The Marshall Emberton 2 is a portable speaker that shares the same classic amp style as its predecessor, but comes in a smaller, more portable package. ..
The newer, more recent model of the Emberton 2 speaker can now connect to additional Marshall speakers for optimal sound and is compatible with the Marshall speaker app, which provides some EQ presets. For music, the Marshall Emberton II sounds great. Its balanced sound profile makes it suited for playing a range of audio files.
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Marshall Emberton II review: Design
The Marshall Emberton II is a small, wireless speaker that mimics an amplifier in appearance. It has a similar appearance to the Marshall Emberton, its forerunner. However, the logo is brass in colour and the grille is black. The rubberized coating that Marshall uses to encase its larger, stage-bound speakers and amplifiers is replicated on the Emberton II.
This is a modern, sustainable design that uses recycled materials. The speaker’s body is made of recycled plastic from post-consumer sources. The front and back have metal grilles with the recognisable Marshall script embossed on one side in addition to the silicone material around the edges. This style seems timeless and retro, and it would be perfect for carrying around.
Marshall Emberton II review: Features
The Bluetooth v5.1 wireless communication standard maintains the same 10 m/30 ft Bluetooth range. The Marshall had good stability, but once we got to, and past, the 10m mark, it started to get a touch unstable. The JBL speakers is superior at producing louder volumes, yet the speaker broadcasts its sound loudly enough in my yard to be heard from the other end.
The Emberton II is a new speaker that has Marshall’s True Stereophonic sound for 360-degree music. It functions satisfactorily while moving the speaker, and there is a tiny tone decline when viewed from the side. The Stack mode now supports pairing (as many as you’d want) Emberton II speakers, in addition to app support.
The app lets you control the sound of your guitar using three EQ presets. The default setting, Marshall, amplifies the bass and treble while Push amplifies the mid-range and Voice amplifies the vocals to give them more clarity. When using them on Hey Jude, Voice de-emphasizes everything else instead of emphasising the vocals, which makes the singing seem less natural. ..
Marshall Emberton II review: Sound
We found that the Bluetooth 5.1 specification is better for vocals, with less harshness at high volumes.
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The Emberton II is a great speaker for music made with traditional instruments. It has a dramatic, detailed, and wide sound stage that can be heard from all angles. ..
Marshall Emberton II review: Controls
The Marshall Emberton II has a variety of controls that are easy to use. The multi-function button on the top of the device can be turned on or off by pressing and holding, played or paused by pressing once, and skipped or returned to by pushing left or right. Additionally, you can press and hold it to fast-forward or rewind your music while holding it up or down to change the volume. ..
To pair your Bluetooth speaker with your device, turn up the volume all the way and press and hold the Bluetooth button. Once paired, the Bluetooth light will flash before turning solid red. Additionally, the speaker will produce a chime to let you know pairing was successful. ..
To initiate or terminate what Marshall refers to as a “Stack Mode,” you can triple-press the Bluetooth button. When you want to increase your audio, you can connect numerous additional Marshall Emberton II speakers.
Marshall Emberton II review: Marshall Connect App
The speaker can be paired with your phone to unlock additional features and improve sound quality. The app also provides helpful information about the speaker, such as firmware updates and how to adjust it.
Marshall is the brand name for the EQ adjustment you have. It’s unfortunate that there isn’t a manual adjustment, as this would be beneficial. You can use Marshall, Push, or Voice to adjust the EQ of your audio. The brand’s hallmark sound is Marshall, so it was our preference. For audiobooks, podcasts, or any other type of audio where you wish to increase the conversation, voice is fantastic.
We found that Push offered a poorer overall sound than the competition, with the mids being too muddy and the soundstage being reduced. The trade-off was not worth it, and we believe that other options provide a better experience.
Marshall Emberton II review: Battery life
The Marshall Emberton II is an excellent speaker that offers great battery life. The speaker’s promised battery life is over 30 hours on a single 3-hour charge, however in testing it lasted just over 22 hours on a 4.9-hour charge. In spite of this, 22 hours is still excellent, making it perfect for prolonged listening sessions.
The speaker may be set to turn off after roughly 20 minutes of inactivity in order to conserve power.
Price & Availability
The Emberton II is more expensive than its predecessor. It now costs $169/£149, up from $149/£129. ..
Despite moving further away from affordable options, the speaker is still a terrific deal and continues to be less expensive than many competitors from brands like Bang & Olufsen, Bose, and Sonos. ..
Conclusion
The Marshall Emberton 2 is a sleek and stylish speaker. There are various EQ presets in the app, and the audio is clean and well-balanced. It’s a terrific compact speaker for modest design and all-day listening, but the bass and loudness lack a little clarity and accuracy when you crank them up, and the pricing is a touch high compared to the competition. ..
