Perhaps that’s why Marshall put the word middle in the name?
Its the same story with the Middletons features.
But theres also no microphone, it has confusing on-speaker buttons and fairly limited equalizer functionality.
Or, you’re free to use the app.
Wed recommend you add one or two to treble for the most balanced sound.
The speaker charges via USB-C and it takes 4.5 hours to power to full.
Another point for Marshall there.
Pairing is quick and easy not once did we have an issue.
We didnt get to test it though, due to only having the single test unit.
It takes after Marshalls amplifier line, with its gold-highlights color scheme and textured shell.
It even has a mesh face like a real amp.
Of course, this is a lot smaller than most amps, given the portable nature of portable speakers.
The unit measures 10.9 x 23 x 9.5 cm, though its fairly heavy at 1.8kg.
Theyre fiddly and annoying, and after several weeks of testing, we still couldnt use them reliably.
The bass is crisp and textured and weve certainly got no bad things to say here.
What’s lacking a little is what lies in between.
The rhythm guitar, the keys, the hi-hats?
Well, they come out as more of an undefined mush that falls to the background.
That said, there are certainly pricier options too.
Enough to justify the price?
Yeah, we’d say so, especially when you consider the durability of the thing.
But that “yeah” turns into a “hell yeah” if you find it discounted in sales.
Should I buy the Marshall Middleton?
It’s big but powerful.
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