If, somehow, you dont know what Marshall is, let me take you on a quick journey.
Started by a drummer in 1962, Marshall amplification has become known for its guitar and bass amplifiers.
Not too big, not too small; just right.
Dont get me wrong there are a couple of aspects Id like to see improved on, but overall?
This is one of thebest Bluetooth speakersIve tested this year lets find out why.
The Emberton III is no different.
It comes in at $159, around the same as theBose SoundLink Flex 2.
Both are comparable specs-wise, although the Auracast support for the Emberton is still yet to arrive.
The whole thing is put together like a small tank as well.
Its a solid piece of kit, with no creaks or rattles even when you squeeze it.
For one, theres Bluetooth LE, which currently… doesnt do much.
Then theres the Marshall app, which is fine.
Its nothing to write home about in terms of extra features, but it looks nice and responds well.
In there, youll find the three EQ options, battery preservation parameters, and thats about it.
This is also where youre likely to find the Auracast and LE features when they launch later.
My favorite feature though is the little knob on top of the speaker.
I like it when its on Marshalls headphones, and I like it here on the Bluetooth speaker line.
Perfect controller, no notes.
So too does the Emberton III forgo the apparently anachronistic connection method, opting instead for a Bluetooth-only approach.
Would the cabled connection really make that much of a difference in sound quality?
The Bluetooth connection, then, is youre only way to connect.
Thankfully it works well, and connects super simply.
Turn the speaker on, bring your Android handset close, and youre prompted to get connected.
iPhone users will, as always, have to delve into their controls menu.
Pairing another gadget is easy just hold down the Bluetooth connection button, and youre in pairing mode.
“Scooped” plunging the mid-range, and cranking the lows and the trebles for a heavier sound.
As you might expect, the Emberton III adheres to this archetype of sound.
Heres the thing scooped stuff is loads and loads of fun, and the Emberton is happy to oblige.
James down-picked power chords are threatening and sound chunky, and Lars drumming is solid and impactful.
Kirks guitar solo soars and screams, and James barks his vocals.
Marshall user Jimi Hendrix and his classicAll Along the Watchtoweris loads of fun pumped out of the Emberton III.
That instantly recognizable riff rings out through your space, each string well-defined and clear.
The drums are lo-fi, yes, but they are strong and impactful.
No, its not going to shake the walls, but it will bring the noise.
The Marshall Emberton III lasts for 32 hours in a category that considers 20 hours to be reasonable.
Its one of the speaker’s biggest selling points in a way.
In my testing, I found that the speaker managed around 31 hours.
Its that design thatll really pull you in though, with its cool amp design and excellent brass accents.
Its a great little speaker, and one I think many other users will also like a lot.
Hopefully, well see those extra Bluetooth tweaks sooner rather than later.
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