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MarshallMusic headset
Milton A.N.C.
Released May 2026.9Press articlesoundguys.com/marshall-milton-a-n-c-headphones-launch-with-adaptive-anc-and-ldac-157560Read 15 October 2026On sale on marshall.com from 19 May 2026, at select retailers from 27 May 2026 (TechRadar and Tom's Guide agree). Last checked 15 October 2026.
- Form factor
- On-ear
- Audio connections
- Bluetooth, USB, Analog
- Active noise cancelling
- Yes
- Battery life (claimed, max)
- 80h
85 of 161 fields known.
At a glance
Quick charge
Higher than 93% of other headsets and headphones.
Weight
A reviewer measured 202 g.14Reviewheadphonecheck.comRead 15 October 2026The review gives a measured 202 g and lists Weight without cable 202 g. The maker states 200 g.
Lower than 89% of other headsets and headphones. Lower is better.
General
- Series
- Not available
- Model numbers
- 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.
- Announced
- 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 pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026The page has an Add to Bag button.
- Predecessor
- Not available
- Successor
- Not available
- Launch price (US)
- $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.
- Markets
- Not available
Design
- Form factor
- On-ear1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Headphone Type: On-ear.
- Ear cup enclosure
- Closed6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: headphone style Closed back.
- Wearing style
- Headband6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Cushioned headband with adjustable height.
- Folding
- 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 cups
- Not available
- RGB lighting
- Not available
- Lighting zones
- Not available
Drivers and sound
- Driver type
- Dynamic1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Audio specification: Driver Type Dynamic.
- Driver size
- 32mm1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Audio specification: Drivers 32 mm.
- Drivers per side
- 18Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Each earcup houses a 32mm dynamic driver.
- Diaphragm material
- Not available
- Magnet
- Not available
- Frequency response (wired or passive)
- 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 band
- Not available
- Impedance (passive when specified)
- 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)
- 99.3dB1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Driver Sensitivity 99.3 dB SPL (1mW @ 1kHz).
- Sensitivity reference
- Per 1 mW1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Reference printed as 1 mW at 1 kHz.
- THD (claimed)
- Not available
- Max input power
- Not available
- Max digital audio sample rate
- Not available
- Max digital audio bit depth
- Not available
- DAC
- Not available
- Personalised sound
- Not available
- Onboard EQ
- Not available
- Custom EQ bands
- 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
- 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
- Not available
Spatial audio
- Spatial audio support
- 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 included
- Not available
- Head tracking
- Not available
Noise cancelling
- Active noise cancelling
- Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Active Noise Cancellation: Yes. Adaptive ANC.
- ANC type
- Not available
- ANC microphones
- Not available
- Adaptive ANC
- Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Adaptive ANC reacts to the environment in real time.
- ANC attenuation (claimed)
- Not available
- Transparency mode
- Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Adaptive ANC and Transparency mode. The M-button toggles them.
- Adjustable transparency
- Not available
- Conversation detection
- Not available
- Wind noise reduction
- Not available
Measured
- Frequency response notes
- 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 amount
- Not available
- Treble amount
- Not available
- Deviation from target
- Not available
- Consistency between fittings
- Not available
- Harmonic distortion
- Not available
- Sound leakage
- Not available
- Measured noise isolation
- Not available
- Noise isolation (measured, best)
- Not available
- Passive isolation (measured)
- Not available
- Mic quality notes
- 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 extension
- Not available
- Mic high-frequency extension
- Not available
- Mic speech-to-noise ratio
- Not available
- Measured latency
- Not available
- Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
- Not available
- 2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
- Not available
- Measured battery life
Connection ANC Hours (h) Bluetooth No 81 - Battery life (measured, max)
- 81h
- Clamping force
- Not available
Microphone
- Microphone
- Built-in12Press articlewifihifi.comRead 15 October 2026Six microphones placed for both ANC and calls. No boom microphone.
- Microphone element
- Not available
- Microphone pickup pattern
- Not available
- Total microphones
- 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 response
- Not available
- Mic sensitivity
- Not available
- Mic signal-to-noise
- Not available
- Mic sample rate
- Not available
- Mic noise reduction
- Not available
- Flip to mute
- Not available
- Mute button
- Not available
- Mute indicator
- Not available
- Sidetone
- Not available
- Adjustable sidetone
- Not available
- Foam microphone windscreen
- Not available
Connectivity
- Audio connections
- 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.
- Cable connector on headset
- 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.
- Headset USB plug or port
- 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.
- Passive wired listening
- 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 receiver connector
- Not available
- Wireless range (claimed)
- 10m1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth range 10 m / 30 ft.
- Bluetooth codecs
- SBC, AAC, LC3, LDAC1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Codecs: SBC, AAC (MPEG-2), LC3, LDAC.
- LE Audio
- 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.
- Bluetooth multipoint
- Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth Multipoint Connectivity: Yes. Two devices at once per the manual.
- Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
- Not available
- Fast pairing
- 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
- Not available
Latency
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- Low latency mode
- Not available
- Claimed latency
- Not available
Compatibility
- Compatible platforms
- 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 platform
- Not available
- Official licence
- Not available
Battery and charging
- Battery capacity
- Not available
- Swappable battery
- 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 included
- Not available
- Claimed battery life
Connection ANC Hours (h) Bluetooth Yes 50 Bluetooth No 80 - Battery life (claimed, max)
- 80h
- Battery life with ANC (claimed)
- 50h
- Battery life without ANC (claimed)
- 80h
- Full charge time
- 120min1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Charging time: 2 hours to full recharge.
- Quick charge time
- 15min1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Quick Charging: 15 minutes gives 9.5 hours of playtime.
- Quick charge playback
- 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
- Not available
- Charging dock or stand
- Not available
Controls
- Volume control
- 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 mix
- Not available
- Remappable controls
- 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.
- Voice assistant
- Not available
Comfort and build
- Headband type
- Padded6Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/marshall-milton-anc-reviewRead 15 October 2026Cushioned headband. Expert Reviews describes a thin lining under the headband.
- Headband material
- Faux leather14Reviewheadphonecheck.comRead 15 October 2026The steplessly adjustable headband is made from faux leather.
- Frame material
- Powder-coated metal arms12Press articlewifihifi.comRead 15 October 2026Powder-coated metal arms, from the launch text.
- Ear cup material
- 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
- 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.
- Ear pad attachment
- 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 opening
- Not available
- Ear tips included
- Not available
- Dust and water rating
- Not available
Software
- Companion app
- Marshall Bluetooth1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026Compatible app: Marshall Bluetooth app.
Dimensions and weight
- Headset weight
- 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 dimensions
- Not available
Certifications
- Hi-Res Audio
- 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
- Not available
- FCC ID
- Not available
- Other certifications
- Not available
In the box
- In the box
- 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 included
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.
Links
- Product page
- www.marshall.com/us/en/product/milton-anc1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026
- Spec sheet
- www.marshall.com/us/en/product/milton-anc1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-ancRead 15 October 2026
- Manual
- 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 number
- Not available
Warranty
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Variants
Each variant lists only what differs from the specs above.
| Model number | GTIN | Colours |
|---|---|---|
| 1008039 | 7340055407373 | Black |
| 1009112 | Not available | Brown |
| 1009113 | Not available | Cream |
Sources
We read 15 sources for this headset. The numbers match the markers in the sheet.
- Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/milton-anc
- Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/support/headphones/support-for-milton-anc
- Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/policies/warranty
- Press articlewifihifi.com
- Reviewheadphonecheck.com
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