I had the pleasure of trying outMarleys Exodus wireless over-ear headphones last May.
It also costs $50 bucks more.
That pits the revamped Exodus headphones against some formidable contenders.
I spent the last few weeks putting them through their paces to see how they held up.
Heres what you’re free to expect for $250.
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Its hard to say which of the two Exodus models look better.
I wish Marley had sorted this out on its second attempt.
Features
The Exodus ANC offers plenty of bang for your buck.
This works really well, and its nice to see it included at this price.
Battery life is great too.
Performance
These cans sound practically the same as the original Exodus.
They sound good when playing a variety of music genres, as well as movies and games.
Rock, pop, and hip-hop tracks are all enjoyable enough for casual listening, with good bass reproduction.
The overall delivery is powerful and punchy, rather than nuanced and delicate.
Theres also a bit more sibilance than Id like, particularly when it comes to heavy rock and metal.
Its a tad jarring, and in some instances pushed the high frequencies past their comfort zone.
Should you buy the Exodus ANC?
These updated cans tick all the boxes for casual listeners, and look fantastic while doing it.
There are also several thoughtful features and excellent battery life.
There are other options in this price range from Sony, Sennheiser, and Audio-Technica with similar features.
I havent tried them all, so I cant say exactly how closely they compete on audio performance.
If youre in the market for headphones with a distinctive look, these are a great way to go.
Find the Marley Exodus ANC headphones at $249.99on Amazon US, andon the companys site.
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