# Amp-Themed Over-Ear Headphones Marshall's Monitor II ANC Pair Features Noise Cancellation and More By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-02-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monitor-ii-anc References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2020/02/18/marshall-monitor-ii-anc-headphones-announced-specs-price-avilability/) & [marshallheadphones](https://www.marshallheadphones.com/us/en/monitor-ii-anc.html?source=CJ&cjevent=f93f94c0574811ea8340003e0a24060d#country-dropdown) [Marshall](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshall) launched its first-ever pair of [over-ear headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leo-1) that feature [noise cancelation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overear-headphones2), which are titled the 'Monitor II ANC.' The company priced the pair at $320, and it was designed to resemble the guitar amps that Marshall is famous for producing. Marshal's new Monitor II ANC headphones feature black colors with a gold button that gives the user easy access to controls. The button can be used to play or pause media, or adjust the volume and skip songs. The battery can run for 30 hours with ANC turned on, and additionally 15 hours if it's turned off. Additionally, the pair features a quick charge capability, where five hours of the battery can be charged in 15 minutes. Image Credit: Marshall ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **ANC Over-ear Headphones:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced noise cancellation technology for over-ear headphones to enhance user experience. - **Guitar Amp-inspired Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create headphones with unique and visually appealing designs inspired by iconic musical instruments or equipment. - **Quick Charge Capability:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce fast charging technology in headphones to provide users with convenient and efficient charging options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Audio Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine innovative audio technology with headphones to deliver superior sound quality and immersive audio experiences. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge cutting-edge technology with consumer electronics to offer feature-rich and stylish headphones that cater to user demands. - **Music Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Bridge the gap between music equipment and personal audio devices by creating headphones that capture the essence and style of musical instruments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Neutral Tonal Sleek Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/major-v.md) - [Brand-Honoring ANC Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshall-diamond-jubilee-edition-motif-earbuds.md) - [Dual-Driver ANC Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monoprice-dual-driver-headphones.md) - [Noise-Cancelling Dynamic Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noble.md) - [Noise Canceling Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmf-headphone.md) - [Accessible Over-Ear ANC Earphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jlab-jbuds-lux-anc.md) - [Seamless Audio Adjustment Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cmf-headphone-pro.md) - [Custom ANC Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dyson-ontrac-headphones.md) - [Sleek Modern Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshall-1.md)