higher.

Weight

0 to 400 g

Headset weight
A231.16g
B186g

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Every value links to where we found it.

AJBL Live 680NC
BMarshall Major V

General

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Series
Live1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026
Major1Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2024/04/16/marshall-unveils-major-v-and-minor-ivRead 23 October 2026Maker calls this fifth incarnation of Major.
Model numbers
LIVE 680NC, JBLLIVE680NCBLKAM, JBLLIVE680NCBLUAM, JBLLIVE680NCGRNAM, JBLLIVE680NCCPGAM, JBLLIVE680NCWHTAM2Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE680NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026Five exact US color-selector SKU codes read in browser. QSG page 14 exact regulatory model LIVE 680NC. Sand selector uses CPGAM.
10068323Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Selected Black product structured data SKU 1006832.
GTIN / EAN
12001300331863Retailer pageargos.co.uk/product/8112615Read 23 October 2026Exact UK Black product EAN. It is not assigned to the US Black SKU without evidence.
734005540110413Retailer pageabt.com/Marshall-Major-V-On-Ear-Headphones-in-Black-1006832/p/218127.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact Black model 1006832, UPC/EAN printed 7340055401104.
Announced
12 March 20261Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026
16 April 20241Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2024/04/16/marshall-unveils-major-v-and-minor-ivRead 23 October 2026
Status
Available1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026US shipping March 15, 2026. Current maker page in stock.
Available3Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Predecessor
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Successor
Not available
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Launch price (US)
$159.951Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026US launch release dated March 12, 2026. USD MSRP before local sales tax. US orders March 12 and shipping March 15.
$1491Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2024/04/16/marshall-unveils-major-v-and-minor-ivRead 23 October 2026Launch announcement explicitly states Major V 149 USD. Excludes US tax.
Launch price (EU)
Not available
€1492Press articlenotebookcheck.com/Marshall-legt-mit-On-Ear-Kopfhoerern-Major-V-und-True-Wireless-Ohrhoerern-Minor-IV-zwei-Klassiker-neu-auf.822802.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026April 16 2024 German launch coverage explicitly gives EUR 149 MSRP. VAT included as published.
Markets
US, GB1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026US launch and UK Argos sold Black GTIN. Not a global market list.37Retailer pageargos.co.uk/product/8112615Read 23 October 2026UK retail listing.
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Colours
Black, Blue, Green, Sand, White, Purple, Orange2Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE680NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026Current maker page and spec sheet show seven colors. Current US calls CPG Sand while launch calls it Champagne. No color-specific hardware differences published.
Black, Cream, Brown, Midnight Blue, Pitch Black3Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Current maker colorway table. Standard colors only. Limited Hendrix edition excluded.
Segment
Music1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026Maker describes music and podcast listening.
Music1Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2024/04/16/marshall-unveils-major-v-and-minor-ivRead 23 October 2026

Design

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Form factor
On-ear4Press releaseprtimes.jp/aRead 23 October 2026
On-ear4Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Ear cup enclosure
Closed5Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/jbl/live-680ncRead 23 October 2026Public audio reproduction paragraph explicitly closed-back on-ear design.
Closed5Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813616-REG/marshall_1006832_major_v_on_ear_wireless.htmlRead 23 October 2026
Wearing style
Headband4Press releaseprtimes.jp/aRead 23 October 2026
Headband5Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813616-REG/marshall_1006832_major_v_on_ear_wireless.htmlRead 23 October 2026
Folding
Flat and inward4Press releaseprtimes.jp/aRead 23 October 2026Page 1 explicitly flat and inward folding mechanism. Page 2 says the 680NC follows the base design in compact on-ear form. Exact 680NC maker spec sheet separately confirms fold-flat.
Inward15Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Maker explicitly says foldable. Product photograph shows cups folded inward toward the headband. No flat swivel mode claimed.
Swivelling ear cups
Yes4Press releaseprtimes.jp/aRead 23 October 2026Page 1 explicitly flat rotation and inward folding. Not inferred from cup tilt.
Not available
RGB lighting
Not available
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Lighting zones
Not available
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Drivers and sound

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Driver type
Dynamic6Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
Dynamic4Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Driver size
40mm6Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
40mm4Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Drivers per side
18Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/the-jbl-live-680nc-may-sound-good-but-the-battery-life-and-plethora-of-top-features-are-the-star-of-the-showRead 23 October 2026Sound section explicitly one driver per side.
15Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813616-REG/marshall_1006832_major_v_on_ear_wireless.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specifications Number of Drivers 1 per Earpiece.
Diaphragm material
compound diaphragm9Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026Live 680NC column explicitly 40 mm dynamic driver with compound diaphragm. Composition unspecified.
Not available
Magnet
Not available
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Frequency response (wired or passive)
Min10 HzMax40 kHz6Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 single acoustic range. Not a wireless transmission band.
Min20 HzMax20 kHz4Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Maker single acoustic range, no connection or power state distinguished.
Wireless audio transmission band
Not available
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Impedance (passive when specified)
32Ω6Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 unqualified 32 ohm claim. No passive value or test frequency stated. Wired playback requires power.
32Ω4Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Power state not distinguished by maker.
Sensitivity (passive when specified)
98dB6Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 98 dB SPL at 1 kHz. Current maker web table supplies the per-mW reference.
106dB4Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026106 dB SPL at 100 mV, 1 kHz. Reference is 0.1 V, not 1 mW or 1 V. Schema reference enum has no matching option. No normalization applied.
Sensitivity reference
Per 1 mW7Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE680NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026Audio specification labels the 98 dB figure Driver sensitivity at 1 kHz/1 mW.
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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
Not available
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DAC
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Personalised sound
Yes6Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 Personi-Fi 3.0 personal hearing profile.
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Onboard EQ
Not available
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Custom EQ bands
1010Reviewenkelteknik.se/test-jbl-live-680ncRead 23 October 2026Exact 680NC review sound section explicitly 10-band EQ and provides app screenshot.
58Measurementsoundguys.com/marshall-major-v-review-116141Read 23 October 2026Customizable 5-band playback EQ. Storage persistence across hosts not established.
EQ presets
Studio8Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/the-jbl-live-680nc-may-sound-good-but-the-battery-life-and-plethora-of-top-features-are-the-star-of-the-showRead 23 October 2026Reviewer explicitly names the Studio preset. Other exact names were not published in this review and are not copied from 780NC.
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Volume limit
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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio support
JBL Spatial Sound 3.011Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026Exact 680NC column in launch table names JBL Spatial Sound 3.0. Head tracking is not established.
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Spatial audio licence included
Not available
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Head tracking
Not available
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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling
Yes12Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
No4Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
ANC type
Hybrid13Retailer pageyodobashi.com/product/100000001009762300Read 23 October 2026Exact JBLLIVE680NCCPG page headline explicitly hybrid noise cancelling. Maker US docs do not state topology. No contradiction found.
Not available
ANC microphones
412Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 four-mic Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0. Page 2 four microphones calibrate ANC. Voice array is separately specified as two. Physical total is not obtained by adding overlapping roles.
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Adaptive ANC
Yes12Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 real-time calibration to surroundings.
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ANC levels
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ANC attenuation (claimed)
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Transparency mode
Yes12Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Ambient Aware and TalkThru also named in QSG page 5 and 7.
No14Measurementlesnumeriques.com/casque-nomade/marshall-major-v-p74842/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Technical table explicitly says environmental listening No.
Adjustable transparency
Yes12Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 app adjusts how much surrounding sound is admitted.
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Conversation detection
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Wind noise reduction
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Measured

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Frequency response notes
The measured response has boosted bass and a flat midrange. Low-bass delivery varies with fit and seal.14Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/jbl/live-680ncRead 23 October 2026Public Audio Reproduction Accuracy and Consistency paragraphs. Methodology v2.3. Tested Champagne unit. Firmware, codec, EQ and rig details are locked and not used.
Stock response has elevated bass and a broad treble rise. Midrange dips below the reviewer target.8Measurementsoundguys.com/marshall-major-v-review-116141Read 23 October 2026Objective measurements against SoundGuys preference curve, stock tuning. Firmware 6.4.5. Numeric bass/treble average is not calculated from chart.
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
Speech is intelligible but sounds unnatural and distorted. Noise filtering can add static and reduce speech clarity.14Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/jbl/live-680ncRead 23 October 2026Public microphone verdict. Methodology v2.3. Quiet and sustained-background-noise findings. Exact firmware, codec and test rig are locked.
Speech is clear in ideal conditions. The review includes office, street and wind microphone samples.8Measurementsoundguys.com/marshall-major-v-review-116141Read 23 October 2026Review microphone demos over wireless connection, firmware 6.4.5. No numerical microphone metrics published.
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
AJBL Live 680NC
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BMarshall Major V
ConnectionLatency (ms)
Bluetooth175
Source14Measurementlesnumeriques.com/casque-nomade/marshall-major-v-p74842/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Review connectivity section measured Bluetooth latency 175 ms. App 5.3.40. Codec, host OS and test rig are not stated. No platform or codec guessed.
Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
Not available
175ms
2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
Not available
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Measured battery life
AJBL Live 680NC
ConnectionHours (h)
Bluetooth65
Source14Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/jbl/live-680ncRead 23 October 2026Public Travel verdict and on-ear buying guide report 65 h continuous playback. ANC state, codec, volume, spatial mode, firmware and detailed method settings are not public and remain unspecified. Not comparable as a standardized ANC-on result to the maker 50 h claim.
BMarshall Major V
ConnectionANCHours (h)
BluetoothNo92.87
Source8Measurementsoundguys.com/marshall-major-v-review-116141Read 23 October 202692 hours 52 minutes in SoundGuys continuous playback test, converted to hours. Bluetooth, firmware 6.4.5, app 3.2.7. Exact codec, volume and EQ not stated in this review. ANC absent.
Battery life (measured, max)
65h
92.87h
Clamping force
Not available
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Weight (measured)
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Microphone

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Microphone
Built-in15Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
Built-in5Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813616-REG/marshall_1006832_major_v_on_ear_wireless.htmlRead 23 October 2026
Microphone element
Not available
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Microphone pickup pattern
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Voice microphones
215Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 explicitly dual beamforming call microphones. Four ANC mics are a separate overlapping role count.
15Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813616-REG/marshall_1006832_major_v_on_ear_wireless.htmlRead 23 October 2026Black exact model specifications: Number of Voice Mics 1. Total physical microphone count not inferred.
Total microphones
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Mic frequency response
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Mic sensitivity
-38dB15Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 -38 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz.
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Mic signal-to-noise
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Mic sample rate
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Mic noise reduction
AI15Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 Perfect Calls 2.0 with AI-trained algorithm.
None5Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813616-REG/marshall_1006832_major_v_on_ear_wireless.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specifications says noise cancelling microphone No.
Flip to mute
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Mute button
Yes16Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 5 controls diagram right touch panel long press toggles call microphone mute. No separate mechanical mute key.
Not available
Mute indicator
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Sidetone
Yes16Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 8 VoiceAware diagram.
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Adjustable sidetone
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Foam microphone windscreen
Not available
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Connectivity

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Audio connections
Bluetooth, Analog17Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Included 3.5 mm source to USB-C headset analog cable plus Bluetooth. USB-C-shaped port is not proof of USB digital audio.
Bluetooth, Analog6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Analog source plugs
3.5 mm TRS20Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 7 drawing shows stereo source plug with two insulation rings.
3.5 mm TRS5Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813616-REG/marshall_1006832_major_v_on_ear_wireless.htmlRead 23 October 2026Black exact model specifications: wired source connector 3.5 mm TRS.
Cable connector on headset
USB-C17Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 USB Type-C headset plug on analog audio cable.
3.5 mm6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Longest included cable
1.2m17Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 120 cm converted exactly to 1.2 m. No charging cable is supplied.
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Headset USB plug or port
USB-C17Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
USB-C6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Audio over USB-C cable
No19Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/jbl/live-680ncRead 23 October 2026Public Office and Wired Gaming verdict explicitly no USB audio.
No10Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-nomade/marshall-major-v-p74842/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Connectivity explicitly says USB-C port is usable only for charging.
Passive wired listening
No19Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/jbl/live-680ncRead 23 October 2026Public Wired Gaming verdict explicitly power required. Analog path is audio output only.
Yes8Measurementsoundguys.com/marshall-major-v-review-116141Read 23 October 2026Connectivity explicitly describes passive wired listening.
Wireless receiver
Not available
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Wireless receiver connector
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Wireless range (claimed)
10m21Retailer pageargos.co.uk/product/8112615Read 23 October 2026Exact-model retail technical specification claims 10 m. Indoor/outdoor condition not stated. Not a measured result.
10m6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Maker Bluetooth range 10 m. Environmental conditions unspecified.
Bluetooth
6.017Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
5.36Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Bluetooth codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC318Press releaseprtimes.jp/aRead 23 October 2026Page 3 exact 680NC column lists SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3. Compatible host required for high-resolution and LE codecs.
SBC, MPEG-2 AAC6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Maker table lists SBC, MPEG-2 AAC and LC3. LC3 omitted because feature text still says LE Audio-ready and future Auracast, without exact firmware activation proof.
LE Audio
Yes17Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 explicitly LE Audio.
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Auracast
Yes17Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 broadcasts selected via JBL Headphones app. Compatible source required.
Not available
Bluetooth multipoint
Yes17Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
Yes7Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026
Multipoint devices
217Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 two connected Bluetooth sources. Not pairing memory.
27Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 8: connected to two devices at a time and remembers up to 10 previously paired devices.
Paired devices remembered
Not available
107Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026
Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
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Fast pairing
Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair20Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 4 Android account-linked Fast Pair graphic and explicit Microsoft Swift Pair for Windows 10/11. No iOS fast-pair claim.
Not available
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
Windows, Android, iOS22Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 4 Android and Windows pairing. Page 5 Siri supported host-assistant activation establishes iOS use.
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Connection per platform
AJBL Live 680NC
PlatformConnection
WindowsBluetooth
AndroidBluetooth
iOSBluetooth
Source22Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Only documented Bluetooth routes. Per-platform call microphone support not established, so microphone_works omitted.
BMarshall Major V
Not available
Official licence
Not available
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Battery and charging

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Battery capacity
870mAh23Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 one 870 mAh, 3.7 V lithium-ion pack.
Not available
Swappable battery
Not available
No11Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026FAQ restricts battery change to authorized Marshall repair centers for a fee.
Batteries included
121Retailer pageargos.co.uk/product/8112615Read 23 October 2026Batteries required one rechargeable battery, included.
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Claimed battery life
AJBL Live 680NC
ConnectionANCHours (h)
BluetoothNo80
BluetoothYes50
Source23Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 up-to Bluetooth music duration. Volume, codec, spatial processing and firmware unspecified. Call runtime excluded.
BMarshall Major V
ConnectionHours (h)
Bluetooth100
Source6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Maker advertises 100+ hours wireless playback. Stores published 100-hour threshold, not an exact ceiling. Codec, volume and EQ unspecified.
Battery life (claimed, max)
80h
100h
Battery life with ANC (claimed)
50h
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Battery life without ANC (claimed)
80h
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Charging port
USB-C23Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
USB-C6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Full charge time
120min23Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 two hours from empty.
180min6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Maker technical specification says 3 hours to full recharge.
Quick charge time
5min23Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
15min6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Quick charge playback
4h23Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 four hours from five minutes. Other settings unspecified.
15h6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Use while charging
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Charging dock or stand
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Controls

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Controls
Buttons, Touch, Slider24Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 5 left volume rocker, right touch panel and power/pairing slider.
Buttons7Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Pages 4 to 6. M-button plus multidirectional push control knob. Knob pushes up/down and does not turn as a volume dial.
Volume control
Buttons24Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026
Buttons7Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 5 push control knob up/down for volume.
Game and chat mix
Not available
Not available
Remappable controls
Yes25Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 app can customize touch and button functions.
Yes7Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 6 M-button custom action assigned in app.
Wear detection
Yes24Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 6 auto play/pause diagram.
No9Reviewfrandroid.com/marques/marshall/2040612_test-du-marshall-major-v-look-et-confort-irresistibles-pour-ce-casque-au-son-bien-trempeRead 23 October 2026Review explicitly says no wear detection to pause and resume audio.
Voice assistant
Bixby, Siri24Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwa02ce105/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 5 Bixby/Siri/Others. Host assistant activation, not built-in always-listening assistants.
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Comfort and build

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Headband type
Padded26Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/the-jbl-live-680nc-may-sound-good-but-the-battery-life-and-plethora-of-top-features-are-the-star-of-the-showRead 23 October 2026Design section explicitly padded headband.
Padded8Measurementsoundguys.com/marshall-major-v-review-116141Read 23 October 2026Design section says headband wrapped in soft padding from end to end.
Headband material
Silicone27Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 explicitly lightweight silicone headband. Japanese launch calls its covering PU. Current exact spec sheet is preferred, but that material conflict is reported.
Not available
Frame material
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Not available
Ear cup material
Not available
Not available
Ear pad material
Leatherette-covered foam26Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/the-jbl-live-680nc-may-sound-good-but-the-battery-life-and-plethora-of-top-features-are-the-star-of-the-showRead 23 October 2026Design section leatherette-covered foam on cups. No assumption about underlying internal dimensions.
Faux leather8Measurementsoundguys.com/marshall-major-v-review-116141Read 23 October 2026
Replaceable ear pads
Yes28Maker product pagejp.jbl.com/RT-LIVE680NC-EAR-PADS.htmlRead 23 October 2026Current exact-model maker replacement left/right pad set is sold directly. This takes precedence over TechRadar calling the pads non-removable.
Yes7Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026
Ear pad attachment
Not available
Twist lock7Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 7 remove anticlockwise and replace with 45-degree clockwise turn.
Ear pad opening
Width31Height31mm(1.2 × 1.2 in)27Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 both inner dimensions 31 mm. Cushion height 22.85 mm is not usable opening depth and is omitted.
Not available
Ear tips included
Not available
Not available
Dust and water rating
Not available
Not available
User-replaceable parts
Ear pads28Maker product pagejp.jbl.com/RT-LIVE680NC-EAR-PADS.htmlRead 23 October 2026Maker offers the exact Live 680NC replacement ear-pad set to consumers. Attachment method not established.
Ear cushions, 3.5 mm audio cable7Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Software

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Companion app
JBL Headphones29Reviewenkelteknik.se/test-jbl-live-680ncRead 23 October 2026
Marshall Bluetooth6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
App platforms
Android, iOS38Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/us/en/howto/jbl-headphones-app-software-update-release-notes-us/000043762.htmlRead 23 October 2026Version Android 5.34 and iOS 5.34, January 5, 2026 explicitly adds support for Live 680NC and Live 780NC. Current app release 5.37.9 is also listed for both platforms.
Android, iOS5Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1813616-REG/marshall_1006832_major_v_on_ear_wireless.htmlRead 23 October 2026
User firmware updates
Yes30Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/us/en/howto/live-680nc-software-update-release-notes-mtuo7hyo0da-us/000055136.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact-model release notes version 26.33.10 dated September 9, 2026.
Yes7Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/6zeyYlfKH9wC7wboNAZP6F/169da7cf801bc192c0d53d0a89762ce2/Marshall_Major_V_OLM_R1_0__en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 9 Marshall Bluetooth app updates headphone software.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weight
231.16g(8.2 oz)31Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 literal maker 231.16 g. No false precision introduced by converting rounded pounds. Cable inclusion not qualified.
186g(6.6 oz)6Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Unqualified maker headset weight 186 g.
Headset dimensions
Not available
Not available

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless32Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 explicitly wired and wireless Hi-Res Audio. No USB audio sample rate inferred.
Not available
Communication certifications
Not available
Not available
FCC ID
Not available
Not available
Other certifications
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In the box

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In the box
JBL Live 680NC headphones, USB Type-C to analog 3.5mm cable, Carrying pouch, Warranty/Warning, QSG33Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026
Major V headphones, 3.5 mm audio cord, User manual and legal and safety information, USB-C charging cable11Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026
Cables included
AJBL Live 680NC
TypeLength (m)Count
USB Type-C to analog 3.5 mm audio cable1.21
Source33Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 complete box list and 120 cm audio cable. QSG page 2 drawing also shows only that cable. Search extraction incorrectly invents a USB charging cable, which is absent from the rendered PDF and exact maker box list.
BMarshall Major V
TypeCount
3.5 mm stereo analog audio cord1
USB-C charging cable1
Source11Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/major-vRead 23 October 2026Maker complete package list. Cable lengths remain omitted due to contradictory secondary audio-cable lengths and unknown charging-cable length.
Carrying case
Soft33Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwddac0f51/pdfs/JBL_Live_680NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 soft carrying pouch.
None8Measurementsoundguys.com/marshall-major-v-review-116141Read 23 October 2026

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year35Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/howto/jbl-warranty-information-us/000028546.htmlRead 23 October 2026Default US headphone limited warranty. Authorized US purchase and US use. Product warranty card takes precedence. UK retailer guarantee is separate.
1year12Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/support/warrantyRead 23 October 2026US standard manufacturer warranty is 1 year. Additional 2-year direct-store exclusive coverage is not used as the base warranty.

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