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Forbes
01-07-2025
- Forbes
Marshall Updates Its Mid-Sized Middleton Portable Bluetooth Speaker
The new Middleton II portable Bluetooth speaker is available in Black or Cream. Following hot on the heels of the new Marshall Kilburn III, the iconic amplifier and speaker brand has unveiled an updated version of its mid-sized Middleton Bluetooth speaker, which the brand claims is the most powerful portable audio device to fit in one hand. This is the second iteration of the Middleton and it now boasts more features, including 30 hours of battery life and True Stereophonic multidirectional sound. A full charge of the onboard battery can provide more than 30 hours of playing time and if the power runs low, a quick 20-minute burst charge can have everything up and running again. Marshall has enhanced the Middleton II by adding a deeper and more refined bass, even when played at maximum volume. It also features 360° True Stereophonic sound, a multidirectional audio technology that ensures the music always sounds full and powerful from any position around the speaker. There are also separate bass and treble settings. The Marshall Middletone II has a multidirectional controller as well as separate bass and treble ... More settings. At the heart of the new Middleton are a couple of 3-inch woofers and two 0.6" tweeters. The amplification is Class D with 2 x 30 W for the woofers and 2 x 10 W for the tweeters. The Middleton II is also a durable and compact speaker that's built to resist dust, sand, dirt and a few water splashes. It has been tested by immersing it in up to one meter of water for 30 minutes. The rugged exterior is also specifically designed to withstand tough environmental conditions. 'Extending portable playtime is something we put a lot of work into at Marshall, and Middleton II is no exception with its 30+ hours,' says Ebba Gouverneur Regnström, product manager for Marshall Speakers. 'Combine that with improved features such as a built-in microphone for seamless speakerphone calls and a refreshed design that not only looks better but also enhances usability with improved user experience. With support for LE Audio, listeners can also enjoy a more efficient and enhanced listening experience.' With its detachable carry strap and resistance to dust and water, the Marshall Middleton II is ready ... More for the beach. The Middleton II's controls have also been updated to eliminate any unnecessary complexity. Users can navigate through playlists with the multidirectional control knob that can play, pause and skip tracks. The control can also be used to answer phone calls and adjust the speaker's volume levels. Although music comes first, Marshall's new Middleton II is practical, too. If your phone runs out of charge, the speaker can double as a power bank. The Middleton II can also connect via Bluetooth to a smartphone for making hands-free phone calls using the speaker's built-in microphone. The new Middleton II is available to buy globally from July 15, 2025, from priced at $329.99 / £259.99 / €299.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
A British Hi-Fi Great Just Gave Its Signature Speaker a Standout Upgrade
After seven years, the renowned audio brand has finally released a new version of its popular speaker. Every product is carefully selected by our editors. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more Marshall is best known for its iconic guitar amplifiers. So much so that in recent years, the legendary British audio maker has introduced new-age wireless speakers modeled after their likeness. They have a similar black and gold design, with faux leather finish and tactile metal knobs, and the brand's signature logo prominently displayed on the front. Today, Marshall's wireless speakers cover the bases. They come in a range of sizes, with some models being powered and others being portable. The Kilburn is one of its largest portable Bluetooth speakers. And now, with the release of the third-generation Kilburn, it has made one of its best summer-ready speakers even better. The Kilburn III has been long overdue. It's a new and improved version of the Kilburn II, which was released all the way back in 2018. And while Marshall hasn't strayed too far in the looks department — it's virtually the same size, weighing just under seven pounds, and, just like before, looks like a miniature amplifier — it has been upgraded in several key ways. In the company's press release, Hanna Wallner, a product Manager at Marshall Speakers, claims that the Kilburn III is a 'remarkable upgrade' over the Kilburn II. The Kilburn III has a completely reengineered acoustic design, according to the brand. It features three drivers — a pair of two-inch full-range drivers and a 4-inch woofer — that are each powered by their own 30-watt Class D amplifier. Additionally, the speaker supports Marshall's 360-degree True Stereophonic. This proprietary spatial audio technology enables the Kilburn III to deliver a more immersive sound with, according to the brand, 'no blind spots.' Like its predecessor (and other Marshall speakers), the Kilburn III has numerous tactile knobs and buttons on its top control panel that allows you to tweak the EQ and customize its sound. Given that its predecessor was released seven years ago, the Kilburn III has naturally been improved in a lot of subtle ways — the most notable of which is its battery life. Marshall says that the Kilburn III is rated for over 50 hours of playtime, which is twice as long-lasting as the Kilburn II (and, if we're being honest, longer-lasting than most similarly sized portable speakers). Notably, the Kilburn also features a rugged design. It now has an IP56 rating, meaning it's more suitable for use near water, such as the pool or beach. And like many of its more recent speakers, Marshall now offers the Kilburn III in black or cream finishes … it was previously only available in black. Marshall's Kilburn III portable Bluetooth speaker is available now from the company's website. It costs $380. The Kilburn III comes in two different finishes, black or cream. $380 at Marshall Tucker Bowe has been on Gear Patrol's editorial team since 2014. As a Tech Staff Writer, he tracks everything in the consumer tech space, from headphones to smartphones, wearables to home theater systems. If it lights up or makes noise, he probably covers it.
