Marshall Minor Iii Vs. Jbl Live Pro 2 Review In Detail

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

JBL Live Pro 2 IPX5

Marshall Minor III IPX4

Ingress protection ratings refer to the rank of protection given by a casing, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Marshall Minor III's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

In comparison to the Marshall Minor III, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than Marshall Minor III

Weight

JBL Live Pro 2 9.6g

Marshall Minor III 8g

The Marshall Minor III have a weight of 8g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to transport.

JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g are heavier than the Marshall Minor III with a difference of 1.6g

Has No Wires Or Cables

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Marshall Minor III are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds together.

JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless since it has no cables connecting the pair of earbuds together.

Sweat Resistance

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III have sweat resistance

JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both JBL Live Pro 2 and Marshall Minor III have stereo speakers

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

ANC makes use of more advanced kind of tech to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving zero which results in a reduced level of noise.

JBL Live Pro 2 have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 stay well in place, this creates an acoustic covering that reduces background sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same.

Driver Unit Size

JBL Live Pro 2 11mm

Marshall Minor III 12mm

The Marshall Minor III driver unit is 12mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that makes sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the loudness of the device.

JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which means that they have a smaller driver unit than that of Marshall Minor III by 1mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not indicate that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20Hz

Marshall Minor III 20Hz

The Marshall Minor III's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that both devices produce equal bass

Highest Frequency

JBL Live Pro 2 20,000Hz

Marshall Minor III 20,000Hz

Marshall Minor III's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component generates high human frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal while at it.

JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble

Sound Pressure Level

JBL Live Pro 2 93dB/mW

Marshall Minor III ✗

The sound pressure level, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JBL Live Pro 2's measurement is 93dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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Battery Life

JBL Live Pro 2 10hours

Marshall Minor III 5hours

Marshall Minor III's battery life is 5 hours, these last less than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is more than that of Marshall Minor III by 5 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

JBL Live Pro 2 30hours

Marshall Minor III 25hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and Marshall Minor III's case has a charge of 25 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.

JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, more than that of Marshall Minor III by 5 hours

Charge Time

JBL Live Pro 2 2hours

Marshall Minor III 1.5hours

It requires 1.5 hours to fully charge the Marshall Minor III's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery, more than that of Marshall Minor III by 0.5 hours

Has Wireless Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III, the device supports wireless charging. To charge the earbuds, you just put down on a compatible charging pad.

JBL Live Pro 2 also support wireless charging, always look out for the charging standard of the earbuds.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the device has a low battery. Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

Has Usb Type-C

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.

JBL Live Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current electronics.

Bluetooth Version

JBL Live Pro 2 v5.2

Marshall Minor III v5.2

The Marshall Minor III have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2, equal to that of the Marshall Minor III . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

JBL Live Pro 2 10meters

Marshall Minor III 10meters

Marshall Minor III have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Marshall Minor III

Has Aptx Adaptive

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).

Has Aptx Hd

JBL Live Pro 2 ✗

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III support APTX HD, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It supports high-quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).

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Number Of Microphones

JBL Live Pro 2 6only

Marshall Minor III 2only

Marshall Minor III have 2 microphones.

The JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6, more than that of Marshall Minor III by 4 . More microphones record better sound quality and help the device to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are made to filter out noise from the earbuds' sound.

Mic Sensitivity

JBL Live Pro 2 -38dBV/Pa

Marshall Minor III ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa. The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a measure of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can recognize.

Has Ambient Sound Mode

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds

Has In/On-Ear Detection

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.

JBL Live Pro 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears saving battery life.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✗

If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Live Pro 2 support the find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

The JBL Live Pro 2 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

JBL Live Pro 2 2only

Marshall Minor III ✗

JBL Live Pro 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

The JBL Live Pro 2 also support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the earbuds' microphone, but still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

The Marshall Minor III, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have a control panel on them.

Warranty Period

JBL Live Pro 2 1Years

Marshall Minor III ✗

The JBL Live Pro 2 have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals.

Has Voice Prompts

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.

The JBL Live Pro 2 also have voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.

Travel Bag Is Included

JBL Live Pro 2 ✓

Marshall Minor III ✓

Marshall Minor III come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a cover may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.

JBL Live Pro 2 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	JBL Live Pro 2	Marshall Minor III
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX5	IPX4
	weight	9.6g	8g
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✗
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✗
	driver unit size	11mm	12mm
	lowest frequency	20Hz	20Hz
	highest frequency	20,000Hz	20,000Hz
	sound pressure level	93dB/mW	✗
POWER	battery life	10hours	5hours
	battery life of charging case	30hours	25hours
	charge time	2hours	1.5hours
	has wireless charging	✓	✓
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.2
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aptx adaptive	✓	✗
	has aptx hd	✗	✓
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	6only	2only
	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✗
	mic sensitivity	-38dBV/Pa	✗
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✗
	has in/on-ear detection	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✓	✗
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	warranty period	1Years	✗
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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Marshall Minor Iii Vs. Jbl Live Pro 2 Review In Detail

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Sound Pressure Level

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has Wireless Charging

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aptx Adaptive

Has Aptx Hd

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Mic Sensitivity

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has In/On-Ear Detection

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Warranty Period

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included