Here are the best Marshall speakers that are designed to deliver superb sound performance, deep bass and wide soundstage for critical music listening. These speakers are the latest generation Marshall speakers that deliver immersive Marshall signature sound performance, and come with a classic vintage Marshall amp design that looks really stunning. These speakers are perfect for home listening and they blend in nicely with modern interior décor. The new generation of Marshall speakers are also built with 70% recycled plastic and vegan materials for a more sustainable approach, and come equipped with the latest generation wireless Bluetooth for high quality music streaming. If you are looking for the best Marshall speaker for music listening, be sure to check out our top picks below!
#1 Best Overall: Marshall Stanmore III Bluetooth Speaker
The Marshall Stanmore III Bluetooth Wireless Speaker is an exceptional sounding speaker that comes with a re-engineered wider stereo soundstage. It has a 50-100kHz frequency response, a 50W class D amplifier for the woofer, and two 15W class D amplifiers for the tweeters (with a total of power output of 80W). This new generation Marshall speaker is built with a PVC-free material that comprises 70% recycled plastic and only vegan materials, making it a more sustainable option. It also features next-generation Bluetooth 5.2 and a 3.5mm input for easy connectivity. The speaker is very simple to use and all you have to do is to pair your smartphone device to the speaker and play music.
We really liked the powerful and well-balanced sound signature of the Marshall Stanmore III speaker. This speaker has a wide soundstage and very good separation between the left and right stereo channels, allowing you to pick up details in the music with good accuracy. The speaker delivers a deep and resonant bass, clear and sparkling highs, and a well-defined midrange. We played a couple of live jazz performances from Tony Bennett’s “Fly Me to the Moon” and “The Way You Look Tonight” and you can really hear the quality and timbre of the Stanmore III speaker – the highs are silky smooth while the vocals sound exceptionally clear and crisp. The bass on this speaker has plenty of depth and feels deep. The speaker can get quite loud without distortion and is suitable for medium to large rooms or for home listening. They are some of the loudest Bluetooth speakers we have tested that deliver really solid bass and clean stereo sound performance.
The Marshall Stanmore III has a premium build quality with the iconic Marshall design, making it a stylish addition to any home with its vintage aesthetic. This speaker comes with really nice brass polished knobs at the top control panel for you to easily adjust the bass, treble and volume settings. The speaker itself comes with 1 woofer and dual tweeters that deliver crystal clear highs and deep bass performance, and has an amplifier power of 80W RMS to deliver loud sound performance. The Stanmore III has a improved frequency range of 45 Hz to 20 kHz with much deeper bass and greater depth, and it also supports 1/8” or RCA audio inputs apart from the wireless Bluetooth 5.2 connection. The speaker has a classic vintage design and looks really nice when placed on a table top or computer desk.
The Verdict? The Marshall Stanmore III is hands down one of the best Marshall speakers you can find that delivers an immersive soundstage with Marshall signature sound performance. It delivers 80Ws RMS of output power and has silky smooth vocals with crisp highs and detailed midranges; it also has a tint of vintage warmth to the sound quality which makes them sound really unique. The Stanmore III is equipped with the latest Bluetooth 5.2 codec and is also made from recycled materials and vegan materials for sustainability. The Stanmore III is also equipped with a bass reflex port for added bass performance and is a very enjoyable speaker to listen to at home.
#2 Best Sound Quality: Marshall Acton III Bluetooth Speaker
The Marshall Acton III Bluetooth Home Speaker is a small but mighty speaker that delivers an immersive Marshall signature sound with a re-engineered wider stereo soundstage. It has a frequency response of 50-20,000 Hz and a 4” speaker driver for crystal clear highs and vocals. While the Acton III is smaller than the Stanmore III speaker and has a slightly lower volume output at 60W RMS, the Acton III is still an excellent speaker that delivers really good sound performance in a compact size.
We were very impressed by how clear the Acton III speaker sounded despite its small size. The sound is clear and detailed and the speaker delivers well-balanced bass and treble ranges. Vocal performances have plenty of timbre and sparkle, and we thoroughly enjoyed listening to Dusty Springfield’s “The Look of Love” on the Acton III. The speaker has a surprising amount of bass that has plenty of depth and punch, and the speaker also comes equipped with a bass reflex port to enhance the lower frequency ranges and sub-bass notes. The Acton 3 is also equipped with a Dynamic Loudness feature which adjusts the equalizer as you increase the volume, ensuring that the sound remains consistent and distortion-free. The speaker also has a Placement Compensation feature that adjusts the sound based on the speaker’s location in the room through the Marshall Bluetooth app, which is a really unique feature.
Compared to other Marshall speakers, the Acton III is the most discreet model in the home line-up. It is smaller and less powerful than the Marshall Stanmore III, which has a 80W class D amplifier and a larger driver size of 5.25″ (read our full Marshall Acton III vs Stanmore III review here for a comparison). However, the Acton III is more affordable and has a more sustainable build, with a PVC-free construction that comprises 70% recycled plastic and vegan materials. The Acton III also has next-generation Bluetooth 5.2 and a 3.5mm input for easy connectivity and works straight out of the box.
The Verdict? The Marshall Acton III is a powerful and compact speaker that delivers an immersive sound experience with really solid bass performance. Its re-engineered wider stereo soundstage and Dynamic Loudness feature provides really consistent and clean sound performance; vocals sounded very crisp with vintage warmth and the bass has plenty of depth. We also liked the Placement Compensation feature which adjusts the sound based on the speaker’s location in the room using the Marshall app. Overall, it’s a really solid Bluetooth speaker if you are looking for a smaller and more compact home speaker.
#3 Best Portable: Marshall Emberton II
The Marshall Emberton II Portable Bluetooth Speaker is a compact and durable speaker that has a balanced and clear sound profile. It has a frequency response of 60Hz – 20kHz and it delivers an immersive 360° sound experience with True Stereophonic, a unique form of multi-directional sound from Marshall. The speaker is waterproof with an IP67 rating, making it suitable for outdoor use and poolside parties where it can withstand splashes of water. It provides 30+ hours of portable playtime on a single charge, and it features a Stack Mode that allows you to connect and control multiple Emberton II speakers for an amplified sound experience and a wider soundfield. If you are looking for a portable Marshall speaker that you can take outdoors, the Marshall Emeberton II is definitely a great choice.
In terms of sound performance, the Marshall Emberton II has a balanced and clear sound signature, with a bit of extra warmth and boom in the bass. Its balanced mid-range ensures that vocals and lead instruments sound clear and present in the mix. We played a couple of instrumental and live jazz music performances on this speaker and it sounded surprisingly crisp with really nice vocals and timbre ranges. The bass on the Emberton II feels solid and has plenty of depth, making EDM and rock music very fun to listen to on the Emberton II speaker. However, it doesn’t get very loud and lacks low-bass (or sub-bass) as compared to the Stanmore III or Acton III.
The Emberton II is a significant improvement over the original Emberton speaker. It provides a clearer, detailed, and more articulate sound, and it retains the Marshall vintage warmth with deeper bass performance with an improved bass reflex port. The Emberton II speaker comes with a built-in battery that delivers up to 30 hours of playtime on a single charge, and is IP67 waterproof and dustproof which makes it great for taking outdoors. The Emberton II is often compared to the JBL Flip 6 speaker in terms of size and loudness, and like the Flip 6, also comes with multi-speaker session with stack mode which allows you to pair up multiple Emberton II speakers together for a wider soundfield.
The Verdict? The Marshall Emberton II is a durable and IP67 waterproof speaker that delivers a balanced and clear sound profile. It delivers an immersive 360° sound experience with True Stereophonic Marshall technology, and its extended battery life and app support make it a significant improvement over the original Emberton speaker. We really liked how well the Emberton II speaker handles vocals and timbre ranges, and it does deliver good bass with plenty of depth which makes it comparable to the JBL Flip 6 speaker.
#4 Best Value: Marshall Kilburn II
The Marshall Kilburn II Bluetooth Portable Speaker is a compact and portable Marshall speaker that weighs just 5.5 lbs and provides 20+ hours of portable playtime on a single charge. It has a water-resistant rating of IPX2, which means it can withstand a little water and light rain. The Kilburn II features multi-directional sound with True Stereophonic, and is powered by a 36 watts amplifier which allows the Kilburn II to deliver detailed and pristine sound performance. This speaker is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 aptX technology and it can play music with any Bluetooth device at a range of up to 33 ft away from the speaker.
In terms of sound performance, the Marshall Kilburn II delivers really nice highs and smooth midrange sound performances. Vocals sounded really bright on this speaker with good timbre and treble ranges, and live jazz performances particularly stand out on the Kilburn II speaker. We played a couple of jazz performances from Dusty Springfield and they sound exceptionally clean with plenty of timbre and vintage warmth, which makes the Kilburn II a really good speaker for jazz performances. The Kilburn II speaker does provide decent bass output but does not have as much bass as the Acton III or the Stanmore III speakers. Comparatively, the Kilburn II is designed for portability and does not come with a bass reflex port.
The Kilburn II is designed primarily as a portable Bluetooth speaker and comes with a carry-on top strap handle for easy portability. The speaker has a power output of 36W and is equipped with dual tweeters and a woofer that delivers crystal clear sound and good bass response. The Kilburn II speaker has a wide frequency range of 52 Hz to 20 kHz, and uses Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. It also has a power output of 36W with 3 Class D amplifiers, and is slightly louder than the Emberton II speaker which has a 20W peak power. The Kilburn II features a classic vintage design and comes with brass knobs at the top panel to control the bass, treble and volume ranges.
The Verdict? The Marshall Kilburn II speaker is a well-designed and portable speaker that is louder than the Emberton II but retains most of the features that make it portable. The speaker delivers 20 hours of playtime on a single charge and weighs only 5.5 lbs, making it great for taking it with you anywhere to play music. This speaker also uses Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX technology for wireless music streaming, and has a long wireless range of up to 33 feet away. The speaker is also IPX2 water-resistant which makes it partially resistant to water, and also supports multi-host functionality so that you can easily connect and switch between two Bluetooth devices at once. Overall, the Kilburn II speaker is a highly portable Bluetooth speaker that delivers Marshall’s vintage signature sound and we highly recommend them.
#5 Best Stereo Sound: Marshall Woburn III
The Marshall Woburn III Bluetooth Speaker is a powerful and versatile home audio system that delivers a massive 150Ws of output power. It features a re-engineered wider stereo soundstage, delivering immersive Marshall signature sound with extremely deep bass and crystal clear vocals. This next generation speaker is made from a PVC-free build that comprises 70% recycled plastic and only vegan materials. It also uses Bluetooth 5.2 and comes equipped with HDMI, RCA and 3.5mm inputs to connect to a variety of music sources. Compared with other Marshall speakers, the Woburn III has a much wider frequency range from 35 Hz to 20 kHz and can deliver really deep bass notes that have plenty of depth and low-end punch.
We were very impressed with the sound performance of the Marshall Woburn III. This is the loudest Marshall speaker currently available with a massive 150W RMS of output power, and it delivers deep and extended bass, powerful mid-ranges, and detailed high frequencies. Vocals sounded extremely clean and crisp on this speaker, and Tony Bennett’s “Fly Me To the Moon” sounded spectacular with plenty of gusto and vintage warmth. The bass has a low-end sub-bass quality to it that delivers plenty of depth and punch, and we really enjoyed just listening to jazz and live vocals on the Woburn III. It also handles instrumental performances really well, and the speaker delivers a much wider soundstage as compared to the Stanmore III or Acton III speakers.
The Marshall Woburn III is equipped with plenty of features and a re-engineered wider soundstage which delivers an incredibly spacious soundstage with superb stereo separation. The Woburn III is equipped with one 90W Class D amplifier for the woofer, dual 15W Class D amps for the midranges and dual 15W Class D amps for the tweeters – you can really hear the distinction between the highs, mids and low-end bass notes on the Woburn III. The speaker also comes with a bass-reflex port to enhance the lower-end sub bass notes, and has the ability to deliver bass notes down to 35 Hz which is very deep. Out of all the Marshall speakers we have tested, the Marshall Woburn III is hands down the best Marshall speaker with exceptional stereo sound performance.
The Verdict? The Marshall Woburn III is one of the loudest and best sounding Marshall speaker we have tested. It delivers a massive 150Ws RMS of output power and delivers extremely crisp highs, smooth midranges and very deep bass performance. It is the kind of the speaker that you would use for critical music listening, and this speaker handles jazz and live vocals very well. The Woburn III also features Marshall’s classic amp design and comes with brass control knobs at the top control panel to adjust the volume, treble and bass output. This speaker also supports RCA, 3.5mm and HDMI inputs which provide plenty of input options for different music sources.
#6 Most Compact: Marshall Stockwell II
The Marshall Stockwell II is designed as a portable Bluetooth speaker and is slightly smaller than the Kilburn II with 20 watts of output power (it has one 10W amp for the woofer and dual 5W amps for the tweeters). The Stockwell II speaker provides 20+ hours of portable playtime on a single charge, making it a convenient option for on-the-go use. It features a water-resistant design with an IPX4 rating which allows it to handle splashes of water without damage; this makes the Stockwell II great for outdoor parties or poolside events. The speaker also provides multi-host functionality, allowing for easy connection and switching between two Bluetooth devices, and features analog control knobs for bass, treble, and volume. Additionally, the speaker supports quick charging, with 20 minutes providing 6 hours of portable playtime, and you can fully charge the battery in 5 hours.
Despite the small size of the Marshall Stockwell II speaker, the Stockwell II delivers deep and extended bass, detailed mid-ranges and crystal clear high frequencies. You can push up the volume on the Stockwell II speaker to maximum volume without hearing any distortion; the highs and midrange frequencies are well-defined and crystal clear, while the bass notes feel tight and punchy. It utilizes Marshall’s True Stereophonic technology to provide an immersive audio experience with a 360° soundstage, and you can position this speaker anywhere in the room or in an outdoor space and get crystal clear sound.
The Marshall Stockwell II is equipped with one 10W class D amplifier for the woofer and dual 5W Class D amps for the tweeters. This speaker delivers up to 20 hours of playtime on a single charge, and also supports quick charging where a 20 minute charge provides 6 hours of playtime. The Stockwell II has a wide frequency range of 60 Hz to 20 kHz and a maximum volume of 80 db. It also uses Bluetooth 5.0 for a clean and consistent wireless connection from your smartphone device. Like the Kilburn II, the Stockwell II speaker also features Marshall’s iconic amp design with bass plated knobs on the top control panel to adjust the bass, treble and volume ranges.
The Verdict? The Marshall Stockwell II is designed as a portable Marshall speaker and delivers up to 20Ws RMS of output power. It is slightly smaller than the Marshall Kilburn II but features Marshall’s iconic amplifier design with brass-plated control knobs. This speaker is equipped with Bluetooth 5.0 technology with a wireless range of up to 30 feet, and is IPX4 water-resistant which enables it to withstand splashes of water (this makes the Stockwell II ideal for outdoor use or pool parties. The speaker also features multi-host functionality which allows you to connect and switch between two Bluetooth devices. The Stockwell II also comes with a USB-C cable and supports quick charging, making it a convenient speaker for portable music listening.
#7 Best Design: Marshall Middleton Bluetooth Speaker
The Marshall Middleton Bluetooth speaker is Marshall’s latest portable speaker that delivers a massive 60W RMS of output power. This speaker comes equipped with dual 20W amplifiers for the woofers and dual 10W Class D amplifiers for the tweeters, and has a wide frequency range of 50 Hz to 20 kHz. The Marshall Middleton is also equipped with two passive bass radiators that deliver really deep and tight bass performance. The Marshall Middleton speaker is often compared to the JBL Charge 5, with the Marshall Middleton delivering slightly better sound performance and deeper bass response due to its dedicated woofers and tweeters.
The Marshall Middleton delivers some of the best sound performance we have heard from a portable Bluetooth speaker, and they are comparable with the JBL Charge 5 Bluetooth speakers in terms of sound performance. The Marshall Middleton delivers pristine highs and very crisp vocal performances, and they deliver a surprisingly good level of stereo separation between the left and right channels. We played a couple of live jazz performances on the speaker including Tony Bennett’s “The Way You Look Tonight” and the sound performance felt spacious and very detailed with a hint of vintage warmth. The bass on the Marshall Middleton speaker feels tight and punchy, and you get really nice low-end sub bass notes which add a lot of depth to the overall sound experience.
The Marshall Middleton Speaker features a portable design with Marshall’s True Stereophonic technology which allows it to provide multi-directional stereo sound. The entire speaker is IP67 waterproof and dustproof, and is suitable for outdoor use or for pool parties – it can withstand splashes of water without any issues. Despite the speaker’s relatively small size, it comes with a built-in battery that provides up to 20 hours of playtime on a single charge, and it can reach a full charge with 4.5 hours of battery charging. Furthermore, this speaker supports Marshall’s stack mode which allows you to connect the Middleton speaker to other Middleton speakers and amplify the sound performance with a multi-speaker Stack session. The speaker also gives you the option to adjust the bass and treble ranges on the top of the speaker using the control knob, or you can download the Marshall app to customize the EQ settings.
The Verdict? The Marshall Middleton is one of the best Marshall speakers we have tested that delivers really solid sound performance and deep bass response. This portable speaker comes with dual tweeters and dedicated woofers to deliver really crisp highs, vocals and deep bass output. This speaker gets really loud with a max volume output of 87 dB, and it comes with a built-in battery that delivers up to 20 hours of playtime (it also supports quick charging where a 20 minute charge gives 2 hours of playtime). The speaker uses USB-C power inputs for fast charging and is also IP67 waterproof and dustproof, allowing you to bring this speaker outdoors and not have to worry about the speaker getting wet. The Marshall Middleton also comes with a multi-directional control knob at the top of the speaker for your to pause and play soundtracks, or change volume on the go. Overall, the Marshall Middleton is an exceptionally powerful Bluetooth speaker that designed for portable sound and we highly recommend them.
#8 Best Mini Speaker: Marshall Willen Bluetooth Speaker
The Marshall Willen is the most compact and portable Marshall speaker that delivers 10Ws of output power, and is similar to the JBL Clip 4 in terms of sound performance and output power. The entire speaker is IP67 waterproof and dustproof, and is designed to be durable and rugged for any outdoor setting. Furthermore, the Marshall Willen delivers up to 15 hours of playtime on a single charge and also comes with flexible positioning with a mounting strap, so that you can take it with you on outdoor adventures by strapping the speaker to your backpack. Like the other Marshall speakers, the Marshall Willen is equipped with Marshall’s stack mode which allows you to combine multiple Marshall speakers together to create a wider listening field. This speaker is also equipped with a built-in microphone for hands free calls and you can answer or reject calls using the front-mounted control knob. If you are looking for a mini portable speaker that delivers really nice and crisp sound, the Marshall Willen comes highly recommended.
We were pretty impressed by how much volume the Marshall Willen speaker delivered. Although the speaker is relatively small in size and is comparable to the JBL Clip 4 speaker in terms of volume output, the Marshall Willen still sounds really loud with its 10W of output power. The speaker delivers really nice highs and crisp vocals with detailed midranges; you can actually hear a lot of detail in the music soundtracks with the Marshall Willen speaker. The speaker also comes equipped with two passive bass radiators that help to enhance the bass performance, and this speaker does pump out pretty nice punchy beats when you play EDM or hip-hop music through this speaker. Having said that, the bass does not go as deep as the Marshall Middleton speaker due to its small size.
Despite the Marshall Willen’s small size, the speaker is designed to be highly durable and compact. It comes with a single 2” 10W full-range driver and two passive bass radiators to enhance the midrange and bass performance, and the speaker has a playtime of 15 hours with its built-in battery. The speaker supports quick charging and a 3 hour charge will full charge the entire speaker. The Willen also comes with top panel controls including a multi-directional control knob and a Bluetooth pairing button. We really liked the vintage design of the speaker and the brass plated knob, which is similar to Marshall’s iconic amp designs. The Willen speaker uses Bluetooth 5.1 for wireless connectivity and you also have the option of adjusting the EQ using the Marshall Bluetooth app.
The Verdict? The Marshall Willen is the most compact and mini portable speaker in the Marshall line of speakers that delivers really clean and loud sound performance. This speaker delivers up to 10Ws of output power and is equipped with two passive bass radiators that deliver deeper bass response. Despite the speaker’s small size, the Marshall Willen delivers really loud sound performance with crisp highs and decent vocals; it also provides nice bass beats that sound smooth and well-defined. We liked the fact that the Willen also comes with a built-in microphone for you to take hands free calls, and the call quality on this speaker is clear and decent. Overall, the Marshall Willen is a really portable and compact.
#9 Best Stereo Loudspeaker: Marshall Tufton Bluetooth Speaker
The Marshall Tufton speaker is a very powerful 80W portable speaker that is designed as a portable stereo loudspeaker. This speaker comes with one 40W amplifier for the woofer, dual 15W full-range drivers and one 10W tweeter for crisp highs and detailed midranges. The Marshall Tufton is designed to deliver loud sound performance and has a max volume output of 102 dB. Compared to other Marshall speakers, the Marshall Tufton has a very wide frequency range of 40 to 20 kHz and delivers really nice bass and crystal clear highs. It also comes with a built-in battery that provides up to 20 hours of playtime on a single charge, and takes only 2.5 hours to reach a full charge. Like the other Marshall speakers, the Tufton comes with a classic Marshall vintage design with control knobs to adjust the volume, bass and treble; the entire speaker is shaped like a classic Marshall amp. If you are looking for a stereo loudspeaker to blast music, the Marshall Tufton is definitely a great choice.
We absolutely loved the sound performance of the Marshall Tufton speaker. Compared to the Marshall Middleton or the Stockwell II, the Marshall Tufton delivers really loud and crystal clear sound performance with deep bass. The Tufton speaker has a dedicated bass-reflex port that delivers really tight and punchy bass response, and we liked the fact that you can crank up the volume on the Tufton to maximum level without hearing any distortion. We played a couple of live jazz performances including Dusty Springfield’s “I only want to be with you” and the vocals sounded really crisp with a lot of vintage warmth. The bass hits hard and has plenty of depth – it makes music performances sound really realistic and adds a level of depth to music performances which we thoroughly enjoyed. The Tufton speaker also gets really loud and it can easily fill up a large room or area with clean sound performance while maintaining consistency in the sound quality.
The Marshall Tufton retains the Marshall amp design and features a top control panel with brass knobs to control the volume, bass and treble ranges. The Tufton speaker has a 3-way speaker design with a rear-facing driver that delivers really clean and natural sound across all frequency ranges. The Marshall Tufton speaker uses True Stereophonic sound that delivers multi-directional sound so that you can hear the speaker regardless of where you place it. The speaker uses Bluetooth 5.0 and provides a stable and consistent wireless connection for up to 30 feet away from the speaker. One advantage that the Tufton has over the Stanmore III or the Acton III is that it is IPX2 water-resistant and portable, allowing you to bring the speaker with you to a party or outdoors (where it can resist light rain). We like the solid metal grille and the iconic Marshall logo at the front of the speaker which gives this speaker a really aesthetic and unique appearance.
The Verdict? The Marshall Tufton is a really powerful stereo loudspeaker that delivers superb Marshall signature sound performance. It has a wider frequency range compared to other Marshall speakers from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, and can handle deep bass notes with depth and accuracy. The speaker gets really loud with a total combined 80W of power output, and has a dedicated woofer, full range drivers and tweeters to handle each of the frequency spectrum. We really liked how this speaker handles live jazz performances – vocals sounded exceptionally clean with a level of vintage warmth that makes it very enjoyable. The speaker also uses Bluetooth 5.0 for a clean and stable wireless connection, and is IPX2 water-resistant. Overall, the Marshall Tufton is a very powerful portable loudspeaker and we highly recommend them.
#10 Best Smart Speaker: Marshall Uxbridge Voice Speaker
The Marshall Uxbridge Voice speaker is designed as a smart home Bluetooth speaker and supports both Alexa voice assistants. This home speaker is designed to connect with Wi-Fi, Airplay 2, Spotify Connect or Bluetooth and allows you to stream music on the go. The speaker also supports Airplay 2 and you can wirelessly play different songs in each room or play the same soundtrack throughout your entire home. The Uxbridge Voice is designed to deliver loud volume performance with a compact frame design and is equipped with high-end components to deliver deeper bass and crystal clear sound performance. The Uxbridge Voice is also equipped with a dual microphone array with acoustic noise cancellation for far field voice interaction which provides smart voice recognition – the speaker can pick up your voice even when the music is turned on. The speaker is equipped with a single Class D 30W amplifier for both the woofer and the tweeter and you can use the Marshall voice app to control your music or tweak the EQ settings. Overall, it’s a small and compact smart Bluetooth speaker that works great with Alexa and we highly recommend them if you need a smart home speaker.
In terms of sound quality, the Marshall Uxbridge provides decent sound performance with really nice highs and decent bass performance. While the speaker only has 30Ws of power for the woofer and tweeter, we felt that this speaker delivers really clean sound performance at any volume level and you can push up the volume on this speaker to maximum levels without hearing much distortion. At low volume levels, the Marshall Uxbridge speaker delivers consistently clean sound performance with good bass; the sound does not taper off at lower volume levels. We played a couple of EDM and rock music soundtracks on the Tufton speaker and they sounded really clear with nice beats with decent bass performance. While the Tufton speaker is not as loud as compared to the Acton III or the Stanmore III speakers, it does deliver really clean sound and is great for streaming music at home.
The Marshall Uxbridge Voice has a small and compact design and retains the design of a Marshall amp with a vintage aesthetic. This speaker comes with a top control panel with brass plated knobs for you to adjust the volume, treble and bass ranges, as well as a button to mute or unmute the microphone. The speaker connects to your home Wi-Fi network for music streaming and supports Airplay 2, Spotify Connect or Bluetooth 4.2 if you want to stream music directly from your smartphone device. The Marshall Uxbridge supports Alexa and you can control the speaker using your voice – it will automatically recognize your voice commands. You can even use the Tufton to dim the lights, ask for the latest news or check what’s on the TV with a single voice command. You can also fine-tune the music performance using the controls on the speaker.
The Verdict? The Marshall Uxbridge Voice is a really versatile smart home speaker that you can use with Alexa and play music directly from Spotify. This speaker connects directly with your home Wi-Fi network and also supports AirPlay 2 for multi-room speaker connectivity. We really liked the sound performance of the Marshall Uxbridge speaker – it delivers crystal clear highs, smooth midranges and decent bass performance. While it’s not as loud as the Stanmore III or Acton III, it does deliver consistently clean sound performance with a 30W power output. It also features Marshall’s vintage amp design and looks really aesthetic when placed in a living room or TV desk.