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General

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Series

Pulse17Press articlechannelnews.com.au/jbl-pulse-6-brings-a-colourful-light-show-to-its-latest-portable-speakerRead 14 October 2026Article of 2026-08-27 calls it the successor to the Pulse 5, so it belongs to the Pulse line.

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

JBLPULSE6BLK, JBLPULSE6BLKJN7Retailer pagejabko.ua/product/portatyvna-akustyka-jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026Article JBLPULSE6BLK for the Black model.8Retailer pagee-earphone.jp/products/773494Read 14 October 2026Japanese retailer lists JBLPULSE6BLKJN.

1006034, 10062621Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Marshall US product IDs in the page data. 1006034 is Black and Brass and 1006262 is Cream.5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists model number 1006034, the Black and Brass colour, and ASIN B0BTHL673V.

GTIN / EAN

49689292283558Retailer pagee-earphone.jp/products/773494Read 14 October 2026JAN code 4968929228355 belongs to the Japanese model JBLPULSE6BLKJN. Other regional models carry other codes that were not found.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

August 202612Press articleengadget.com/2245008/the-colorful-jbl-pulse-6-speaker-will-be-available-next-monthRead 14 October 2026Pre-orders opened on 2026-08-26 in the US. China coverage dates from 12 August 2026, so only the month is stored.

31 January 20234Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review states the speaker was announced in January 2023.6Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2023/05/26/zound-introduces-the-latest-marshall-portable-speaker-the-middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker news post says the Middleton is available for purchase globally on marshallheadphones.com from January 31st. Tom's Guide says it was unveiled on 31 January 2023.7Press articletomsguide.com/news/marshall-brings-legendary-sound-in-a-new-rugged-take-anywhere-bluetooth-portableRead 10 October 2026News article says the Middleton was unveiled on 31 January 2023 and is on sale now.

Status

Available6Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/jbl-pulse-6-bluetooth-speaker-blackRead 14 October 2026Listed with delivery and click and collect.

Available1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026The US store lists the Cream colour as orderable on the accessed date. Black and Brass is listed as not orderable.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Marshall Middleton II11Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-ii-reviewRead 23 October 2026Tom's Guide calls the Middleton II the successor to the original Marshall Middleton.12Reviewengadget.com/audio/speakers/marshalls-new-middleton-ii-bluetooth-speaker-lasts-30-hours-between-charges-164354372.htmlRead 23 October 2026Engadget calls the Middleton II a direct replacement for the first-generation Middleton from 2023.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$329.9512Press articleengadget.com/2245008/the-colorful-jbl-pulse-6-speaker-will-be-available-next-monthRead 14 October 2026Article of 2026-08-26: the speaker will cost USD 330. Techaeris, SoundGuys and The Gadgeteer give USD 329.95. Tax is not included in US list prices.13Press articletechaeris.com/2026/08/27/pulse-6-debuts-jbl-adds-ai-sound-boostRead 14 October 2026Launch article of 2026-08-27: USD 329.95 with customer shipments from 2026-09-06.14Press articlesoundguys.com/jbl-pulse-6-portable-speaker-launch-162068Read 14 October 2026Launch article of 2026-08-26: USD 329.95, USD 80 more than the Pulse 5 at launch.

$299.994Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/marshall-middleton-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review states an official price of $299.99, GBP 269.99 and AU$499. US market.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€299.999Retailer pageexpert-technomarkt.de/Bluetooth-Lautsprecher/JBL-Pulse-6-Schwarz.12181419384.htmlRead 14 October 2026German retailer lists EUR 299.99 including VAT.10Press articlepctipp.ch/themen/news/jbl-pulse-6-fuer-29995-franken-vorgestelltRead 14 October 2026Recommended price of EUR 299.99 and CHF 299.95. VAT treatment is not stated and the euro price is taken as a price including VAT, as the German retailer lists it.11Press articleleclaireur.fnac.com/article/694950-jbl-pulse-6-lenceinte-qui-fait-danser-la-lumiere-autant-que-le-sonRead 14 October 2026Recommended public price 299.99 EUR, available from 2026-10-06.

€2995Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists EU RRP EUR 299.8Press articlepocket-lint.com/marshall-launches-middleton-biggest-portable-speakerRead 10 October 2026Launch article published 31 January 2023 gives GBP 269, EUR 299 and USD 299. Trusted Reviews lists EU RRP EUR 299 and ComputerBase lists a list price of 299 euros. Price includes VAT as published.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, SG, AU, JP, DE, FR, CH, CN2Press releasegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2026/0909/651591Read 14 October 2026Release in Japan scheduled for 2026-09-17.6Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/jbl-pulse-6-bluetooth-speaker-blackRead 14 October 2026Sold in Australia at AUD 449.9Retailer pageexpert-technomarkt.de/Bluetooth-Lautsprecher/JBL-Pulse-6-Schwarz.12181419384.htmlRead 14 October 2026Sold in Germany.10Press articlepctipp.ch/themen/news/jbl-pulse-6-fuer-29995-franken-vorgestelltRead 14 October 2026Available in Switzerland from 2026-10-06.11Press articleleclaireur.fnac.com/article/694950-jbl-pulse-6-lenceinte-qui-fait-danser-la-lumiere-autant-que-le-sonRead 14 October 2026Available in France from 2026-10-06.12Press articleengadget.com/2245008/the-colorful-jbl-pulse-6-speaker-will-be-available-next-monthRead 14 October 2026US pre-orders and shipping from 2026-09-06.16Press articlelowyat.net/2026/401160/jbl-launch-pulse-6-speaker-chinaRead 14 October 2026Launched in China at CNY 2,499.

US1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026US store page priced in USD.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026Listed as Black.6Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/jbl-pulse-6-bluetooth-speaker-blackRead 14 October 2026Colour: Black.

Black and Brass, Cream1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker colorway names Black and Brass and Cream.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Portable1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Page calls it a portable speaker with an integrated handle.

Portable1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker describes a portable speaker.

Audio

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

Mono7Retailer pagejabko.ua/product/portatyvna-akustyka-jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026Retailer lists sound system 1.0, one channel. No maker or review source states mono directly, and the speaker has one woofer and one tweeter in a 360-degree design.

Stereo1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Audio specification states stereo and describes True Stereophonic 360 degree sound.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

AJBL Pulse 6

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Rated power per driver (W)
Woofer	1	63.8	30
Tweeter	1	16	10

Source1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Spec tab: Transducer woofer 63.8 mm x 63.8 mm, tweeter 16 mm diameter. Rated output power 30 W RMS woofer and 10 W RMS tweeter. The woofer tuple has equal sides, a German retailer lists a woofer diameter of 6.38 cm and a Japanese press release calls it a 64 mm woofer, so it is stored as a diameter. The page does not say whether the RMS ratings apply on battery. The speaker has no mains mode.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026UK retailer spec table repeats the maker table: woofer 63.8 x 63.8 mm, tweeter 16 mm, 30 W RMS and 10 W RMS.9Retailer pageexpert-technomarkt.de/Bluetooth-Lautsprecher/JBL-Pulse-6-Schwarz.12181419384.htmlRead 14 October 2026Retailer lists woofer diameter 6.38 cm and tweeter diameter 1.6 cm.

BMarshall Middleton

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Woofer	2	76.2
Tweeter	2	Not available

Source1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Audio specification lists two 3 in 15 W woofers and two tweeters of 10 W. The woofer size is converted exactly to mm. The tweeter size is published as 3/5 in on the maker page and as 3.5 in by Trusted Reviews, so no tweeter diameter is stored. The watt figures have no stated continuous, RMS or peak basis, so no per-driver power is stored. Amplifiers are listed as two 20 W Class D for the woofers and two 10 W Class D for the tweeters, also without a rating basis.5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists two 3 in woofers, two tweeters and two passive radiators. The 3.5 in tweeter size conflicts with the maker's 3/5 in, so it is not stored.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

12Press releasegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2026/0909/651591Read 14 October 2026Harman International Japan release of 2026-09-09 names a 56 mm diameter passive radiator in the singular and does not state a count. The English HiFi Editorial article of the same date also says a 56 mm passive radiator. One radiator is stored.3Press articlehifi.fan/stories/jbl-pulse-6-brings-360-degree-lighting-bluetooth-6-0-and-ai-sound-boostRead 14 October 2026Article of 9 September 2026: a 64 mm woofer, a 16 mm tweeter and a 56 mm passive radiator.4Press articlephileweb.com/sp/news/d-av/202609/09/65932.htmlRead 14 October 2026Phile-web report on the Japanese release: 64 mm woofer, 16 mm tweeter and 56 mm passive radiator.

21Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Audio specification lists two passive radiators.5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists two passive radiators, matching the maker.

Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

40W1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Rated output power 30 W RMS woofer plus 10 W RMS tweeter. Total 40 W is stated by launch press and is the sum of the two RMS ratings. No peak figure is published.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

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50W5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Full specs table lists audio power output 50 W. This equals the maker driver ratings of 2 x 15 W woofers plus 2 x 10 W tweeters. The maker amplifier ratings add up to 60 W (2 x 20 W and 2 x 10 W). No continuous or peak basis is stated, so only the unspecified-rating field is filled.9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Text sums 2 x 15 W woofers and 2 x 10 W tweeters to 50 W. The spec table prints 60 W, which matches the amplifier ratings. Stored 50 W as the driver total.

Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

42Hz1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Frequency response 42 Hz - 20 kHz. The Japanese press release states -6 dB for the range.2Press releasegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2026/0909/651591Read 14 October 2026Press coverage of the Japanese release gives 42 Hz - 20 kHz (-6 dB).4Press articlephileweb.com/sp/news/d-av/202609/09/65932.htmlRead 14 October 2026Reports 42 Hz - 20 kHz (-6 dB).5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026

50Hz1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Frequency range 50 Hz to 20,000 Hz. Tolerance is not stated.

Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

20kHz1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Frequency response 42 Hz - 20 kHz. The Japanese press release states -6 dB for the range.2Press releasegdm.or.jp/pressrelease/2026/0909/651591Read 14 October 2026Press coverage of the Japanese release gives 42 Hz - 20 kHz (-6 dB).4Press articlephileweb.com/sp/news/d-av/202609/09/65932.htmlRead 14 October 2026Reports 42 Hz - 20 kHz (-6 dB).5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026

20kHz1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Frequency range 50 Hz to 20,000 Hz. Tolerance is not stated.

Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

80dB1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Published as > 80 dB. The stored number is the published lower bound.

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Page: the JBL One app lets you fine-tune your sound with intuitive EQ. The number of bands is not published, and launch coverage says users adjust EQ settings in the app.15Press articleandroidguys.com/news/jbl-pulse-6-debuts-with-ai-sound-boost-360-degree-lightshow-and-auracast-connectivityRead 14 October 2026Article of 2026-09-01: users can adjust EQ settings through the JBL One app.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page lists adjustable bass and treble controls on the speaker and in the app.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

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21Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Bass and treble controls are two adjustable bands. The Trusted Reviews article states a range of minus 5 to plus 5 for each.

Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

Yes1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026AI Sound Boost analyzes music in real time to unlock loudness and impact and keep the sound distortion-free. It reacts to the music content, not to room placement.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Description says built-in Dynamic Loudness adjusts the tonal balance of the sound to ensure the music sounds brilliant at every volume. This follows listening volume and is not room or placement calibration.6Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2023/05/26/zound-introduces-the-latest-marshall-portable-speaker-the-middletonRead 10 October 2026Built-in Dynamic Loudness adjusts the tonal balance of the sound for the listening volume.

Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

Playtime Boost18Press articlebasic-tutorials.com/news/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Playtime Boost is the named battery extension mode. AI Sound Boost is processing and not a selectable mode in the sources.

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Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Auracast lets you pair two speakers in stereo for a wider soundstage.14Press articlesoundguys.com/jbl-pulse-6-portable-speaker-launch-162068Read 14 October 2026Auracast pairs two Pulse 6 units for stereo sound.

No9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says Marshall provides no way to couple two speakers into a stereo pair. Only Stack Mode is offered.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

Auracast1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Auracast links the Pulse 6 with other Auracast-enabled JBL speakers, including PartyBox speakers. No maximum number of linked speakers is published.

Stack Mode2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Stack Mode connects two or more Middleton speakers in a session. No maximum is published.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 20265Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026

Yes5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

6.01Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Bluetooth version 6.0.14Press articlesoundguys.com/jbl-pulse-6-portable-speaker-launch-162068Read 14 October 2026Bluetooth 6.0.

5.11Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Wireless connectivity Bluetooth 5.1.

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

SBC, AAC, LC31Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Supported formats SBC, AAC, LC3.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026

SBC5Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/marshall-middletonRead 10 October 2026Review states only the SBC codec is available for streaming audio, with Bluetooth 5.1.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.61Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.

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Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

Yes1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Auracast stereo pairing or linking more speakers. Sending and receiving roles are not separately stated.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

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Yes9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says the multi-host function pairs the speaker with two different sources at the same time and both can play.10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/bluetooth-speakers/1418398/marshall-middleton-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says the speaker connected to two devices without issue but will not switch sources automatically. Audio on one device must be paused before the other plays.

Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

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29Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says two sources at the same time.

Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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10m1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth range 10 m / 30 ft.

Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

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No1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists Wi-Fi as No.

Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

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Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Page: supports lossless USB-C audio and needs compatible lossless content from supported apps or services.13Press articletechaeris.com/2026/08/27/pulse-6-debuts-jbl-adds-ai-sound-boostRead 14 October 2026Bit-perfect lossless playback over USB-C.

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USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

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USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

AJBL Pulse 6

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Charging input and lossless USB audio input

Source1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Connection port: USB-C in. Power input 5 V / 3 A. The USB-C audio role is from the lossless playback claim.

BMarshall Middleton

Connector	Count	Role
3.5 mm audio	1	Audio input
USB-C	1	Charging input, power-bank output

Source1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists a 3.5 mm input. The manual describes the USB-C connector as power input and output.2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual lists AUX 3.5 mm audio input and a USB-C power input and output used to charge the speaker or charge another device as a power bank.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

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No1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists microphone system as No.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

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Controls

Double-tap on the body for Bedside Lamp mode when no music is playing, Volume buttons, which also set the lamp brightness1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Bedside tapping lamp: double-tap when no music is playing. Brightness is adjusted with the volume buttons or in the JBL One app. No manual was found, so the full button list is not stored.

Multidirectional control knob for play/pause, track skip, volume and power, Bluetooth pairing button and Stack Mode, Battery status button, Bass control, Treble control1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page lists a multidirectional control knob, a Bluetooth pairing button that also starts Stack Mode, a battery and volume indicator and treble and bass controls. The manual adds a battery status button.2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual describes the battery status button, Bluetooth button, battery indicator, bass and treble controls and the control knob.

Companion app

JBL One1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026JBL One app: EQ, Auracast speaker linking, light themes and brightness, Sunset Mode.

Marshall Bluetooth1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists the Marshall Bluetooth App.

App platforms

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iOS, Android9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says the Marshall app is available for Android and iOS.

User firmware updates

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Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states over-the-air software updates are supported.

Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026360-degree choreographed lightshow across the body and the illuminated handle.

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Lighting modes

Party themes (6), Ambient themes (10), Bedside Lamp mode, Sunset Mode1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Party and ambient looks, Bedside tapping lamp and Sunset Mode with a countdown of up to 60 minutes. The count of 6 party and 10 ambient themes is from launch coverage.11Press articleleclaireur.fnac.com/article/694950-jbl-pulse-6-lenceinte-qui-fait-danser-la-lumiere-autant-que-le-sonRead 14 October 2026Sixteen themes, ten ambient and six party, plus Sunset mode and a Bedside Lamp mode.12Press articleengadget.com/2245008/the-colorful-jbl-pulse-6-speaker-will-be-available-next-monthRead 14 October 202616 preset themes, ten ambient and six party.13Press articletechaeris.com/2026/08/27/pulse-6-debuts-jbl-adds-ai-sound-boostRead 14 October 2026Six party themes, ten ambient themes, Sunset Mode and Bedside Lamp Mode.

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Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

Yes1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Battery type: Li-ion 34 Wh.

Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists a built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery.

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

12h1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Music play time up to 12 hours, dependent on volume level, audio content and light themes.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 20266Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/jbl-pulse-6-bluetooth-speaker-blackRead 14 October 2026

20h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states 20+ hours of play time. Stored as 20. Test volume is not stated.

Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

14h16Press articlelowyat.net/2026/401160/jbl-launch-pulse-6-speaker-chinaRead 14 October 2026Playtime Boost can extend the 12 hour runtime by around two hours.18Press articlebasic-tutorials.com/news/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Spec table: up to 12 hours of playtime (Playtime Boost: +2 hours), and the feature list says up to 14 hours with Playtime Boost. Gizguide and Lowyat also report that Playtime Boost adds about two hours. The maker spec tab on the Singapore store does not mention the mode, so the figure rests on this launch coverage. Sound restrictions of the mode are not stated.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

34Wh1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Battery type: Li-ion 34 Wh.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

4,722mAh1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Equivalent to 7.2 V / 4722 mAh. 7.2 V x 4.722 Ah is 34 Wh.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026Li-ion 34 Wh (equivalent to 7.2 V / 4722 mAh).

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Nominal battery voltage

7.2V1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Equivalent to 7.2 V / 4722 mAh.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026

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Battery chemistry

Lithium-ion1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Li-ion.

Lithium-ion1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists a built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery.

User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

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No1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page FAQ says a repair centre replaces the battery. It is not documented as user-replaceable.

Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

4.5h1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Published as < 4.5 hours at 5 V / 3 A. Stored as 4.5.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026< 4.5 hours (5 V / 3 A).

4.5h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states a charging time of 4.5 hours. Adapter is not stated.

Quick charge duration

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20min1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states 20 minutes of charge gives 2 hours of playtime.

Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

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2h1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification states 20 minutes of charge gives 2 hours of playtime.

Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

5 V / 3 A1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Power input 5 V / 3 A.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026

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Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

15W16Press articlelowyat.net/2026/401160/jbl-launch-pulse-6-speaker-chinaRead 14 October 2026Reports 15 W USB-C charging with a full charge in about 4.5 hours. This equals the published 5 V / 3 A input. Gizguide repeats the 15 W figure.

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USB Power Delivery charging

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Charges other devices

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Yes1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page states the speaker has a power bank feature to charge a phone. Output power is not published.2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual says to plug in a USB-C device to use the speaker as a power bank.

Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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5W9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test says the USB-C port can charge external devices with 5 V and 1 A, which is 5 W.

Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

IP681Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026IP68 waterproof and dustproof protection.6Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/jbl-pulse-6-bluetooth-speaker-blackRead 14 October 2026IP rating: IP68. Environmental protection: dustproof, waterproof.

IP671Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page states IP67. Dust protected and tested to work for up to 30 minutes under 1 m of water.

Floats

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Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

Integrated illuminated handle1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Integrated handle that also carries light effects.

Detachable carry strap1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Page and box list describe a detachable carry strap.

Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

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12h10Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/bluetooth-speakers/1418398/marshall-middleton-reviewRead 10 October 2026Reviewer ran out of charge around the 12-hour mark at fairly loud volumes. Approximate figure. Firmware, source and exact volume are not stated.

Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width131.73Height264.05Depth106.4mm(5.2 × 10.4 × 4.2 in)1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Product dimensions (W x H x D) 131.73 x 264.05 x 106.4 mm. Handle is part of the body.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 20266Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/jbl-pulse-6-bluetooth-speaker-blackRead 14 October 2026

Width230Height109Depth95mm(9.1 × 4.3 × 3.7 in)1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists width 230 mm, height 109 mm and depth 95 mm.

WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

1,490g(3.3 lb)1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Net weight 1.49 kg. Gross weight with packaging is 1.99 kg and is not stored.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 20266Retailer pagejbhifi.com.au/products/jbl-pulse-6-bluetooth-speaker-blackRead 14 October 202614Press articlesoundguys.com/jbl-pulse-6-portable-speaker-launch-162068Read 14 October 2026Reports 1.49 kg.

1,800g(4 lb)1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Specification lists 1.8 kg / 4.0 lb.

Body materials

Post-consumer recycled metal handle1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026The Pulse 6 incorporates PVC-free post-consumer recycled metal. Launch coverage says the handle is 93 percent recycled metal.13Press articletechaeris.com/2026/08/27/pulse-6-debuts-jbl-adds-ai-sound-boostRead 14 October 2026Illuminated handle made from 93 percent recycled metal.

Post-consumer recycled plastic, Silicone sleeve, Metal grille2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Cleaning section says the silicone sleeve and strap can be removed.6Press releasegroup.marshall.com/2023/05/26/zound-introduces-the-latest-marshall-portable-speaker-the-middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker says the speaker is built of 55% post-consumer recycled plastic and is PVC-free.9Reviewcomputerbase.de/2023-02/marshall-middleton-testRead 10 October 2026Test describes a metal grille on the front and a rubber ring on the base.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

FSC-certified paper packaging1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026Packaging uses FSC-certified paper printed with soy ink. This is not an electronics certification.

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In the box

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In the box

JBL Pulse 6 speaker, Quick start guide, Warranty card and safety sheet1Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026What's in the box: 1 x JBL Pulse 6, 1 x Quick start guide, 1 x Warranty card and safety sheet. No charger or cable is listed.5Retailer pagepetertyson.co.uk/jbl-pulse-6-blackRead 14 October 2026

Middleton speaker, Detachable carry strap, User manual and legal and safety information, USB-A to USB-C charging cable1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026Maker box contents list.

Links

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Product page

www.jblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-61Maker product pagejblonlinestore.com/products/jbl-pulse-6Read 14 October 2026JBL-branded Singapore online store. Its spec tab is the same table that the UK retailer Peter Tyson and the Australian retailer JB Hi-Fi print. The maker's own jbl.com pages are on the blocked list and were not opened.

www.marshall.com/us/en/product/middleton1Maker product pagemarshall.com/us/en/product/middletonRead 10 October 2026

Spec sheet

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Manual

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assets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdf2Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/javen7msabdh/7G6groYkOBIzgHbbBAnqDR/ea07dbe566533429e0f138e035f923d4/Middleton_Full_User_Manual_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Maker full online manual, 9 pages, English.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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