Marshall, the audio company known for its HomePod have become popular thanks to their ability to control smart home devices and respond to voice commands, there is still a market for standalone Bluetooth speakers that focus solely on audio quality.

The partly made from recycled plastic and is also PVC-free.

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The Middleton Doubles Up As A Power Bank

A photo showing three Marshall Middleton speakers stacked on top of each other
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The Middleton has two tweeters, two woofers, and two ive radiators arranged in a quad-speaker setup. Combined with features such as built-in Dynamic Loudness which adjusts the tonal balance, and a unique form of multi-directional stereo dubbed “True Stereophonic,” this results in a 360-degree listening experience. s can adjust the bass and treble using the controls on the top of the speaker or even the companion app. A set of LEDs on the top provide visual when making these adjustments.

There is also for pairing two Bluetooth devices at the same time, so owners can over controls to a second . The Middleton has a battery life of over 20 hours and charges via a USB-C port. A full charge takes 4.5 hours with a 15W (5V, 3A) charger while a 20-minute charge will provide two hours of listening time. The Middleton even doubles up as a power bank, letting s charge smartphones and other small gadgets.

The Middleton is priced at $299, making it significantly more expensive than the popular Emberton that's priced at $149. Apart from the new Stack Mode, s will also appreciate the IP dust and water resistance rating, and its ability to function as a power bank. The Middleton will be available in black with a matching detachable strap to make it easy to carry, and Marshall says that a second color will be unveiled in March 2022.

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Source: Marshall