Marshall Mode Ii Headset Black

Marshall Mode II True Wireless Earbuds (Black)

The Marshall Mode II is a true wireless in-ear headphone finished in Black, and it was Marshall’s first entry into the true wireless category. It carries the brand’s amplifier-inspired styling in a compact form: matte black earbuds with the Marshall script logo, and a pocketable charging case with a textured, leather-like finish. Inside each earbud is a custom-tuned 6 mm dynamic driver. With touch controls, a Transparency mode, water resistance for workouts and up to 25 hours of total playtime from the case, the Mode II is built as an everyday carry headphone with a distinctly rock-and-roll character.

Key features

• Custom-tuned 6 mm dynamic drivers with 20 Hz to 20 kHz response
• Up to 5 hours playback per charge, up to 25 hours total with the case
• IPX5 water resistance in the earbuds, IPX4 in the charging case
• Bluetooth 5.1 with 10 m wireless range
• Touch controls for playback, calls, Transparency mode and voice assistant
• Charging case supports USB-C and wireless charging
• Four ear tip sizes in the box: S, M, L and XL

Sound

Each earbud uses a 6 mm dynamic driver with a specified frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, driver sensitivity of 100.5 dB SPL at 179 mV and 1 kHz, and 16 ohm impedance. Marshall describes the tuning as engineered for a thunderous sound, with the low-end weight the brand is known for from its amplifiers and speakers. The sealed in-ear fit provides passive isolation that helps bass register and keeps outside noise down. Equaliser settings can be adjusted in the Marshall Bluetooth app, so the balance can be trimmed towards a flatter or more bass-forward presentation to suit the recording and personal preference.

Design, fit and durability

Each earbud weighs 4.75 g and the charging case weighs 35 g, so the set is easy to carry in a pocket. Four sizes of ear tips are supplied, which matters both for comfort and for sound: a secure seal is what allows the small drivers to deliver their full low-frequency output. The earbuds are rated IPX5, meaning they resist water jets and heavy sweat, while the case carries an IPX4 splash rating. That combination suits gym sessions, runs and commuting in poor weather, though the earbuds are not designed for swimming or submersion. LED indicators on the case show its battery level and charging status.

Controls and connectivity

Touch surfaces on the earbuds handle everyday control. The right earbud manages playback functions, the left earbud accesses Transparency mode, equaliser settings and the native voice assistant, and either earbud can be used to answer or end a phone call. Dual microphones support call handling and voice assistant use. Bluetooth 5.1 provides the wireless connection with a range of about 10 metres, and the Marshall Bluetooth app adds equaliser adjustment and settings management on a connected phone. Transparency mode passes surrounding sound through so you can hear traffic, announcements or a conversation without removing the earbuds.

Battery and charging

The earbuds play for up to 5 hours on a single charge. The charging case holds four additional full charges, taking total playtime to up to 25 hours, and recharging the earbuds in the case takes about 2 hours. The case itself charges over USB-C and also supports wireless charging on a compatible pad, which is convenient on a desk or bedside table. For listeners whose day is a series of shorter listening sessions rather than one long one, the case-based top-ups keep the earbuds ready between uses.

The Mode II in Black pairs Marshall’s recognisable design language with a bass-forward 6 mm driver, workout-ready water resistance and a compact wireless-charging case, making it a characterful option for daily listening on the move.