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Stuff.tv
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Stuff.tv
One of the best portable speakers now sounds better and lasts for longer
One of the undisputed kings of rock 'n' roll sound, Marshall's speakers are some of the best portable speakers for audio buffs. The Middleton is one of the best you can buy, and its smaller size makes it perfect to take on the go. And thanks to this second-gen model, the speaker sounds even better and lasts for longer. Marshall's Middleton II speaker is louder, tougher, and now plays for over 30 hours straight. The speaker gets proper 360-degree sound, which Marshall's calling it 'True Stereophonic.' It's designed so it doesn't matter where you're standing – audio should sound just as good. Bass gets deeper, highs are clearer, and it holds together even when you crank it, which, let's face it, you will. Visually, Middleton II sticks with the amp-inspired look, but there's been a bit of a glow-up. The new control knob is now multidirectional, so you can play, pause, skip tracks, answer calls, or mess with the volume by just twisting and pressing. And this speaker's built like a tank. IP67-rated means dust and water aren't an issue. It'll survive your pool parties, muddy fields, or whatever fresh chaos you throw at it. Marshall's also added a built-in mic for hands-free calls – thought it's not clear if there's any noise reduction at play. This speaker even offers the ability to use it as a power bank, which is one of my favourite features. The Middleton II even supports LE Audio, which is tech-speak for better Bluetooth efficiency and sound. Basically, your battery lasts longer and your music sounds crisper. The Marshall Middleton II is available to order directly from Marshall now. Or, you'll be able to nab it from third-party retailers like Amazon from 15 July. Pricing is set at $330/£260/€299.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Yahoo
The Marshall Middleton II launches as a small portable speaker with huge sound
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Marshall launched its new Middleton II speaker, a compact portable audio device with IP67 dust and water resistance rating. The speaker redesigned its controls with a multidirectional knob that gives users a simple, yet wide-range of options for media. The Middleton II features an over 30-day battery life, 360-degree Stereophonic Audio, a built-in mic, and more. The Middleton II launches today (July 1) exclusively on Marshall's website for $329 before hitting retailers on July 15. Marshall is continuing its trend of portable speakers with a sequel to its Middleton series. Early this morning (July 1), Marshall announced the launch of its new Middleton II portable speaker. Design-wise, the Middleton II looks quite similar to the company's original Middleton and even the Emberton series. Marshall touts its latest speaker as a compact device that's small enough to be "thrown into a bag whenever the moment calls for it." With dimensions like 9.05x3.86x4.33 inches, the Middleton II is a small (yet loud) travel buddy. Moreover, Marshall highlights the speaker's expected outdoor use. The speaker has been granted an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance. One key update with the Middleton II is its ease of use. Marshall says the speaker's controls have been reworked to be much simpler. The device now features a multidirectional control knob for "instant" music access and the ability to "twist or press" the knob to play, pause, and skip tunes, as well as volume adjustment and call answering. When it comes to sound, Marshall states the Middleton II takes its sound a step further when used on the highest setting. Cranking the speaker up to max now should award consumers with "deeper bass and more refined performance." Additionally, the press release draws attention to the speaker's 360-degree True Stereophonic Sound. Marshall remains confident that the Middleton II can "fill a room" with your favorite tunes. The Marshall Middleton II is ready for whatever road trip or family outing you've got planned with over 30 hours of battery life. Marshall's Ebba Gouverneur Regnström, product manager, states, "extending portable playtime is something we put a lot of work into at Marshall, and Middleton II is no exception with its 30-plus hours." Regnström adds, "With support for LE Audio, listeners can also enjoy a more efficient and enhanced listening experience." With such a large battery, Marshall highlights users' ability to get enough juice to get going again in just 20 minutes on the charger. More importantly, the post states the Middleton II can double as a power bank. Essentially, the speaker has your phone's back whenever things get tough—power-wise and for phone calls. The speaker also features a built-in microphone, and its Bluetooth connectivity lets users utilize it to its fullest extent. Users can answer phone calls completely hands-free with the Middleton II. Following today's press release, Marshall states the Middleton II launches "globally" today (July 1) for $329. This launch is restricted to its official page for the time being. Those looking to grab the speaker from official retailers will have to wait until July 15. Speaker deals: Walmart | Best Buy | Amazon | Dell
Engadget
01-07-2025
- Engadget
Marshall's new Middleton II Bluetooth speaker lasts 30 hours between charges
Marshall has launched its latest compact Bluetooth speaker, the Middleton II. A direct replacement for the first-generation Middleton from 2023, the new speaker promises room-filling 360-degree sound from a device that sits comfortably in the palm of your hand and won't demand too much space in your backpack for trips. The original Middleton offered bright clear sound that belied its diminutive proportions, and with its successor Marshall says it has engineered deeper bass and "more refined performance at maximum volume." Powering the beefed up sound are two 30-watt woofers and a pair 10-watt tweeters, with the drivers positioned so that you hear music clearly from wherever you're standing. Battery life is rated at more than 30 hours, which is an improvement on the 20 hours offered by its predecessor. A 20-minute charge will be enough to resurrect a fading Middleton II and avoid the wrath of your guests, and like the speaker it's replacing, it doubles as a power bank if it's your phone that requires life support. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement A multi-directional control knob handles play/pause and song selection, as well as answering calls and volume control. There's also a built-in microphone for taking calls hands-free. And as you'd hope from a Bluetooth speaker designed to be a road warrior, the Middleton II has an IP67 rating for dust and water exposure, so no need to be precious with it around the pool this summer. The Marshall Middleton II is available to buy now for $330.
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.
